Safety Aid – Falls Prevention Program
Offered by A&O Support Services for Older Adults
FEATURES
Program Features:
- fall prevention program for older adults
- assesses & provides interventions for falls risk
- consists of a falls risk assessment (in-person), a 24-week exercise program and education (offered virtually), and a home assessment
- free for eligible adults
Team Involved:
- OT, Athletic Therapist, Nurse, Pharmacist, Dietitian
REFERRAL CRITERIA
- adults 65+
- live in Winnipeg
- medically able to participate in exercise
- able to participate in an exercise program for one hour
- able to participate in group exercise
- the Safety Aid Program will provide a tablet and/or internet access for those older adults that require it to participate in the virtual programming
REFERRAL PROCESS
Referrals can be made by contacting A&O Intake:
Email: intake@aosupportservices.ca
Phone: 204-956-6440
Toll Free: 1-888-333-3121