Matter of Balance
Matter of Balance is a multi-session program designed to improve balance to manage falls and increase activity levels. Participants can expect to learn how to view falls as controllable; set goals to increase activity; improve balance, flexibility. and strength; and assess one's home so that it is set up to reduce falls. The program time is 2 hours per session, once a week for 8 weeks.
This program is designed for patients 60 years of age and older.
During the class, participants learn to:
- View falls as controllable
- Set goals for increasing activity
- Improve balance, flexibility & strength
- Make changes at home to reduce fall risk
This class is suitable for older adults who:
- Are concerned about falls
- Have fallen or are at risk for falls
- Want to increase activity and exercise
- Can walk independently (may use cane)
Note: This class not suited for people with dementia
This class is available to UC Davis Health members only.
| Day/Date | Location | Time Start |
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Tuesday, Aug. 8 and Sept. 26, 2023
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HME Office
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2-4 p.m.
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Tuesday, Oct. 3 and Oct. 26, 2023
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HME Office
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10-12 p.m.
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Office address: 3630 Business Drive, Ste. F., Sacramento, CA, 95820
Registration and group schedule
Phone:
Email:
Self enrollment: MyUCDavisHealth Sign In > Make an Appointment > Health and Wellness Classes.
There is no cost to attend workshops, however, registration is required. Class format is small group discussion; spaces are limited to 14 participants per workshop. For more information about available workshop dates and times contact: Health Management and Education Department 916-734-0718 or Hs-healtheducationclass@ucdavis.edu
