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Stay On Your Feet® Launches Feet-First in South Lake

Our feet are the foundation of our mobility, providing the support needed for daily activities. And yet, they often don’t receive the attention they deserve. As the only direct source of contact with the ground, footwear can affect an individual’s posture, stability, balance and gait, influencing the risk of falls.

With 1 in 3 people over the age of 65 having a fall each year, often resulting in serious injury and hospitalisation, foot health is vital to staying healthy and independent in the long term.

As we age, we may experience foot-related problems, such as foot pain, reduced range of motion, toe weakness and toe deformity, which are also risk factors for falls. The Stay On Your Feet® Healthy Foot Guide was developed with Moorditj Denja (Strong Feet) to educate older adults on the importance of strong feet. The Healthy Foot Guide gives practical tips, strategies, and resources for older adults to manage their foot health.

Acknowledging the relationship between nutrition, foot health and overall health and wellbeing, Stay On Your Feet and Moorditj Djena joined forces with Foodbank to launch the Healthy Foot Guide at South Lake Ottey Family and Neighbourhood Centre on Wednesday, 1st November 2023. As part of the Remove Hazards campaign, local older adults and their families attended the free community event, coming together to have a yarn and learn how to prevent falls.

Participants enjoyed learning interesting, helpful information for everyday activities to keep themselves and their families healthy and strong. A nutritionist from Foodbank Catherine Dumont shared recipes, tips and tricks on fueling our bodies with nutritious food to promote strong bones and healthy feet.

On top of daily foot care such as washing our feet and drying in between the toes, checking our feet for sores and cuts, moisturising our feet and wearing safe footwear, it is recommended that older adults have regular reviews with a Podiatrist at least every year. A Podiatrist can assess the feet, checking the circulation, the nerves in the feet and any deformities that may lead to complications, such as calluses or ingrown toenails, which can increase the risk of falls.

Moorditj Djena (Strong Feet) is a podiatry and diabetes education outreach program for Aboriginal people within the Perth metropolitan area.

Foodbank nom! nutrition education and cooking programs improve confidence in the kitchen, strengthen social connections and build knowledge around healthy eating.

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