TranslateA Matter of Balance
A Matter of Balance acknowledges the risk of falling for older adults but emphasizes practical coping strategies to reduce this fear. Over 8-weeks the evidence-based program promotes:
- Viewing falls and fear of falling as controllable
- Setting realistic goals for increasing activity
- Changing the environment to reduce fall risk factors
- Promoting exercise to increase strength and balance
Accepted to the Portfolio: November 2015
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Target Outcomes
Short Term Outcomes
- Understanding of falls and fear of falling as controllable
- Realistic goals for increasing activity
- Knowledge to improve environment to reduce fall risk factors
- Increased strength and balance
Long Term Outcomes
- Decreased health care expenses
- Increased number of seniors living at home as they age
Target Population
Demographics
- Older Adults (60+)
Service Area
County-wide:
- Southeast (District 1)
- Southwest (District 2)
- Central (District 3)
- Northeast (District 4)
- Northwest (District 5)
Information
Program Funders
Many thanks to the following funders for making this program possible.
- Federal Older Americans Act
