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Stand Strong, Live Long: Falls Prevention Virtual Event

Wednesday,
September 20,
12–3 p.m. CT

FREE EVENT

Understand your risks and learn how to prevent a fall this September with Oasis! Oasis is partnering with national health professionals and experts to present a free event full of scheduled presentations, activities, and health screenings centered on fall prevention. Join us virtually for Stand Strong, Live Long! Check out the dynamic, fast-paced virtual agenda below.

Attendees will hear from expert leaders and speakers from across the country to raise awareness about falls risks and learn practical tips on how to prevent falls. The audience will hear from the best minds in fall prevention, including the CDC, geriatricians, physical therapists, and healthcare experts.

The day will feature:

• Live demonstrations of how to assess the safety of your home
• Experts showcasing real-time balance tips and simple movements
• Pharmacists discuss medication management
• Step-by-step “how-to’s” for low and no-cost home modifications

Register for the virtual event by completing the form below.

Once you submit the form, you will receive an email with detailed information about the event.

Virtual Falls Prevention 2023

Raise Awareness about Falls Risk and Learn Practical Tips on how to Prevent Them!

Meet our team of experts

Presenters

Juliet Simone

Juliet Simone MPH, MBA, The Oasis Institute

Juliet serves as Chief Program Officer at The Oasis Institute, where she is responsible for business development, revenue generation and grant-funded health and technology education initiatives. She is a member of several boards, and serves as a guest instructor on anti-ageism at the Washington University School of Medicine and as a Community Health Worker instructor at St. Louis Community College. Juliet formerly served as the chairperson of the Show Me Falls Free Missouri Coalition, and was a community health organizer in the Peace Corps.

Gwen Bergen, PhD, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; Injury Prevention

Gwen Bergen serves as the team lead for the Safety Promotion Team in the Applied Sciences Branch of the Division of Injury Prevention at CDC’s Injury Center. The Safety Promotion Team’s primary focuses are the prevention of drownings and older adult falls.

Susan Friedman

Susan Friedman, MD, Independent Geriatrician with a certificate in Lifestyle Medicine

Dr. Friedman is a board-certified geriatrician and internist. She received her medical degree and master’s degree in public health from Northwestern University and completed her residency and geriatric fellowship training at Johns Hopkins University. She is a professor of medicine at the University of Rochester, where her clinical time is divided between work as a geriatrics hospitalist at Highland Hospital and both inpatient and outpatient consultative care in lifestyle medicine.

Nancy Alexander, PT

Nancy Alexander, PT is a licensed physical therapist who has served as a clinician, rehab manager and rehab director at major health organizations in the Rochester area. Nancy wrote and published her first book in September 2018 titled, “An Unlikely Gift.” Just recently, she published her second book titled, “Get UP! Defy Aging with Movement.”

Kathleen Cameron, Author

Kathy Cameron, PharmD, National Council On Aging

Kathleen Cameron, BSPharm, MPH, has more than 25 years of experience in the health care field as a pharmacist, researcher, and program director focusing on falls prevention, geriatric pharmacotherapy, mental health, long-term services and supports, and caregiving. Cameron is Senior Director of the NCOA Center for Healthy Aging, where she provides subject matter expertise on health care programmatic and policy related issues and oversees the Modernizing Senior Center Resource Center.

Susy Stark, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA

Dr. Stark is an instructor for the environment class in the MSOT and OTD degree programs, the environment class in the Rehabilitation and Participation Science (RAPS) PhD program. She mentors students who work in her laboratory and is the co-director of the TL1 Predoctoral Training program at the Washington University Institute for Clinical Translational Science.

Kirsten Dorsey, OT

Kristen is an experienced Program Manager with a demonstrated history of working in traditional and non-traditional roles for Occupational Therapy. Skilled in facilitating client directed health and well-being programs focusing on physical, cognitive and mental health goals. Strong program and project management professional with a Master’s degree from the University of Southern Maine.

