CAD Brent – Supporting Dementia Wellbeing and Reducing Falls Risk
This week, the team at CAD Brent – the line provider of wellbeing and community support in Brent -organised a dedicated workshop for our dementia community, focusing on one of the most pressing challenges: the risk of falls.
People living with dementia face a significantly higher risk of falling due to symptoms such as impaired judgment, reduced coordination, and sensory difficulties. A single fall can take months to recover from, often leading to loss of confidence, social isolation, and worsening of symptoms. As one participant wisely put it, “prevention is better than cure.”
What the workshop covered
– Reducing environmental risks – practical steps to make homes and community spaces safer.
– Staying physically fit and well – simple routines to maintain strength and balance.
– Safe recovery techniques – guidance on how to get up safely after a fall.
Special thanks go to Steve and Renee from the Recovery College, whose expertise made the session both practical and empowering.
Why this matters
By equipping people with dementia and their carers with knowledge and confidence, CAD Brent is:
– Improving wellbeing – helping individuals remain active, independent, and socially connected.
– Preventing avoidable hospital admissions – reducing the number of emergency visits caused by falls.
– Easing pressure on the NHS – supporting community-based prevention means fewer long-term complications and less demand on overstretched health services.
– Strengthening resilience in families and carers – giving them tools to feel supported and prepared.
The bigger picture
Falls prevention is not just about safety—it’s about dignity, independence, and quality of life. CAD Brent’s work demonstrates how community-led initiatives can make a real difference, ensuring that people with dementia live well and that the NHS can focus resources where they are most needed.
