Building Capacity for Fall Prevention Programs for Spanish-speaking Older Adults through Community Engagement and Education

Awarded in 2025

Updated Dec 1, 2025

At a Glance

The project, Building Capacity for Fall Prevention Programs for Spanish-speaking Older Adults through Community Engagement and Education, led by the Wisconsin Institute for Healthy Aging, aims to reduce the high rate of falls among Spanish-speaking older adults in Wisconsin by expanding access to the culturally tailored Pisando Fuerte fall prevention program. This initiative seeks to increase program reach, strengthen community partnerships and promote awareness of fall prevention strategies in order to reduce fall-related injuries and improve long-term quality of life. Maria Mora Pinzon, MD, MS, FACPM, assistant professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Geriatrics and Gerontology, UW School of Medicine and Public Health, serves as the academic partner.

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