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------ RRR =, ----- EE ------------------------------------------------ "WEEKEND STAR" FRIDAY, JUNE, 2001 - 23 Preventing falls is theme of seniors month here June is Seniors Month and Durham Region Health Department encourages all older adults to become more aware of the dangers associated with falls among those 65 and older. "In 1998-99, Ontarians spent a total of 561,433 days in hospital because of injuries due to uninten- tional falls, while 555 Durham Region residents 65 and older were hospi- talized as a result of injury from falling," says Joan Segal, a public health nurse with Durham Region Health Department. According to informa- tion from the Health Department, the majority of falls take place in the home. Common causes for falling are slipping, trip- Arts retreat opens this summer in Bethany A brand new arts opportunity is available in the region this summer when 'Centauri Arts Retreat' opens its doors for the first time. Located on the attrac- tive campus of Bethany Hills School, a boarding school for girls between Omemee and Bethany, Centauri Arts will bring together professional writ- ers and artists to.offer resi- dential courses in poetry, short story, novels, getting published, writing your memoirs, painting and drawing. Adults from across North America with cre- ative aspirations will join the artistic community for seven or 14 days, taking classes in writing or art and immersing themselves in an atmosphere that is relaxing, creative and inspiring. For details call 416-766- 7124 or check the website: www.centauri.on.ca/arts. ping or stumbling, and falling from one level to another. "The long term consequences of injuries in older adults are more permanent and debilitat- ing due to the decreased ability of the body to recover as completely or as quickly as in a younger person," explains Ms Segal. Research has shown that injuries from a fall often lead to loss of inde- pendence, limited mobili- ty, possible admission to an institution, social with- drawal and self-imposed inactivity due to fear, anxi- ety and loss of confidence. "It's not unusual for older adults not to tell someone that they've fallen or to seek appropriate medical CONFIDENT GIRLS (For girls age 8-12 who hike to hke to be inspired) © 2 Weeks left: July 9-13 « Aug. 13-17 * Fun activities that teach girls about boundaries, rela- tionships, decision-making, problem solving strategies, goals and other power themes. * 9:00-3:00 Mon. to Fri. (deposit required) For a summer camp experience they'll always remember call Monique Howat (from the CONFIDENT WOMEN! seminar series) 905-986-1441 NOW REGISTERING Summer Lessons Day & Evening Available Call Uxpool 905- 852- 7831 NO OUT OF AREA REGISTRATION FE attention for fear of loss of independence," says Ms Segal. Durham Regional Health Department has a number of resources that provide helpful tips on preventing falls, including a pamphlet entitled "It's Time to Prevent Falls," a I2-tip resource guide for older adults. Also, Health Department staff will be hosting a number of com- munity events to celebrate Seniors Month and increase awareness of the serious health risks associ- ated with falls among older adults throughout the month of June: Q June 5 - Falls Prevention Display, Oshawa Centre, 9:30 a.m. - to 9 p.m. 0 June 6 - Interactive Falls Prevention Workshop, Blackstock Women's Institute, Blackstock United Church, 3483 Church Street, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Q June 18 - Falls Prevention Display, Pickering Town Centre, 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. In addition to these ini- tiatives, the Health Department and the Surgical Program at Lakeridge Health Oshawa will be introducing a new falls prevention program starting June 11. "People over 65 make up 12 per cent of the pop- ulation in Canada and account for 9 per cent of Durham Region's total population," says Ms Segal. "Older adults are vital, contributing members of our community. We want to provide information and assistance that allows them to remain active and independent. Encouraging seniors to maintain an active lifestyle and helping them to reduce the risk of falls will go a long way in helping them to retain their inde- pendence." To obtain a copy of "It's Time to Prevent Falls," or for more information about falls prevention and Seniors Month activities, please call Durham Region Health Department, Ajax office at 905-683-4660 or |- 877-999-4336 or the Uxbridge office at 905-852- 9161. RE crt tee A cal re sn ari it us about our Smart Ca dl OAKRIDGE GOLF CLUB 4 km south of Utica - 4 km north of Ashburn,' off Ashburn Road, follow the signs WEBSITE: www.golfoakridge.com 1 Starting Times GREAT Foo. 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