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Stay Informed: Why Falls Matter and how to Prevent Them
Stay Informed: Why Falls Matter and how to Prevent Them
A seminar for consumers that identifies what a fall is and why a person should be concerned about them. Factors that contribute to increased falls risk, and most importantly, how to reduce those risks are discussed. Tuesday, 9/5/2023, 2 PM – 3:30 PM MDT (90 minutes) Expert panelists: Dr. Caitlyn Kinahan, Kaitlyn Gaines, DPT Register: …
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Stay Safe: Recognize & Remove Trip Hazards at Home
Stay Safe: Recognize & Remove Trip Hazards at Home
This seminar takes participants on a virtual tour through their home to identify what might present a trip, slip, or fall risk. Strategies to remove those hazards are provided along with resources if a person does not have the skills or resources to remove them on their own. Tuesday, 9/12/2023, 11 AM - 12 PM …
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Falls risk screening and Information, hosted by St. Luke’s
Falls risk screening and Information, hosted by St. Luke’s
A variety of quick assessments identify your falls risk and how you can reduce them Bring a current list of medications if you’d like a pharmacist to review them with you No charge. Saturday, September 16th from 10 AM – 2 PM MDT St. Luke’s Plaza 800 E Park Blvd Boise, ID Free parking and …
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Stay Healthy: Simple Steps to Improve Balance & Prevent Falls
Stay Healthy: Simple Steps to Improve Balance & Prevent Falls
In this seminar, simple, at-home exercises are demonstrated, both standing and sitting, that allow a person to gain strength, balance, and flexibility, the combination of which is the key to preventing falls. Tuesday, 9/19/2023, 10 AM - 11 AM MDT (60 minutes) Expert facilitators: Michelle Butterfield, Fit & Fall Proof ® coordinator and Kate Wilson, …
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Computing and Phone Accessibility 101, Virtual Workshop
Computing and Phone Accessibility 101, Virtual Workshop
University of Idaho Extension Digital Economy Program is co-hosting a FREE virtual workshop with the Idaho Assistive Technology Project. Learn about accessibility tools readily available in computers and smart devices and resources available to help reduce barriers for individuals with disabilities and older persons to engage in our digital society. Register now:Â https://uidaho.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUrf-GprjwoGdMC31tMIGUT8S-LKEvnCZFv
Family Caregiver Support Groups, 2:00 – 3:00, 3rd Tuesday of each month
Family Caregiver Support Groups, 2:00 – 3:00, 3rd Tuesday of each month
Free, in-person for caregivers 18 and older who are caring for anyone of any age with any diagnosis. Register by contacting Stephanie Hoffman, PhD at fam.sup.partners@gmail.com More information HERE
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Stay Informed: Falls Risk Assessment as a Matter of Practice
Stay Informed: Falls Risk Assessment as a Matter of Practice
This seminar is designed for healthcare students and practicing professionals. The prevalence of falls and fall-related injuries that can be reduced when addressed as part of primary prevention are reviewed. Simple risk assessments that can be done during a clinic or in-home visit are discussed. Resources an at-risk person can be referred to for treatment …
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Fall Prevention Awareness Fair hosted by Kootenai Health
Fall Prevention Awareness Fair hosted by Kootenai Health
Join us for a free event to learn how you can help reduce your risk for falls. Hear from experts about senior safety, fall prevention, fitness, health awareness and more! Light refreshments will be served Bring your medication list Wear loose fitting clothing and comfortable shoes to participate in easy and fun exercise and risk …