Injuries resulting from even the most simple fall are among the greatest causes of health problems among older Americans.

Even more troubling is the fact that many people hospitalized for falls never return home or are not able to live independently.

Please mark your calendars today for a free clinic to help identify your risk of falling.

It will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7, in the Adena Rehabilitation and Wellness Center. The center is located at 445 Shawnee Lane, Chillicothe, behind the Shawnee Lanes Bowling Center.

Individuals will have an opportunity to complete a number of activities to determine their risk of falling, as well as ways of preventing falls.

Call 740-779-4801 to schedule a 20-minute appointment at the free clinic.