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Falls Prevention

Healthy You offers tailored exercise classes for adults aged 60 and over, specifically designed for people who are feeling less steady on their feet, have experienced a fall or are concerned about having a fall.

We go beyond simple exercises. Our 12-week specialist programme combines NICE-compliant risk assessments and social wellbeing support.

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FaME Programme

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While it’s natural for muscle strength and balance to decline with age, this does not have to be inevitable. The Falls Prevention Exercises classes are a face-to-face offer with specific exercises that are underpinned by evidence from the National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) to improve strength and balance.
 
Working with a qualified Falls Management Exercise Practitioner, participants meet in local community venues and work in small, supportive groups on a range of exercises that improve general fitness, increase confidence with everyday tasks, improve balance and provide a social opportunity to meet up with like-minded people.
 
This is a free 24-week service for eligible adults. All you need to bring is your own commitment to the weekly classes. 
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Who is this Service for?

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Eligibility criteria:

  • You have had one or more falls in the last year, or you feel unsteady on your feet.
  • Any medical conditions you have are stable and controlled.
  • You are able to sit/stand independently. 
  • You can stand for at least 5 minutes, this can be with support.
  • You are able to walk independently or only require a walking stick (not a frame). 
  • You can travel to a local class. 
  • You are willing to commit to attending a class every week for 24 weeks. 

How does it Work?

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We offer a clear, personalised approach to keep you safe and independent.

assessment

1. Comprehensive Assessment

We start with a thorough review of factors that can contribute to falls, including your strength, balance, medication, vision, and blood pressure. This can happen at your home or our clinic.

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Personalised Prevention Plan

Based on our findings, we create a custom plan to significantly reduce your fall risk. This plan might include:

  • Tailored Exercise to boost your strength and balance.
  • Recommendations for mobility aids or minor home adaptations like grab rails.
  • If needed, we can connect you with additional support.
assessment

1. Comprehensive Assessment

We start with a thorough review of factors that can contribute to falls, including your strength, balance, medication, vision, and blood pressure. This can happen at your home or our clinic.

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2. Home Safety Check

With your permission, our occupational therapists can assess your home environment to identify and address any potential hazards.

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3. Personalised Prevention Plan

Based on our findings, we create a custom plan to significantly reduce your fall risk. This plan might include:

  • Tailored Exercise to boost your strength and balance.
  • Recommendations for mobility aids or minor home adaptations like grab rails.
  • If needed, we can connect you with additional support.
security, safety

1. Home Safety Check

With your permission, our occupational therapists can assess your home environment to identify and address any potential hazards.

cheering success

2. Personalised Prevention Plan

Based on our findings, we create a custom plan to significantly reduce your fall risk. This plan might include:

  • Tailored Exercise to boost your strength and balance.
  • Recommendations for mobility aids or minor home adaptations like grab rails.
  • If needed, we can connect you with additional support.