Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet is hosting A MATTER OF BALANCE, 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

Classes will be held held on Thursdays from 1:30pm – 3:30pm from February 6 through March 26th at the Kankakee Area YMCA (1075 N Kennedy Dr.) in Kankakee. This program is FREE and available to individuals age 60 or older. For more information and to register, please call 815-933-1741.