IL Pathways to Health Classes

A Matter of Balance

A Matter of Balance empowers older adults to manage fall risks and boost activity levels. Participants learn strategies to reduce the fear of falling while enhancing balance, flexibility, and strength, ultimately viewing falls as controllable challenges.

A Matter of Balance participant

About the class

A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program empowers older adults to manage falls and increase their activity levels. Guided by two trained coaches, participants will explore strategies to reduce the fear of falling and boost their confidence in staying active.

Join Us for an Engaging Experience!

  • In-Person Workshops: Meet once or twice a week for eight sessions, each lasting 2 hours.
  • Virtual Workshops: Participate in nine sessions, with the first session providing instruction on how to utilize the virtual platform.

Each session includes a variety of engaging activities, such as:

  • Group discussions and problem-solving exercises
  • Skill-building and assertiveness training
  • Sharing practical solutions with fellow participants

An exercise component is introduced during the third session, taking about 30 minutes to complete, helping you build strength and improve balance.

"This program provided me with detailed knowledge, resources and gave me confidence in my recovery from a recent serious fall. I continue to do the recommended exercises three times a week."
Louise

Benefits of the class

Participants gain confidence by learning to:

  • View falls and the fear of falling as controllable
  • Develop positive strategies for change
  • Transform negative thinking into positive outcomes
  • Reduce barriers to exercise
  • Create personal action plans with realistic goals for increasing activity
  • Conduct a home safety assessment to identify and implement changes that reduce fall risks at home
  • Engage in exercise to enhance strength, coordination, and balance

Who should take the class

Classes are for anyone:

  • Concerned about falls or has fallen in the past
  • Interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength
  • Who has restricted activities due to concerns related to falls

Spouses, significant others, family members and friends are welcome to join!

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