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Each year, NCOA spearheads Falls Prevention Awareness Week (FPAW). This week-long observation is dedicated to raising awareness about common risk factors for falls and taking action to create a world where aging without fear of falling is possible for everyone. This year, FPAW is Sept. 21-25, 2026.
Get Ready for FPAW 2026 webinar series
Kick-off webinar
NCOA’s kick off webinar will prepare you for FPAW 2026 by reviewing the impact and reach of FPAW 2025 and introducing you to new and existing resources available in the FPAW Toolkit.
National Fire Protection Association: Partners in falls prevention
Hear from the National Fire Protection Association about how fire safety education and falls prevention can go hand in hand during FPAW to expand you’re the reach of your messaging and keep older adults safe.
Coalition spotlight: Using participant testimonials to increase awareness during FPAW
Learn replicable strategies and tips from Age Options, of Falls Free Illinois, on using evidence-based program participant testimonials to increase awareness of falls prevention programming.
Coalition spotlight: How Falls Free Wisconsin promotes Falls Prevention Awareness Month
In Wisconsin, the full month of September is observed as Falls Prevention Awareness Month. Learn more about how the Wisconsin Institute for Healthy Aging and Falls Free Wisconsin coordinate activities which include obtaining a governor’s proclamation, hosting a media contest, spotlights on local media, and more!
Looking for more inspiration? Review the FPAW Impact Reports from years past to discover innovative approaches to raise awareness in years past.
Introduction to the FPAW Toolkit
Learn about the features of NCOA's FPAW Toolkit.
Spotlights on FPAW Days of Action
Get some insipration from three cities' falls prevention activities in 2024:
Photo by: Nate Smallwood for Age-Friendly Greater Pittsburgh
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