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Stepping On

Why should I be concerned about falling?

• More than one third of adults 65 or over fall each year
• Among older adults, falls are the leading cause of injury and of hospital admissions for trauma and death
• 35% of people who fall become less active as a result

This program is led by a health professional and lay leader. Local guest experts may also assist by providing information on exercise, vision, safety, and medications.

What you will learn:

The Stepping On workshop meets for two hours a week for seven weeks in which we will focus on:

• Simple and fun balance and strength training
• The role vision plays in keeping your balance
• How medication can contribute to falls
• Ways to stay safe when out and about in your community
• What to look for in safe footwear
• How to check your home for safety

How you will benefit:

• Learn to step outside your home with confidence
• Learn with people your own age
• Become more aware of fall hazards and learn how your fall risk can be reduced
• Study the most up-to-date information on falls prevention
• Help others by sharing what has worked for you

Who can benefit?

• Anyone 65 years or older
• Has had a fall in the past year
• Is fearful of falling
• Is living at home
• Not suffering from dementia

Class Location:

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Stepping On Schedule:

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How to register or for more information:

Please call or email our class leader: Krista Spiro, PT at:

(608)417-5175 or kspiro@meriter.com 

Krista will provide you with a registration form and will be happy to answer any further questions.

The cost of the class is $35.00 which will be collected at the 1^st class meeting. Checks are to be made payable to: Stepping On

Please ask about the Physicians Plus Good Health Bonus for possible reimbursement!