Defying Gravity Fall Prevention Class

Available In-person

This class is a 90 minute class taught by a fall prevention experts. More than 1 in 4 Americans age 65 and older fall each year. This class is designed to meet that need with a power packed, fun and interactive agenda. 

This class focuses on the importance of talking about falls, identifying fall risks, and provides tools that help to prevent falls. The class covers the following topics:

  • Home Hazards
  • Balance & Strength Exercises
  • Vision
  • Medication
  • Footwear
  • Navigating Your Community Environment
  • Local Resources
  • Your Action Items

 

Class Preparation Questions

This class is interactive so please come prepared to talk about things such as: Why are you interested in taking this class, have you had a recent fall and fear falling again,  Is your home a safe environment for you, How do I get up from a fall, what if I have problems with strength and balance, do my medications, vision and footwear have anything to do with my risk of falling, how do I safely navigate my community, are there resources for me that will help me prevent a fall? 

You will leave this class with informative handouts and a little bit of homework! 

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