Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A MATTER OF BALANCE is an award-winning  program facilitated by Catholic Charities and 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 are held on Wednesday mornings from 10:00am – 12:00pm on July 10 through August 28, 2019 at Wilmington Island Park District (315 N Water St in Wilmington).

Program is FREE and available to individuals age 60 or older. For more information and to register, please call Amanda at 815-523-9918.