Falls prevention awareness week

Cheshire East Council is promoting a falls prevention awareness week to help reduce the number of falls by elderly residents. The aim of this week, which runs from 15 September to 19 September 2025, is to raise awareness of how the risk of falls can be reduced to help older people to continue to live well.

Stand Strong exercise programme 

Increase your confidence, remain independent and in your own home for longer with a 26-week evidence-based Otago exercise programme, Stand Strong, provided by One You Cheshire East.

Take part in strength and balance classes, receive prescribed home exercises as well as education on how to reduce risk factors for falls.

Available in a range of community venues across Cheshire East or take part online, with weekly live classes and access to on-demand videos. 

How to reduce your risk of falls

See the falls prevention page for more information on other steps you can take to reduce your risk of a fall. You can also pick up a copy of the falls prevention booklet at your local library.