Fall Prevention

What help is available for someone afraid of falling?

There are workshops and home assessments that can help someone like Ms. Martin minimize the risk of a fall.

What falls prevention workshops are available?

A Matter of Balance workshops are held in community settings such as churches, senior centers, and community centers and are led by two certified facilitators. A Matter of Balance workshop groups meet once a week over an eight-week period. Attendees range from individuals who have experienced falls, are concerned about falling, or simply have a fear of falling after witnessing someone else’s fall.

The workshop helps individuals reduce their fear of falling and increases activity among older adults. Participants have the opportunity to explore their thoughts and attitude towards falls, learn exercises that can strengthen muscles and help improve balance, and discover practical ways to make changes to your living environment that may also help to prevent a fall.