A Matter of Balance
How to prevent falls and overcome the fear of falling.
Monday, February 13
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Davie/Cooper City Branch
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
Davie/Cooper City Branch
| Mon, Sep 21 | 12:00PM to 8:00PM |
| Tue, Sep 22 | 12:00PM to 8:00PM |
| Wed, Sep 23 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Thu, Sep 24 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Fri, Sep 25 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sat, Sep 26 | 10:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sun, Sep 27 | Closed |

