Falls Prevention
Falls can happen at any age, but older adults and children under 5 are the most likely to suffer a serious injury as a result of a fall.
- Falls are the leading cause of injury for older adults, visit the Public Health Agency of Canada.
- Falls are the leading cause of hospital admissions from injury for children and youth up to 14 years of age, Falls in children – Parachute
What can we do to prevent falls and injury for ourselves and our loved ones?
Older Adults
- NEW! Safe & Healthy Home for Seniors – Do you have difficulty accessing all areas of your home safely? A grant funded by the Manitoba government and implemented by the March of Dimes provides up to $5,000 ($6,500 for remote areas) to eligible individuals for basic and essential accessibility solutions such as modular ramps, stair lifts, and zero threshold showers. Please visit March of Dimes for eligibility criteria and application details.
How to prevent a fall – short video explaining strength and good balance keep you on your feet. Learn more about fall prevention.
Children and Youth
- Fall proofing your home.
- Avoid Trampolines. The Canadian Pediatric Society strongly discourages the use of trampolines.
- Safe Cycling – Tips on wearing a helmet.
- Fall Proof Your Home: