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Other resources

There are many fine resources available to help you create programs, learn about falls prevention and active living. The following list includes handouts and ready to use programs. We have also provided information on how to get copies, the cost, year of publication, language and a brief description.

These resources were chosen because they are easy to get and use and are based on solid research. They include videos, fact sheets, audio cassettes, check lists, manuals and books.

• Active Seniors
• Canada's Physical Activity Guide to Healthy Living for Older Adults - Handbook
• Exercise: A Guide from the National Institute on Aging
• Exercise to Prevent Falls: A Winning Formula for Older Adults
• A Guide to Preventing Falls
• Home Adaptations for Seniors' Independence
• Home Safe Home: Road Show, Injury Prevention for Seniors in the Community
• Home Support Exercise Program
• Physical Activity Readiness Questionaire (PAR-Q)
• Positive Steps
• Promising Pathways - A Handbook of Best Practices
• STAND UP!
• Steady As You Go, Agency and Facilitator Manual
• Steady As You Go #2, A Guide For Seniors With Limitations to Energy or Mobility to Reduce their Risks for Falling
• Stepping Out
• Taking Steps: Modifying Pedestrian Environments to Reduce the Risk of Missteps and Falls
• Taoist Tai Chi for Seniors: Instruction in the Foundation Exercises of Taoist Tai Chi
• You Can Prevent Falls! Falls Prevention Information for Seniors and Veterans

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