Mobility & Falls Prevention
Course Overview:
This course is designed to equip healthcare professionals, caregivers, and individuals with essential knowledge and practical skills to effectively manage and reduce the risk of falls. Participants will learn the latest evidence-based strategies to enhance mobility, ensure safety, and maintain the quality of life for older adults and those with mobility impairments.
Course Content:
- Introduction to Falls and Mobility Issues
- Statistics and impact of falls
- Understanding mobility challenges
- Risk Factors and Assessment
- Intrinsic vs. extrinsic factors
- Screening tools and assessment methods
- Prevention and Intervention
- Exercise and rehabilitation
- Environmental modifications and assistive devices
- HSE Preventing Falls Recourse Pack
- Response to Falls
- Immediate actions post-fall
- Post-fall assessment and care planning
Learning Outcomes:
Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to develop and implement effective falls prevention strategies, conduct thorough risk assessments, and respond appropriately to falls, thereby reducing the incidence and severity of fall-related injuries.
Duration of the Course: ½ day
Certification: A certificate of completion will be provided to participants who attend the full course.