Fall Prevention Course Offered In New Lenox

NEW LENOX, IL — The New Lenox Safe Communities America Coalition will offer a free fall prevention class for older adults. "A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls," will start Sept. 16 and run every Monday until Nov. 4. The class will be held from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the New Lenox VFW Post 9545, 323 Old Hickory Road.

According to a release, the class can help people improve their quality of life and remain independent. The class is designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels among older adults. Participants learn to set realistic goals to increase activity, change their environment to reduce fall risk factors, and learn simple exercises to increase strength and balance.

Seating is limited for the class. For additional information or to register for the class, contact Daniel Martin, Safe Community Coordinator, (815) 462-6493 or via email at dmartin@newlenox.net.