Location

Carrington Park Leisure Centre

20 O'Connor Road, Knoxfield VIC 3180

Referral information

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1300 00 EACH (1300 00 3224)

(03) 9752 2737 – Knox U3A

Services provided

  • Falls and Balance Clinic (1:1 appointment)
  • Falls and Balance Program (during school terms) through U3A
  • Face-to-face
  • Telehealth (Falls and Balance Clinic only)

Available Staff

Falls and Balance Clinic

  • Physiotherapist
  • Occupational Therapist
  • Podiatrist
  • Dietitian
  • Allied Health Assistant
  • Diabetes Educator
  • Psychologist

Falls and Balance Program

  • Physiotherapist
  • Volunteers

Eligibility

1. Must have one (or more) of the following health problems:
  • Recent fall
  • History of falls
  • Risk of falls
  • Fear of falls
  • Feels unsteady on feet, or wanting to prevent future deterioration
2. Must live in one of the following areas:
  • City of Knox and surrounding suburbs
  • City of Maroondah and surrounding suburbs
3. Must have a referral from one of the following:
  • Hospital and community-based health professional
  • General Practitioner (GP)
  • Self-referral or referral from family members are accepted
  • My Aged Care (if aged 65 years and over)

Cost

The cost to attend the Falls and Balance Clinic is $11 (can be reduced or waived if needed).

The cost to attend the Falls and Balance Program is included in the annual fee of $60 to join U3A Knox.

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Page Last Updated: November 2023