Assess your own fall risk through this short questionnaire.

People in our mid-40s don’t usually think much about fall risk (hint: we should). Even those who’ve already taken a spill often brush it off as “just tripping” or “moving too fast.” I’ve heard all the excuses, but rarely see changes made—because most people assume they’ll be fine.

The truth is, it only takes one fall to throw life off track. So why not plan ahead a little?

We’re taught from a young age to plan financially—save, invest, build security for the future. But how often do we think about planning for our physical future? How well our bodies will hold up is just as important as how our bank accounts do.

The NCOA's Falls Free CheckUp is a quick questionnaire—not exhaustive, but a smart starting point. It helps you see where you stand (pun intended) and gives you a reason to start thinking about fall prevention earlier. Normalizing these conversations now can make a huge difference later, both for ourselves and for those we care about.