Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A MATTER OF BALANCE is an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. Two trained coaches guide participants through learning and activities that emphasize strategies to reduce fear of falling and increase activity levels among older adults. Participants show improved balance, flexibility and strength while viewing falls as controllable.
This class combines interactive education with guided physical activity. Participants spend most of the session engaged in instructor-led discussion and learning, followed by a 10-minute break and approximately 20–25 minutes of light to moderate exercise designed to reinforce the lesson and encourage healthy habits.
We will meet once a week for 2 hours each session. The program is 8 weeks long and is free of charge but registration is required. It is highly suggested that you attend all 8 weeks to get the most out of the program.
Instructors names: Kara Schaefer & Norma Hudson
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
-Exercises 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
