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Learn about the health benefits of investing in a Personal Emergency Response System and how to keep fit and prevent falls at home. The Alexandria Division of Aging & Adult Services can subsidize an emergency alert system if you meet the qualifications. Join the "Walk-Fit" Mall Walking Program for free, safe, and climate-controlled exercise. Get fall prevention tips and make your home fall-safe with simple modifications.
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presented by Mary Belanich Manager, Senior Health Benefits of Personal Emergency Response Systems and Keeping Fit
Are you prepared for an unexpected emergency in your home? • If you want to maintain your independence and remain in your home: • Invest in yourself: Personal Emergency Response System • Alexandria Division of Aging & Adult Services, itself, will subsidize an emergency alert system if individual meets qualifications • EXERCISE! Move your body – walking offers many benefits • Make your home as fall-safe as possible
Virginia Hospital Center is the only Hospital-based provider of Philips Lifeline in Northern Virginia Benefits include: • VHC Senior Health staff provides in-home set up • No long-term contract - always month-to-month • 24/7 access to response center located in USA • Ambulance transport to the nearest available Emergency Room • AutoAlert automatically places a call if a fall is detected • HomeSafe Wireless option for those without a landline • Equipment made in the USA and is FDA regulated
“Walk-Fit” Mall Walking Program • New, intergenerational mall walking program • Every Tuesday and Thursday morning • 8:30am – 9:30am • Fashion Centre at Pentagon City • All are welcome to join • Free, safe, and climate-controlled exercise • Cool-down stretches and blood pressure checks are included
Fall Prevention Tipsat Home • Modify slippery surfaces and remove hazards whenever possible. • Avoid loose rugs or use double-sided tape to keep them in place and wrinkle free • Improve lighting in your home • Place no-slip mats in the bathtub and on shower floors • Remove clutter • Keep wires behind furniture • Have your vision evaluated by your physician • Install handrails and lights in the staircases • Install grab bars next to toilets, tubs or showers