A helpline that links people to the right source of strength and balance building exercises to prevent falls. Can be community exercise classes (30 week programme) at local centres, more intensive classes for 8 weeks in a hospital setting (transport provided) or 1-1 physiotherapy at home if housebound or complex (provided by CRAFs – Community Rehabilitation And Falls Service
Getting Referred
phone or email: gstt.strengthandbalancehelpline@nhs.net
Strength and Balance Helpline , *If user is already seeing a physiotherapist then do not refer Strength and balance classes We run over 15 exercise classes in local community venues across Lambeth and Southwark to prevent falls. We may be able to offer online classes for people who find it difficult to attend in person. See website for a short video. Phone our strength and balance helpline if you're interested in coming to a class. *A telephone assessment triages the person *For urgent cases where the person is at immediate risk of hospitalisation/falls medical staff can refer to Urgent Response (make sure you email and confirm receipt with phone call)
GSTT-strength-balance-flyer.pdf