Are you an older adult who is perhaps afraid of falling, has fallen or is at risk of falling? If so, you will want to attend “Stepping On,” a community-based seven-week program Wednesdays, January 29 to March 12. Each class will kickoff with an optional noon meal at a cost of $10 at Outlaws Bar and Grill in Watford City. Sessions will follow at 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm at Outlaws. Pre-registration is requested prior to attending. Please contact the McKenzie County Extension Office at 701-444-3451 or e-mail [email protected] or contact Kathy Skarda at First International Bank at 701-842-2381 or by Friday, January 24 to express interest in this series.
Stepping On is an evidence-based program that empowers older adults to carry out healthy behaviors that reduce the risks of falls. In a small group setting, participants will learn balance exercises and develop specific knowledge and skills to prevent falls. Classes will be facilitated by McKenzie County Extension Agent Marcia Hellandsaas and Kathy Skarda at First International Bank and Trust in Watford City. Guest speakers will include: a local physical therapist, vision specialist, police officer and pharmacist.
Subjects of classes include: improving balance and strength, home and environmental safety, community safety, vision and medication review, safe footwear and sleep.
Classes will be highly participative and will include discussion, sharing and successes to help participants manage their healthy behaviors to reduce their risks of falls. The program is evidence based and has demonstrated that it has been effective in preventing falls in community-residing older adults.
Stepping On is sponsored by the McKenzie County Extension Office, First International Bank and Trust and Outlaws Bar and Grill.
For more information, please contact the McKenzie County Extension Office at 701-444-3451.
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