Fall Prevention Task Force
In the United States, falls are the leading cause of injury for children aged 0-14 and adults aged 25 years or older1. More than one in four older adults fall each year2. In 2022, 61,573 Georgians aged 65 or older visited the ER for a fall related injury, and 779 died as a result of their fall3.
Additionally, in 2022 alone, 32,568 children aged 0-14 visited the ER for a fall related injury in Georgia3. Falls among children typically occur during normal activities in the home, at playgrounds, or while playing recreational sports.
Two populations are most vulnerable for injuries related to falling, older adults and children. In Georgia, falls are the leading cause of unintentional injuries for both children and older adults3.
Strengthening Falls Prevention Across Georgia
We’re excited to share two opportunities to support falls prevention efforts statewide. Please share with organizations, agencies, and community groups working with older adults.
Georgia Falls Prevention Needs Assessment
- Help us understand the current landscape of falls prevention in Georgia. Your input will guide future trainings, resources, and support from the Georgia Falls Prevention Coalition. Results will also be shared with participating organizations to inform your own programming.
- Please take 5-10 minutes to complete the survey here.
Apply for a Falls Prevention Microgrant
- We are offering microgrants to help nonprofit organizations launch or enhance a falls prevention program in their community.
- Open to organizations not yet members of the Georgia Falls Prevention Coalition.
- Submit proposals via Qualtrics by September 26th at 11:59PM.
- See the RFP Here for details and view the Application Here.
Task Force Highlights
- The IPRCE Fall Prevention Task Force has developed virtual falls prevention events to reach isolated seniors.
- The IPRCE Fall Prevention Task Force has also developed a toolkit for faith-based fall prevention events (PDF).
Task Force Leaders
Elizabeth Head, MPH
Deputy Director, Department of Injury Prevention at Georgia Department of Public Health
Megan Passineau, MPH
Implementation Specialist, Georgia Department of Public Health
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Fall Prevention Task Force
The IPRCE Fall Prevention Task Force strives to reduce the burden of fall related injuries by promoting the issue, engaging partners and leaders, and identifying solutions, including policy change and effective interventions.
