MARSHFIELD, WI (OnFocus) – The Marshfield Fire and Rescue Department is taking proactive steps to help community members stay safe and steady on their feet with a new series of workshops focused on preventing accidental slips and falls.
Beginning May 5 and running through June 23, the department will host a weekly in-person workshop every Monday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Marshfield Fire Department, located at 514 E 4th Street. Please note there will be no session held on Memorial Day, May 26.
The workshops are free of charge—though contributions are welcome—and are designed to educate attendees on key strategies for reducing fall risk, particularly among older adults. Attendees will benefit from the combined expertise of physical therapists, pharmacists, optometrists, and community safety professionals, who will offer practical advice and hands-on tips to support balance, vision, medication management, and home safety.
Pre-registration is required to attend. Interested participants are encouraged to secure their spot by calling 1-888-486-9545.
For anyone looking to remain active and engaged while reducing their risk of injury, this workshop series offers a timely and valuable opportunity.
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Author: News Desk
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