September 2020

Happy Fall!

National (and Virginia)
Falls Prevention Awareness Week
September 21-25, 2020

FREE Virtual Events and Resources

Monday, September 21 at 11:00 a.m.
Bingocize® Learn more about participating in this evidence-based falls prevention program for older adults across the spectrum of care with Dr. Jason Crandall. Bingocize® is an evidence-based 10-week program that combines a bingo-like game with exercise and health education. Register at vpas.info/events

Monday, September 21 at 2:00 p.m.
Falls Prevention Idea Exchange This session will provide strategies for reducing falls from Matter of Balance Master Trainers Kathy Brown and Joyce Nussbaum. Share your own ideas for falls prevention, too. Register at vpas.info/events

Tuesday, September 22 at 10:00 a.m.
Lower Body Exercises for Every Fitness Level for Fall Prevention with Dr. Jennifer Hoffman PT, DPT. Register at vpas.info/events

Tuesday, September 22 at 2:00 p.m.
Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention This CDC recognized, evidence-based program is being researched for its ability to relieve joint pain with results showing reductions in the rate of falls. Learn more about the program and a simple move/form that is a major player in all of the Tai Chi for Health forms. Register at vpas.info/events

Wednesday, September 23 at 10:00 a.m.
Prevention Begins with Fall Risk Factors Assessment Join Dr. Julia Castleberry who will emphasize the importance of identifying fall risk factors. Learn how medications, vitals, movement, as well as arthritis, strength, and speed impact an individual's risk for falls. This presentation also brings to light the fall risk factors of low vision, fear of falling, obesity, and obstructive sleep apnea. Register at vpas.info/events

Wednesday, September 23 at 11:00 a.m.
Decreasing your Risk of Falling with Dr. Sara Pappa. Learn about the implication of falls in older adults as well as how to reduce your risk of falling. Join Sunrise Senior Living's monthly fall seminar series by registering here: https://www.gotostage.com/Channel/SunriseWebinarSeries

Wednesday, September 23 at 2:30 p.m.
Walk With Ease with Mona Burwell, Arthritis Program Coordinator with the Virginia Department of Health. She will provide techniques on how to build and maintain a successful walking program. Using the Arthritis Foundation Enhance Self-Directed Walk With Ease program (WWE) platform, this CDC, evidence-based arthritis approved walking program has been effective in increasing balance, reducing pain, and improving mental health, flexibility, and overall physical health. Register at vpas.info/events

Wednesday, September 23 at 6:00 p.m.
Join the Millennial 50+ Ambassadors for a panel presentation and discussion about falls prevention. Learn about the implication of falls in older adults, how to reduce your risk of falling and free resources available in our area. For more information, call 703-828-4997 or send an email to MILLENNIALAMBASSADORS@GMAIL.COM

Thursday, September 24 at 11:00 a.m.
Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL) with Linda Watkins will provide information about strength, balance and fitness, the single most important activity adults 65 and older can do to stay active and reduce their chances of falling. Register at vpas.info/events

Thursday, September 24 at 1:30 p.m.
Using Assistive Technology to Prevent Falls with Sonja Schaible and Robin Ramsey will provide examples about various AT devices that can aid in prevention of falls; how to use F.R.E.E. and VATS as community resources; and outcome data to prove the impact AT has in fall prevention. Register at vpas.info/events

Thursday, September 24 at 2:00 p.m.
Decreasing your Risk of Falling with Dr. Sara Pappa. Learn about the importance of falls prevention including tips on how to reduce your risk of falling. Join Right at Home for this presentation by registering here: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ehb66rsreca78f1c&llr=dhwgd5zab

Friday, September 25 at 10:00 a.m.
Stay on Your Feet! Aging in Place with Charles Hendricks with Gaines Group Architects. This session will look at typical home modifications, changes, technology, and opportunities to promote Aging in Place by helping you stay on your feet. Topics will include Universal Design, indoor air quality, energy efficiency, solar power, home modifications, technology, and typical challenges in homes that prevent safe Aging in Place. Register at vpas.info/events

Friday, September 25 at 11:00 a.m.
Join Virginia Hospital Center for a Healthy Aging lecture on Falls Prevention and Trauma Center Overview. Click here to register: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5219921965119703568

Resources from the National Council on Aging:

Falls Prevention Awareness Week toolkit

Falls Free CheckUp tool

Regional Training Office (RTO) Update

The Regional Training Office has canceled all upcoming SAIL and AMOB leader trainings and updates due to COVID-19. These trainings will be rescheduled for a later date. As soon as these dates are confirmed, we will send out an update.

