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Jane Painter¹, Sharon Elliot

¹School of Allied Health Sciences, East Carolina University, Occupational Therapy Department, Belk Building, Room 306, Greenville, NC, 27858 painterj@mail.ecu.edu.

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Occupational therapists can lead community programs to address safety and cognitive needs for seniors. This paper offers guidance for developing and marketing senior fall prevention and home safety initiatives with aging organizations.

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Area of Science:

Gerontology
Community Health
Occupational Therapy

Background:

Community-dwelling seniors face risks to safety, environment, and cognition.
Occupational therapists (OTs) are well-positioned to address these needs.
Collaboration with aging organizations is key for effective programs.

Purpose of the Study:

Provide recommendations for OTs on developing senior community-based programs.
Outline strategies for implementing and marketing fall prevention and home safety programs.
Facilitate partnerships between OTs, Councils on Aging, and private practices.

Main Methods:

Literature review on existing community-based senior programs.
Analysis of best practices in fall prevention and home safety interventions.
Case study examples of successful collaborations.

Main Results:

Identification of key program components for senior safety and well-being.
Development of a marketing framework for community outreach.
Strategies for sustainable program integration within existing structures.

Conclusions:

OTs can effectively lead senior community programs by partnering with aging organizations.
Proactive development, implementation, and marketing are crucial for program success.
These programs enhance senior independence and reduce healthcare burdens.