Table 5 Benefits experienced from the programme by participants, as judged by participants and facilitators
Due to following the programme.... | Participants (n = 174) | Facilitators (n = 6) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Â | Yes, I agree | Yes, this is the case for the majority of participants in this group (n = 20 groups)* | ||
| Â | N | % | N | % |
I behave more safely | 147 | 88% | 9 | 45% |
my self-confidence has increased | 134 | 80% | 10 | 50% |
I am able to change negative thoughts into helpful thoughts | 138 | 79% | 6 | 30% |
I know better how to reduce the negative consequences of falling | 133 | 79% | 11 | 55% |
I became more physically active | 132 | 79% | 12 | 60% |
I behave more assertively | 129 | 77% | 11 | 55% |
I am less concerned to fall | 124 | 74% | 5 | 26% |
my risk of falling is reduced | 111 | 66% | 7 | 35% |
my home environment became safer | 102 | 61% | 6 | 30% |
my balance increased | 103 | 59% | 5 | 25% |
my muscle strength improved | 82 | 49% | 10 | 50% |
I avoid fewer activities | 76 | 46% | 4 | 21% |