Success StoryStand Up To Falling



Stand Up To Falling

Author: Jordan Crain

Planning Unit: Barren County CES

Major Program: Aging-General

Plan of Work: Family and Individual Well-Being Across the Lifespan

Outcome: Initial Outcome

Barren County presented Stand Up to Falling to 19 participants. It is proven that people of all ages are at risk of falling for many different reasons. Because of this, the program was marketed to adults of all ages. After the program, 100% increased their knowledge to reduce the risk of falling; and 100% increased their knowledge regarding how to safely get up from a fall. 97% expressed aspirations to reduce fall risk and make a positive behavioral change toward healthy, independent, and quality aging. Fall prevention programs demonstrate positive change in both knowledge and behavior. Fall prevention programs have the potential to save an estimated $18-21,000 in health care costs per person, in cases involving a fatality or hospitalization. With 19 total individuals participating in Stand up To Falling, Barren County potentially saved $342,000 in Medicaid claims.






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