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National Falls Awareness Day on September 23, 2014

HONOLULU (September 19, 2014) - Falls are a serious health risk to our seniors and are the leading cause of injury related death among older adults. They are also the most common cause of nonfatal injuries seen in emergency departments. In support of our Kupuna, and in observance of National Falls Awareness Day on September 23, 2014 Attention Plus Care will host a free Falls Prevention Seminar at the Moiliili Senior Center from 8:30am - 10:30am. Attendees will learn more about the risks for falls, simple prevention, and safety to support more independence.

There will also be a special appearance by Senator Brickwood Galuteria, host of Kupuna Power, an Olelo program that focuses on issues important to our senior community, and Kupuna Power Day at the State Capitol, which seeks to empower seniors with information.

Eileen Phillips, RN and Client Service Director for Attention Plus Care will lead the seminar. "Those of us working with this population in Hawaii know they are at risk for falls. Two factors make this a huge issue for Hawaii's future - longer life spans and aging baby boomers. As our Kupuna age in place, their risk of falling and potential for serious injury increases. We are hoping to get this message out to everyone who attends this seminar" said Phillips.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, falls among adults 65 and over are not only common, but death rates have risen sharply over the last decade. The CDC reports one-in-three older adults will sustain a fall that can lead to a serious injury, and even death. Even falls with minor injuries can seriously affect the quality of life for seniors by inducing fear of falling, which can lead to social isolation and depression. Data shows that in 2011, Hawaii averaged 1,990 hospitalizations each year due to falls, and over 5,770 emergency room visits.

Falls Prevention is one of many classes presented under Aging in Hawaii, an educational outreach program sponsored by Attention Plus Care. Classes are free and lead by a licensed nurse covering a wide variety of topics each month.

For over 30 years Attention Plus Care has provided high quality care to thousands of clients, in the comfort and safety of their own home. Attention Plus Care offers affordable home care solutions to clients, and respite for family caregivers, to meet a full range of personal care and nursing services. The provider is licensed by the State of Hawaii and is accredited with the Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval. For more information, please contact Attention Plus Care at (808) 739-2811 or visit: www.attentionplus.com.

 

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