Did you know…

• Every 11 seconds, an older adult is treated in the emergency room for a fall.
• Wisconsin ranks worst in the nation for deadly falls at a rate of 143 per 100,000. 
• Every 20 minutes an older adult in the United States dies from a fall and many more are injured.

The Health Department offers an evidence-based falls prevention program called Stepping On. This class is for older adults who have had a fall in the past year, are concerned about falling, or simply want to learn tips on how to prevent falls.  This class meets weekly for 7 weeks, 2 hours each week, and is offered at no cost to you! You will hear from experts such as a pharmacist, physical therapist, police department representative, vision expert, and more.  By the end of the class, you will feel more confident, gain new insight into preventing falls, and even meet a few friends!

Contact the Health Department at 414-766-7950 or healthdepartment@oakcreekwi.gov  for more information about the next class.