As winter approaches and the temperatures drop, it’s crucial to think about how to stay safe during this chilly season. Winter brings beautiful snow and festive holidays, but it also comes with its own set of challenges, particularly when it comes to avoiding slips and falls.

To help you stay safe and keep the festivities joyful, we’re sharing some key tips to prevent falls, whether you’re decorating, hosting, or traveling this holiday season. Here’s how to stay falls-free from start to finish!

Each year, the North Carolina Falls Prevention Coalition collaborates with community organizations, partners, and the National Council on Aging for Falls Prevention Awareness Week (September 23-27). The mission is to raise awareness about fall prevention and empower older adults to live confidently and fearlessly.

Many people think they know what a fall is, but there are many situations that count as falls that might surprise you. Knowing what a fall really is can help you talk about it better, exercise safely, and live a healthier life.

This year for Falls Prevention Awareness Week (September 23-27, 2024), we invite all healthy aging and fall prevention program leaders, participants, organizations, and coalitions to share their stories.

In this post, we will talk about something important: how having pets (even the super cute ones) can sometimes lead to falls. You might not realize it, but having a furry friend can bring lots of joy and also some risks.

Hot weather can make health problems worse and increase the chance of falling, which can lead to serious injuries. We’ll talk about why heat can make falls more likely and share easy tips to stay cool and safe, and how to help someone (or yourself) if you find yourself in a scary situation.