Managing Concerns About Falls

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.

AGE WELL is offering A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls on Tuesdays, 10:15 a.m. -12:30 p.m. at Pleasant Hills, 93 Mountain Street in Bristol from June 18-August 6th. The Program is free and open to those over 60, though space is limited to twelve participants. A workbook is provided, and refreshments are served.

Please call 802-735-5467 to register or for more information. Additional sessions will be offered throughout Addison County, so call to be placed on a waiting list but cannot attend this time.

Event Info

Nov 23, 2024, 9 AM to 1 PM

Nov 25, 2024, 5 to 6:30 PM

Nov 27, 2024, 7 to 7:30 PM