Falls aren’t always preventable, but there are steps older adults can take to lower their risk. Get tips for helping them stay safer on their feet. #FallsPreventionWeek

This #FallsPreventionWeek, we're spotlighting why falls prevention should be everyone's priority!

Professor Elizabeth Orton’s latest blog explores who commissions services and what actually works.

Read the full blog here:
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#Falls can affect confidence, independence and wellbeing.

During #FallsPreventionWeek, explore AACE’s free, practical resources on reducing fall risks and what to do after a fall.

>> aace.org.uk/falls-guidan...

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#ThinkFalls #StayingWell

Ready, Steady, Go 🔴🟠🟢

Our #FallsPrevention campaign aims to help reduce the risk of falls across our inpatient services.

Patients will receive tailored exercise guidance and support at each stage of recovery 👇🏽

https://www.merseycare.nhs.uk/mc-feature-falls

#FallsPreventionWeek

Fall is here, but don't fall! Falls Prevention Awareness Week is a good time to read these tips and resources on preventing falls: https://www.ncoa.org/older-adults/health/prevention/falls-prevention/ #FallsPreventionWeek #FPAW2026 #MDInsurance

Today, Sept 22, is U.S. #FallsPreventionAwarenessDay, part of National #FallsPreventionWeek.

Initial bone fractures are associated with an 86% increased risk of another fracture. Learn tips for preventing fractures from SWHR: https://ow.ly/4ObO50ZGw77 #SWHRtalksBoneHealth

Our research has found that emergency hospital admissions for falls in people aged 65 and over have increased by more than 25% in just ten years.

We need to reduce the risk of falls in the home.

We are wrapping up #FallsPreventionWeek, read more in our press release: buff.ly/MviEhCO

#UnsafeHomes

"Fall prevention boosts confidence and improves wellbeing, lifting people from under the fear of falling and enabling healthier ageing." Says Jules Robinson, Falls Engagement Lead at RoSPA in our #FallsPreventionWeek guest blog.

Read more: ageing-better.org.uk/blogs/fighti...

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🔎 For #FallsPreventionWeek check out this brilliant talk and approach to safe falling using #judo principles with Katrina McDonald @angliaruskin.bsky.social - from our #HealthResearchInsight series.
💡 Innovative project helping to build confidence + reduce risks:
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This week is #FallsPreventionWeek 💙

Did you know we provide falls prevention services across #Knowsley, #Liverpool, and #Sefton?

Our teams can help you overcome the fear of falling and stay independent and confident. Find out more 👇🏽

www.merseycare.nhs.u...

"None of the builders or plumbers had experience in fitting accessibility products and they found it difficult." say Peter and Julie when discussing their journey on making their home accessible.

It's important to feel safe in your home. #FallsPreventionWeek.

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Caregivers in AZ were told to not pick up adults who had fallen on the ground. The AZ Fall Prevention Coalition got a senate bill AZ SB1373 passed to get caregivers to people up. We designed the training which can be found at azfallprevention.com for caregivers in AZ. #fallspreventionweek

This #FallsPreventionWeek, help your older patients assess their risk of falls and put preventative measures in place:
- Sit up & go test 🪑
- Meds review 💊
- Healthy eating: calcium & hydration 🦴💧
- Balance & strength exercises 🏋️‍♀️
- Look for trip hazards❗

What other tips do you share with patients?

This week marks #FallsPreventionWeek, we need to raise awareness to ensure homes are safe for everyone.

Read more in our press release: buff.ly/MviEhCO

#UnsafeHomes #OlderHomeowners #OlderTenants #Ageing

#FallsPreventionWeek (15–19 Sept) 'From Awareness to Action'
Falls aren’t just part of aging—they’re often preventable.
👟 Move more. Fall less. 💬 Talk, share, support.
Let’s turn awareness into action and keep older adults strong, safe and steady.

A $600,000 federal grant awarded to the @RIHEALTH will fund programming to reduce the risk of falling among older adults and adults with disabilities living in public housing developments in Woonsocket, Providence and East Providence. #FallsPreventionWeek

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