No Falls November campaign

The objectives of the No Falls November 2024 campaign are to increase:

• Older adults (admitted to hospital or residing in RACHs) knowledge, attitude, skills and self-efficacy about risk factors for falls and how to prevent falls.
• Clinical staff awareness of falls prevention amongst older adults in hospitals and RACHs.
• Clinical staff ownership and accountability for consumer falls prevention in hospitals and RACHs.
• Clinical staff self-efficacy about raising awareness of falls prevention and engaging consumers in falls prevention activities.

Key messages – consumers

• There are many risks factors for falls, like loss of strength, low blood pressure, incontinence and memory loss.
• The good news is that there are things we can do to prevent falls.
• No Falls November reminds us of the importance to prevent falls and what we can do to prevent them.
• For more information, talk to your health professional and access the resources provided.

Key messages – clinical staff

• There are several risk factors for falls, including loss of strength, postural (orthostatic) hypotension, incontinence and cognitive impairment.
• Staff play an important role in promoting and encouraging consumer falls prevention.
• Discussions between staff and consumers about falls prevention is key for staff to build confidence and consumers to gain knowledge.
• No Falls November reminds us of the importance of preventing falls amongst older adults and empowering them to prevent falls.
• The No Falls November webpage has resources for both consumers and staff, including activities and education materials.
• For more information, talk to your falls specialist team or access the resources provided.

• The primary target audience of the No Falls November campaign is clinical staff working in WA hospitals and residential aged care homes who care for older consumers.
• The secondary audience of the No Falls November campaign is older people admitted to WA hospitals and residential aged care homes, as well as their carers and family.

• November 2024