Falls Free Pima
Established in 2015, the Southern Chapter of the Arizona Falls Prevention Coalition (SAFPC) is a respected local partnership of community organizations mobilized to spread the word about ways to prevent falls among older adults. SAFPC includes representatives from Pima Council on Aging (PCOA) and the Pima County Health Department (PCHD), along with first-responders from area fire districts/departments, local hospitals and healthcare organizations, educators from the University of Arizona, and social service organizations.
2021 Presentation Information
The coronavirus pandemic has changed a lot of things. One thing that’s still the same? Falling is NOT a normal part of aging. Take the first step to prevent a fall:
• Answer 12 questions at ncoa.org/FallsFreeCheckUp
• Attend our free event to learn more
What: Connecting to be Falls Free®
When: Mon., Sept. 20, 2 – 3:30 pm (Part 1) AND Wed., Sept. 22, 2 – 3:30 pm (Part II)
Where: Two Virtual Panel Presentations (Sept. 20 Part I & Sept. 22 Part II)
• Presentations with local experts about Medication Safety
• Fall Prevention Programs & Workshops in Pima County
• The role of Exercise & Physical Activity
• Community Connections & Resources
Register today at: https://connectingtobefallsfree.eventbrite.com
If you are experiencing difficulties with Eventbrite, call Jennie at 520-305-3410.
Falls Prevention Awareness Month
- Fall Prevention Resource List
- Fall Prevention Tips and Assessment Tool
- Fall Prevention Tips and Assessment Tool (Spanish)
- Southern Chapter of the Arizona Falls Prevention Coalition Information
- PCOA Fall Prevention Checklist
- Preventing Falls at Home
- 6 Steps to Prevent a Fall
- Common Myths about Older Adults and Falling
- Are Your Medicines Increasing Your Risk of a Fall or a Car Crash?
Additional resources and links
- Falls Prevention Coalition Action Sheet
- General Fall Information
- General Fall Information (Spanish)
- National Council on Aging