Free Fall Prevention Lecture Series at Eden Medical Center

Falls happen all too often in our society. There are over 2.8 million each year in the United States, at costs up to $50 billion. Many people are unaware of the risks, cost, and impact one fall can have on so many. It can be devastating physically, emotionally, and financially to you and you family.

At Eden Medical Center, we strive to do all we can to make falls predictable and preventable for the seniors in our community.

Are you concerned about falling? Do you want to learn ways to prevent falls? By knowing more about what factors can cause a fall, you can help prevent falls before they happens.
Please join us for these FREE events. To learn what you can do to safeguard yourself from a fall, join Pamela Stoker, Trauma Injury Prevention Specialist and Exercise Physiologist, as she discusses these important topics.

WHEN: The 2nd Monday of each month: Jan 13, Feb 10, Mar 10, Apr 14, May 12, Jun 9, Jul 14, Aug 111pm – 2pm
WHERE: Eden Medical Center, Medical Office Building 2nd Floor Conference Rooms 20101 Lake Chabot Road Castro Valley, CA 94546
TOPIC: New fall prevention topic each month
REGISTER: Email Pamela.Stoker@sutterhealth.org or call 510-727-8485

Topics include:

• Risk Factors for Falls
• How to get up from a Fall
• Talking to your family/doctor about falls
• Exercise for Fall Prevention
• Better Sleep to Help Prevent Falls
• Medication Awareness
• Overcoming Fear of Falling
• Home Safety &Modifications