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Fall Prevention Program (Plano)

May 15 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am CDT

Free

Many older adults have concerns about falling and limiting their activities. A Matter of Balance is an award winning program designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels. The program consists of eight, 2-hour classes and focuses on simple plans to manage falls. 

Participants will learn to: 

  • see that falls are controllable
  • Set goals for increasing activity
  • Make changes to lessen chances of falling at home
  • Improve movement, balance, and strength

Who should attend? 

  • Anyone concerned about falls 
  • Anyone interested in improving balance, movement and strength
  • Anyone who has had a fall in the past
  • Anyone who has changed their activities because of concerns for falling

Admission is free, but registration is required because class size is limited.

  • RSVP: Call 877-THR-WELL (877-847-9355) or go online to TexasHealth.org/classes
  • When: Mondays, 9:30 am to 11:30 am / May 15th to July 10th. (8 weeks skipping Memorial day on May 29th.) 
  • Where: Community Classroom – G23

 

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Details

Date:
May 15
Time:
9:30 am - 11:30 am CDT
Cost:
Free
Event Category:

Venue

Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano
6300 W Parker Road
Plano, TX 75093 United States
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Organizer

Area Agency on Aging

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