- Is your organisation based in Darwen?
- Does your organisation support older people aged 65+?
- Can your group share information regarding falls prevention to at least 10 of your members?
If so, Community CVS are offering a grant for groups like yours to access training and then share the information with your members.
Grants of £500 are available.
For more information or for a copy of the application form, please contact CVS: –
The Darwen Falls Programme is being delivered by Age UK BwD for adults who are aged 65 and over with a clinical frailty score of 5/6, and encompasses a range of support and interventions to reduce the risk of falling.
Interventions include outreach and engagement, advice on physical activity to enhance strength and balance, holistic assessment and support and access to a dedicated link worker.
