A Matter of Balance

Genesis Outpatient Rehabilitation is offering A Matter of Balance, an award-winning program designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels among older adults.

Fee

Free

A Matter of Balance | Dates Offered

April 3 - May 22

The first 8-week program begins April 3rd and meets every Wednesday, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM, until the last class on May 22nd.
Registration is closed for these dates.

September 11 - October 29

The second 8-week program begins September 11th and meets every Wednesday, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM, until the last class on October 29th.
Registration is open for these dates.

Who should attend?

Anyone concerned about falls, especially if they:

Have fallen in the past.
Have restricted activities because of falling concerns.
Are interested in improving balance, flexibility and strength.

Where to go?

Classes meet once a week at Genesis Outpatient Rehabilitation, 3297 Maple Ave., Zanesville.

When?

Every Wednesday at 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM during the 8-week program you registered for.

What to expect?

Each class is two hours and consists of educational lectures and exercises supporting the techniques discussed. Exercising begins the third week of class. Participants do not need to be current Genesis patients to attend.

As an added safety measure, each class includes two coaches to provide participants with extra support during exercises and instructions.