Reducing your falls risk – how Home Instead can help
Home Instead understand the factors behind falls and can help reduce your risk
A simple trip can have a significant impact, sometimes resulting in hospital stays or a long recovery period. But while falls are common, they are not an inevitable part of ageing—many can be prevented with the right support and awareness.
Several factors can increase the risk of falls, including reduced mobility, poor balance, medication side effects, and hazards around the home such as loose rugs or poor lighting. For many older people, the fear of falling can be just as limiting as a fall itself, leading them to become less active, which in turn weakens muscles and increases risk further.
At Home Instead, we focus on practical, personalised support to help reduce these risks. Our Care Professionals can carry out informal home safety checks, identifying potential hazards and suggesting simple changes to make the environment safer. We also encourage gentle movement and routine, helping clients stay active and maintain strength and balance. Just as importantly, regular companionship means someone is there to notice changes in mobility or wellbeing early on.
We also work closely with local services to ensure clients receive the right support. Many councils offer a dedicated falls prevention service, providing assessments, advice, and access to strength and balance programmes. These services may include physiotherapy, home adaptations, and guidance on reducing risks both inside and outside the home.
If you or a loved one are concerned about falls, it’s worth contacting your local council’s falls service for an assessment. Combined with the tailored, compassionate care from Home Instead, these services can make a real difference—helping older people stay safe, confident, and independent in their own homes.