For patients carers and families
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Staying physically active is the single most important thing we can do to stay fit and independent as we get older. Physical activity is good for our bodies and our minds. It also helps us to remain independent and to get the most out of life.
Research shows that we can substantially reduce our risk of a fall by doing moderate exercise for at least 30 minutes on most days of the week and by incorporating balance and leg strength exercises, such as those you will find on the website, into our daily routine.
This website identifies and lists registered exercise programs, available in your local area, that have specific exercises to improve balance and strength. It also provides useful information on other things you can do to help stay active and on your feet, including information about your health, making your home environment safe, what to do if you do have a fall and home and lifestyle checklists to help reduce your risk of falling.
Staying Active and on Your Feet Booklet
The Staying Active and on Your Feet Booklet is a useful for patients and carers with exercises to do at home, and also includes lifestyle and home safety checklists.
Staying Active and on Your Feet Booklet
This booklet can be ordered through the Active and Healthy Website
Download PDF ~1.8MBFalls Prevention Brochures – General
Stay Safe at Home
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Stay Safe at Home - Do not print
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Dizziness
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Eyesight
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Foot care and safe footwear
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How to get up if you have a fall
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Information for those at risk of a fall
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Medication
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Falls Prevention Brochures – In Hospital
Discharge information after a fall
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Falls Prevention in Hospital
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Falls Prevention for Maternity Services
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Moving around safely in hospital
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Patients who are confused could fall when in hospital
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Falls Prevention Brochures – At Home
Strength and balance exercises
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Information following a fall at home
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Home safety
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How to fall-proof yourself
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