Make A Splash

Make A Splash is a Greater Toronto Area Public Health partnership campaign aimed at reminding adults 55 years and older to get up and get moving in order to prevent injury from falls.

The Make A Splash campaign focuses on three key messages:

·         Be active

·         Keep your independence

·         Help prevent injuries.

Every 10 minutes in Ontario at least one senior visits an emergency department and every 30 minutes one senior is admitted to hospital directly related to a fall.

Physical activity has been demonstrated to positively affect function, mental health, fitness levels, the prevention and management of chronic diseases and overall well-being (Health Canada, 2002; Shields and Martel, 2006).

York Region has one of the fastest growing senior's populations. It is expected that by 2031 the number of seniors living in York Region will double, accounting for 20% of the population. Residents are encouraged to remain active and independent while enjoying a productive and engaged quality of life.

For further information on Make A Splash and healthy aging, please contact York Region Health Connection at 1-800-361-5653

Resources:

Make a Splash Brochure - Chinese, Farsi, Italian, Punjabi, Tamil, Urdu)

Make a Splash Poster - Chinese, Punjabi, Tamil)