Stepping On
ActivityFall 2019|#9108
Oct 3, 2019 - Nov 14, 2019
65 yrs +, Mixed
Health EducationSenior
Activity location4602 Eastpark Blvd. Madison, WI 53718
Description
Stepping On is a well-researched falls prevention program. Stepping On benefits those 65 years and over who have had a fall in the past year or have a fear of falling.
Participants in this program will:
- Learn to step outside your home with confidence
- Learn with people your own age
- Become more aware of fall hazards and learn how your fall risk can be reduced
- Study the most up-to-date information on fall prevention
- Learn simple and fun balance and strength training
- Learn the role vision, medication and footwear can contribute to falls
- Help others by sharing what has worked for you
You must be able to answer yes to the following questions in order to take this class:
- Do you live in your own home or independent apartment (do not live in a nursing home)?
- Are you able to walk without the help of another person?
- Do you speak and understand English?
You must be able to answer no to the following questions in order to take this class:
- Do you require a walker, wheelchair or scooter most of the time indoors?
- Are you suffering from dementia?
The cost is reimbursable for Unity members.
Activity meeting dates
Oct 3, 2019 - Nov 14, 2019
Thu9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Instructor
Cathy Aspenson
More Information
Number of sessions7
$35.00
Cancelled
Cancelled as of Nov 14, 2019.
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