A Matter Of Balance

Program Type:

Civic Engagement

Age Group:

Adult, Seniors
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Event Details

Many older adults have concerns about falling and limiting their activities.  A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels.  The program consists of eight, 2-hour classes starting on Monday, September 9, and ending on Monday, October 28 at 10:30 AM. The class focuses on simple plans to manage falls.  Admission is Free, but registration is required because class size is limited. Registration can be done with Texas Health Resources at texashealth.org/classes, 877-847-9355, or White Rock Hills Branch Library online or in person with staff.

Participants will learn to: See that falls are preventable; set goals for increasing activity; makes changes to lessen chances of falling at home; Improve movement, balance and strength.

Who should attend?  Anyone concerned about falls; anyone interested in improving balance, movement and strength; anyone who has had a fall in the past; anyone who has changed their activities because of concerns for falling. 

This program is presented by Texas Health Resources, Community Council/ Dallas Area Agency on Aging and the Dallas Public Library.