service
Free
We help patients with a wide variety of conditions to maximise their independence with purposeful everyday activities within their home/community
What is this service?
The falls service provides information, assessment, advice and treatment for people who
* have fallen in the last 12 months OR
* are at risk of falls OR
* are fearful of falling
To be seen by the falls service people must be
* over 65 years old
* registered with a Kingston GP
* able to walk indoors without supervision (they may use any walking aid)
The falls service is physiotherapy led service, any medical investigations would have to be carried out by your GP.
Our aims are
* to reduce the risk of falls among older people in Kingston
* to improve their health and mobility
* to help them maintain their independence
We work closely with other professionals in health and social care as well as with voluntary organisations in order to deliver an integrated service.
Good to know
- Cost: Free
