Two FREE Online Fall Prevention Series Start in April!

Fall Prevention Webinar Starts April 10

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.

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

Please join our Trauma Services department for these FREE events and learn what you can do to safeguard yourself from a fall with Pamela Stoker, Trauma Injury Prevention Specialist and Exercise Physiologist, who will discuss these important topics.

Classes begin on Monday, April 10th, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. and reoccurring each month on the 2nd Monday.

All classes held via Zoom (link sent upon registration) with a new fall prevention topic each month!

REGISTER: Pamela.Stoker@sutterhealth.org 510-727-8485

Fall Prevention Webinar topics*:

• Risk factors for falls
• How to get up from a fall
• Overcoming fear of falling
• Talking to your family/doctor about falls
• Exercise for fall prevention
• Better sleep to help prevent Falls
• Home safety & Modifications

* Topics subject to change

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention Starts April 11

What is Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention? Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is an evidence-based program shown to reduce falls by nearly 70%. It has been found to build confidence, improve balance and mobility, increase muscular strength and flexibility, decrease pain, and prevent falls.

This is a FREE class presented ONLINE via Zoom. Classes begin ONLINE Tuesday, April 11th 10am –11am and continue every Tuesday and Thursday until June 15th.

To register or for more information, contact: Pamela.Stoker@sutterhealth.org 510-727-8485

Commitment to the entire series is required. Space is limited. The class link will be sent upon registration.