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Fall Risk Infographic

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  1. Fall Risks:

    • Age: Older adults are at higher risk due to decreased balance, strength, and mobility.

    • Health Conditions: Chronic illnesses like arthritis, diabetes, and heart disease can increase fall risk.

    • Medications: Some medications can cause dizziness or drowsiness, leading to falls.

    • Environmental Hazards: Poor lighting, slippery floors, and clutter can contribute to falls.

  2. Social Determinants of Health:

    • Economic Stability: Financial insecurity can limit access to safe housing and healthcare, increasing fall risk.

    • Education: Lower levels of education can impact health literacy and awareness of fall prevention strategies.

    • Health Care Access: Limited access to healthcare services can prevent timely treatment and management of conditions that increase fall risk.

    • Neighborhood and Built Environment: Unsafe or poorly maintained living environments can pose fall hazards.

    • Social and Community Context: Social isolation and lack of community support can increase the risk of falls, especially among older adults.

These factors highlight the importance of a holistic approach to fall prevention, addressing both individual health and broader social determinants.

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Community Egagement and Health Promotion

Organization

Saskatchewan Health Authority

URL

https://www.saskhealthauthority.ca/our-organization/our-direction/engagement

Area(s) of Focus

Community engagement and quality improvement for health services.

Relevance to social determinants of health and health equity

Strong - the document focuses on inclusion, intersectionality and underserved and underrepresented populations.

Intended Use

For quality improvement of health service delivery for all populations served.

Principles/Values

Safety: Be aware. Commit to physical, psychological, social, cultural and environmental safety. Every day. For everyone.

Accountability: Be responsible. Own each action and decision. Be transparent and have courage to speak up.

Respect: Be kind. Honor diversity with dignity and empathy. Value each person as an individual.

Collaboration: Be better together. Include and acknowledge the contributions of employees, physicians, patients, families and partners.

Compassion: Be caring. Practice empathy. Listen actively to understand each other’s experiences.

 

Tools/Guides

Documents outlining engagement practices, engagement support request form, to request support from an engagement team, engagement planning worksheet, planning template and engagement reflection worksheet.

Strategies

To use the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA), Engagement Continuum.

Co-Lead - decision making is in the hands of the patients, communities, families, organizations, staff and physicians

Inform - to keep families, patients, communities, organizations and staff reliable information to help understand the opportunities for change.

Consult - obtain feedback from patients, families, communities, organizations and staff on options and decisions.

Involve - to work directly with patients, families, communities, organizations and staff to make sure that their concerns and needs are validated and considered.

Collaborate -  to work with patients, families, communities, organizations and staff in the decisions being made, including deciding reasonable options and solutions.

 

Barriers/Risks

Being aware of trauma informed practice, keeping ethical considerations in mind and working respectfully with all communities and remembering aspects of truth and reconciliation.

Success Factors

Not mentioned

Evaluation

Tools for reflection and feedback from patients, families, communities, organizations and staff.

Other Comments

Other relevant points not mentioned above

 

 

 

 

Saskatchewan Health Authority Engagement Framework. (2024). https://www.saskhealthauthority.ca/our-organization/our-direction/engagement.

National Collaborating Centre for Determinants of Health. (2013). A Guide to Community Engagement Frameworks for Action on the Social Determinants of Health and Health Equity. Antigonish, NS: National Collaborating Centre for Determinants of Health, St. Francis Xavier University

 

 

This is an example of a health promotion framework used by the Saskatchewan Health Authority to foster community engagement to create successful health promotion initiatives and better health outcomes. 

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Community engagement plays a crucial role in health promotion by fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration among individuals. When communities actively participate in health initiatives, they can better identify their unique needs and challenges. This collective effort not only enhances awareness of health issues but also empowers individuals to take action, ultimately leading to healthier lifestyles. By working together, communities can create sustainable change that benefits everyone involved.

Health Promotion Powerpoint

Health promotion for seniors is crucial in reducing fall risks and enhancing overall well-being. encouraging regular exercise, proper, and safety assessments at home, we can help seniors maintain their and balance. Educating them about the importance of medication management and vision checks also plays a vital role in preventing falls. Together, we can create a safer environment that supports their independence and quality of life.

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