Falls prevention
Every day, 133 older Queenslanders have a fall requiring medical attention, even though falls are mostly preventable. Falls have a big impact on mobility and independence, but there are steps that can be taken to reduce the risk.
The stay on your feet website provides information about how we can all work together to help Queenslanders stay healthy, active, independent and on their feet. This site is for seniors and anyone who works with seniors, including individuals, organisations, health professionals in hospitals and the community, aged care facilities, local councils, government departments, and the fitness industry.
Active at Home
Active at Home is an affordable, simple strength and balance exercise program delivered by In Home Personal Care Workers to help older people maintain mobility and confidence on their feet. The program can be funded through a clients aged care package and the low cost makes it a sustainable option for long term outcomes.
Active at Home is an evidence-based program and aligns with national aged care reforms. A trial of the program showed a significant difference (up to 20%) to client’s physical performance. This type of improvement can mean the difference between remaining physically independent and requiring more care. More information about the active at home program can be found here .
The PHN supports Arcare to deliver the active at home program in the Sunshine Coast region. If you are over 65 (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander over 50) community member and interested in finding out how you can access the active at home program, please contact Arcare. If you are a home care service provider and are interested in delivering the active at home service in your area, please contact mbell@ourphn.org.au.
