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A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls

Who should attend A Matter of Balance?

The program is designed to benefit older adults who:

  • Are concerned or fearful about falls
  • Have sustained or experienced falls or near falls in the past
  • Restrict their activities or outings because of concerns about falling
  • Are interested in improving their flexibility, balance and strength
  • Are age 60 or older, community-dwelling and able to problem solve

What do participants learn at A Matter of Balance?

The program enables participants to achieve significant goals and gain confidence by learning to:

  • View falls as controllable
  • Set goals for increasing their activity
  • Make changes to help reduce their fall risk at home and in public
  • Exercise to increase their strength and balance

To find an upcoming A Matter of Balance program class offering that is right for you check out the Events tab on this website or on our facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/upcapservices/

Check out the video below for more information on the A Matter of Balance program.

Video – You Have the Power to Prevent a Fall – A Matter of Balance