Highland Valley Elder Services is helping to bring attention to a serious concern for older adults. September 21st – September 25th is Falls Prevention Awareness Week. The National Council on Aging aims to bring attention to this issue by promoting awareness of the fall risks many older adults face.

Check out the provided links to learn more about Falls Prevention Awareness week and take a brief checkup survey to rate your risk of falling.

https://www.ncoa.org/…/falls-prevention-awareness-week…

https://www.ncoa.org/tools/falls-free-checkup

Be sure to look at the services Highland Valley Elder Services offers to older adults in the 24 communities we serve in Hampden and Hampshire Counties.