Stay Independent with NDIS Falls Risk Assessment
Let’s Identify Risks Before They Become Injuries:
At Connect2Care, we offer falls risk assessment to all those vulnerable, focusing particularly on people aged 65 and above. We approach every individual with a tailored assessment based on their level of independence, activity, and cognitive function, ensuring it’s relevant to their daily life.
The outcome: clear, practical recommendations that help reduce falls and support safe, more confident living.
If you are unsure whether a falls risk assessment is right for you, you can contact our team.
Who Can Benefit from Falls Risk Evaluations?
Anyone at risk of falls can gain from our tailored evaluations, especially if they are particularly vulnerable:
- People aged 65 and above
- NDIS participants needing preventive support
- Individuals with reduced mobility or balance issues
- Those with cognitive challenges or recent falls
- Active seniors seeking to maintain independence.
What Our Falls Risk Assessments Look At?
We evaluate some key areas that affect your risk of falling, and customise them to your unique situation:
- Balance and mobility
- Muscle strength and gait
- Home environment hazards
- Medical history and medications
- Vision, cognition and daily life
What Happens During an Assessment?
Our team conducts a simple, friendly, and non-invasive evaluation in about 45-60 minutes, right where you are.
- Review of your health history and medications
- Simple balance, strength, and walking tests
- Home safety check for trip hazards
- Vision and cognitive screening
- Discussion of your daily routines and concerns
What Happens After An Evaluation?
After your evaluation, we will give you personalised recommendations and the next steps to reduce your risks of falls. We’ll give:
- Detailed report with your specific risk level and advice
- Practical strategies for home modifications and exercises
- Referrals to specialists if needed (e.g., physio or OT)
- Ongoing support through NDIS funding where eligible
- Follow-up reviews to track progess
Why Choose Connect2Care for Your Falls Risk Evaluation?
At Connect2Care, we have:
- NDIS-registered allied health professionals
- Mobile services at your home or community
- Evidence-based tools for accurate diagnosis and support
- Tailored plans to suit your lifestyle and daily needs
- A proven record of reducing risks of falling
The results of our NDIS-aligned falls risk assessment are thorough, personalised, and action-ready, and they give you comprehensive fall prevention and treatment recommendations.
When Should One Undertake A Falls Risk Assessment?
One should take a falls risk assessment if there’s a concern about an individual’s ability to maintain balance or stability, which could lead to a fall.
This is particularly important for individuals who have:
- Recently experienced a fall
- Have a history of falls
- Display changes in mobility or balance
FAQs
Evaluating an individual’s chances of falling by examining factors like balance, mobility, and environment is known as fall risk management. Identifying falls risk management early is crucial for preventing falls and related injuries, which can lead to improved safety and a better quality of life. Our assessment can also lead to the development of tailored interventions to effectively reduce fall hazards.
Anyone having a history of suffering falls or facing problems pertaining to balance or mobility, or chronic health conditions, should take this evaluation. Older adults and individuals recovering from surgery or injury can also benefit from this assessment, as it helps identify fall risks early to prevent accidents and thereby contribute to their independence of movement.
Several factors are taken into account. Balance, gait, along with vision, muscle strength, medication side effects, and home environment hazards, are evaluated in assessments for fall risk. It also considers the person’s medical history and any previous falls.
This assessment is conducted through interviews, reviewing the medical history of the concerned person, and conducting physical tests like balance, strength, and gait evaluations. These physical tests can help identify specific mobility challenges that may increase the risk of falls. The exhaustive process is tailored to develop effective prevention strategies for the concerned individuals.
Early identification of falls risks enables timely interventions, which can prevent injuries and hospitalisations. It helps restore independence and confidence by reducing the fear of falling. Early detection also guides personalised strategies to improve safety and overall wellbeing.
Yes, it may be included in your NDIS plan if it is deemed reasonable and necessary. These assessments are categorised under the “Improved Daily Living” category, which encompasses supports such as therapy services and evaluations designed to enhance your child’s skills and independence. But to have these included, you will need to provide evidence from a qualified professional, such as an occupational therapist or physiotherapist, demonstrating the need for the assessment.
If you are identified as being at risk, interventions may include balance and strength exercises, home modifications, medication reviews, and the use of assistive devices such as grab rails. Therapists also provide education on safe movement and fall prevention strategies. These personalised steps can help lower the risk of falls and improve overall safety.
Tests for fall risk should be repeated regularly, especially after any fall, changes in health, or hospitalisation. For most people, an annual review is recommended to monitor and adjust prevention strategies. Regular checks can facilitate ongoing safety and timely updates to care plans.
The cost for such assessments through the NDIS depends on the provider and the level of complexity of the assessment. Take the case of Connect2Care, which provides falls risk assessments specific to NDIS participants, and you can get in touch with them directly to ask about fees. The NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits document also specifies the funding available for various supports, which may include assessments related to fall risks.
You can simply call us at 1800 950 288 or visit our website to get started. Mobile therapy, including falls risk assessments, is available from our end, specifically for your child. Connect2Care also offers resources such as the NDIS Calculator to assist with planning and travelling along your NDIS journey.
