Each year, more than one in four older adults experience a fall and there are over 3 million emergency department visits for falls by older adults. Falling once not only doubles a person’s risk of falling again, but can lead to a decrease in daily activities due to fear of falling. (Facts About Falls |…
August is here, bringing the perfect opportunity to check off one of life’s most important “to-dos”: writing or updating your will. Whether you’re just starting to consider estate plans or revisiting them, National Make-A-Will Month is your yearly reminder to take this meaningful step for yourself, your family, and your community, as only around 30%…
Every day at Habitat DC-NOVA, we work towards building communities where everyone can thrive. One way we ensure that we address this goal is by working with older audiences through our home repair and aging-in-place services. This May, we celebrate Older Americans Month, a time to honor the resilience, wisdom, and enduring contributions of older…