Conclusions
The results of this study suggest that if SUp is effective in preventing falls in LTC it may not become embedded within everyday practice, as designed, without additional funding support. This study identifies that policies that underpin funding decisions need to support physical therapy-led falls prevention exercise programs to be embedded in LTC. To be funded and resourced appropriately, the LTC facility service specifications need to be updated to recognise the health issue of falls in this population and current best practice evidence in LTC falls prevention. However, if status quo remains and funding is not attainable, the essential components of SUp need to be identified and a complexity informed approach taken to work with individual facilities to adapt SUp to suit.