A Matter of Balance – New Hampton
EVENT DETAILS
A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls, an award-winning workshop designed to increase the activity levels of older adults with concerns about falling. During 8 two-hour sessions, participants learn to:
- Promote exercise to increase strength and balance
- Set realistic goals for increasing activity
- Improve the environment to reduce fall risk factors
- View falls and fear of falling as controllable
Classes will be held at the New Hampton Public Library (20 W Spring Street, New Hampton, IA 50659) from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. each Monday and Thursday from March 24 through April 17.
Preregistration is required by contacting Carrie Becker, New Hampton Public Library Director, at 641-394-2184. A minimum of 8 participants is required. Each participant will receive a detailed training manual. The program costs for the workshop is being covered by the New Hampton Public Library.
