08/27/2021

Ohio Department of Aging Seeks Community Partners to Host Falls-Prevention Walking Events and Groups

The Ohio Department of Aging’s popular 10 Million Steps to Prevent Falls campaign returns for Falls Prevention Awareness Month in September 2021. ODA is seeking community partners to help raise awareness by hosting local walking groups and events to contribute to a statewide total of miles walked during the month in the name of falls prevention. We encourage HME providers to get involved or consider hosting such an event in your community!  This campaign encourages Ohioans of all ages to walk at least one mile during the month of September.

Individuals, groups, and organizations interested in hosting a walking event or group can find planning guides and register their event at the 10 Million Steps to Prevent Falls webpage, www.aging.ohio.gov/10millionsteps. Events and groups that are open to the public will be listed on the ODA webpage beginning in early September.