Join us for an insightful Fall Prevention Forum, focused on improving independence and building confidence of older adults. This forum will cover key aspects of fall prevention, from practical interventions to addressing the psychological factors associated with falls.

Gain insights into research on effective strategies to help older adults get up off the floor independently. Learn about the techniques used during different stages of this process and get practical tips for implementing therapeutic and exercise interventions that strengthen balance, mobility, and confidence. The forum will also feature a practical demonstration where you’ll learn exercises and strategies to support fall prevention programs.

Additionally, the forum will explore the impact of fear of falling, which can have impacts on the physical and social welling being of older adults. Understand how this fear affects daily activities and falls risk, and how health professionals can help manage these concerns to improve quality of life.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge in fall prevention!

Event Program

4:30pm: Registrations open (food available for in-person attendees)

5:00pm: Welcome and introduction to falls in WA, Injury Matters

5:15pm: How do older people rise from the floor independently? Associate Professor Elissa Burton, Curtin University

6:00pm: Strength and Confidence: Screening, Interventions, and Getting Up Safely, Maryann Fabling, Injury Matters

6:45pm: Understanding Fear of Falling: Addressing a Key Falls Risk Factor, Su Kitchen, Sir Charles Gairdner Osborne Park Health Care Group

7:05pm: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Strategies, Ian Holbrook, Injury Matters

7:25pm: Event close

Learning Objectives:

• Increased knowledge of the latest evidence from research into effective interventions for getting up off the floor
• Increased awareness of when and how to screen for falls.
• Increased knowledge of techniques for safely guiding older adults in getting up off the floor.
• Increased knowledge of how to identify and address the fear of falling in older adults to reduce its impact on mobility and daily activities.

Target Audience

Physiotherapists, occupational therapists, community nurses, nurse practitioners, exercise physiologists and allied health assistants, working with older adults in the community, home care, re-ablement or rehabilitation.

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