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Seniors BC

Staying Independent

Falls are the main reason why older adults lose their independence.

This website is designed to provide information on fall prevention. It has been developed by the Ministry of Health, in partnership with the BC Injury Research and Prevention Unit.

Staying Independent

It has information for older adults, their relatives and caregivers, as well as health professionals and care providers.

The goal of this site is to provide detailed and up-to-date information on prevention, causes, consequences and treatment of falls among older people and provide information on staying independent.

Quick Links to Fall Prevention Pamphlets:
 

“Staying Independent” brochure, with a fall risk assessment tool to rate the risk for a fall.

“Seniors’ Falls Can Be Prevented,” with tips for seniors on avoiding falls at home and away from home.  This brochure is also available in Chinese and Punjabi.

“What YOU Can Do To Prevent Falls”, outlines four things you can do to prevent falls - including regular exercise, having a medication review and vision check-up, and going through a home safety check list.