There is an online SAIL Leader Training program offered through Pierce College. Here is a link with more information: https://www.pierce.ctc.edu/sail

To report information on canceled or rescheduled events, please contact
Sara Pappa at spappa@marymount.edu

2020 Alliance Meetings: All are welcome!

The NVFPA meets quarterly on the 4th Thursday from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Here is the remaining date for 2020:

October 22nd--meeting will be VIRTUAL! All will be invited via Zoom.

For more information, email Sara Pappa at spappa@marymount.edu

CLICK HERE TO SEE RECENT MEETING AGENDAS AND MINUTES

Virginias Govenor's Conference on Aging: NEW DATES
When: May 17-18, 2021, Richmond, VA
The conference has been moved to 2021! The conference, “Connect. Collaborate. Contribute: Communities for the Future” will provide the opportunity for participants to take an active role in making Virginia a better place to live for our aging population. The two day conference will include breakout sessions in three focus areas and keynote speakers that will bring a wealth of knowledge and experience. The conference will yield recommendations to current and future policy makers on measures to be taken to make Virginia one of the most livable states for all ages. Visit www.vgcoa.com for details.

INOVA's Online Fitness Classess

In an effort to keep the community active and connected during the COVID-19 crisis, InovaWell’s Healthy Lifestyle program continues to offer a series of Virtual Fitness classes, available Monday – Friday at 11:00 a.m. All classes can be done from the comfort of home and will require little to no equipment. Exercise modifications are included.
For more information, click here: https://www.inovaevents.org/CREG/ClassDetails.aspx?ClassID=26490&DeptID=3&sid=40

NVFPA FREE Virtual SAIL Class

The NVFPA will offer a FREE VIRTUAL SAIL session starting Monday, Sept. 28th. The class will be offered using Zoom on Mondays and Thursdays, 1 - 2 p.m. More information, including how to register, will be available on our website by Monday, Sept. 21st.

Online Fitness Classes from Virginia Hospital Center
Check out the Virginia Hospital Center's website for information and to register for support groups, programs, free webinars, and classes in the link below:
https://www.virginiahospitalcenter.com/Programs/Community/Senior/default.aspx

Free Falls Prevention Lectures

Are you looking for a lecture topic for the seniors you serve? Faculty and graduate students at Marymount University are available to provide a 1-hour informative lecture (on Zoom or in person) on the risk factors and causes of falls and the importance of falls prevention. If you are interested in hosting a lecture, please contact us:
spappa @marymount.edu or call (703) 908-7711.

Check out AGING MATTERS TV and Radio shows with host Cheryl Beversdorf!

Visit You Tube Channel: http://tiny.cc/AgingMattersTV to watch an interviews with local residents and experts on a wide range of topics of interest to older adults.

Then check out the AGING MATTERS radio schedule for upcoming programs as well as all past AGING MATTERS radio shows by visiting http://tiny.cc/AgingMattersArchive.

Virtual SAIL Classes

We LOVE to brag about our Alliance members! A partnership between ServiceSource Inc. and Fairfax County Neighborhood Community Services has created a Virtual Center for Active Adults. They offer a variety of fun activities such as games, discussion groups, trivia, exercise classes (including SAIL), caregiver focused discussion groups and much more!
The goal of the Virtual Center for Active Adults is to enrich the lives of adults in Fairfax County while combatting isolation. Participants can connect with peers, engage in a variety of activities, and discover useful resources. The Center offers live, interactive programs with opportunities to engage with other adults. All programs have a live facilitator, many of whom are recreation therapists that design and implement adaptations and modifications needed to support participants during the virtual activities. Programs can be watched live or on demand. For more information about activities and resources, please visit their website: https://bit.ly/NCSvcaa

This is a picture of SAIL leader Anita Chinyavong. The Virtual Center had 246 SAIL participants this past spring and summer...WOW!

Alliance Membership

Members of the Alliance enjoy many benefits, including:

Recognition as a member on the NVFPA website and in other community-facing materials;
Ability to link your organization’s website to the NVFPA member website page;
Priority access to NVFPA resources, e.g. referrals of leaders and coaches, available facilities for programs, and more;
Networking and professional development opportunities;
Access to expertise and best practices related to fall prevention;
Connection to local, regional and state initiatives regarding falls and falls prevention;
Vendor eligibility at internal NVFPA events and exhibits, with reduced vendor rates available.

Click here to view the current list of Alliance members.

Click here to join today!

National Council on Aging Website:
Click Here
CDC Community Guide to Preventing Falls:
Click Here
Tips to Prevent Falls:
Click Here
The ACL Website:
Click Here

Website: https://novafallsprevention.com/
Email: NVFPA@marymount.ed u
Phone: (703) 908-7711
Sara Pappa: spappa@marymount.edu

Interested in submitting news or photos to share?
Email Sara Pappa at spappa@marymount.edu.
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