Local government reorganisation and devolution: what it means for Reading

Falls checklist

If you tick one or more below, please contact us for an assessment, advice or information to reduce your risk of falling.

I have had a fall but not seen or told anyone about it – information on fear of falling

My GP hasn’t reviewed my medication in the past year – information on medication

I often need to get up in the night to go to the toilet – information on bladder and bowel health

I am probably not as active as doctors recommend (30 minutes moderate activity, 5 times a week) – information on staying active

I sometimes feel dizzy or light-headed when standing or walking – information on dizziness

I struggle with basic home maintenance – information on indoor safety

I wear bifocals or varifocals – information on vision

I haven’t had an eye test in the past year – information on vision

I sometimes feel weak when I get up from a chair or the bed – information on dizziness

A bit of clutter has built up at home over the years – information on home safety

I probably don’t drink enough fluids (1.6 litres/3 pints for women; 2 litres/3.5 pints for men) each day – information on staying hydrated

My slippers have that ‘lived-in’ look – information on feet

Taking care of my feet is quite difficult these days – information on help with foot care

I have a long-term condition such as Parkinson’s, heart disease, stroke, arthritis, COPD, diabetes, dementia

I save electricity by turning off unnecessary lights – information on indoor safety

My alcohol intake is probably more than doctors recommended limits (2- units a day for women; 3-4 a day for men) – information on memory and concentration and information on bone health

I don’t get out as much as I’d like because I worry about tripping or feeling unsteady – information on fear of falling

If I had a fall I would probably be too embarrassed to tell anyone – information on creating a falls plan

I often get my feet tangled in things that could trip me; pets or grandchildren running around make me feel unsteady – information on indoor safety

I am not always that warm at home – information on indoor safety

Last updated on 14/05/2026

Falls checklist