Fall Prevention Session

Friday, February 27

1–3 pm

Belvedere Community Hall

WHY you should attend fall prevention sessions:

• 85% of injured seniors go to the hospital because of a fall
• 20% of falls cause serious injury which leads to surgery, longer hospital stays, and higher risk of getting pneumonia and other infections
• Falling one time doubles your chance of falling again

WHY do we fall?

• Decreased mobility in joints causes shuffling (more likely to trip)
• Decreased strength: people lose up to 8% muscle mass every decade after 60 years
• Decreased balance and sensation in the limbs, reducing stability in nerve receptors and circulation

Fight Back!

Session is presented by a certified physiotherapist from Flare Fitness, and gives insight on how to prevent fall injuries. Light refreshments provided, and some free items to take home.

Wear comfortable clothes and shoes, and we will see you there!