by James Fuccione | Jan 13, 2021 | Data and Reports, News and Updates
The Massachusetts Commission on Falls Prevention, which is led by staff at the state’s Department of Public Health, released their biennial legislative report with recommendations on improving how health care providers assess and refer older adults for risk of...
by James Fuccione | Dec 16, 2020 | News and Updates
Through grant funding, collaboration, and technical support, communities across Massachusetts have an opportunity to support residents of all ages in remaining physically active and socially engaged this winter. The pandemic has heightened the awareness and importance...
by James Fuccione | Sep 16, 2020 | News and Updates
COVID-19 has changed a lot of things, but one has stayed the same: Falling is NOT a normal part of aging. Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley-North Shore and the Healthy Living Center of Excellence team is coordinating state-based activities for Falls Prevention...
by James Fuccione | Aug 26, 2020 | News and Updates
Due to COVID-19, the popular A Matter of Balance (MOB) program was temporarily put on pause. Earlier this summer, MaineHealth, the home of the MOB program, reached out to Elder Services of the Merrimack Valley and North Shore to discuss a virtual adaptation of the...
by James Fuccione | Aug 12, 2020 | News and Updates
Smart Growth America (SGA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity are now accepting applications for the Champions Institute, a new initiative for elected officials focused on safe streets and healthy...