Putnam Hospital Center and Putnam County Department of Health host Falls Prevention Expo

Falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths, hospitalizations and emergency visits among adults age 65 and over, according to the New York State Department of Health.

While falls present a serious threat to the health and independence of aging adults, there is a silver lining: education and prevention.

Putnam Hospital Center and the Putnam County Department of Health will co-host the Stand With Us Falls Prevention Expo from 8:30 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 22, at Putnam Hospital Center, 670 Stoneleigh Ave. The event is in cooperation with the Putnam County Office for Senior Resources, Hudson Valley Cerebral Palsy Association, Visiting Nurse Services in Westchester and the Visiting Nurse Association of Hudson Valley.

Come learn how to reduce your risk of falling at this complimentary community expo that will include balance screenings, gait analysis using the OptoGait system, tai chi demonstrations, home falls prevention assessments and prescription medication/falls risk review.

A continental breakfast will be served. There will also be raffle and door prizes, including headlamps, reachers and more.

Walk-ins are welcome but registration is preferred. To register or for more information, please contact Health Education Coordinator Sarena Chisick at 845-279-5711 ext. 2702 (TTY 800-421-1220) or schisick@health-quest.org.