The programme caters for people over the age of 65 years who have fallen or are at risk of falling, because of poor mobility and or strength, lack confidence and have balance problems.

The programme is a joint venture between the Adult Community Physiotherapy Service and Hayward Day Unit and is managed by a team of Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Rehabilitation Technicians and Hayward Day Unit staff.

Participants need to be motivated and have a good cognitive ability to take part in the programme.

The group setting caters for 6-8 patients comfortably. Groups larger than 8 would not be safe or effective. Patients who have difficulties coping within a group setting will be offered individual falls based exercises.

This protocol details the aims of the programme, location, timings, referral criteria and procedures