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March 2020
Matter of Balance – Escanaba
Do you have concerns about falling? This 8 session group class if for people living with a fear of falling or past history of falls. If you have fallen in the past or have limited your activities because you are afraid of falling, then this class might be for you! You will learn strategies to stay active and independent. Class meets every Wednesday and Thursday from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. beginning March 4th and running until March 26th. There is no cost to attend, however space is limited so you must register. Class will meet at Bay College MTEC…
Find out more »Brain Health As You Age – Manistique
A one hour-long presentation geared to older adults focuses on aging and health. A one hour-long presentation geared to older adults focuses on aging and health, good health and the normal aging brain, threats to brain health, and healthy aging for your body and brain.
Find out more »Matter of Balance Class – Gladstone
This is an 8 session group class for people with fear of falling or past history of falls. Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A MATTER OF BALANCE is an award-winning program designed to manage falls, reduce the fear of falling and provides strategies for people to stay active and independent. Class will taught by local volunteer coaches. This class is held Tuesdays March 10th 2020 - April 28th 2020 from 9:30 am to 11:30 am. This event is open to the public. Class size is limited and interested folks must pre-register. There is…
Find out more »Matter of Balance – Sault Ste. Marie
This is an 8 session group class for people with fear of falling or past history of falls. Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A MATTER OF BALANCE is an award-winning program designed to manage falls, reduce the fear of falling and provides strategies for people to stay active and independent. Class will taught by local coaches. Classes held March 10th - April 20th 2020 from 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Tuesdays the 1st three weeks, Thursdays the last 5 weeks This event is open to the public. Class size is limited and…
Find out more »Diabetes – PATH Workshop – Aspirus Health Iron River
Diabetes Self Management Program Take the PATH to better health! Participate in a FREE Diabetes Workshop. Workshop is every Thursday for six weeks beginning March 19th and running until April 23rd. This is for people living with diabetes or a caregiver of someone with diabetes. Class meets at Aspirus Iron River Clinic - Air Clinic Conference Room from 9:30 to 12:00.There is NO cost to attend, but space is limited so you must register.
Find out more »Matter of Balance Class – Trenary
This is an 8 session group class for people with fear of falling or past history of falls. Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A MATTER OF BALANCE is an award-winning program designed to manage falls, reduce the fear of falling and provides strategies for people to stay active and independent. Class will taught by local volunteer coaches. This event is open to the public. Class size is limited and interested folks must pre-register. There is no cost to attend. Please call Carlee at 906.315.2664 for more information or to register.
Find out more »April 2020
Volunteer Matter of Balance Coaches Needed in the Central U.P.
UPCAP is looking for volunteers to coach Matter of Balance classes in their community. A Matter of Balance is an award winning program designed to teach folks to manage falls and reduce their fear of falling by providing strategies and gentle exercises to help them stay active and independent. Matter of Balance is an 8-session course led by two local volunteer coaches for either 4 or 8 weeks. UPCAP provides all the support, materials and training for volunteer coaches. Our next scheduled training will be held on April 1 & 2, 2020 in Escanaba. Volunteers must attend both days to obtain certification as…
Find out more »Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Powerful Tools for Caregivers Powerful Tools for caregivers is a 6 weeks class designed to help non-professional caregivers helping a parent, spouse, friend or someone living in the community. This class will provide you with tools to help reduce stress, take care of yourself, make tough decisions and reduce guilt. Class meets on Mondays beginning April 6th and running until May 11th from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. CST @ DICSA in Iron Mountain.Class if FREE, however you must register as space is limited.
Find out more »Matter of Balance Class – Gwinn
This is an 8 session group class for people with fear of falling or past history of falls. Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A MATTER OF BALANCE is an award-winning program designed to manage falls, reduce the fear of falling and provides strategies for people to stay active and independent. Class will taught by local coaches. This event is open to the public. Class size is limited and interested folks must pre-register. There is no cost to attend. Please call 346-9862 for more information or to register.
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