Fall Prevention Awareness Week: September 21-25

Join Scripps Health for Fall Prevention Awareness Week and learn practical ways to reduce fall risk, maintain mobility and support healthy aging. Throughout the week, Scripps experts in geriatrics, pharmacy, rehabilitation, injury prevention and fitness will discuss factors that can increase fall risk and steps older adults, caregivers and families can take in partnership with their healthcare team to stay safe, active and independent. 

Event Schedule

Monday, September 21 – 12-1:30 pm

Fall Prevention Awareness Week Kickoff

Understanding the WHY: Falls, Aging and What We Can Do to Reduce Risk

Virtual webinar with a presentation plus audience Q&A.

Featuring Katrina DeLeon, MD, Geriatrics, Scripps Health

Tuesday, September 22 – 1-2 pm

Movement, Strength & Balance

This virtual class is an active workout. Be prepared to move, wear supportive shoes and you have enough space to move around. 

Led by Amy Callahan, Certified Personal Trainer and Exercise Specialist, Scripps Shiley Sports and Fitness Center

Wednesday, September 23 – 12- 1 pm

Medication Safety & Fall Prevention

Could Your Medications Be Increasing Your Fall Risk?

This is a virtual event. 

Led by Krupa Bhatt, PharmD, BCCCP, Clinical Pharmacy Specialist – Trauma/Neurocritical Care Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla

Thursday, September 24 – 1-1:50 pm

Healthy Bones – Scripps Clinic Rancho Bernardo

Weights, bands and yoga postures to minimize bone loss, improve balance and build functional strength. Led by Jennifer Martinez. This is in person and space is limited. Register online.

Friday, September 25 – 1-2 pm

Move Forward with Confidence

Strength Balance and Mobility Strategies to Help Prevent Falls

This is a virtual event.

Led by LeeAnne Robotta, PT, DPT, Scripps Encinitas Rehabilitation Center