Case studies for comissioners
Care & Repair (Leeds) offers a free Prevention of Falls Service, funded by Leeds NHS Primary Care Trust, to all people aged over 60 in the city. People can refer themselves to the scheme if they are worried about falling in their home but referrals may also be received through social services, GPs and other agencies.
surveys the person’s home for hazards
provides grab rails or stair rails and carries out safety measures such as securing loose carpets
carries out a bathing assessment and provides equipment to help prevent falls in the bathroom
gives practical advice about how to avoid falls
gives advice about other services which the client may be eligible for, and
checks that the client is receiving all the benefits that they are entitled to.
Clients who speak Urdu or Punjabi can choose to receive the service in their own language.
