This week’s topic is Fall Prevention.
Falls are the most common, costly and harmful health events across care settings. They are the second leading cause of unintentional injury deaths worldwide. Falls can significantly impact an older adult’s quality of life. Permanent or temporary healt outcomes can decrease mobility. Regaining one’s confidence after a fall and preventing another one from happening involves a combination of practices that aren’t mutually exclusive. Fall prevention can include removing tripping hazards from your home and increasing mobility with low-impact exercise. Confidence can ultimately come from knowing that we are living a safe and fulfilling life. This discussion is an interactive presentation co-sponsored by Nuvance Health of Danbury Hospital.
Presenter Ruth R. Piehler, MSN RN, Trauma Program Coordinator at Danbury Hospital, received her undergraduate degree from Mout Saint Mary College, Newburgh, New York and her graduate degree from Fairfield University. She has worked at Danbury Hospital for the last 18 years as an Emergency Department nurse and Quality Specialist before moving into her current role. She holds many teaching certifications from the American Heart Association and Emergency Nurses Association as well as coordinating several courses for the American College of Surgeons. Ruth is also an adjunct clinical faculty member for the nursing programs at Western Connecticut State University and Fairfield University. Our other presenter, Carey V. Clarkson, is the Injury Prevention Coordinator at Danbury Hospital. He has worked at the Jewish Board of Child & Family Services for 25 years as a Program Supervisor for the Mann Center & Goldsmith Center before moving into his current role. He holds certifications in Stop the Bleed, among others, as wall as Fall Prevention.
Registration is required for all Library events.
Date:
Friday Nov 4, 2022
Time:
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Contact:
Adult Services Department 203-794-8756 ext. 3 adult@bethellibrary.org
Location:
Maria Parloa Community Room
There are 38 spaces available.
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