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June 2018
Free Online Learning
Online Learning - Learn at your own pace on any device This Online Learning Module has been developed for exercise and activity coordinators. (i.e. fitness instructors, therapy assistants, peer exercise leaders) .It aims to equip non-health professionals with background knowledge of falls, age-related changes and how these can impact on function, mobility and falls risk. Interactive, practical and evidence-informed, it will help you to facilitate effective and relevant falls prevention exercise strategies for older adults living in the community. Click here to register
Find out more »November 2018
Australia New Zealand Falls Prevention Conference
The 8th Biennial Australia and New Zealand Falls Prevention Conference (ANZFP) will be held at the Hotel Grand Chancellor in Hobart, Tasmania, from the 18th – 20th November 2018 and is an initiative of the Australian and New Zealand Falls Prevention Society (ANZFPS). The ANZFPS was formed in 2006 to promote the multidisciplinary study and implementation of falls prevention in older people. The conference will showcase the latest research outcomes, program implementation, training, and policy and planning innovations in falls prevention…
Find out more »December 2018
Strength and Balance training expression of interest
Strength and Balance Program Instructor Training The Stay On Your Feet® Program, coordinated by Injury Matters, delivers a range of strength and balance exercise program instructor training workshops. These workshops provide health and community exercise professionals with the knowledge, skills and confidence to deliver safe and effective evidence-based falls prevention exercise programs to older adults in the community. Stay On Your Feet® can also deliver the following instructor training workshops upon request and with sufficient attendees: Please complete the expression…
Find out more »February 2019
Fear of Falling Forum
Fear of falling is an important psychosocial factor associated with falls in older people. This can be prevalent, often distressing, and can result in both physical and social limitations in their lives. Understanding Fear of Falling and how this impacts on falls risk provides a valuable basis for reducing future or recurrent falls.
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