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SUMMARY:Falls Forum - Promoting Independence and Confidence
DESCRIPTION: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. \nGain 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. \nAdditionally\, 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. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge in fall prevention! \nEvent Program\n4:30pm: Registrations open (food available for in-person attendees) \n5:00pm: Welcome and introduction to falls in WA\, Injury Matters \n5:15pm: How do older people rise from the floor independently? Associate Professor Elissa Burton\, Curtin University \n6:00pm: Strength and Confidence: Screening\, Interventions\, and Getting Up Safely\, Maryann Fabling\, Injury Matters \n6:45pm: Understanding Fear of Falling: Addressing a Key Falls Risk Factor\, Kristie Harper\, Curtin School of Allied Health\, OT Sir Charles Gairdner OPHCG \n7:05pm: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Strategies\, Ian Holbrook\, Injury Matters \n7:25pm: Event close \nLearning Objectives:\n\nIncreased knowledge of the latest evidence from research into effective interventions for getting up off the floor\nIncreased awareness of when and how to screen for falls.\nIncreased knowledge of techniques for safely guiding older adults in getting up off the floor.\nIncreased knowledge of how to identify and address the fear of falling in older adults to reduce its impact on mobility and daily activities.\n\nTarget Audience\nPhysiotherapists\, 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. \nHybrid event –  Click Here to Register!\n 
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/falls-forum/
LOCATION:The Hub\, Bentley Technology Park\, 2 Brodie Hall Drive\, Perth\, Western Australia\, 6102\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Injury Matters,Stay On Your Feet
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