Select Evidence-Based Falls Prevention Programs PROGRAM WEBSITE/ CONTACT PROGRAM GOALS & TARGET AUDIENCE PROGRAM DESCRIPTION DELIVERED BY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS PROGRAM COSTS KEY WORDS A Matter of Balance (MOB) Reduce fall risk and fear of falling Improve falls self- management Improve falls and promote physical activity Target Audience: Adults 60+ who are ambulatory, able to problem solve, concerned about falling, interested in improving flexibility, balance and strength and have restricted their activities because of concerns about falling 8 weekly or twice weekly sessions 2 hours per session 8-12 group participants Emphasizes practical coping strategies to reduce fear of falling and teach fall prevention strategies Structured group intervention activities include group discussion, problem-solving, skill building, assertiveness training, videos, sharing practical solutions and exercise training 2 coaches (volunteer lay leaders) teach the class to participants therapist visit (1 session for 1 hour) Master Trainers: 2-day training and on-going updates Coach/Lay leader training: 8 hours and attend annual 2.5 hour training update Licensing Cost: None. Everything is included in the training fee Training Cost: Master Trainer session open to anyone (includes all materials): $1,500 per Master Trainer plus travel Group training available at an agency’s location upon request: a) 11-15 attendees: $16,000* plus $220/person for materials b) 16-20 attendees: $18,500* plus $220/person for materials * plus travel, meals and lodging for 2 Lead Trainers Post-training Materials Cost: Handbook: $20 Participant Workbook: $13 Guest Therapist Handbook: $6 DVD (Fear of Falling and Exercise: It's Never Too Late): $164.76/set A Matter of Balance DVD: $11.00 A Matter of Balance Lay Leader Model CD-ROM for Coaches: $2.00 fall prevention group setting self-management health promotion
PROGRAM WEBSITE/ CONTACT PROGRAM GOALS & TARGET AUDIENCE PROGRAM DESCRIPTION DELIVERED BY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS PROGRAM COSTS KEY Fit and Strong! ▪ Manage lower-extremity osteoarthritis through engagement in safe, balanced program of physical activity that builds lower extremity strength ▪ Target Audience: Sedentary older adults who are experiencing lower-extremity joint pain and stiffness and have received physician clearance to participate in exercise ▪ 8 weeks ▪ 3 per week ▪ 90 minutes per session ▪ Fit and Strong! Master Trainer ▪ 8 hour Master Trainer-led training ▪ Must be a certified exercise instructor or licensed physical therapist, or PT or OT aide or student ▪ Licensing Cost: (includes training) $2,000 for a system and $400 for each system site in Year One; $1,000 for stand- alone site in Year One - Sites may need to reimburse their instructors for their training time - Certified Exercise Instructor Training ($30/ hour for 8 hours) ▪ Equipment Cost: - Ankle Weights $22 each - Exercise Bands $5 each - Manuals (Instructor $30 and Participant $30 each) - CD Player $25 - Exercise Music CD $20 each - Mats $40 - Instructor liability insurance $160/ year if site does not already have in place ▪ physical activity ▪ osteoarthritis ▪ lower extremity strength ▪ chronic condition ▪ self-management ▪ health promotion Healthy Steps for Older Adults (HSOA) Website: Contact: PDA Health and Wellness at Goal(s): Prevent falls and injuries resulting from falls Increase awareness of risks for falls Introduce methods to reduce falls Target Audience: Adults ages 50 years and older Healthy Steps for Older Adults (HSOA) provides screening, assessment, and education to reduce the incidence of falls. Two 2-hour workshops are offered to interested individuals in the community at facilities such as senior community centers and health care organizations. Certified instructors Completion of three HSOA Workshop Leader online training modules (approximately 45 minutes each) Completion of a two-day HSOA Workshop Leader classroom training (approximately 6.5 hours each day) HSOA workshops are offered to older adults ages 50 and up at no charge through Pennsylvania’s 52 Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs). Other organizations and facilities outside of Pennsylvania’s AAA network can purchase a license to train HSOA Workshop Leaders and to conduct HSOA workshops. For information on HSOA program licensing costs or for additional information about the program please email Fall Prevention Fall Risk Screening Group workshop Balance Strength Exercise Community Setting Health Promotion
