Safe and Confident Movement for O&M Travel
Adults 55 and over are invited to participate in a 6 session course geared towards improving safety in movement for indoor and outdoor activities. Exercises performed during class will help students feel more ‘sure footed’ when navigating stairs, walking over uneven sidewalks, and moving around obstacles while using a white cane or dog guide. Exercises designed to ease the transition between sit-to-stand movements will also be incorporated.
In addition to completing simple and dual task activities, participants will learn how to conduct an at home safety assessment, evaluate elements that improve footwear stability, and develop a personalized balance program. After the 6 session course, participants can expect to feel more self-assured in personal movement patterns and less anxious about falling.
The classes will be taught via Zoom or phone at the following dates and times –
• Week 1: Tuesday, January 5th and Thursday, January 7th from 3:30-4:45pm
• Week 2: Tuesday, January 12th and Thursday, January 14th from 3:30-4:45pm
• Week 3: Tuesday, January 19th and Thursday, January 21st from 3:30-4:45pm
There are no costs associated with this course for adults 55 and over living in the following counties – Alameda, Contra Costa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Marin, Humboldt, Del Norte, and Trinity. For those adults living outside the noted counties, the course is 150.00, plus materials.
To registration is currently closed for this class due to it being full with a waitlist.
To learn about future offerings of this workshop, please email Marie Trudelle at mtrudelle@lighthouse-sf.or