Middlesex County Empowering Seniors Fall Prevention Network

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Falls are the leading cause of injuries and death among older adults . . . And the majority of them are PREVENTABLE!

The Middlesex County Empowering Seniors Fall Prevention Network (MCESFPN) is a network of older adult service providers (including municipalities, non-profits, and other organizations providing services for older adults and individuals with disabilities in Middlesex County) focused on falls prevention efforts, enhancing sustainability, and expanding capacity to increase the number of residents who participate in evidence-based falls prevention programs.

2023-2027 Evidence-Based Falls Prevention Grant Overview

Middlesex County Empowering Seniors Fall Prevention Network Flyer

Bi-monthly meetings currently are from 12:00pm – 1:00pm on Zoom unless otherwise noted. This network is a collaboration between the Middlesex County Office of Aging & Disabled Services and Robert Wood Johnson Trauma & Injury Prevention. For meeting link, please reach out at least 24 hours in advance of meeting. Please email lisa.cheng@rwjbh.org.

Fall Prevention Programs

Currently, older adults and adults with disabilities across Middlesex County have opportunities to participate in two in person, evidence-based fall prevention programs. Virtual programming will be available Fall 2024.

Bingocize

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Bingocize® is a 10-week, fall prevention program, played twice a week and led by trained coaches, that combines exercise and fall prevention education with the familiar game of bingo - a fun way to get moving and socializing. Each session lasts 45-60 minutes.

For additional information about Bingocize, visit https://www.ncoa.org/article/evidence-based-program-bingocize

A Matter of Balance (MOB)

MOB logo A Matter of Balance (MOB) is specifically designed to reduce the fear of falling and improve activity levels for older adults. The program includes eight two-hour classes presented to a group of 8-12 participants led by trained coaches. Participants learn to view falls as controllable, set goals for increasing activity levels, make small changes to reduce fall risks at home, and exercise to increase strength and balance.

For additional information about MOB, visit https://www.ncoa.org/article/evidence-based-program-a-matter-of-balance

Both programs are currently available in-person at local Middlesex County locations. Registration is required. For further information and/or to register for a class, please call:

732-418-8091 or email lisa.cheng@rwjbh.org

Check for Safety

A free safety assessment for residents age 60 and older and individuals 18 and older with disabilities, conducted by Middlesex County Empowering Seniors Fall Prevention Network volunteers, to identify fall risks to improve safety in and around your home.

Home Falls Prevention Safety Assessment Flyer

Falls Prevention Safety

Fall Prevention

Falls Free Wisconsin Interactive Home Safety Challenge

Fall Prevention Tips

Falls Prevention Week

Please see the following information for Falls Prevention Week which is being observed from September 18, 2024-September 22, 2024.

Falls Prevention Programs Across the United States

Take Control of Your Health-6 Steps to Prevent a Fall (English)

Take Control of Your Health-6 Steps to Prevent a Fall (Spanish)