BEYOND FALLS: HOW DO FALL PREVENTION PROGRAMS BENEFIT THE COMMUNITY?
2024
Benefits of Fall Prevention Programs for Communities
Sample size: 12
publication
Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): VanderWerf Jess
Primary Institution: University of South Florida
Hypothesis
How do fall prevention programs benefit the community?
Conclusion
The study found that fall prevention programs significantly reduce 911 calls and improve community resource management.
Supporting Evidence
- 65.22% of CARES program participants did not make any 911 calls post-enrollment.
- There was a 25.43% reduction in total calls among those who still made calls.
- The Co-Responders Program led to a 54% decrease in calls from a sub-sample of individuals.
Takeaway
Fall prevention programs help older people stay safe and reduce the number of emergency calls, which helps the community.
Methodology
Mixed methods research analyzing community surveys and data from counties and the state.
Limitations
Further research is needed to understand long-term impacts and standardize program effectiveness.
Participant Demographics
Older adults in Marion and Pinellas Counties, Florida.
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