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An award-winning program for ages 60 and older, that emphasizes practical strategies designed to manage falls and increase activity levels.
Many older adults experience concerns about falling and, as a result, restrict their activities. This program was adapted from Boston University Royal Center by Maine's Partnership for Healthy Aging. A Matter of Balance uses practical coping strategies to reduce the fear of falling and to diminish the risk of falling, including group discussions, mutual problem solving, exercises to improve strength, coordination
PARTICIPANTS 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 (60+) Concerned About Falls
· Anyone (60+) Interested in Improving Balance, Flexibility, and Strength
· Anyone (60+) Who Has Fallen in the Past
· Anyone (60+) Who Has Restricted Activities because of Falling Concerns
| Mon, Sep 01 | Closed |
| (Labor Day) | |
| Tue, Sep 02 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Wed, Sep 03 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Thu, Sep 04 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Fri, Sep 05 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sat, Sep 06 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sun, Sep 07 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
