Did You Know?
Falls are not a normal part of aging?
Falling is not a normal part of aging
Falling is not a natural consequence of aging, but is the result of several age-related factors such as loss of muscle strength and balance.
Most falls are due to health or lifestyle factors.
Improving strength and balance through exercise can decrease the risk of falls.
Falls can cause injury and reduce mobility and independence
Changes to your home environment such as installing handrails and grab bars, improving lighting and removing items that can be a tripping hazard.
Most falls are predictable and preventable
A medication review may reduce falls and injuries caused by drug side effects.
Healthy Aging – live your best life
We are living longer and the number of older adults in our community is growing. That’s good news. As we age, our minds and bodies change. Stay on Your Feet promotes ways you can stay strong, stay active, stay social, and live your best life as you age.
Stay on Your Feet
Stay on Your Feet is a regional strategy aimed at improving the quality of life for older adults across northeastern Ontario. Funded by the NE LHIN and in partnership with the five public health units, SOYF works with a multitude of partners in five key areas:
- Strengthen Community Action – older adults and partners set priorities and direction
- Develop Personal Skills – older adults have options to improve their health
- Create Supportive Environments – communities and services reinforce healthy options for older adults
- Build Healthy Public Policy – organizations, local and provincial governments support older adults to remain healthy and live independently through policies that promote health
- Reorient (Health) Services – everyone does their part to make healthy aging possible for all
“It takes a community….”