The Impact of Transitioning to Virtual Fall-Prevention Programs on Falls and Social Connectedness in Community-Dwelling Older Adults

Key Points

• This research investigates the effects of virtual fall-prevention programs on falls and social connectedness in older adults.
• Implemented virtual fall-prevention programs for community-dwelling older adults.
• Collected participant-reported data on falls and feelings of social isolation.
• Analyzed the impact of the programs on falls and loneliness.
• Participants reported a reduction in the number of falls.
• No significant change was found in levels of loneliness or social isolation.