Jim Starshak, Master Trainer

Jim is a Master Trainer for Tai Chi for Health Institute, Adjunct Professor (Exercise Science), and Certified Personal Trainer (NSCA-CPT*D). CE Provider for ACSM, ACE, Nurses, Athletic Trainers (CEUs accepted by NSCA), Physical Therapists, and Occupational Therapists. Facilitate workshops to train Tai Chi Instructors. US Army Special Forces (Green Beret) Veteran.

Polly Lemire

In my experience, the Tiny Habits method has actually become the way to create a lifestyle that is more grounded, flexible, confident and on point, no matter what challenges one may be facing– especially for care-givers and those of us for whom QUALITY OF LIFE is a major objective.

Throughout all these different roles, my mission has been to contribute to the success of others. As a Tiny Habits coach I love helping people discover an incredibly simple way to not only create new habits they want in their lives but also to start living a life that glows!

Schedule

Time Title Presenter
12-12:05 Welcome, Introductions, Falls Across the US, Overview of Falls Risks Juliet Simone, St. Louis Oasis; Raine Ames, Ames Productions
12:05-12:35 What the Latest? The State of Falls Across the U.S. and Demonstration of a New Online Risk Screening Tool Gwen Bergen, PhD, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; Injury Prevention
12:35-12:50 What are Falls Risks and What Can I Control? Susan Friedman, MD, Independent Geriatrician with a certificate in Lifestyle Medicine
12:50-1 BREAK
1-1:20 The Three Big Areas of Risk
1-1:07 Physical Ability, Mobility and Agility Nancy Alexander, PT, Physical Therapist
1:07-1:14 Medication and Falls Kathy Cameron, PharmD (ncoa)
1:14-1:20 Home Modifications and Falls Prevention Susy Stark, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA, Washington University School of Occupational Therapy
1:20-1:30 Test Yourself: 30 second chair stand and what your result means for you Nancy Alexander, PT
1:30-1:50 Breakout Sessions (participants choose their section in advance and will be set up in their preferred session- target of 20-30 people per breakout session)

Session topics will include the following in the context of falls prevention:
Neurological diseases
Arthritis
Traumatic Brain Injuries
Bone Health and Osteoporosis
Vestibular System
Bladder Health
Diabetes
Blood Pressure and Heart Health
Eye Health

1:50-2 Test Yourself: Home hazard evaluation Susy Stark, Washington University School of Occupational Therapy
2-2:10 BREAK
Part 3: Thoughts into Action
2:10-2:20 Virtual Matter of Balance Kirsten Dorsey, OT, MaineHealth
2:20-2:30 Tai Chi for Arthritis for Fall Prevention Jim Starshak, Master Trainer, Tai Chi for Health Institute
2:30-2:35 How to Achieve a Goal: Brief Introduction to Creating SMART Goals Polly Lemire, Tiny Habits for Joyful Living
2:35-2:55 Breakout Sessions (sessions of 8-10 older adults, led by a trained facilitator to lead SMART goal generation)
2:55-3 Closing Remarks from Oasis Juliet Simone, Oasis

Register for the virtual event by completing the form below.

Once you submit the form, you will receive an email with detailed information about the event.

Virtual Falls Prevention 2023

Falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries among older adults.

Find Out How You Can Support Oasis’ Fall Prevention Event Through Sponsorship!

For questions or more information, please contact Juliet Simone
at
jsimone@oasisnet.org or call 314-862-4859

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Presenter, Bob Mann is a Teaching Fellow and Guest Lecturer in American History at Harvard University. Bob began teaching after receiving his masters and the Klein Family Prize in History from Harvard in 2015 and has since been a five-time recipient of the Bok Award for Distinction in Teaching. He is also a past Suzanne and Caleb Loring Fellow on the Civil War, its origins, and consequences at the Massachusetts Historical Society and the Boston Athenaeum. Bob’s research and writing focus on the economic impacts of Southern Reconstruction.

