April Falls Month aims to raise awareness about the impact of falls and to promote the latest falls prevention strategies.
This year, the Let’s Talk About Falls – Staying Safe Starts with a Chat campaign aims to break the stigma around talking about falls to help Australians access appropriate care and begin early interventions.
Talking about falls isn’t about taking away independence; it’s about protecting it.
Falls don’t just happen.
When you notice signs that an older person may be at risk, such as holding onto furniture when walking or showing possible indicators of a recent fall like bruising, start the conversation.
A simple chat can help people make small, practical changes or receive the support needed to keep them independent, safe and steady on their feet.
The Falls and Balance clinic at the Royal Melbourne Hospital, Royal Park, provides multidisciplinary assessment and management recommendations for adults living in the community who have had falls and who have mobility and balance problems.
We accept referrals for people residing in the local government areas of Melbourne, Moonee Valley and Merri Bek.
Our current wait time after triage of referral is a month or less.
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Disclaimer: This article was provided by Melbourne Health. While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate, North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network does not warrant or represent the accuracy, currency and completeness of any information or material included within.
