Prairie Mountain Health is shining a light on the work done by its Regional Falls Prevention and Management Committee during Falls Prevention Month.
Made up of managers, nurses and staff from hospitals, personal care homes, home care, primary care programs, and members from therapy services, pharmacies, and Indigenous Health, the committee's goal is to promote, create, and educate on fall interventions and injury reduction strategies.
Through educational materials and fun activities, the committee has been improving communication in this area.
One example has been Neepawa Hospital, Shoal Lake Health Centre and Sandy Lake Personal Care Home all participating in a fun “Spot the Hazards” activity where a simulated room with multiple “risks” was put in place for staff to “spot.”
PMH also encourages individuals to check out their Prevent Fall Check-Up questionnaire through their website, which they say will help you learn what puts you at risk of falling.
