A Matter of Balance
Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A MATTER OF BALANCE is an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels.
Contact Us
Stacey L. Drake
County Extension Director, Health and Human Sciences Extension Educator
quick13@purdue.edu
765-884-0140
County Extension Director, Health and Human Sciences Extension Educator
quick13@purdue.edu
765-884-0140
Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A MATTER OF BALANCE is an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels.
This program emphasizes practical strategies to manage falls.
YOU WILL LEARN TO:
view falls as controllable
set goals for increasing activity
make changes to reduce fall risks at home
exercise to increase strength and balance
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
anyone concerned about falls
anyone interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength
anyone who has fallen in the past
anyone who has restricted activities because of falling concerns