The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS), Oakland University, and the Michigan Falls Prevention Coalition have teamed up with Michigan 211 to offer fall prevention resources on mi211.org.
Each year, nearly 30% of Michiganders aged 65 and older report falling—most often in their homes. To address this, the initiative provides access to fall prevention programs, home safety modifications, medical equipment, and nutrition services designed to reduce fall risk.
“Falls can lead to serious injuries like broken bones and head trauma,” said Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian, Michigan’s chief medical executive. “By sharing resources and improving access, we can make Michigan safer for older adults and those with disabilities.”
Residents and health professionals can search for services by ZIP code at [mi211.org](https://www.mi211.org) or by calling 211. Trained specialists can help callers find local resources for safety planning, daily living supports, and more.
The effort is supported by a \$408,499 Healthy Aging Grant from the Michigan Health Endowment Fund, which also helped create the Michigan Falls Prevention Coalition website and an awareness campaign for Michigan 211.
“Oakland University is proud to support community partnerships that promote safety and independence for older adults,” said Dr. Chris Wilson, associate professor at Oakland University and grant lead.
The National Kidney Foundation of Michigan (NKFM), a founding coalition member, also supports fall prevention programming statewide. “It’s exciting to see how far the coalition has come since we started as a small advisory group in 2021,” said Ann Andrews, senior program manager at NKFM.
Health-care providers and organizations can expand the online directory by submitting fall prevention programs such as:
* Education and exercise programs
* Senior-focused fitness classes
* Incontinence prevention services
* Nutrition support
* Medical equipment suppliers
* Home modification services
To list or update programs, visit mi211.org/providers. For more information, go to mi211.org or mifallsprevention.org.
