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June 2019
eLearning Module Two – Exercise Strategies and Screening for Falls Prevention
Free Self-paced Online Learning This "Exercise Strategies and Screening for Falls Prevention" online module has been developed for exercise and activity coordinators (e.g. fitness instructors, therapy assistants and peer exercise leaders). The module will help support the implementation of evidence-based falls prevention exercise strategies for older adults. Participants will explore the role of exercise in preventing falls in older adults. This includes the explanations of the different types of exercises and programs designed to improve strength and balance and reduce…
Find out more »April 2021
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention Instructor Training
(This event has now sold out) Would you like to deliver Tai Chi for Arthritis to older adults? Tai Chi for Arthritis is a program designed by Dr Paul Lam and a team of medical specialists and Tai Chi experts. Based on the Sun style of Tai Chi, Tai Chi for Arthritis Prevention is easy to learn, effective and safe. Tai Chi for Arthritis is an evidence-based program which works to prevent falls through improving balance, confidence and muscular strength…
Find out more »May 2021
Frailty and Falls Prevention Webinar
Frailty is recognised as a risk factor for falls. Frailty involves the concepts associated with the deterioration of the body related to the ageing process. It involves decreased physical performance, including balance, gait and mobility problems, all of which predispose older adults to falling. Falls can have a negative psychological impact on older adults including fear of falling, loss of confidence, and anxiety which may lead to loss of independence. Due to the negative impact of falling it is important…
Find out more »Stay On Your Feet® Give It a Go Day Busselton
What is happening on the day? Join us for a light morning tea and refreshments. Come and try new exercises and get to know local services near you! Find out how to strengthen your legs and build your balance to prevent falls. Who All older adults, family and carers welcome. When Friday 28th May 2021 11.30am - 1.00pm Where Geographe Leisure Centre - Recreation Ln &, Queen Elizabeth Ave, West Busselton WA 6280 If you need assistance with transport, please…
Find out more »June 2021
Understanding family carers falls concern and their management of older adults falls risks at home webinar
With Western Australia’s ageing population, family carers are increasingly becoming an essential support in falls prevention and care delivery for older adults living in the community. Carers’ concerns for older adults’ falls risk, can have a severe impact on the psychological well-being and ability of family carers to prevent falls. Falls prevention programs that include family carers contribute to significant improvement in falls risk awareness and knowledge in carers and their care recipients. However, maladaptive caring strategies adopted by carers…
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