A Matter of Balance

Older adults commonly fear falling

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Man falling and dropping groceries on the ground.

As the No. 1 cause of injuries and death from injury, falls threaten the independence of older adults and often prove costly, as well.

A Matter of Balance helps adults 60 years old and up realize that falls — and the fear of falling — are controllable. The program provides information on ways to change your environment to limit risk factors that contribute to falling, and will help you find strength and balance exercises to reduce your chances of falling.

This award-winning program may be for you if you:

  • Are concerned about falls
  • Have fallen in the past
  • Restrict activities because you’re worried about falling
  • Are interested in improving your flexibility, balance and strength
  • Are at least 60 years old, ambulatory and able to problem solve

Join us to learn the steps you can take to prevent falls and continue enjoying your favorite activities.
 


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.

A Matter of Balance Lay Leader Model
Recognized for Innovation and Quality in Healthcare and Aging, 2006, American Society on Aging. A Matter of Balance Lay Leader Model was developed by a grant from the Administration on Aging (#90AM2780).


 

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A Matter of Balance

Participant satisfaction

97%

Feel comfortable increasing activity

99%

Plan to continue exercising

98%

Would recommend A Matter of Balance

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Resources

Making the World Safer for Senior Citizens: An Injury Prevention Guide

This guide covers the common ways in which seniors get injured and how these injuries can be prevented. There is an emphasis on falls because they are the leading cause of injuries and death from injuries among people 65 and older.

National Council on Aging

NCOA leads the National Falls Prevention Resource Center, which supports awareness and educational efforts about falls and promotes evidence-based fall prevention programs and strategies across the nation.

New study emphasizes importance of strength training for older adults — KRCG te…

A new study from the University of Missouri proves working out isn’t just for young people. In fact, strength training can have huge benefits for older adults and even reduce the risk of falls.

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