Sunday, October 23, 2022 | Special Advertising Section 1 R 12 Health educator Ryan Lock demonstrates a flip-up grab bar recently installed for a client of the One Step Ahead Fall Prevention Program. Lass has had the joy of witnessing many clients thrive after consistent attendance. “I regularly have clients who come to class and tell me about experiences they have had where they used their improved balance to prevent a fall in their day-to-day lives,” she says, “like walking up stairs, across a street or out of a pool.” For those starting yoga at an advanced age, Lass says, “It’s OK to start just as you are! Find a yoga teacher who has specialized experience in working with older populations and injuries and chronic conditions. An experienced teacher will ensure you are cleared by a medical professional to take yoga classes, ask if there are any limitations or suggestions from your doctor and work within their scope as a yoga teacher to support you.” In their digital library, Sugarcane has several slower-paced classes, plus chair yoga classes, too. King County Emergency Medical Services/Medic One developed a free community resource for seniors called the One Step Ahead Fall Prevention Program. The program evolved out of a pilot program, as wraparound services following up on those who had called 911. “We’ve stayed true to that since the beginning,” says Erik Friedrichsen, Community Programs section supervisor for the EMS Division. This program aims to help people stay independent and safe at home thanks to a free in-home or virtual visit by a fall prevention health educator. The session involves a home safety walk-through to assess potential fall hazards and offers education, the installation of necessary fall safety devices and other resources. Those who enroll must be residents of King County (excluding Seattle), 50 or older, ambulatory and have called 911 after falling within the past 6 months. Currently, these services aren’t available to residents of assisted living, nursing homes, adult family homes or on hospice services. Those interested in enrolling can call 206-263-8544 or email FallPrevention.EMS@ kingcounty.gov. As a complementary option, The Shape Up campaign has been designed to get seniors involved with physical activity programs at seven local community centers. Ultimately, these professionals share the goal of helping folks safely and confidently revisit pursuits they value most. Phelan and Cosley encourage patients to believe in the return to beloved activities —perhaps dining out with family, walking their dog, even braving the steep cobbled streets of Pike Place Market to pick up fresh groceries. AgingWell !"#$%&& !"##$%&'()*)%+" continued from page 11 COURTESY OF KING COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH 206-382-3100 • HorizonHouse.org 900 • University Street, Seattle, WA 98101 For over 60 years, Seattle’s leader in innovative retirement living 62+ | First Hill | www.horizonhouse.org We’re an intentional community of support and engagement. By residents, for residents. AVAILABLE NOW: Jump the waitlist and invest in a one-bedroom home. Modern, open floorplans. Beautifully appointed. Contact us today at 206-382-3100. We can’t wait to hear from you! PURPOSEFUL LIVING IN A DIVERSE COMMUNITY
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