Sluis municipality launches free fall prevention programs to keep seniors safe and active
Falls among older adults can lead to serious injuries, but many are preventable. The municipality of Sluis is offering free fall risk assessments and exercise programs to help residents improve balance, strength, and confidence, ensuring they stay independent longer.
| Key Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Programs Offered | 'In Balans' (group-based), 'Otago' (physiotherapist-supervised) |
| Coverage | Fall risk assessment covered by basic health insurance |
| Funding | 'In Balans' fully funded by the municipality |
| Target Group | Residents at risk of falling, particularly older adults |
| Location | Municipality of Sluis, Zeeland |
| More Information | www.samensluis.nl/valpreventie |
The municipality of Sluis is responsible for local public health initiatives, including preventive care for its residents. By collaborating with care and exercise providers, it aims to reduce fall-related injuries and promote independence among older adults.
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Stay Steady on Your Feet: Municipality of Sluis Focuses on Fall Prevention
A fall can have serious consequences, especially as we get older. Yet, a fall is often preventable. That’s why the municipality of Sluis, in collaboration with care and exercise providers, is investing in fall prevention. Through a fall risk assessment and specialized exercise programs, residents can work on their balance, muscle strength, and self-confidence.
Understanding Your Fall Risk
The first step is a fall risk assessment. A test determines whether someone has an increased risk of falling. If so, a more comprehensive evaluation follows, examining balance, medication use, vision, and fear of falling. The fall risk assessment is covered by the basic health insurance.
Building Strength and Balance
Based on the results, individuals can participate in an exercise program. In the municipality of Sluis, these programs are ‘In Balans’ (In Balance) and ‘Otago’. In ‘In Balans’, participants work on their strength and balance in a group setting. This program is fully funded by the municipality. The Otago program is designed for those at higher risk of falling and is supervised by a physiotherapist.
Staying Independent and Active
With this approach, the municipality of Sluis aims to help residents remain independent and active for as long as possible.
More information: www.samensluis.nl/valpreventie or.
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