Senior Fall Prevention Institute
Our Mission
Our mission is to increase awareness of falls and fall prevention to the older adult population and their families through research, dissemination of information, and education. Our goal is to bring effective fall prevention programming to community-dwelling seniors so that they can maintain their mobility and independence, increase safety, and reduce fall risk. The SFPI conducts research into the effectiveness of fall prevention programming and provides appropriate fall prevention programs for community-dwelling older adults at Senior Centers, Community Centers and Hospitals.
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Improved access to fall prevention
and exercise programming.
Celeste Carlucci founded the Senior Fall Prevention Institute because she envisions a world in which no one is limited in his or her activities, or housebound because of fear of falling. Her goal is to implement evidence-based, sustainable fall prevention programming to the older population throughout the United States.
Celeste wants to reach the older population with meaningful programming that enhances what matters most to them – their independence, quality of life, interests, and more. Through the Institute she will reach under-served communities, particularly older adults with limited income who still want and need access to effective programs. She believes that aging can bring magic to one’s life. The Senior Fall Prevention Institute celebrates that magic.
The Institute will improve access to fall prevention and exercise programming to people with limited funds. It will secure funding to disseminate preventative exercise and education programs to reduce falls and their cost to individuals, families, and communities.
In the United States, according to The Center for Disease Control and Prevention, there are 55 million adults over the age of 65. This number grows every year, and the majority of these adults need programs that help them stay active and safe.
Founder CELESTE CARLUCCI is a fitness expert and former professional dancer who received her training at The Alvin Ailey School of Dance and has performed nationally and internationally with many notable choreographers, including Bob Fosse. For thirty years she has taught movement, creating programs for all age groups. Her specialty and emphasis has been innovative, joyful programs focusing on senior wellness, fitness, and fall prevention. These programs are designed to enhance the lives of older adults. Her mission is to give seniors the strength and confidence to stay active in their communities.
Research
Evaluation of a Community-Based Program that Integrates Joyful Movement into Fall Prevention for Older Adults
Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine (GGM) is an interdisciplinary, peer-reviewed, “Gold” open access journal from SAGE and sponsored by the Southern Gerontological Society. GGM publishes original research and review articles that span the spectrum of gerontology and geriatrics. The journal is a member of the Committee on Publication Ethics (COPE).
First Published: May 2018
Authors: Celeste Carlucci, Julie Kardachi OSTD, Sara M. Bradley MD, Jason Prager MD, Katarzyna Wyka PhD, Nimali Jayasinghe PhD
Senior Fall Prevention Institute
Board of Directors
CELESTE CARLUCCI is a fitness expert and former professional dancer who received her training at The Alvin Ailey School of Dance and has performed nationally and internationally with many notable choreographers, including Bob Fosse. For thirty years she has taught movement, creating programs for all age groups. Her specialty and emphasis has been innovative, joyful programs focusing on senior wellness, fitness, and fall prevention. These programs are designed to enhance the lives of older adults. Her mission is to give seniors the strength and confidence to stay active in their communities.
Celeste conducts live classes, offers certification workshops, and trains facilities to implement the licensed Fall Stop…MOVE STRONG™ program nationwide. Her video content is also available nationwide via digital health platforms. She is an active member of the New York City Falls Prevention Coalition.
JOHN F. CARLUCCI is President and Founder of Carlucci & Associates, Inc., an Advertising, Marketing & Communications firm established in 1991 with headquarters in Stamford, CT. C&A takes great satisfaction in listening to Clients’ nuanced needs and consistently delivering strategic, innovative solutions across multiple For-Profit and Non-Profit entities. Some current and past clients include: Novo Nordisk Inc., The Westchester Bank, Greenwich 9/11 Memorial, Dunkin’ Brands, Nestle USA, Greenwich Chamber of Commerce, Combe Inc., National Football League Alumni Association, Visa, eLottery, Turner Broadcasting Systems, UBS, Altria, Agera Energy, Basketball Hall-of-Fame and EMC among others.
A graduate of Rutgers University, John received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in History. Non-Profit affiliations past and present include: Senior Fall Prevention Institute; Children’s Miracle Network; Make-A-Wish/NJ; Special Olympics; GHS Scholarship Association; Greenwich Symphony Orchestra; Concours D’Elegance; Hole-in-the Wall Camp for Kids; American Cancer Society.
Please consider making a donation in support of our work. Your gift will help us achieve our mission of preventing falls and establishing programs for the older adult population. You may use our online donation system below.
Each gift goes directly towards important programs. Our combined expertise in fitness, occupational therapy, and joyful movement will create programs that will serve the older population in their communities, and in their homes.
Your donation helps to:
- Provide funding for the establishment of programs aiding the elderly population in fall prevention.
- Diminish fear of falling and develop confidence in the older population.
- Compile data, research most effective methods in fall prevention, create training programs.
- Reach out to the older population in Community Centers, Senior Centers, Rehabilitation Centers, Hospitals.
- Through our passion and belief in possibilities, maintain the beauty and magic of life.
You will receive an acknowledgment letter with a receipt for United States tax purposes. We take the utmost care to ensure the contact data we receive is completely secure. Thank you for your support. The Senior Fall Prevention Institute is a private 501(c)(3) non-profit agency.