Post Fall Action

Team Huddle Tool. An immediate post fall gathering to review the fall and identify contributing factors, cause and evaluate interventions
Post Fall Investigation
Post Fall Huddle Investigation Worksheet
Draw a picture of the fall scene
Root Cause Analysis
Assess and Reassess
Modify plans of care and service plans according to investigation results and client / resident choices

SAVE THE DATES

February Institute 2010
First Quarter 2010 Kick-off Events
(Networking social, sharing successes; and highlight fall prevent equipment)

May 5, 2010 (first Wednesday)
Second Quarter 2010 Champion Conference Call (1.5 hours)
(Multiple faller case study; guest speaker Minnesota Falls Prevention Program and Keys to a Successful Fall Programs)

Falls Prevention
Summit Day of Sharing
Date to be announced

August 4, 2010 (first Wednesday)
Third Quarter 2010 Champion Conference Call (1.5 hours)
(Multiple faller case study; guest speaker Consultant Pharmacist
of Medication review)

November 3, 2010 (first Wednesday)
Fourth Quarter 2010 Champion Conference Call (1.5 hours)
(Multiple faller case study; guest speaker Physical Therapist strengthening and balance)

February, 2011 (Institute)
Falls Safety Award(s) is given to participating organizations in Aging Services of Minnesota Falls Prevention Campaign for outstanding performance in reducing falls and increasing the 65 and older population of fall risks and prevention

Aging Services of Minnesota
2550 University Avenue West, Suite 350S, St. Paul, MN 55114-1900
Phone: 651.645.4545 Toll Free: 800.462.5368 Fax: 651.645.0002