ZenQuest is providing a ‘Fall Prevention’ program for the elderly in Williamstown. The six week program was developed for the Williamstown Council On Aging and the Berkshire Public Health Alliance. Falls are the leading cause of injuries among adults aged 65 and older. Each year millions of older adults require emergency room treatment for fall-related injuries, like hip fractures, concussions, and even traumatic brain injuries. These can lead to a loss of mobility and function, and lead to other health complications.
The new program was inspired by Sophie Carnes Jannen, a Public Health Nurse Educator for the BPHA. Her original motivation was to educate the elderly on safe falling strategies from the martial arts. Once Senseis Connie and Mark dove into the topic, they found that there are other aspects of preventing falls that should also be addressed.
The program will wrap up this month. For more information on hosting ZenQuest’s Fall Prevention program in your community please contact us at [email protected] or 413-637-0656.
The new program was inspired by Sophie Carnes Jannen, a Public Health Nurse Educator for the BPHA. Her original motivation was to educate the elderly on safe falling strategies from the martial arts. Once Senseis Connie and Mark dove into the topic, they found that there are other aspects of preventing falls that should also be addressed.
The program will wrap up this month. For more information on hosting ZenQuest’s Fall Prevention program in your community please contact us at [email protected] or 413-637-0656.
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