Fall Prevention: Moerdijk Stays Standing!

Vitality Days - 21 October in Klundert

Every five minutes, a person aged 65+ in the Netherlands ends up in the emergency room after a fall - that's 120,000 older adults per year. The municipality of Moerdijk is working to reduce this number and has launched the fall prevention initiative 'Moerdijk Stands Strong!'. Older adults aged 65+ living independently in Klundert, Noordhoek, Standdaarbuiten and Moerdijk are welcome on 21 October in Klundert or on 4 November in Standdaarbuiten.

During the vitality days, you will receive short screenings and exercises that provide insight into your balance, muscle strength, fitness and overall health. A physiotherapist will also conduct a fall risk assessment using a smartfloor. Afterwards, you will discuss the results together and receive personalized follow-up advice, ranging from a movement programme to a certified fall prevention training led by a physiotherapist.

Are you 65 years or older and living independently in Klundert, Standdaarbuiten, Noordhoek or Moerdijk? You can register via the Meer Moerdijk website.