Falls Prevention Programme in Nelson Bays

Upright & Active Falls Prevention

ACC and Nelson Bays Primary Health have combined to develop this unique older adult wellness programme to the Nelson Bays region.
The programme is called Upright & Able Falls Prevention and it’s a 6-week programme delivered in small groups, which is FREE on the first referral.

• It incorporates education and samples a variety of suitable activity options such as Tai Chi, indoor walking circuits, Sit & Be Fit and home-based strength and balance options.
• It is held once a week at various locations around the region.
• Entry is for those who are 65+ years, who live independently, are at risk of a fall or have had a previous slip, trip or fall.
• A 'Falls Risk' is assessed on entry (and exit) to the programme.  Anyone assessed as a ‘High Risk’ is referred onto NMDHB Physiotherapy Department for a more in-depth assessment.
• On completion of the 6-week programme on-going support is offered through our Green Prescription (GRx) programme to monitor and motivate activity habits.

How to get referred to Upright & Able Falls Prevention?

• Click here for a copy of the recommended (*) referral pathway
• Click here for a referral form
• Click here for a copy of the 2011 Upright & Active Falls Prevention Programme or contact the Falls Prevention Coordinator at Cherie.Thomas@nelsonbayspho.org.nz

(*) Please be aware that these are just recommendations