NOT Falling for You: Preventing Falls with Balance and Buddies

NOT Falling For You: Preventing Falls with Balance and Buddies is a physical activity class aimed at reducing the risk of falling for adults who are 50 years and older. The class consists of the following: One hour of guided movements to improve balance and build strength in a friendly and welcoming environment, and Fifteen minutes of discussion about a topic related to preventing falls in your home and community. It is suitable for participants who can walk independently with or without a mobility device such as a walker or cane. Comfortable indoor shoes and a bottle of water are recommended. There is a maximum of 15 participants for this class. This class is led by trained volunteers and offered in partnership with the Primary Care Alberta: Population Health Promotion Team. Please note: - Registrant contact information will be shared with Primary Care Alberta facilitators. - Registrants who miss three consecutive classes risk being unregistered for future classes.