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Explore trusted resources for residents, families and care home professionals, from falls prevention to wider support and training.
This page brings together helpful links, contacts and resources for anyone living, working, or supporting someone in a care home, whether you're looking for advice on staying safe, professional guidance, or information on care options and services.
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Find local and national services that can offer advice, support, and practical help. Whether you’re looking for someone to speak to, equipment for your home, or help finding the right activity, this section brings useful contacts together in one place.
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Moving into a care home is a big decision, and it can cost a lot of money. Before choosing a care home for you or someone you know, it's worth considering all of the options.
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Whether you're choosing a care home (also known as a residential home) for a loved one or moving into one yourself, the process can feel daunting. We've brought together information and guidance to help you make the best choice for you, including tips on how to find a good care home and advice on paying for it.
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Your care home should be a happy and comfortable place to live. Choosing the right one can be a big decision – but you don't need to make it alone. Thinking about what you want and need from a care home is a good place to start.
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There is currently a new 2-year programme starting in late 2025 to implement the Action Falls programme in care homes across Cornwall. For more information, contact:
Alex Gorree-Wery
Specialist Falls Practitioner (Physiotherapist) in the Specialist Community Falls Team
Camborne Redruth Community Hospital Falls Service
Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (cornwallft.nhs.uk)
Email: a.gorree-wery@nhs.net
Telephone: 01209 318104
Mobile: 07786982349
React To Falls resources have been developed by Professor Pip Logan, Dr Jane Horne, Dr Katie Robinson, Katherine Jones, Jane Balmbra and Kate Robertson in collaboration with clinical colleagues at Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and Crocodile House Ltd.
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All NICE products in care homes. Includes any guidance and quality standards.
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The World guidelines for falls prevention and management for older adults are a global initiative to create a set of evidence- and expert consensus-based falls prevention and management recommendations
More about the World Falls Guidelines
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Help and Contacts
Choose which sections to include in your personalised Falls Guide.
You can download it as a PDF to print, save, or share with family, friends, or others.
Please note that the advice contained on this website is not intended to replace the advice of your GP or other health professional