Fall prevention and physical activity promotion for older adults: cluster trial of effectiveness and cost-effectiveness [ 2015 - 2018 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Catherine Sherrington (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Allison Tong ,  A/Pr Anne Tiedemann ,  A/Pr Dafna Merom ,  Prof Chris Rissel
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Brief description This cluster randomised controlled trial will establish the impact on physical activity and falls of an intervention program that targets both physical activity and falls using assessment, advice and health coaching. The trial will involve 60 established groups of older people, recruited from local chapters of community organisations including Probus, the Older Women’s Network, registered clubs and church groups (estimated average group size of 10; total n = 600).

Funding Amount $AUD 1,291,949.99

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant