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Tips Offered for Older New Yorkers to Prevent Falls

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In recognition of this being National Falls Prevention Awareness Week, the New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) is sharing tips and resources taking place. This nationwide observance works to raise awareness on preventing falls, reducing the risk of falls, and helping older adults live without fear of falling.

Falls are a serious health issue and are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries for adults ages 65 years and older, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In the United States, approximately one in four older adults report falling each year. Of those, 37% require medical treatment or experience restrictions in their activity for at least one day.

To help raise awareness, NYSOFA Director Greg Olsen will be hosting a livestream with guests from the New York State Department of Health who will share tips, resources, and statistics on falls. Watch and learn how to keep yourself or someone you care for safe from falls on September 26 at 1 p.m. on YouTube. Additionally, NYSOFA partners with GetSetUp to offer free online classes for older adults, including a series on Fall Prevention Awareness. Courses in the series feature exercises for balance and strength, how you can reduce the risk of falls, and how to live without fear of falling. These and hundreds of other online classes are available for free at https://www.getsetup.io/NYSTATE.

The CDC offers four easy tips to help prevent falls: 

  • Speak Up: Talk openly with your healthcare provider about fall risks and prevention. Ask your doctor or pharmacist to review your medicines.
  • Keep Moving: Begin an exercise program to improve your leg strength and balance.
  • Get an annual eye exam: Replace eyeglasses as needed.
  • Make your home safer: Remove clutter and tripping hazards.

Fall Prevention Resources

New York State Department of Health Fall Prevention

CDC Falls Prevention Resources

National Council on Aging Falls Free Check-Up

National Institute on Aging Fall Causes and Prevention

Mayo Clinic Falls Prevention

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