Falls are the leading cause of injury among adults 65 and older -- affecting one in four older Americans each year. Fall risks can be reduced, health experts through early identification of risk factors, improved strength and balance, and practical changes that make daily activities safer.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has awarded Oasis nearly $2,000,000 to expand its falls screening and prevention programming for older adults across Missouri. Oasis is one of just eight organizations nationwide selected for this funding.
Oasis will build on its existing work through the Center for Falls Prevention in St. Ann -- and expand access to these programs that help older adults reduce their risk of falling and maintain their independence. The expanded programming will launch early next year -- with Oasis recruiting paid, part-time facilitators to help deliver these services in the community.
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The federal grant will be used on fall screening and prevention.
The federal grant will be used on fall screening and prevention.
