The Safe Steps Program: Co-Design and Development of a Tailored Falls prevention Program for Older Adults with Cognitive Impairment

This study is developing a new program called Safe Steps to help reduce falls in older adults with mild cognitive impairment. People with memory or thinking changes are at a higher risk of falls, yet many existing falls prevention programs are not tailored to their needs.

We are inviting people with mild cognitive impairment and their carers to take part in co-design workshops to help shape the program. By sharing your experiences, you can help develop a falls prevention program that is tailored to the needs and preferences of people living with cognitive impairment. 

You may be eligible to take part if you: 
• Are 65 years or older, AND 
• Experience some difficulties with memory or thinking (e.g. mild cognitive impairment), AND/OR 
• Are a carer or family member supporting someone with memory or thinking changes 

Participation involves up to three co-design workshops over a 5‑month period. Each workshop will run for approximately 2 hours and will focus on discussing ideas and providing feedback to help develop a new falls prevention program.
Workshops will be interactive and may include reviewing simple materials, sharing experiences, and taking part in small group discussions. Participation involves discussion only, no physical assessments or exercise activities.
Workshops will be held online via Zoom or in person depending on participant preference and accessibility needs.