Falls Prevention

Every year, 1 in 3 Americans aged 65+ falls—often leading to injury, hospitalization, lost independence, and even death. Our Falls Free© Initiative is leading a national movement to reduce falls among older adults.

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The Latest in Falls Prevention

See Who's in the Falls Prevention Hall of Fame

We're pleased to announce the first recipients of the Falls Free© “Falls Prevention Certificate of Appreciation.” State Coalitions on Fall Prevention are able to recognize up to 10 leaders who have made significant contributions to falls prevention in their state.

Falls Prevention Awareness Day

Every September on the first day of fall, we host a national campaign to bring attention to falls prevention among older adults. In 2011, 43 states participated. Plan now to be part of this event in 2012.

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Congress Finalizes OAA and Other FY12 Appropriations

Late last week, Congress approved an appropriations package that will fund government agencies through Sept. 30, 2012, including Older Americans Act funding.

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