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Program:
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Geriatric and Senior Specialty Services - Falls Prevention Clinic
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Toll-Free:
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To avoid long distance charges to a Halton Healthcare hospital, just dial local hospital number and request to be transferred
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Address:
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3001 Hospital Gate, Level 1, North Block, Area A (Outpatient Rehabilitation)
Oakville, ON
L6M 0L8
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Intersection:
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Third Line and Dundas St W
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Service Description:
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Outpatient inter-professional assessment for seniors that are at risk for injurious falls or have a past history of fall-related presentation at the Emergency Department * patients eligible for the program are enrolled in a six week exercise and education program called the Strong and Steady Falls Prevention Program * aims to improve strength and balance to prevent injury and falls * sessions are led by a physiotherapist, occupational therapist, and physiotherapy assistants twice a week
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Application:
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Medical referral required
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Adults 65 years and older who have a history of or are at risk for injury-causing falls * living in the community
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Languages:
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English
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Language Notes:
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Interpretive services available upon request
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Area Served:
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Halton Region and area
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