Loved the exercises and having someone professional to show us how. I have seen physiotherapists before, but this was better!
Reduce Your Risk of Falls with the Stepping On Program
The Stepping On Southwest Sydney program offers an evidence-based fall prevention initiative designed to enhance your strength, balance, and confidence. Through proven strategies and expert guidance, this program aims to reduce the risk of falls and improve participants' overall quality of life.
Here’s what you can expect:
- Improved physical health: Exercises to boost strength and balance.
- Greater confidence and independence: Overcome the fear of falling.
- Expert guidance: Learn from guest speakers and health professionals.
- Community support: A group setting promotes peer support and motivation.
Note: Numbers of attendees are strictly limited, so please book early to avoid disappointment.
All sessions of the *Stepping On Southwest Sydney program are completely free, ensuring participants can access this valuable resource without any cost.
*Stepping On is supported by funding from the Australian Government through the PHN Program.
Who is suitable for this program?
Someone who:
- Is aged 65+ years, or Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders aged 45+ years.
- Lives at home (not in a residential aged care home).
- Is able to walk independently, with or without a walking stick.
- Has a fear of falling or has had a fall in the last year.
Note: The program is not suitable for people who have significant cognitive impairments or complex neuromuscular conditions.
About Catholic Healthcare's falls prevention program
The Stepping On Southwest Sydney Falls Prevention Program is delivered by trained professionals, who provide expert care and support.
Program topics
The Stepping On Southwest Sydney Falls Prevention Program covers a comprehensive range of topics, including:
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Home hazard awareness
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Moving safely in the community
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Safe footwear
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Bone health
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Vision
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Medication management
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Leg strength and balance exercises
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Getting up after a fall
The program features guest speakers who cover many of the educational topics mentioned above.
Length of the program
The Stepping On Southwest Sydney Falls Prevention Program runs for 7-weeks, with sessions held once a week for 2 hours each.
It includes an initial and final assessment, a group booster session after 3 months, and a follow-up phone call at 6 months to monitor progress and ensure ongoing safety.
Available at
Southwest Sydney
Note: If you are interested in attending or have any questions about the program, please email us at steppingon@chcs.com.au. We regularly update our locations list, so please register via the form if you see a new location that's near you.
The first phase of our program will be commencing from 28th January 2025 onwards.
Translation Services
Translating and Interpreting Service: Call 131 450 or visit tisnational.gov.au
Document translations: Visit multicultural.nsw.gov.au/document-translations (NSW)
Australia-wide: Visit naati.com.au, to find a national directory of translators and interpreters. NAATI provides a directory of participating translators/interpreters.
Don't just take our word for it!
Margo, Stepping On
Customer
I am 87 years old and thought I knew how to walk correctly, I have learnt something new.
Anna, Stepping On
Customer
I have been doing my exercises regularly and can notice the difference!
Jeff, Stepping On
Customer
Acknowledgement of Country
Catholic Healthcare acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we work and provide our services. We support the Uluru Statement from the Heart to achieve justice, recognition and respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.