This is a comprehensive training course designed for caregivers to master essential strategies for preventing falls among elderly individuals. This course provides practical insights into identifying at-risk seniors, adjusting daily routines, and understanding the critical role of nutrition and hydration in maintaining balance. Participants will also learn effective methods to educate and empower seniors, fostering a proactive approach to fall prevention. Through interactive discussions, case studies, and hands-on activities, caregivers will gain the skills needed to create a safer environment and improve the quality of life for those in their care.
What you will learn:
- Recognize the signs and symptoms that indicate a higher risk of falls in elderly individuals.
- Learn how to assess fall risk factors and implement proactive measures to address these risks.
- Develop strategies for modifying daily routines and environments to minimize fall hazards.
- Implement practical solutions such as scheduling regular rest breaks and simplifying tasks to enhance safety.
- Explore the impact of proper nutrition and hydration on balance and overall health.
- Learn how to plan and prepare meals that support fall prevention and promote well-being.
- Gain skills in educating seniors about fall prevention techniques and the importance of safety measures.
- Empower seniors to participate in decision-making processes related to their care and safety, fostering a collaborative approach to fall prevention.
Course Fee: $50* (after NSA subsidy)
Original Course Fee: $250
*Singaporeans or Permanent Residents aged 50 and above are eligible for an 80% course fee subsidy under the National Silver Academy (NSA), and will only need to pay the stated amount via SkillsFuture Credit/PayNow. For payment via SkillsFuture Credit, please register 10 days before the course starts and email us the picture of your current SkillsFuture credit balance.
Date: 3, 10, 17 & 24 September 2026
Time: 10am – 12pm
Location: Singapore Shopping Centre, 190 Clemenceau Ave, Singapore 239924
无论您是希望提升自我安全的年长者，或是照顾者，本课程都将为您提供实用、贴近生活的防跌技巧。课程内容涵盖辨识跌倒风险、改善日常生活习惯、了解营养与水分对平衡的影响，并学习如何建立积极的防跌心态。透过互动讨论、案例学习与实操活动，参与者将掌握一系列简单可行的策略，帮助自己或身边的长者减少跌倒风险，打造更安全、更安心的生活环境。
您将学习：
- 了解常见的跌倒风险因素与警示信号
- 学习如何观察身体变化、药物反应与环境隐患
- 建立主动预防的意识，及早减少风险
- 理解营养、水分摄取与身体稳定性的关系
- 掌握简单、易执行的健康饮食与补水方法
- 学习简单易懂的防跌技巧与安全要点
- 提升沟通技巧，帮助自己或他人建立良好习惯
- 鼓励主动参与安全决策，共同打造安全生活
课程费：$50*
原价：$250
*年满50岁的新加坡公民或永久居民可享有全国乐龄学苑（NSA）提供的80%课程津贴，只需通过SkillsFuture Credit/PayNow 支付所列金额 (使用 SkillsFuture Credit 学分付款，请在开课前 10 天完成注册，并将您当前的 SkillsFuture Credit 学分余额截图发送电邮给我们）。
日期：待定