Matter of Balance

Are you ready to feel steady again?

Come join us hosted in partnership with Senior Resource Alliance at AdventHealth Well65+ Oviedo to feel steady on your feet again. A Matter of Balance is a program designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase the activity levels of older adults who have this concern.

A Matter of Balance is a structured group intervention that utilizes a variety of activities to address physical, social, and cognitive factor affecting fear of falling and to teach fall prevention strategies. The activities include group discussion, problem-solving, skill building, assertiveness training, videotapes, sharing practical solutions, and exercise training.

Most importantly, this is a supportive space for you to have a chance to connect, share, learn and grow stronger together.

Stay steady. Stay confident. Stay active. Balance and this steady community is waiting for you to sign up today!

Date(s): Tuesdays & Thursdays from 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Location: AdventHealth Well 65+ Oviedo

Please remember - Matter of Balance (MOB) is a 4 week workshop where maximum benefit is obtained by attending all 2x a week courses.  Early sessions focus on changing attitude and self-efficacy before attempting changes in actual behavior. 

OVERVIEW OF SESSIONS:

• Session 1: Overview with Goals and Expectations of the Program
• Session 2: Evaluating Thoughts About Falling
• Session 3: Video: “Exercise: It’s Never Too Late”
• Session 4: 30 minutes MOB Exercises
• Session 5: 30 minutes MOB Exercise
• Session 6: 30 minutes MOB Exercise
• Session 7: 30 minutes MOB Exercises
• Session 8: 30 minutes MOB Exercises