FCS7-193: Stand Up to Falling: A Matter of Balance and Fall Prevention

Amy Hosier | June 2, 2010 (New)

The eight-session, evidence-based falls management program is led by trained volunteer lay leaders. The program aims "to reduce [the] fear of falling, stop the fear of falling cycle, and increase activity levels among community-dwelling older adults."

FCS7-191: Stand Up to Falling: Home Safety and Fall Prevention

Amy Hosier | June 2, 2010 (New)

About 50 to 75 percent of falls happen in the home. Many of these falls are caused by home hazards that we overlook every day. Falls can be reduced and prevented by identifying and correcting hazards in your home. Remember, falls are preventable!

FCS7-189: Stand Up to Falling: Physical Activity, Exercise and Fall Prevention

Amy Hosier | June 2, 2010 (New)

Physical inactivity leads to muscle weakness and loss, and has a negative effect on flexibility and balance, increasing a person's risk of falling. To significantly minimize the chances of falling, strength, balance, and flexibility must be increased.

FCS7-192: Stand Up to Falling: Vision Impairment and Fall Prevention

Amy Hosier | June 2, 2010 (New)

Whether vision impairment or disease, age-related trouble with vision increases the risk for falling and fall-related injury. A key to safety, wellness, and fall prevention is to keep your eyes healthy. Have regular eye exams, use appropriate prescriptions for glasses and contacts, and work with a doctor to maximize vision in both eyes.

FCS7-190: Stand Up to Falling: Medications and Fall Prevention

Amy Hosier | June 2, 2010 (New)

Medication causes some older adults to fall. Many seniors are prescribed medications to treat various ailments or diseases, and such drugs may have side effects that lead to falls. Combinations of medicines also create greater chances for adverse drug interaction and/or side effects. Taking four or more prescription and/or over-the-counter medications significantly increases the risk for falling.

FCS3-336: Freezing Fresh Fruits

Sandra Bastin | April 14, 2010 (Reprinted)

4JD-11PO: Fashion Magic in the Market Place: 4-H Clothing Selection Project Series

Linda Heaton | March 25, 2010 (Reprinted)

FCS7-180: Keys to Great Parenting: Key 2: Cuddle, Talk, and Read with Your Child

Carol Gnatuk | March 24, 2010 (Major Revision)

Babies and toddlers love it when you hug and
cuddle them and smile at them. They also love you to listen, talk, and read to them. Doing both at the same time, such as cuddling while reading simple storybooks, develops a warm bond between you and your child.

FCS7-182: Keys to Great Parenting: Key 4: Be Playful with Your Child

Carol Gnatuk | March 24, 2010 (Major Revision)

Babies and toddlers love to play. Play is not only fun, it is a way for your child to learn. It does not have to cost a lot of money. Forget the boring flash cards and expensive educational toys. You as well as family members and friends will find in the fourth key, "Be Playful with Your Child," some ideas for inexpensive play and learning with babies and toddlers at various ages.

FCS7-185: Keys to Great Parenting: Key 7: Practice Health and Safety

Carol Gnatuk | March 24, 2010 (Major Revision)

Our babies and toddlers count on us to keep them strong and safe as they move and explore. This seventh key, "Practice Health and Safety," offers specific things you can do to help make your child's life as healthy and safe as possible.