Sandwell Falls Prevention Service
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| Organisation | Age UK Sandwell |
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Head Office
Age UK Sandwell and Age UK Birmingham
Stratford House
Stratford Place, B12 0HT Birmingham |
Contact details |
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| sandwellfallsprevention@ageuksandwell.org.uk | |
| Phone | Information and Advice 0121 437 0479 |
| Website | https://www.ageuk.org.uk/sandwell/our-services/sandwell-falls-prevention-exercise/ |
| Opening hours | Telephone lines open 9am to 5pm. |
| Accessibility details | Eligibility: - Aged 50 and over - Sandwell resident or registered with a GP in Sandwell Inclusion Criteria (1 or more of the following): - Fear of Falling - Feeling unstable - History of Falls (injurious and non-injurious) - Low bone density and/or family history of osteoporotic fracture. - Be able to stand independently with/without walking aid - Be able to mobilise independently with/without walking aid Exclusions: - GP has said that you have a heart condition and has recommended only medically-approved physical activity. - Pain - Angina - Acute systemic illness (cancer) - Visual or vestibular disturbances - Significant drop in BP during exercise - Unstable or acute heart failure - Unable to maintain seated upright posture - Impaired cognition - Diagnosis of dementia |
The Sandwell Falls Prevention Service supports individuals aged 50+ who have difficulties with mobility or balance. It is available to those registered with a Sandwell GP or living in Sandwell, including people at risk of falling, those who are fearful of falling, or those who have already experienced a fall.
The service aims to help older adults improve mobility, strength and balance, reducing the likelihood of falls and the risk or impact of health conditions linked to inactivity.
Referrals can be made through a GP, by self-referral via the website, or by phone or email.
Once a referral is received, the team contacts the individual to arrange an assessment. This includes a questionnaire to understand health and circumstances, a falls risk assessment, a mental wellbeing check, and a short walking test (Timed Up and Go).
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| Categories | Exercise, sport & recreation, Social Activities |
| Staff Qualifications | Staff qualified to deliver the services of Age UK Sandwell. The charity has been awarded Charity Quality Standard and Advice Quality Standard. Staff qualified with Later Life Training - Otago Exercise Programme Leaders. |
| Gender | All |
| Quality standards | Staff subject to Disclosure & Barring Service |