The first day of fall means more than just a changing of seasons. It means a renewed emphasis on raising awareness about how to prevent and reduce falls among older adults. That’s why 48 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico took part in the 2015 National Falls Prevention Awareness Day. This year’s event is held on September 22. For many professionals who provide support and services to older Americans, the emphasis extends well beyond the fall equinox. Kimbrough