The Port Royal Experiment

Oasis Everywhere Live Zoom Class

Presenter: Robert Mann

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Tom Henry https://www.oasisnet.org/tom-henry/ https://www.oasisnet.org/tom-henry/#respond Wed, 27 Jul 2022 19:37:02 +0000 https://www.oasisnet.org/?p=26966 Featuring Tom Henry from Upstate Oasis with Oasis Everywhere Tom Henry is an award-winning teacher of history and social studies and holds BA and MS degrees in Social studies, history and secondary education, and has done doctoral work in American History. Tom retired from his public school teaching career in 2009 after 34 years, Read more...

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Featuring Tom Henry from Upstate Oasis with Oasis Everywhere

Tom Henry is an award-winning teacher of history and social studies and holds BA and MS degrees in Social studies, history and secondary education, and has done doctoral work in American History. Tom retired from his public school teaching career in 2009 after 34 years, the last 23 at Liverpool High School. He has taught at SUNY Cortland and Syracuse University as well. In 1997 he began writing for Colonial Williamsburg Publications, where he has co-authored 16 works for teachers.

Tom began teaching for Upstate Oasis in 2007, and serves on the Advisory Council and is Chair of the Education Committee. He is also a frequent speaker across Central New York.

Take a look at Tom’s upcoming class at Oasis Everywhere

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Peter Bolland https://www.oasisnet.org/peter-bolland/ https://www.oasisnet.org/peter-bolland/#respond Wed, 27 Jul 2022 19:37:02 +0000 https://www.oasisnet.org/?p=26968 Meet Peter Bolland, Oasis Everywhere Presenter Peter Bolland is the philosophy and humanities department chair at Southwestern College near San Diego, California where he teaches world religions, Asian philosophy, world mythology, and ethics. Bolland is also a columnist for Unity Magazine and freelance writer, speaker, singer-songwriter, and meditation teacher whose work can be found Read more...

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Meet Peter Bolland, Oasis Everywhere Presenter

Peter Bolland

Peter Bolland is the philosophy and humanities department chair at Southwestern College near San Diego, California where he teaches world religions, Asian philosophy, world mythology, and ethics. Bolland is also a columnist for Unity Magazine and freelance writer, speaker, singer-songwriter, and meditation teacher whose work can be found at Chopra Global, Insight Timer, and educational, musical, and spiritual centers throughout the region. Learn more at www.perterbolland.com.

Enroll in The Wisdom of Kabbalah – presented by Peter Bolland on June 26, 2020

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COVIA https://www.oasisnet.org/covia/ https://www.oasisnet.org/covia/#respond Wed, 27 Jul 2022 19:36:11 +0000 https://www.oasisnet.org/?p=25478 Creative Aging Symposium January 28, 2021 In the new year, we celebrate identity. Our third age is characterized as a period of reflection, synthesis and exploration of self. Join us to examine how identity is shaped by community, how our sense of self changes, yet stays the same over the course of a Read more...

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Creative Aging Symposium

January 28, 2021

In the new year, we celebrate identity. Our third age is characterized as a period of reflection, synthesis and exploration of self. Join us to examine how identity is shaped by community, how our sense of self changes, yet stays the same over the course of a lifetime, and ultimately, celebrate the many ways we make meaning out of life’s tragedies, joys, and mundane moments. Through creative demos, interactive experiences, and interviews, we invite you to discover new understandings of what it means to be you.

About Covia

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CONNECTING HOME AND COMMUNITY

Covia’s mission is to promote and cultivate healthy communities for positive aging through an innovative continuum that actively supports the whole person. Covia believes aging should be a positive experience. They strive to support well-being every step of the way. As an organization, Covia helps seniors get the most out of life wherever they live, in a way that reflects individuality and choice.

Creative Aging Symposium Speakers

Wheel of Joy

Wheel of Joy

Facilitated by Creative Spark, a Covia Community Service, Wheel of Joy is an interactive experience designed to deepen our understanding of what brings us joy and how we sustain those meaningful moments in the midst of extraordinary changes and hardship. Creative Spark, generates inspiring and energizing direction for aging service professionals, fostering new programs, elevating current ones, and ultimately, creating lives better lived.

