Falls Prevention
- Location: Axida House
- Price: Free
Axida House
350 Preston Road
Hull
East Riding of Yorkshire
HU9 5HH
United Kingdom
Email: hello@ageukhey.org.uk
Telephone: 01482 324644
Falls are a common and often overlooked cause of injury and can have a significant impact on a person's confidence, independence and wellbeing. Around one in three people aged 65 and over who live at home will experience at least one fall each year, with around half of those experiencing falls more frequently.
At Age UK Hull and East Yorkshire, our Falls Prevention Team works to help people reduce their risk of falling and remain safe, confident and independent.
Home Visits and Community Support in Hull
Our Falls Prevention Team can visit you in your home to carry out a holistic assessment of potential risks that may contribute to falls. We can identify hazards within the home, discuss any concerns you may have and provide practical information, advice and support to help reduce the risk of future falls.
Our team also works within the wider community, delivering information and advice sessions to social groups and professionals working across health and social care. By raising awareness of falls prevention, we aim to help more people understand the steps they can take to stay safe and independent.
Falls Prevention Exercise Programme
In partnership with CHCP, we also deliver a four-week Falls Prevention Programme for people who have experienced a fall or may be at risk of falling.
The programme combines information and education, gentle exercise and social interaction to help participants improve their strength, balance and confidence. Sessions are held for two hours each week over four weeks at the Age UK Hull and East Yorkshire office, providing a friendly and supportive environment in which to learn practical ways to reduce the risk of falls.
If you are concerned about falling or would like to find out more about our Falls Prevention Service, please get in touch with our team.
To make a referral please complete the referral forms below and send it to referral@ageukhey.org.uk.
Download the Staying Steady Booklet
Download Referral Forms