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Health & Fitness

Step into the No Fall Zone

Tips to reduce risk of falling, increase self-confidence, and maintain independence.

Step into the No Fall Zone be presented at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 1234 North Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights on Friday, April 10, 10-11 a.m. This program will be lead by Myra Creath and Marcie Crasswaller from Alexia Brothers Home Health. Come discuss precautions, exercises and behavior changes that will reduce your risk of falling, increase your self-confidence, keep you active and maintain your independence. Marcie will provide specific tips for those individuals who are using specific types of walking aids such as canes or walkers to help them feel more confident in various environments. Don’t miss this fun and interactive program that will teach you how small changes can support a healthy lifestyle. This free program requires a minimum of fifteen people to be held. To sign up, contact Andrea Naughton at 847-255-8700 x 233.

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