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BrainSavers® Synapse Classes https://www.oasisnet.org/brainsavers-synapse-classes/ https://www.oasisnet.org/brainsavers-synapse-classes/#respond Wed, 27 Jul 2022 19:36:11 +0000 https://www.oasisnet.org/?p=26157 BrainSavers® is Back! BrainSavers® is Back...virtually! This popular series is back and better than ever. Oasis Everywhere is proud to partner with Dr. Paul Bendheim and leading experts in memory health to bring you content in a safe way through Zoom Video sessions. About BrainSavers BrainSavers was founded by Read more...

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BrainSavers® is Back!

BrainSavers® is Back…virtually!

This popular series is back and better than ever. Oasis Everywhere is proud to partner with Dr. Paul Bendheim and leading experts in memory health to bring you content in a safe way through Zoom Video sessions.

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About BrainSavers

BrainSavers was founded by Dr. Paul Bendheim, a board-certified neurologist, clinical professor of neurology at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix, and author of The Brain Training Revolution – A Proven Workout for Healthy Brain Aging. Dr. Paul spent his career studying the causes and treatments of degenerative brain diseases including Alzheimer’s. He understood that the most effective way of reducing the chance of developing Alzheimer’s was by making lifestyle changes years ahead of the field.

BrainSavers is based on that fundamental principle. Our evidence-based programs are dedicated to helping keep brains sharp and resilient through a brain+body healthy lifestyle that enriches lives, improves peoples’ mental and physical fitness and over-all well-being. As the leading brain-fitness program in the world, we help the growing population of older adults enjoy life while reducing their risk of age-related cognitive decline.

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Brainsavers Classes

11 Sessions / December 7–January 13 / Mondays & Wednesdays / $84

Reduce the impact of age-related memory impairment and the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease and other memory disorders by adopting a realistic program of regular mental exercises and a brain-healthy lifestyle.

BrainSavers® offers a comprehensive solution for total brain health to become the best versions of yourself both physically and mentally, incorporating mini-lectures, nutrition, cognitive exercise, sleep, socialization and stress management.

Classes are cohort-based and facilitated by a trained Oasis instructor. Each class includes a combination of viewing recorded videos by experts and live discussion.

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EWC Classes https://www.oasisnet.org/ewc-classes/ https://www.oasisnet.org/ewc-classes/#respond Wed, 27 Jul 2022 19:36:10 +0000 https://www.oasisnet.org/?p=26892 Missouri Botanical Garden / EarthWays Center Classes Green Living! Oasis Everywhere has partnered with the world renowned Missouri Botanical Garden and EarthWays Center to bring you topics on sustainability and green living. Who wouldn't want to learn more about making the earth a better place for generations to come! Read more...

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Missouri Botanical Garden / EarthWays Center Classes

Green Living!

Oasis Everywhere has partnered with the world renowned Missouri Botanical Garden and EarthWays Center to bring you topics on sustainability and green living. Who wouldn’t want to learn more about making the earth a better place for generations to come!

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About EarthWays Center

The EarthWays Center of the Missouri Botanical Garden is a group devoted to an increasingly vital goal: conservation of energy and other natural resources for the future, otherwise known as “sustainability” – meeting the needs of the current generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

“As a division of Missouri Botanical Garden, we embrace the Garden’s mission of protecting and preserving plants, but with a slightly different approach,” said Glenda Abney, director of the EarthWays Center. While the Garden is a botanical institution focusing on plants themselves, the EarthWays Center zeros in on what botanical researchers agree is the greatest threat to plants and the environment: people.

“Our focus is helping people understand how their behavior impacts plants, and in turn how it affects the entire environment,” said Abney. “We promote sustainability through environmental education and improving the built environment. By educating people about our dependence on plants and the natural resources that support plant communities, we are teaching adults and youth to value and protect the things that sustain our families and communities.”

