Nederweert offers free fall risk checks for elderly in Budschop this April
Falls are a leading cause of injury among over-65s, sending someone to the emergency room every five minutes nationwide. Nederweert’s free fall risk assessments this April help seniors in Budschop stay safe by identifying risks and offering tailored advice.
| Key Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Group | Residents of Budschop aged 65+ |
| Dates | Monday 20 April & Friday 24 April 2026 |
| Times | 10:00–10:30 AM and 10:30–11:00 AM |
| Locations | The church (Rochusplein 1) & Woonik (Gutjesweg 6) |
| Assessment Tool | SmartFloor (sensor-based fall risk mapping) |
| Registration Deadline | 15 April 2026 |
| Contact for Registration | Email: valpreventie@nederweert.nl, Phone: 088-9878919 |
| Additional Offer | Free fall-prevention exercise programs |
The municipality of Nederweert plays a proactive role in public health by organizing preventive healthcare initiatives for its elderly residents. This program aligns with their broader commitment to reducing fall-related injuries through early risk detection and community-based support.
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Free fall risk assessment for over-65s in Budschop
The municipality of Nederweert is organising a follow-up to the Vitality Day in Budschop this spring, which last year focused on fall prevention. Fall prevention aims to reduce or prevent fall-related accidents among the elderly by identifying and addressing risk factors in a timely manner. This is much needed: nationally, every five minutes an over-65 ends up in the emergency department after a fall.
Follow-up with free fall risk assessment
As the consequences of a fall can be serious, the municipality of Nederweert has long been committed to a preventive approach to reduce fall risk. This approach is now being followed up with a free fall risk assessment using the SmartFloor: a smart floor with sensors that maps out fall risk. During the assessment, physiotherapists from the municipality will be on hand to assess individual fall risk and provide more information about the free fall-prevention exercise programmes available in the area.
When and where? Registration required.
Residents of Budschop aged 65 and over are welcome on one of the following dates:
- Monday 20 April
Times: 10.00–10.30 am and 10.30–11.00 amLocation: The church, Rochusplein 1
- Friday 24 April
Times: 10.00–10.30 am and 10.30–11.00 amLocation: Woonik, Gutjesweg 6
Why participate (again)?
An assessment of fall risk is important to keep track of changes in balance, strength and mobility. After the assessment, the physiotherapists present will provide informal advice on how to reduce any increased fall risk. Residents who attended a Vitality Day or fall risk assessment before are asked to bring their fall passport so that the new results can be compared with the previous assessment. Residents who have never had their fall risk assessed are also very welcome.
Registration required
Registration is mandatory so that sufficient time can be allocated to each participant. Residents can register by no later than 15 April 2026 with exercise coach Pien de Swart:
- E-mail: valpreventie@nederweert.nl
- Phone: 088-9878919
When registering, please indicate the desired date and location. The number of places is limited; first come, first served.
For whom?
The fall risk assessments are specifically intended for residents of Budschop aged 65 and over.The municipality of Nederweert and the healthcare professionals involved look forward to welcoming residents on one of the days and at one of the locations.