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How to reduce your risk of falling

Services that can help

 

What to do if you have a fall


Tell your GP or a health professional as soon as possible.

 

Slipper Swaps

Prevent slips and trips by picking up free slippers and get lots of advice about staying safe and well in your home.

Slipper Swap events take place each autumn.

All events 10am - 1pm

Marshalswick Library, Wed 22 Oct

Welwyn Garden City Library, Wed 5 Nov

Buntingford Library, Thurs 13 Nov

Radlett Library, Thurs 20 Nov

Hitchin Library, Fri 28 Nov

Waltham Cross Library, Tues 2 Dec

No booking needed. Come for a cuppa and a chat!
Free event but donations for refreshments welcomed

At the Slipper Swaps, you can:

  • pick up free anti-slip slippers
  • find out about local social groups and clubs you might enjoy
  • get advice from occupational therapists and our other event partners
  • browse memory boxes from our reminiscence collection
  • book a Home Fire Safety visit with the Fire Service
  • get cost of living information and advice.

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