Embracing Life As We Age

According to the Kentucky Safe Aging Coalition and Centers for Disease Control, falls are the leading cause of injury deaths among adults age 65 and older and represent a significant threat to independence. To help seniors make lifestyle and environmental changes to reduce risk of fall-related injury, a customized lecture was presented by the Family and Consumer Sciences Agent to Bluegrass Area Extension Homemakers, Scott County Extension Homemakers, and senior citizen groups. Across nine county areas, 161 Extension volunteer leaders were trained to teach the lesson to 2800 club members. Survey results indicate an increased awareness of actions that reduce the risk of falling. More than 50% of the participants agreed to complete the "Home Safety Checklist" and make the appropriate changes.

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