In our last post we learned that falls cause more than 81% of all TBIs (traumatic brain injuries) among adults aged 65 or older. In this post we’ll identify some of the signs and symptoms of TBI. So what are the signs that an older adult has had a TBI? First, we must say that…
Brain Injury Awareness Month
Did you know that March is National Brain Injury Awareness Month? We were not surprised to hear that falls are the leading cause of TBI (traumatic brain injury) in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says, “TBI is a preventable public health issue.” They [falls] cause more than 81% of…
How Exciting – NEXT!
How exciting! Here’s Sharon at the unveiling of the new name for the former BASCC (Birmingham Area Seniors Coordinating Council) – we had second row seats to hear the great Brooks Patterson, Oakland County Executive, and other local dignitaries. It was a wonderful gathering of like-minded folk, delicious food (to include fresh fruit, gourmet cookies,…
Body Workz Rocks!!
Shown here is Sharon Claye (far right), Master Trainer, along with the happy graduates of the Fall Prevention Trainer Workshop held at Body Workz Health Club in Orange, Texas on February 21, 2015.