We are currently offering
"A Matter of Balance"
at the following locations:
Click here to register for program held at Concord Hospital Rehabilitation Services ~ Warner.
Mondays, May 14 - Jul 2
1 - 3 p.m.
Click here to register for program held at Community Building - Charlie's Barn, Loudon
Wednesdays, Jul 11 - Aug 29
10 a.m. - Noon
"A Matter of Balance"
Managing Concerns About Falls
Concord Regional VNA offers a falls prevention program to help older adults reduce their fear of falling and improve their activity levels. "A Matter of Balance" is an evidence-based, eight-week program also offered by many healthcare organizations nationwide and has proven positive results.
Benefits Older Adults Who:
- Are concerned about falls
- Have sustained a fall in the past
- Restrict activities because of concerns about falling
- Are interested in improving flexibility, balance, and strength
- Are age 60 or older, physically active, and able to problem solve
Learn to:
- View falls and fear of falling as controllable
- Set realistic goals for increasing activity
- Change your environment to reduce fall risk factors
- Promote exercise to increase strength and balance
There is no charge to attend this program. For more information, call (603) 224-4093 or (800) 924-8620, ext. 5815.
A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls Volunteer Lay Leader Model ©2006. This program is based on Fear of Falling: A Matter of Balance. Copyright ©1995 Trustees of Boston University. All rights reserved. Used and adapted by permission of Boston University.
