Concepts behind an evidence-based falls prevention programme for older people: Stepping On
Megan Swann is a Consultant Occupational Therapist Master Trainer and Co-author of the Stepping On falls prevention programme in Australia NSW. She has over 30 years of experience. Stepping On, an evidence based programme, aims to equip participants with the knowledge, strength and confidence to prevent falls, stay active and remain independent.
The programme whilst founded in Australia by two Occupational Therapists is also now in 17 states of the US and a manual has been written for Spanish speakers in the US: www.steppingon.com.
She continues to run and train allied health workers to become Stepping On facilitators.
Learning Outcomes
- Have a brief introduction of the Stepping On programme.
- Have an understanding of fear of falling in community-based older people.
- Have an understanding of why the concepts behind Stepping On build confidence in older people and thus reduce the risk of falling.
Meet our Experts
Nicky is a dedicated Occupational Therapist with over 16 years of experience, specializing in disability, posture, and seating. She has worked in both inpatient and community settings, and most recently served as a seating therapist within the HSE.
Megan Swann is a Consultant Occupational Therapist Master trainer and Co-author of the Stepping On falls prevention programme in Australia NSW. She has over 30 years of experience.
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