Importance of Balance
Embracing Life As We Age
Lovett
Embracing Life as We Age (general)
People are living longer and are more likely to fall with aging. With a population of 64,449 in Pulaski County, 19 percent of the population is over the age of 65.
To decrease the number of older adults falling.
Share tips with older adults on how they can improve their strength, and hopefully fall less.
Stand Up To Falling will be shared with older adults
Initial Outcome: Less falls among the elderly.
Indicator: Number of adults indicating they have fallen less.
Method: Personal testimony
Timeline: February, 2020
Intermediate Outcome: Less Falls
Indicator: Number of adults reporting less falls
Method: One on One
Timeline: February 2020
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Author: Edith Lovett
Major Program: Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices (general)
According to research, nearly one in four adults aged 65 and older have trouble walking, climbing stairs, getting in and out of their car, taking care of their personal needs, such as dressing or bathing, and have an increased incident of falling. As we age, these difficulties can impact our well-being and our ability to live independently. Exercising to improve balance, increase their muscles, improve their flexibility, and increase their mot