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Free Series Focuses on Helping to Manage Concerns About Falls

Free Zoom series begins Wednesday, August 11, 2021 and repeats every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 12 noon

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Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. This program emphasizes practical strategies to manage falls. Participants will learn to:

•View falls as controllable
•Set goals for increasing activity
•Make changes to reduce fall risks at home
•Exercise to increase strength and balance

All classes are FREE and will be held on Zoom.

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Series begins Wednesday, August 11, 2021 and repeats every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 12 noon, ending Wednesday, October 6.

For more information or to enroll, contact: Pamela Stoker, Trauma Injury Prevention Specialist (hallstp@sutterhealth.org 510-727-8485). Space is limited and commitment to the entire series is required.

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