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Peventing Falls and Promoting Independence

Date and Time

Thursday, November 13, 2025, 1:00 PM until 2:30 PM

Location

NEST Office, Fireside Room
8008 35th Ave NE
Seattle, WA  98115
USA
2065256378

Event Contact(s)

NEST Office

Category

Special Event

Registration Info

Registration is recommended

About this event

$5 - $10 Suggested Donation for non-members
Join Leah Doctorello from King County EMS’ One Step Ahead Fall Prevention program for an educational session on reducing falls. This session will help participants identify their personal risk factors and provide simple evidence-based strategies to reduce falls, improve safety, and support independent living. Topics include:

Communicating effectively with your healthcare provider
Making simple home safety modifications
Participating in evidence-based exercise programs
Managing medication safely
Engaging family and community support

Leah has over 27 years with King County Emergency Medical Services – Community Programs, currently serving as Fall Prevention Program Manager. She oversees the One Step Ahead and Shape Up programs, focusing on reducing falls and promoting health for older adults. Outside of work, she enjoys time with family and friends and visiting her home in Hawaii.

Number of People Who Will Attend

General Public *
(No Fee)
* This can be your primary registrant type. Only one primary registrant type is allowed per registration.
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UnitedHealthcare
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Thank You to Our Passport Partners

Passport partners are local businesses that offer discounts to NEST members

Blue Poppy Floral 10%
Bobby Jo's Plants & Mercantile 20%
BODY & BRAIN Yoga Tai Chi 10%
Bryant Corner Cafe 15%
Eight Bells Winery 10% in-store purchase
Grateful Bread Baking Company 15%
Hello Robin Cookie 15% (does not include large orders, catering, etc.)

Mioposto Pizzeria Ravenna 10%
Royal Palm Thai 10%
Spinnaker Chocolate 10%
Third Place Books Ravenna 20%
Three Sacks Full Free dessert or glass of house wine with dine-in meal
Wedgwood Public Ale House 15%
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