Have you had a recent fall or worry about falling?
Stepping On is a 7-week fall prevention program for adults aged 65 years and over and Aboriginal adults aged 45 years and over.
Stepping On is designed to help you learn skills and knowledge to prevent falls, so you can stay active and independent. It teaches you simple ways to stay safe at home and when you're out. You'll also learn easy exercises to make your muscles and balance stronger.
Topics covered include:
- being safe at home
- being safe in your community
- getting stronger and improving balance
- getting up after a fall
- managing your medications
- taking care of your vision
- choosing safe footwear
- eating healthy for strong bones.
WHO CAN JOIN?
If you're over 65 and live in the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area, or if you're over 45 and identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, and you live at home, Stepping On could be just right for you. NOTE: This program is not suitable for those with dementia or neuromuscular conditions e.g. Parkinson disease.
The 7-week Stepping On program runs between 10:30AM to 12:30PM from Tuesday 12 March until Tuesday 23 April 2024.
Date & Time:
Mar 12, 2024 10:30AM - Apr 23, 2024 12:30PM
Tickets:
$35 [+bf] l Bookings essential
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Wagga Wagga City Library
243 Baylis Street
Wagga Wagga 2650