Falls are common, but they are largely preventable. In Australia, around one in four people aged over 65 experience a fall each year. Falls also remain the leading cause of injury-related hospital stays for older adults. Joining a structured falls prevention program Perth seniors can access is one of the most effective ways to stay safe. Targeted strength and balance exercises make a genuine difference in reducing fall risk.
What is actually inside a falls prevention program
A structured program typically includes:
A thorough falls risk assessment covering balance, gait, strength, medication flags, and home hazards.
An individualised strength and balance exercise plan that progresses gradually over several weeks.
Practical home safety recommendations, often completed together with an occupational therapist.
Regular progress checks aligned with your personal goals, such as walking to the letterbox or taking the stairs safely.
Who should get a referral
GPs, hospital discharge planners, support coordinators, and My Aged Care assessors are best placed to spot falls risk early. Catching risk early prevents unexpected hospital stays. Good triggers for a referral include a recent fall or near-miss, noticeable unsteadiness, a recent hospital stay, or living alone with reduced mobility.
How funding works in WA
For most older clients in Perth, falls prevention physiotherapy is funded through the Support at Home program. This model replaced Home Care Packages in November 2025. Physiotherapy and exercise physiology fall under Clinical Care. This category is fully government-funded with no co-contribution required. Support coordinators can request to add these services directly to a client’s quarterly budget. NDIS participants can also access these programs as part of their capacity-building supports.
Finding falls prevention options across Perth
Concentric runs falls prevention physiotherapy across Perth’s eastern suburbs, including our dedicated team in Midland. You can explore our aged care physio Midland page for local referral pathways and clinician details.