The CDC identifies falls as the "leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries among older adults."

Valley Cares is hosting a free Fall Prevention Awareness presentation for the community. Learn how to prevent falls to stay injury-free and independent.

During this presentation you'll learn why we fall and risk factors to be aware of, and you'll receive a useful self-assessment. Among other things, you'll learn tips to decrease your risk of falling and guidance for getting up after a fall. A Q&A session is part of this 45 minute in-person presentation.

Date: Saturday, April 13
Time: 3 PM
Location: West River Valley Assisted & Supportive Living, 461 Grafton Rd, Townshend, VT 05353
Presenter: Debbie Gemmill, Physical Therapist

To save your seat, kindly RSVP to Danielle at (802) 365-7190 opt.1 or dstlawrence@valleycares.org

Brought to you by the Southeastern Vermont Medical Reserve Corps. The Southeastern Vermont Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) is an all-volunteer arm of the Vermont Health Department. Their mission is to serve through public health and disaster response, building strong, healthy, and prepared communities. To learn more or join (whether you're medical or non-medical), visit OnCallForVT.org