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Falls Facts

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Falls-related injuries are a significant concern among aging populations. Falls prevention programs help seniors to modify their environments to prevent risks for falls and increase their mobility, balance and strength to lower their likelihood of experiencing an injury. In persons age 65 and older, one in three community-dwelling seniors will experience a fall. For those aged 80 and older, one in two will experience a fall.

In 2012, unintentional falls were the leading cause of injury deaths in Santa Clara County as well as for adults ages 65 and older. Falls accounted for 65% of injury deaths among adults ages 65 and older.

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For more data on senior falls in Santa Clara County click here.

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SVHAP works with community agencies to offer programs that empower seniors by reducing the fear of falls and training them in proven practices that help prevent falls. 

Partners and Sponsors:

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  • AACI

  • Avenidas

  • Billy DeFrank

  • City of Sunnyvale

  • City of San Jose

  • Stanford Health Care

  • San Jose State University Timpany Center

  • Public Health Department of Santa Clara County

  • Department of Aging and Adult Services of Santa Clara County

Silicon Valley Healthy Aging Partnership

senior.wellness@aaci.org

Phone Number: (408) 975-2339

SVHAP programs are made possible

thanks to a grant from Sourcewise. Click here to learn about voluntary contributions.

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