Open AccessClinical-Community Connections
Author(s) -
Lori A. Schrodt,
Rachel A. Sledge,
Colleen Hergott,
Beth Rohrer,
Jennifer Sidelinker,
Jennifer S. Brach,
Jennifer L. Vincenzo,
Kathleen Shirley,
Tiffany E. Shubert
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
topics in geriatric rehabilitation
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.167
H-Index - 27
eISSN - 1550-2414
pISSN - 0882-7524
DOI - 10.1097/tgr.0000000000000322
Subject(s) - medicine , bridge (graph theory) , gerontology , fall prevention , multiple chronic conditions , chronic disease , family medicine , medical emergency , suicide prevention , poison control
Incorporating evidence-based community programs into clinical care recommendations and goals may help bridge the clinic-to-community transition for older adults. Engagement in evidence-based programs can help older adults manage chronic conditions and reduce fall risk through behavior change and self-management following a clinical episode of care. This paper describes evidence-based fall prevention and physical activity programs, provides resources to locate programs, and strategies to match older adults to the right programs.