Erin

Erin

  • Joined: January 10, 2023
  • Articles: 115

Community Safety: Falls Prevention 

Summer days are often filled with many activities – walking the dogs, attending sports games, rushing to appointments, traveling, or just enjoying time in nature. With the increase in outings, there may be an increase in how many fall hazards…

Placemat Contest!

The Falls Free Wisconsin Coalition is holding a contest for Falls Prevention Awareness Month! The goal of the contest is to create a placemat with falls prevention education for older adults for partners throughout the state to distribute during Falls…

Healthy Aging Grants

Wisconsin Institute for Healthy Aging (WIHA) and its community partners support legislation to fund the researched and proven strategies that give older people, their families and caregivers the tools to protect their own health and wellness. Learn more in the…

Falls Prevention at the Farmers Market 

The time is coming for bright summer days and farm market stands to start popping up throughout the state. Not only are farm markets a great opportunity to walk around and get some vitamin D, but you can also find…

Spring Cleaning and Home Safety 

Research shows that most falls happen at home. Is spring cleaning on your to-do list? Take some time this spring to de-clutter and make your home safer to prevent falls. On top of everyday items like dirty laundry or mail,…

Healthy Aging Your Way

What: Falls Prevention Event Name: Healthy Aging Your Way 2023 Falls Prevention Day Awareness & Screening Event Where: Portage County, WI About: An event including balance screening, lunch, speakers, and more. View the recap here! Partners: Portage County Healthy Aging…