(Chelsea Update would like to thank Joyce Williams for the information in this story.)
Mix up your fitness regimen this fall by trying the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan’s A Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns about Falls.
This virtual workshop helps older adults prevent falls and reduce the fear of falling. The workshop also helps participants safely increase their physical activity, learn strategies to prevent falls and improve balance and flexibility.
The workshop includes step-by-step instruction, helpful for those who have not exercised before or in a long time. The eight-week virtual workshop is open to any adult 65 and older. There is no cost to participate but donations are always welcome.
A Matter of Balance virtual workshops over Zoom:
Info Session: Wednesday, September 28, 2:00 to 3:00 pm
Eight sessions – Wednesdays from 2:00 to 4:00 pm on October 12, 19, 26; November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Info Session: Monday, October 3, 2:00 to 3:00 pm
Eight sessions – Mondays from 2:00 to 4:00 pm on October 10, 17, 24, 31; November 7, 14, 21, 28
Pre-registration is required. To register or for more information, call LaShawn Griffin at 800-482-1455, Ext. 2140 or email [email protected]. To learn more about A Matter of Balance, visit www.nkfm.org/matterofbalance. If you need special assistance to participate in A Matter of Balance, please let us know at least 10 days in advance of the first class when you register.
If you have not exercised in a while, talk to your doctor first about increasing your physical activity. If you do not have a doctor because you do not have health care coverage, you can apply now for coverage, including Medicaid. Free, local enrollment help is available online at LocalHelp.Healthcare.gov or by calling 800-318-2596.
