Join the Alliance
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The mission of the Northern Virginia Falls Prevention Alliance (NVFPA) is to maximize independence and improve the quality of life of older adults by reducing falls and fall-related injuries. Alliance members work collaboratively to assure the availability of, access to, and utilization of a coordinated and comprehensive system of community-based falls prevention programs and practices in the region.
Benefits of Joining
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Recognition as a member on the NVFPA website and in other community-facing materials;
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Ability to link your organization’s website to the NVFPA member website page;
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Priority access to NVFPA resources:
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Referrals of leaders and coaches, available facilities for programs;
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Networking opportunities;
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Professional development opportunities;
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Access to expertise and best practices related to fall prevention;
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Connection to local, regional, and state initiatives regarding falls and falls prevention;
Expectations of Members
Expectations of Members
The Alliance’s expectations of members include the following:​
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Assign one individual from your organization/agency to be the representative to the Alliance;
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Encourage and educate your organization/agency on the importance of falls prevention efforts;
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Support efforts to educate the older adults you serve on the importance of falls prevention, including:
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Seek opportunities to engage your community in evidence-based fall prevention programs;
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Disseminate Alliance materials and provide referrals to Alliance resources;
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Work collaboratively to offer space and transportation solutions for Alliance-supported programs;
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Contribute testimonials, success stories, and news items for the Alliance newsletter and website;
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Explore and share ideas for the sustainability of the services of the Alliance, including funding opportunities;
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Advocate for legislation promoting fall prevention;
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Attend Alliance meetings regularly and, as time and need arise, participate in an Alliance workgroup of your choice to assist in achieving the mission of the Alliance.