A Matter of Balance- Managing Concerns About Falling

Are you concerned about falling?

Many older adults experience a fear of falling. People who develop this fear often limit their activities, which can result in physical weakness, making the risk of falling even greater. A Matter of Balance is a program designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels among older adults. It includes 8 two-hour sessions for a small group of 8-12 participants led by a trained facilitator. The FREE classes at Rochambeau will take place Wednesdays, 2-4 pm, September 20 through November 15. There will be no class on October 25.

Who should attend?

The program is designed to benefit older adults who:

• Are concerned about falls
• Have sustained falls in the past
• Restrict activities because of concerns about falling
• Are interested in improving flexibility, balance and strength
• Are age 60 or older, community-dwelling and able to problem solve

What do participants learn?

The program enables participants to achieve significant goals. They gain confidence by learning to:

• View falls as controllable
• Set goals for increasing activity
• Make changes to reduce fall risk at home
• Exercise to increase strength and balance