We have been asked to let you know about a study being carried out by the University of Leicester into falling in older adults, aimed at developing strategies for preventing falls. (See the letter from Dr Hill below.) Click here if you are interested in taking part in the survey, or if you would like more information about it.

Dear Winchcombe Area U3A Group,

I am writing to request your assistance in sharing information about a research study we are conducting on concern about falling in older adults. The study aims to understand whether witnessing or hearing about other people falling (e.g., friends, family members, or others) influences individuals’ own concerns about falling.

We would be grateful if you could circulate the study information and survey link (at the end of this message) to members of your group/organisation. Participation is entirely voluntary, anonymous, and confidential. Members can access the survey online at their convenience, and there are no right or wrong answers – we are interested in participants’ experiences and perspectives.

We will be happy to answer any questions you may have about the study.

Your support would be invaluable in helping us understand concerns about falling and informing future falls prevention strategies.

https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/leicester/how-seeing-or-hearing-others-falling-affects-older-adults-worri

Kind regards,

Dr. Matt Hill
School of Psychology and Vision Sciences (SoPVS)
University of Leicester
Email: mwh20@le.ac.uk