PROGRAM WEBSITE/ CONTACT PROGRAM & TARGET AUDIENCE PROGRAM DESCRIPTION DELIVERED BY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS PROGRAM COSTS KEY WORDS Moving For Better Balance Contact your local Moving For Better Balance is a 12- week evidence- based, instructor-led group program designed to help participants improve their strength, balance, flexibility, and mobility through the slow and therapeutic movements of Tai Chi, a graceful form of exercise and deep breathing. Target Audience: To participate in the program, participants must be: 65 or older, physically mobile, with impaired stability and/or mobility 45 years or older with a chronic condition that may impact stability and/or mobility A YMCA membership is not required Moving For Better Balance is a 12-week program which includes: 2 class sessions per week 2+ hours of at-home practice per week A qualified instructor to teach participants A small group to help support participants A safe and comfortable environment to learn and practice A convenient location in the community Moving For Better Balance trained instructors in Ys across the country. Contact your local Contact your local fall prevention exercise program balance strength relaxation group setting self-management health promotion social support stability reduced stress flexibility mental and emotional well-being
PROGRAM WEBSITE/ CONTACT PROGRAM GOALS & TARGET AUDIENCE PROGRAM DESCRIPTION DELIVERED BY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS PROGRAM COSTS KEY WORDS The Otago Exercise Program edu/aging/cgec/exerc ise-program Increase strength, balance, and endurance. Lifestyle change to incorporate strength and balance training a minimum of 2 per week. RCT demonstrated a 35% reduction in falls in high risk older adults. Target Audience Community-dwelling frail older adults. Most effective for those who are age 80 and over or 65 and older and frail. Can be implemented in the home, outpatient, assisted living facilities as well as in the community 4-5 visits with a physical therapist (PT) over 8 weeks with monthly phone calls for a year and optional follow up visits at 6, 9, and 12 months 17 exercises total – the PT evaluates the older adult and selects the most appropriate exercises from the 17 to challenge the older adult. The exercises are progressed to continue to challenge the adult as they improve strength and balance Adjustable ankle weights are used for 3 of the exercises and weight is progressively increased over the course of the program The older adult does the exercises for approximately 30 minutes three times a week. When the adult is strong enough to walk for exercise, a walking program is prescribed and progressed to up to 30 minutes three times a week The older adult can do their prescribed exercises in the home independently or with assistance, or in a group exercise settings as long as they do their prescribed exercises The initial evaluation and prescription is done by a licensed physical therapist The follow up visits can be done by a licensed physical therapy assistant The follow up phone calls can be done by the PT, a health coach, or other individual who is able to communicate progress to the PT The exercises can be done independently or supervised in a one on one or group setting Completion of the online Optional participation in a free database to patient progress and program fidelity at Note: Therapists and agencies who participate in the database are eligible to be promoted nationally for offering the OEP Training Cost: -Online training cost $25; Therapists receive up to 3.0 CEUs upon completion. -If patient demonstrates medical necessity and has a physician referral, then Medicare can potentially cover cost of physical therapy under Medicare Part B which does require a patient co-pay. Training Supplies: -Adjustable ankle weights for patients up to 20# cost varies -Exercises and patient resources can be downloaded in or . fall prevention strength balance physical activity progressive resistance physical therapy health promotion self-management
PROGRAM WEBSITE/ CONTACT PROGRAM & TARGET AUDIENCE PROGRAM DESCRIPTION DELIVERED BY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS PROGRAM COSTS KEY WORDS Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL) Or Physical activity program that reduces fall risk factors by increasing strength and improving balance ▪Target Audience: Adults 65+ An on-going class that meets 3 times per week for one hour. Each class includes warm-up, aerobics, balance activities, strengthening and stretching exercises that can be done seated or standing; and educational components. ▪Periodic Fitness Checks assess general mobility, arm strength, and leg strength. ▪SAIL Guides supplement class activities by providing written education information to prevent falls by addressing fall risk factors. Qualified SAIL Program Leader who has completed SAIL training (certified fitness instructors, exercise science professionals, or licensed health care professionals [e.g. physical /occupational/ recreational therapists/ assistants]) Complete 1-day (8 hour) SAIL Program Leader Training OR Complete 10- week online class through Pierce College with Continuing Education Units awarded upon course completion. The online course is available quarterly; see for more information. Background in fitness or exercise science. CPR certified. License Fee: None; SAIL is a public-domain program. SAIL Program Leader training: Cost for online course is $185. Refer to or for further information regarding 1-day training costs/availability. costs: equipment (up to 20 armless chairs, up to 20 pairs of adjustable 5lb cuff weights [10lb/ pair]. physical activity balance program muscle strength setting health promotion fall prevention