Explore trusted resources for residents, families and care home professionals, from falls prevention to wider support and training.

This page brings together helpful links, contacts and resources for anyone living, working, or supporting someone in a care home, whether you're looking for advice on staying safe, professional guidance, or information on care options and services.

Please find below useful links, relevant resources and contact information. All links open in a new window and may include links to websites, videos, and PDF files for downloading and printing. 

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For Residents and Families

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Helpful Links 

When to consider a care home - NHS
Care homes advice and guidance - Age UK
Choosing the right care home for you - Age UK
Home adaptations, care services and equipment - NHS

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Falls Prevention Team

South Tees Falls Team
If you require general falls prevention advice and support or don't know where to start, please contact the Falls Team at Low Grange Health Centre, Monday to Friday, excluding bank holidays, between the hours of 8.30am and 4.30pm.
Phone: 01642 944484
Email: ste-tr.fallsteam@nhs.net

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For Care Home Professionals

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Helpful Links 

Guidance and quality standards - NICE
World Falls Guidelines - NCBI
Switching to Decaf to reduce falls - Care England
React to Falls
React to Frailty

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Find Support

Please find below useful links, relevant resources and contact information. All links open in a new window and may include links to websites, videos, and PDF files for downloading and printing. 

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Local Support 

Visit our Help and Contacts section
Find local help and support
Find help to stay active in your area
Find local home safety support

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