"Be a Fall Fighter" Wordfind

Each year, one in every three adults age 65 or older experiences a fall, and two million are treated for injuries resulting from a fall. Falls are one of the greatest threats to the independence and well-being of seniors. But many falls can be prevented. Exercise is one effective way to reduce the risk. This month’s puzzle contains this and 19 other words all having to do with fall protection. Give your brain a workout and find them all!

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For More Information

See the September 2011 issue of Seniors Digest to learn about Washington’s Falls Free Coalition.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offers fall prevention information and resources for seniors, their families and people who work with older adults, including an online brochure “What You Can Do to Prevent Falls”