Preventing falls at home

Preventing falls at home

Anyone can have a fall, but older people are more vulnerable than others. This is mainly because long term health conditions increase the chances of a fall.

There are many ways you can reduce your risk of having a fall, like making small changes to your home or doing exercises that help your strength and balance.

Visit NHS inform for information on preventing falls such as:

• strength and balance exercises
• how to manage your medication
• how to look after your vision and hearing
• identifying hazards
• safety checking your home

Read Public Health Scotland’s booklet Up and about: taking positive steps to avoid trips and falls.