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Free Fall-Prevention Seminar Coming in May!

Community members can join these FREE events to learn how to safeguard from accidental falls.

(Valles, Catlin J)

Are you concerned about falling—or do you know someone who is? 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 happen.

Please join us for these FREE events and 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: Beginning May 11th, 1 – 2 pm (Repeats the 2nd Wednesday of each month.)

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WHERE: Zoom (link sent upon registration)

TOPIC: New fall prevention topic each month

Find out what's happening in Castro Valleyfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

REGISTER: Email hallstp@sutterhealth.org or call 510-727-8485

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.

Eden Medical Center strives to make falls predictable and preventable for the seniors in our community. Fall Prevention Webinar topics* include:

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

* Topics subject to change.

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