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Program Description
Event Details
A Matter of Balance
A Matter of Balance is an evidence-based program designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels among older adults. A Matter of Balance community classes are offered in-person. The in-person Matter of Balance includes 8 two-hour sessions. The in-person sessions are led by two trained facilitators for a small group of 10-20 participants. This nationally recognized program was developed at the Roybal Center at Boston University.
Who should attend?
The program is designed to benefit older adults who:
- Are concerned about falls
- Have sustained falls in the past
- Restrict activities because of concerns about falling
- Are interested in improving flexibility, balance and strength
- Are age 60 or older, community-dwelling and able to problem solve
What do participants learn?
The program enables participants to achieve significant goals. They gain confidence by learning to:
- View falls as controllable
- Set goals for increasing activity
- Make changes to reduce fall risk at home
- Exercise to increase strength and balance
For more information, please contact:
Sandi Rineer, RN, MSN
srineer@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
717-208-9123