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Thursday, February 28, 2013

Toolbar: iStand iPad App for Fall Prevention (or should we say “iFall)

…challenge – the CDC says Tai Chi is one of the most effective fall-prevention exercises for seniors. The iStand Falls Prevention app is available on iTunes. You’ll need a system…

Thursday, September 21, 2023

Don’t Fall – for Anything!

…1 in 4 — or the 3 of 4 who stay upright. First Step to Fall Prevention Being aware of that—and of your personal risk for falling—is a great first…

Fri, March 29 EDT

Fall Prevention and the Power of Walking Speed Presentation with CU Anschutz

Join us for an insightful discussion on fall prevention and the importance of walking speed as a crucial indicator of physical function. In this session, we will explore factors that…

Friday, September 13, 2019

“Fall” Into New Skills and New Classes

Fall registration at Senior Planet promises to be exciting for returning Members and for the newcomers to the Senior Planet community. It doesn’t matter if you don’t know how to…

Friday, June 1, 2018

New advancements in Stroke Prevention

…smart. Medicare has posted this video with more info on stroke awareness. Additional symptoms are listed here. Could pizza be part of your stroke prevention plan? Could be, according to…

Thursday, June 22, 2017

Is Your Doc Giving You the Best Osteoporosis Advice?

…And when you have osteoporosis, you really don’t want to fall and risk a fracture. Yoga can also be a help in the fall-prevention department. However, Recker suggests getting professional…

Tuesday, March 28, 2017

Students Are Redesigning Long Life

falling. (The original idea was a simple fall-prevention device—that idea changed as the student team got to know what seniors really want.) This year’s Design Challenge theme is “Innovating Aging…

Friday, May 3, 2019

6 Easy Everyday Routines for Strength

…trains FSMS (Fall Stop, Move Strong) trainers, blogs for Huff Post 50+, and is an active member of the New York City Falls Prevention Coalition. She also conducts classes, offers…

Tuesday, March 8, 2016

5 Ways to Ease Your Fear of Falling

…you’ve never fallen before. Why We Fear Falling When a person fears falling, that fear likely stems at least in part from their own estimate of their balance and gait,…

Thursday, February 25, 2021

Don’t Fall for a Fake Savings Club

Invited to join “The Circle Game” or a “Blessing Loom”? Don’t fall for these fake savings plans….

10/20/2023 EDT

Express Yourself with Art – Create Colorful Fall Scenes with Crayons & Collage

…hour session will focus on a different type of project. This month we’ll be using crayons and elements of collage to create leaf rubbings for colorful, fall scenes. The class…

Thursday, August 20, 2015

North Country seniors will get help accessing the internet this fall

…State to help those seniors. They train people in the basics, like sending emails or even just clicking a mouse. This fall, they’re opening a new learning center in Plattsburgh….

Thu, April 11 EDT

DIY Fraud Prevention & Protecting Your Personal Info Online with AARP FL

…not — to share your personal information online.   Miami DYI Fraud Prevention Registration – 4/10/24 First Name(Required) Last Name(Required) Your Email Address Phone Number(Required) In-Person Class Policies(Required) I acknowledge…

Thu, April 18 EDT

Shred Truck – DIY Fraud Prevention with AARP FL

…full!   Miami DYI Fraud Prevention Registration – 4/10/24 First Name(Required) Last Name(Required) Your Email Address Phone Number(Required) In-Person Class Policies(Required) I acknowledge and agree to Senior Planet from AARP’s…