Anglican Retirement Villages (ARV), in conjunction with the Foundation for Aged Care, developed the Better Balance Program after identifying falling over as the single most common cause of hospitalisation for people aged 65 and older.
The aim of the program is to minimise the chance of slips and trips by offering instruction on improving balance, advice on fall-proofing the home, footwear and protective wear, and correct procedures to follow should you fall.
More information:
The ARV Better Balance Centre: (02) 9634 0370
For a copy of the ‘Better Balance' brochure: (02) 9634 0370