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Falls and fall injuries are a large and growing problem for all Australians. Fall injuries can be devastating for individuals and their loved ones and the cost to the Australian healthcare system is $2.3 billion each year. The Australian and New Zealand Falls Prevention Society have 5 recommendations for government.
1. Establish a National Falls Prevention Coordination Group, modeled on the coordinated
and nationally funded action in the United States and United Kingdom, adapted for the
Australian context and informed by previous initiatives in Australia and New Zealand
2. Develop and implement a 5-year national plan for preventing falls that is funded to
reach a critical mass of community-dwelling older people and those in residential care
3. Engage all levels of government and a broad range of sectors, including health and
aged care, housing, transport, and planning and development
4. Include falls prevention strategies for people across the lifespan and in all settings to maximise benefits
5. Greater investment in translational falls prevention research
#fallsprevention #neura #ANZFPS
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At HLS Healthcare, we have always focused on supporting our team members and their families, both inside and outside the office. That’s why we’re so thrilled to announce that Nick, our CEO, will be skydiving for Black Dog Institute on Friday, 6 May 2022. He’ll be skydiving with Skydive Australia to raise money for life-saving mental health research and education.
Black Dog Institute helps thousands of people every year, and we’re so honored to support their cause. We know first-hand how important it is to focus on mental health—after all, how can you do your best work if you’re worried about your dad’s depression? Or your kid’s anxiety?
We asked Nick a few questions about skydiving:
No. I did it once when I was 21 and much less aware of my mortality! It was so long ago; I remember it being exhilarating and had always wanted to do it again. I would be lying if I said I wasn’t scared but I do love a challenge and I am particularly passionate about this cause.
I couldn’t say one way or the other. Having battled with mental health issues for years, I guess I will be able to answer that after Friday.
Life is about experience, not a destination. Skydiving is an extreme experience. We get so caught up in the day-to-day sometimes, it is important to fill our fun pillar.
I have heard of them many times through various mediums, they do some great work in a much-needed area.
I was actually nominated by my team at HLS Healthcare.
I believe that it is in the darkness where mental health has its power. Awareness and openness are a significant step in helping people deal with mental health challenges. Having the courage to speak about it and seek help, especially for men. I want to raise awareness and get people talking about it.
Now that you know a little bit more about Nick and his thoughts on skydiving and mental health, we hope you’ll consider making a donation to support mental health. We believe everyone is capable of amazing things when they are in good mental health, and we want to make sure everyone has access to the resources they need to get there.
Nick is a prime example of an amazing person doing amazing things—and no one can match his passion for giving back. Please support Nick and help Black Dog Institute support Australians and mental health: https://www.teamblackdog.org.au/fundraisers/nickstehr
Nick is driven by a sense of purpose, he and his team know that because of the work they do they are changing the lives of many people with mobility issues. You can hear his commitment to his customers and community. At 13 years into his business ownership journey, he wants to know what will take his business to the next level. Nick knows that to invest in an external CEO could give him the space he needs to work on strategy, vision and relationships but how will he know if it will be successful? He ponders about the ‘imposter syndrome’ and self-talk and asks what I do to manage negative thoughts. We also have a robust conversation about being challenged to greatness.
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I had the pleasure of interviewing this amazing human about her journey and why impacting lives is her passion.
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