Mental Health for Fall Prevention

In this episode of The Balance Broadcast, host Sydney Marshman speaks with Ashley Adams, an occupational therapist, about the intersection of occupational therapy and mental health. They discuss the importance of mental health in occupational therapy practices, the challenges of accessing mental health care, and the relationship between falls and mental health. The conversation also explores the future of aging and mental health, strategies for fall prevention, and the role of community involvement in supporting mental health. Ashley emphasizes the need for ongoing engagement and meaningful roles as individuals age, highlighting the importance of occupational therapy in facilitating these aspects.Contact Angela & Mike with Same Day Grab Bars® of Central Iowa 515-776-8870 https://samedaygrabbars.com/index.php/003Join the Iowa Falls Prevention Coalition:https://iacommunityhub.org/contact/