Falls are a major public health issue for older adults, leading to loss of independence and costing the NHS over £2.3 billion each year.
The FaME (Falls Management Exercise) programme empowers older people to maintain their independence and improve quality of life through targeted, progressive strength and balance exercises.
Research by ARC East Midlands demonstrated that FaME can be delivered effectively at scale in community settings, achieving similar results to clinical trials. The study produced the FaME implementation toolkit, aimed at commissioners and providers of strength and balance exercise programmes as part of a falls pathway.
Key impacts:
- Enhanced physical function, balance confidence, and overall quality of life
- Over 10,000 people currently benefit from FaME each week across the UK
- For every £1 invested, FaME delivers at least a £2.28 return to society
- Over 2,000 toolkit downloads, supporting national rollout and best practice
- Recognised in guidance from Public Health England, NICE, and US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
The FaME programme is a vital resource for improving the health and well-being of older adults, demonstrating significant societal and economic benefits.
