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Upcoming Event: Action Steps

Injury Prevention and Self‑Care for Older Adults

Each participant gets a $25 gift card.

A free and fun presentation focusing on injury prevention for older adults, with information and resources to promote wellness.

Participants will learn about:

• Simple ways seniors can prevent injury from falls.
• Proactive health management, including alternatives to pain medications.
• Ideas for caregivers to help ensure safe spaces.
• Access to and promotion of local resources for older adults.
• Free medication lock bags.

Event Details

Date: November 18
Time: 10:00–11:00 AM
Location: Wood River Health Community Room
823 Main Street, Hope Valley, RI

Registration

To register, scan the QR code or visit:
tinyurl.com/actionstepswrh

Transportation

Need transportation?
Call Healthy Bodies Healthy Minds:
(401) 491‑9154

Presented by:
Healthy Bodies Healthy Minds – Washington County
South County Prevention Coalition, a member of Rhode Island Regional Coalitions

View the flyer: Action Steps November Flyer

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