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Suzanne Hardy, Nuala Davis, James Frith, Julia Newton, Julia Newton and James Frith, Lisa Robinson, Chris Elliott, and Terry Charlton

Most FutureLearn courses run multiple times. Every run of a course has a set start date but you can join it and work through it after it starts. Find out more Whether you have been affected by falls yourself or care for someone who has, this course will help you understand what you can do to prevent falls and also what you can do if you have experienced a fall. You can use the hashtag #FLfalls to talk about this course on social media.

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Most FutureLearn courses run multiple times. Every run of a course has a set start date but you can join it and work through it after it starts. Find out more Whether you have been affected by falls yourself or care for someone who has, this course will help you understand what you can do to prevent falls and also what you can do if you have experienced a fall. You can use the hashtag #FLfalls to talk about this course on social media.

Topics Covered

  • Identify fall risk factors
  • Recognise factors that could signify serious, but treatable, underlying medical problems
  • Learn more about why falls are important
  • Discover ways of assessing and reducing the risk of falling
  • Recognise when to seek help
  • Explore how to prevent falls and injury
  • Interact with others who have fallen
  • Discuss the important issues falls raise

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Reviews summary

Practical tips for preventing falls

According to learners, the "Ageing Well: Falls" course provides highly practical and useful information on understanding and preventing falls. Students particularly valued the content on identifying fall risk factors and learning when to seek professional help. Many reviewers found the course material clear, accessible, and easy to follow, making it well-suited for both older adults and caregivers. While considered an excellent introduction and starting point, some reviewers, especially those with a healthcare background, noted the content was relatively basic and lacked advanced detail, suggesting it might require supplementation for professionals but is very beneficial for the general public.
Provides valuable insights for those caring for others.
"Took this course to help my elderly parent. It gave me a lot of insight and practical things I can do to assist them effectively."
"Highly recommend this for anyone caring for an older family member or friend who may be at risk."
"Helped me understand the challenges faced by those at risk of falling and how I can support them better."
Easy to understand, even without medical background.
"The modules were bite-sized and the language used was very clear, not too technical."
"Found it easy to follow even without a medical background. Well-structured and easy to digest."
"The explanations of risk factors were simple and easy to grasp for anyone concerned about falls."
Actionable advice for reducing fall risk.
"This course gave me simple, practical steps I can take right away to make my home safer."
"I learned many useful tips on fall prevention that I didn't know before. Very helpful!"
"The section on modifying your environment was particularly valuable and easy to implement in my daily life."
May lack depth for those with prior medical knowledge.
"As a healthcare professional, I found the content quite basic. It's good for the public, but not advanced material."
"If you have a medical background, this might just be a good refresher, not new information that expands your knowledge significantly."
"Useful as a public health overview, but professionals would need more in-depth resources to build upon this foundation."

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