About This Event
A Matter of Balance (MOB) is designed to reduce the fear of falling and improve activity levels among older adults. The program includes eight two-hour classes presented to a small group of 8-12 participants led by trained coaches. The program enables participants to reduce the fear of falling by learning to view falls as controllable, setting goals for increasing activity levels, making small changes to reduce fall risks at home, and exercise to increase strength and balance. Curriculum includes group discussions, mutual problem solving, role-playing, exercise training, assertiveness training, and a few homework assignments. Learn about the importance of exercise in preventing falls and practice exercises to improve strength, coordination, and balance. Participants also conduct a home safety evaluation and learn to get up and down safely.
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