Falls Prevention & Otago Exercise Programmes in Greater Manchester

Welcome to our directory of Otago Exercise Programme (OEP) and falls prevention providers available in Greater Manchester.

The Otago Exercise Programme is an evidence-based strength and balance programme originally developed for falls prevention in older adults. In many areas, Otago-based exercises are delivered through a combination of clinically led services and community-based programmes, depending on local pathways and individual needs.

It’s important to note that formal OEP delivery is often physiotherapy-led and may require referral via healthcare services. Alongside this, many community organisations, charities, and activity providers offer strength and balance programmes based on the same principles, which may be accessible via self-referral.

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Otago and falls prevention programmes in this county

This section lists organisations and services offering Otago Exercise Programme (OEP) delivery, clinically led falls prevention services, and community-based strength and balance programmes aligned with falls prevention principles. Availability, eligibility, and access routes vary. Some services require professional referral, while others may be open to self-referral. Found a broken link?

Balance Programme (Age UK Trafford)

Area covered: Trafford (Greater Manchester)
Location: Trafford — venues/booking via Age UK Trafford
Provision: Group sessions (strength & balance)
Access: Self-referral (public contact)

Age UK Trafford balance programme to support strength and balance and reduce falls risk.

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Balance Programme (Falls Prevention Classes) – Trafford Directory

Area covered: Trafford (Greater Manchester)
Location: Trafford community venues
Provision: Group classes
Access: Referral or self-referral

Postural stability and balance classes designed to reduce falls risk.

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Falls and Bone Health Service (Stockport NHS Foundation Trust)

Area covered: Stockport (Greater Manchester)
Location: Stockport NHS Foundation Trust
Provision: Falls service (route into interventions including exercise where appropriate)
Access: Referral (see NHS page)

NHS falls and bone health service page for Stockport.

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Stay Steady (Life Leisure) — falls prevention classes

Area covered: Stockport (Greater Manchester) and surrounding areas (see provider page)
Location: Life Leisure venues (Stockport area) — see provider page
Provision: Group classes
Access: Self-referral / booking (see provider page)

Falls-prevention focused “Stay Steady” strength & balance classes.

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This directory is provided for informational purposes only. Inclusion does not imply endorsement. Users should make their own enquiries to determine suitability and availability of any programme or provider.