Falls & Fracture Prevention Service

Stay active, stay healthy, live stronger for longer

WellSouth is part of the national ‘Live Stronger for Longer’ movement.

Positive ageing is about providing the best quality of life for older people, so we are working to help reduce the risk of falls and fall injuries for older people in the Southern District.

Our Falls and Fracture Prevention team work to keep you independent and on your feet. They can support you to improve your strength, balance and bone health through one of our falls and fractures prevention services.

If you are a healthcare provider, please access clinical and referral information of the service here.

How to access our services

  • Call us on 0800 477 115 and ask for our Falls and Fractures Prevention team. 

  • Email us at bwellfallsandfractureteam@wellsouth.org.nz

  • Speak to your GP, practice nurse or other health professional who can contact us on your behalf.

Our service is free and available throughout the Southern District.