Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. Matter of Balance is an award-winning, 8-week series designed to help manage falls and increase activity levels. This program emphasizes practical strategies to manage falls.
You will learn to:
- View falls as controllable
- Set goals for increasing activity
- Make changes to reduce fall risks at home
- Exercise to increase strength and balance
Who should attend:
- Anyone concerned about falls
- Anyone interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength
- Anyone who has fallen in the past
- Anyone who has restricted activities because of falling concerns
The class is geared toward adults age 60 and older. Participants should wear loose-fitting, comfortable clothing, stable footwear such as sneakers, and be able to walk and stand. The use of walking aids such as canes and walkers is allowed.
Each series is 8 weeks long and free of charge. Registering once registers you for all 8 weeks of the chosen series. The confirmation email you receive will contain the full schedule.
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