EarthWays Center staff work directly with the general public and other audiences, including kindergarten through 12th grade (K-12) educators and students, college and university students, instructors, staff and community educators. They also work with green building professionals, auditors, contractors, businesses and local municipality leaders, with the goal of improving the built environment. Offering expertise on a wide range of sustainable-living topics, staff is in demand for speaking engagements, participation in public events and as spokespeople for the media.

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EarthWays Center Programs

Check out our line up of EarthWays Center classes and register today. Then, invite a friend!

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Cybersecurity Scavenger Hunt https://www.oasisnet.org/cybersecurity-scavenger-hunt/ https://www.oasisnet.org/cybersecurity-scavenger-hunt/#respond Wed, 27 Jul 2022 19:36:10 +0000 https://www.oasisnet.org/?p=26924 The FBI reports that Internet scams cost older Americans $835 million dollars in 2019, which is a $186 million dollar increase in JUST ONE YEAR. Yep–you read that correctly: a $186 million dollar increase from 2018 to 2019. This class will teach you how to spot four of the most common scams older adults Read more...

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The FBI reports that Internet scams cost older Americans $835 million dollars in 2019, which is a $186 million dollar increase in JUST ONE YEAR. Yep–you read that correctly: a $186 million dollar increase from 2018 to 2019. This class will teach you how to spot four of the most common scams older adults fall for. Then participants will have the opportunity to share examples of scams they have seen and discuss how to discern the scam messages from legitimate messages.

Cybersecurity Scavenger Hunt

Oasis Everywhere Live Zoom Class

Presenter: Amy VanDeVelde

Monday, August 17

2–3 p.m. CT

$10

THIS IS A LIVE ONLINE CLASS through Zoom Video.

Zoom link will be emailed in receipt

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Let’s Get Happier Today! https://www.oasisnet.org/lets-get-happier-today/ https://www.oasisnet.org/lets-get-happier-today/#respond Wed, 27 Jul 2022 19:36:10 +0000 https://www.oasisnet.org/?p=26950 Description: Let’s Get Happier Today! Oasis Everywhere Live Zoom Class Presenter: Gilda Garcia, Ph.D. During this session, we will learn a few ways to get happier every day. Who doesn’t want to be happy? Join us to explore ways to increase your happiness by using gratefulness, thankfulness and consideration. Let’s fill our hearts with Read more...

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Let’s Get Happier Today!

Oasis Everywhere Live Zoom Class

Presenter: Gilda Garcia, Ph.D.

During this session, we will learn a few ways to get happier every day. Who doesn’t want to be happy? Join us to explore ways to increase your happiness by using gratefulness, thankfulness and consideration. Let’s fill our hearts with joy and happiness today!

Wednesday, August 19

1–2 p.m. CT

$8

THIS IS A LIVE ONLINE CLASS through Zoom Video.

Zoom link will be emailed in receipt

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Aetna Healthy Aging https://www.oasisnet.org/aetna/ https://www.oasisnet.org/aetna/#respond Mon, 04 Oct 2021 15:56:32 +0000 https://www.oasisnet.org/?p=6582 Oasis—Your Solution for Healthy Aging for 40 years Oasis has been helping thousands of Americans to satisfy their curiosity, take charge of their health and discover the joy of giving back to their communities. Learn more about how Oasis can help you achieve all your healthy aging goals. Aetna Medicare Advantage Read more...

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Oasis—Your Solution for Healthy Aging for 40 years

Oasis has been helping thousands of Americans to satisfy their curiosity, take charge of their health and discover the joy of giving back to their communities. Learn more about how Oasis can help you achieve all your healthy aging goals.

Aetna Medicare Advantage customers have been emailed a coupon for a free virtual Connections technology class on Oasis Everywhere. The Connections program has been helping people use technology confidently and safely since 2000.

Oasis offers a variety of class titles to choose from iPhone, iPad, Google and Cybersecurity–there’s always something new to learn.

Register for your free class today.

Lifelong Learning

Health & Wellness

Volunteer Engagement

Technology Education

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