Join the Florida Department of Health in Charlotte County (DOH-Charlotte) and Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida in A Matter of Balance, an award-winning program designed to help seniors learn practical strategies to manage falls and increase physical activity levels.

There are two-hour classes once a week for eight weeks, with physical activities starting on the third.

To receive a certificate of attendance, participants must attend at least five classes, which are all free.

Who Can Attend:

• Anyone concerned about falls
• Anyone interested in improving balance, flexibility, and strength
• Anyone who has fallen in the past
• Anyone who has limited activities because of falling concerns

Let’s Learn To:

• View falls as controllable
• Set goals for increasing activity
• Make changes to reduce fall risks
• Exercise to increase strength and balance