Introduction to Falls in Care Homes | Physical Activity, Nutrition & Hydration 

Learn how care homes can reduce falls with tailored physical activity, balanced nutrition, and proper hydration to enhance resident safety and wellbeing. 

Falls in care homes are a major concern for resident safety and wellbeing. Preventing falls requires a holistic approach that combines regular physical activity, proper nutrition, and adequate hydration. Encouraging residents to engage in strength, balance, and mobility exercises helps reduce fall risk, while a diet rich in essential nutrients and sufficient fluid intake supports muscle and bone health. By integrating these strategies, care homes can enhance resident safety, improve quality of life, and promote independence. 

Fusion Brain Boosters have been designed as quick, easy reference documents suitable for any staff member working in a care home. They can be used to both reinforce knowledge and increase awareness of conditions and risks associated with healthcare. Some information may be new, or it could be simply refreshing information previously gained. They can be printed off and put on a staff noticeboard, used as supervision documents (either in 121’s or in group settings) or used as reflective documents to encourage discussion within teams in the care setting. Please share them with your colleagues and we would love to get your feedback using the buttons below……. 

For further information please visit:  Overview | Falls: assessment and prevention in older people and in people 50 and over at higher risk | Guidance | NICE 

Keep Your Service Users Safe | Special Report | Free Download 

Did you know our care software contains useful tools to support you in managing falls risk. Find out more here: Care Planning Software for Care Homes — Improve Care Delivery & Compliance