Implementing and evaluating the Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Falls Pathway
Scheme
Who?
Leicestershire
What
Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) falls pathway.
Why?
The scheme was set up with the aim of:
- reducing the number of falls in older people
- preventing hospital admissions by providing fast treatment for people who have fallen.
When?
Falls, triage and assessment started in January 2017. ‘Steady Steps’ started in the county in September 2017 and in Leicester City in October 2018.
How?
Assessment and treatment pathways ensure improved outcomes and quality of life, enable people to retain their independence and give them parity of access to services across LLR. Residents have access to strength and
Challenges
- Fast turnover of senior staff in clinical commissioning groups (CCGs) means that LLR is constantly having to explain how the programme works and when it will happen.
Impact
The scheme has resulted in efficiency savings and improved outcomes for people using services.
- Falls related non-elective admissions have stabilised.
Case study
Mrs T is 74, has had a hip replacement, is a cancer survivor and lives with vertigo. She joined her local falls management and exercise programme in June 2016. To start with, she took part in a one-hour weekly strength and balance class for people over 65 who