Falls Prevention for Seniors

In British Columbia, one in three older adults falls each year. Some falls are preventable. Learn how to prevent falls as you age.

Are you at risk?

Falls usually occur due to a loss of balance and an inability to recover balance. Learn about what contributes to falls. The provincial government also has an online questionnaire you can use to assess your risk.

Reducing the risk

The following activities can help prevent a fall:

• increase physical activity and muscle strength
• improve your mobility and balance
• follow the Canadian guidelines for calcium and vitamin D
• have regular vision check-ups and correct vision problems
• review all medications with a doctor or pharmacist
• reduce trip and slip hazards in the home or outdoors
• improve nutritional habits
• Finding Balance BC has additional resources, videos and tips to help prevent falls