Health Workshops

Roscommon County Commission on Aging provides different evidence-based health workshops throughout the year.

Many older adults experience concerns about falling and have to restrict their activities. A MATTER OF BALANCE is an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels by emphasizing practical strategies to manage falls.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

  • Anyone concerned about falling

  • Anyone interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength

  • Anyone who has fallen in the past

  • Anyone who has restricted activities because of falling concerns

LEARN TO:

  • View falls as controllable

  • Set goals for increasing activity

  • Make changes to reduce fall risk at home

  • Exercise to increase strength and balance