Training Program for Agency Staff, Personal Support Workers and Caregivers
Step Ahead is a training program facilitated by Public Health Nurses. The program prepares participants to safely coach and motivate older adults in the Home Support Exercise Program (HSEP) © and other fall prevention strategies. The program consists of two modules and certificates of participation are provided upon program completion.
Module 1
Fall Prevention – available in-person or online
- Examines age related changes and modifiable risk factors associated with falls.
- Enables caregivers to incorporate fall prevention strategies when working with older adults.
Online Training
- You can choose to complete Module 1 training online at your own pace. Once completed, you have the option to register for Module 2 in-person training. Register for e-learning Module 1.
Module 2
The Home Support Exercise Program (HSEP) – available in-person only
- Teaches 10 simple, progressive exercises proven to maintain strength, balance, and flexibility.
- HSEP is an evidence based exercise program developed by the Canadian Centre for Activity and Aging (CCAA).
- CCAA is a leader in current research and program development for improved physical ability and healthy aging.