Course aims to aid seniors avoid falls, enjoy more active lives
Have you turned down a chance to go out with family or friends because you were concerned about falling? Have you cut down on a favorite activity because you might fall? If so, A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns about Falls is a program for you.
Fear of falling can be just as dangerous as falling itself. People who develop this fear often limit their activities, which can result in severe physical weakness, making the risk of falling even greater. Many older adults also experience increased isolation and depression when they limit their interactions with family and friends. A Matter of Balance can help people improve their quality of life and remain independent.
A Matter of Balance is designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels among older adults. Participants learn to set realistic goals to increase activity, change their environment to reduce fall risk factors, and learn simple exercises to increase strength and balance.
The Heritage Area Agency on Aging is offering A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns about Falls on Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning October 27 through November 29 from 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. Sessions will be held at the Solon United Methodist Church, 122 N West Street. Program cost is $5.00. A workbook is provided and refreshments are served. Space is limited to 15 participants.
Please call The Heritage Agency at 319-398-5559 to register or for more information.