Stepping On (Fall Prevention Program Program)

About Stepping On (Fall Prevention Program Program)

The Stepping On Program empowers older adults to incorporate healthy behaviors that reduce the risk of falls. Offered once a week for seven weeks, this workshop uses adult education and self-efficacy principals.

• Helps build older adults confidence in their ability to reduce falls.
• Seven week class that meets once a week for two hours.
• Guest professionals visit the class each week to address different aspects of fall prevention. A physical therapist talks about the importance of exercise; a vision expert talks about the necessity of regular eye check-ups; a pharmacist addresses the risk of medication interactions and a home safety expert gives tips about keeping the home safe.