Sullivan Chamber & Economic Development. - Event Information
Event Name:
Matter of Balance Classes
Event Type(s):
Community Calendar
Description:
Have you turned down a chance to go out with family or friends because you were concerned about falling? Have you cut down on a favorite activity because you might fall? If so, A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls is a program for you.
Fear of falling can be just as dangerous as falling itself. People who develop this fear often limit their activities, which can result in severe physical weakness, making the risk of falling even greater. Many older adults also experience increased isolation and depression when they limit their interactions with family and friends. A Matter of Balance can help people improve their quality of life and remain independent. A Matter of Balance is designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels among older adults. Participants learn to set realistic goals to increase activity, change their environment to reduce fall risk factors, and learn simple exercises to increase strength and balance.
Event Date:
9/2/2020 - 9/30/2020
Event Time:
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Location:
Sullivan Senior Center - Mid-Illinois Senior Services 114 E. Jefferson St. Sullivan, IL 61951
Catholic Charities of Decatur is offering A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls at the Sullivan Senior Center located at 114 E. Jefferson St. Sullivan, IL 61951. Classes will be held on Mondays & Wednesdays beginning on Monday, September 2nd 2020 – September 30th 2020 9AM-11AM. **NO CLASS on Monday, September 7th for Labor Day. The program suggested donation is $20.00. A workbook is provided and refreshments are served.
Please call Kim Freund 217-428-3458, ext. 238 or freund_dec@cc.dio.org to register or for more information. Class size is limited.
