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Don't Fall For It - Falls are not a normal part of ageing

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Don From 15 - 19 September, we will be running a series of information stalls across Cwm Taf Morgannwg focused on preventing falls.

If you or a loved one has fallen, or perhaps you are worried about falling, then our Falls Prevention Service is here to help.

Falls are not a normal part of ageing.

  • In Wales between 230,000 and 460,000 people over the age of 60 fall, but over 50% of falls are preventable.
  • 50% of people experience loss of confidence after a fall but confidence can be rebuilt.
  • Feeling unsteady can contribute to trips and falls but improving strength and balance can make you feel more steady.

If you or a loved one are finding it more difficult to get up and walk around, finding things more difficult when out and about, or are fearful of falling, you may benefit from a falls MOT and exercise class.

If you are visiting our hospitals during these dates, look out for our pop-up stalls (information below).

Falls Helpline
You can also get in touch with our falls helpline for further information:

Information Events

Here’s a timetable of where you can access falls information and meet our falls experts.

Monday 15 September

  • Ysbyty Cwm Rhondda Foyer: 9am - 12pm
  • Cynon Linc, Aberdare: 1.30pm - 3.30pm

Tuesday 16 September

 Wednesday 17 September

  • Merthyr Leisure Centre: 1pm - 3pm

Thursday 18 September

  • Dewi Sant Hospital Foyer: 1.30pm - 4pm

​Friday 19 September

  • Royal Glamorgan Hospital Foyer: 9am - 12pm

Join our Bridgend Falls and Wellbeing Event
Venue: Richard Price Centre, Bettws Road, Llangeinor, Bridgend, CF32 8PF
Date: Tuesday 16 September 2025
Times: 10am - 2pm

This community-focused event, hosted by Bridgend Falls Partnership Group, is aimed at members of the public - particularly those who may be in the early stages of experiencing falls - as well as any professionals who would like to attend.

The day will feature a variety of wellbeing and preventative activities promoting falls prevention, healthy ageing and remaining active in the local community, including:

  • Taster/demo sessions
  • Blood pressure checks
  • Mobility aid checks
  • Information and advice from partner organisations such as the Fire Service and health professionals such as Nurses, Physios Occupational Therapists, Dieticians and Sensory Team.
  • Community support groups attending will include CTM Care and Repair, Bridgend Association of Voluntary Organisations, Alzheimer’s Society, Halo Leisure, Deafblind UK and Sandville Self Help Foundation.

View the full event details here.

There is no need to book, people are welcome to turn up on the day.

Useful resources to support with falls prevention

11/09/2025