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Fall Prevention Series: Home Safety and Modifications
When:
September 26, 2017 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
2017-09-26T13:00:00-04:00
2017-09-26T14:00:00-04:00
Where:
Elmwood Hall Danbury Senior Center
10 Elmwood Pl
Danbury, CT 06810
USA
10 Elmwood Pl
Danbury, CT 06810
USA
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Elmwood Hall / Danbury Senior Center
203-797-4686
Falls Prevention Series on Tuesdays in September. Falls are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries for older Americans. Falls threaten seniors’ safety and independence and generate enormous economic and personal costs. September is Fall Prevention month.
September 12 at 10:30 – Benefits of Tai Chi Instructor, Susan Bradley, will explain and lead an interactive demonstration of the Dr. Fuzhong Li style of Tai Chi. Dr. Fuzhong Li, Ph.D, a leading tai chi researcher whose method is proven to improve balance. Susan is certified in the Yang style Dr. Li teaches.
September 19 at 1:00 pm – Balance Testing, Avoiding Falls, Building Strength. Physical Therapists from Greenwood Physical Therapy will be here doing balance testing and offering tips to help you stay on your feet.
September 26 at 1:00 pm – Home Safety and Modifications with Jim Gustin from Home Crew CT, a certified Aging in Place Home Specialist.