28/08/2025
💬 What’s the biggest falls challenge you see in your setting?
Every fall has consequences which can be physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially damaging. Yet too often, they get brushed off as “inevitable.” They’re not!
For me, falls and falls prevention have always been a huge passion. It comes from both sides of my background working in sport and physical activity, and working in care.
I’ve seen first-hand how the right support can keep people strong, confident and safe… and I’ve also seen how the wrong approach leaves people at risk. Honestly, I love talking about falls because I’ve watched the system fail people time and time again in the same ways.
Here are 10 common mistakes I see in falls prevention:
1️⃣ Treating falls as ‘normal’ with age
2️⃣ Not asking about previous falls
3️⃣ Ignoring unsafe footwear
4️⃣ Overlooking hazards in the environment (poor lighting, clutter, no grab rails)
5️⃣ Forgetting strength & balance exercise programmes
6️⃣ Over-relying on mobility aids without proper training/follow-up
7️⃣ Skipping medication reviews
8️⃣ Treating the injury but not investigating the cause
9️⃣ Failing to share fall risks between staff, families, and other professionals
🔟 Ignoring the psychological impact (fear of falling again reduces confidence & mobility)
👉 Falls are preventable for many but only if we stop repeating these mistakes.
At Bee Core, my training goes beyond tick-boxing. I help staff build the skills and confidence to actually reduce risks and support people in a way that matters.
