(Chelsea Update would like to thank Joyce Williams for the information in this story. Even though this is not taking place in Chelsea, I thought readers might be interested.)
The National Kidney Foundation of Michigan (NKFM) is looking for adults interested in coaching workshops for older adults at various locations in southeast Michigan.
The workshop, A Matter of Balance, emphasizes practical strategies to manage falls. Coaches work with groups to reduce the fear of falling and increase the activity levels of those who have concerns about falls.
Coach training will take place on Friday, June 21, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan, 1169 Oak Valley Dr. in Ann Arbor.
There is no cost to participants who will teach NKFM classes and, once trained, they will be paid to lead the workshops.
To register or for more information, call LaShawn Griffin at 734-222-9800 or email [email protected].
A Matter of Balance is a proven program designed to help people manage concerns about falls and increase physical activity. A Matter of Balance workshops are 2-hour classes once a week for 8 weeks. Coaches help participants to:
- view falls as controllable
- set realistic goals for increasing activity
- make changes to reduce fall risks at home
- exercise to increase strength and balance
What do you need to be a coach?
- good communication and interpersonal skills
- enthusiasm, dependability and a willingness to lead small groups of older adults
- ability to lead low to moderate level exercise
To learn more about A Matter of Balance, visit www.nkfm.org/matterofbalance.
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