A Matter of Balance
How to prevent falls and overcome the fear of falling.
Tuesday, May 12
10:30am - 12:30pm
Northwest Regional Library
Multipurpose RoomAn 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
A Service of the Broward County Board of County Commissioners
Northwest Regional Library
| Mon, May 04 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Tue, May 05 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Wed, May 06 | 10:00AM to 8:00PM |
| Thu, May 07 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Fri, May 08 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sat, May 09 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sun, May 10 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |

