Active Balance for Falls Prevention Workshop – Geraldton
Older adults who have impaired balance are at greater risk of experiencing a fall. By improving balance, we not only promote independence for older adults, but we can also prevent falls.
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Geraldton Health Campus 51-85 Shenton Street, Geraldton
Recognising and Responding to Elder Abuse in Older Adults Workshop – Geraldton
Geraldton Health Campus 51-85 Shenton Street, GeraldtonElder abuse is a serious public health and social issue, estimated to effect 1 in 6 older adults in Western Australia. It can take many forms, including financial, social, physical, sexual, psychological and emotional abuse, and neglect, and can occur in a range of different settings. It is vital that health and community professionals working with older adults in WA carry the skills to recognise and respond to elder abuse to ensure the safety of their clients and provide support to make informed decisions about their ongoing safety and wellbeing.
Understanding Diabetes and Falls Among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People
FeaturedOnlineFalls are the most common cause of injury leading to hospitalisation among Aboriginal people. Older adults with diabetes have an increased risk of falls, recurrent falls and the rate of fracture following a fall. In fact, older adults who have diabetes are twice as likely to have a fall that can result in an injury.
