Council On Aging Marks Falls Prevention Awareness Week

NPCOA marks Falls Prevention Awareness Week Sept. 23-27 with speaker event, luncheon and Falls Risk Assessments to help older adults in Natchitoches stay falls-free

Did you know that falling is NOT a normal part of aging?

Natchitoches Parish Council on Aging (NPCOA) is committed to empowering all older adults in Natchitoches to reduce their risk of falls, which are one of the greatest causes of serious injuries and death among people over age 65. On September 23-27, 2024, NPCOA is partnering with the National Council on Aging (NCOA) to mark Falls Prevention Awareness Week.

As part of this national outreach campaign, NPCOA is holding a Falls Awareness event to raise awareness among older adults in our hometown. Monday’s event will feature ‘How was your Trip?’ A discussion by experts on treating Falls & Fall Prevention’ by community medical personnel, Falls Risk Assessments throughout the week with local Physical and Occupational Therapists and for those that cannot travel an online falls risk assessment tool available at no cost. Visitors to the  www.ncoa.org/tools/falls-free-checkup can complete a short survey that screens them for the most common fall risk factors.

“It’s important for us to be the place in which older adults can not only find entertainment and social engagement, but resources too. This is our first time to partner with NCOA and host a National Falls Prevention Awareness event.  Gaining & strengthening our partnerships with local medical staff and businesses allows us to provide our members with quick, sound advice and people that support our mission and care for our older adults,” said Alice Barrios, Executive Director, NPCOA.

WHAT:
Presentation by local Emergency Room personnel and rehabilitation specialists

WHO:
Misty Dalme, APRN, FNP-C Emergency Department Director; Erica Outlaw, RN Emergency Department Supervisor; Ryan Andrews, PT, MS-HCM; Louisiana Extended Care Hospital

WHEN:
Monday, September 23, 2024 speakers event & luncheon 10:00 am – 12:00 pm  

WHERE:
Natchitoches Parish Council on Aging

1016 Keyser Avenue,

Natchitoches, La 71457

“The Natchitoches Parish Council on Aging has a strong history of helping older residents in Natchitoches,” said Erin, Boyt Provider and Community Liaison, Natchitoches Regional Medical Center and NPCOA Board Chairperson. “We’re proud to be part of this national education and outreach initiative that is helping millions of older adults age well and stay falls free. We encourage people to attend our event and visit www.ncoa.org/tools/falls-free-checkup for a free assessment.”

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About NCOA
The National Council on Aging (NCOA) is the national voice for every person’s right to age well. We believe that how we age should not be determined by gender, color, sexuality, income, or ZIP code. Working with thousands of national and local partners, we provide resources, tools, best practices, and advocacy to ensure every person can age with health and financial security. Founded in 1950, we are the oldest national organization focused on older adults. Learn more at ncoa.org and @NCOAging.