The Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc. invites the community of all ages to participate in a walk on Wednesday, Sept. 25, to help bring awareness to the prevention of falls.
Join us for a community walk in Lexington, Ohio, that is open to everyone. The event will take place on the B&O Bike Trail from 7-11 a.m., and you’re welcome to start at any time during these hours. Walk as much or as little as you like. Parking is available at the Lexington Senior Center, located at 64 E. Main St., with the walk starting at Y-Not Cycle & Fitness at the same location.
This event is a wonderful opportunity to get your steps in, connect with the Area Agency on Aging team, and learn about wellness programs and transportation services. The total steps will be submitted to the Ohio Department of Aging as part of a statewide tally. All participants will receive a free walking gift. Bikes and adaptive riding equipment can also be rented from Y-Not Cycle & Fitness at your own expense.
This walk is part of National Falls Prevention Awareness Week, aimed at highlighting ways older Ohioans can reduce their risk of falling. The Area Agency on Aging, in partnership with the Ohio Department of Aging, encourages everyone to participate in the 10 Million Steps to Prevent Falls initiative throughout September.
Each year, one in three Ohioans over the age of 60 will experience a fall, which can result in serious injury or even death. However, falls are not an inevitable part of aging, and most can be prevented. Regular physical activity, such as walking, is one of the most effective ways to reduce the risk of falling, making it the focus of this annual event.
For more information about this walk or our free classes on falls prevention, call Sue at 567-247-6458. In the event of rain, the walk will be canceled.
Submitted by the Ohio District 5 Area Agency on Aging, Inc.
