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Added: August 17, 2008 This Presentation is Public 
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Session Eight: :Session Eight: Putting it all together


Review from last time :Review from last time We looked at hazards in the home We look at hazards at Bayside We evaluated hazards to see if we can make it safer We learned how to get up from fall We discussed what to do in a fall


Today’s learning goal :Today’s learning goal Recognize the benefits of a positive approach towards fall prevention


Exercises 1: Sitting :Exercises 1: Sitting Deep Breathing Good Morning Stretch Shoulder Rolls Diagonal Arm Press across Body Foot Circles Seated Knee Raises Diagonal Arm Press towards floor Diagonal Arm press towards ceiling Rowing Exercise Seated Leg Extensions Seated Knee Raises (not alternating)


Changing risky behaviors :Changing risky behaviors Review problem behaviors from Session 6 Talking with doctors/family about falls Asking for help when needed Checking in on daily basis with someone Paying attention & taking time Hanging on to support when needed Wearing proper footwear


Small Group Activity :Small Group Activity Using Personal Action Planner, evaluate a risky behavior, and revise it to become a safe behavior Behavior to be addressed Action needed Materials/physical assistance needed Possible problems Solutions


Large group activity :Large group activity Share results of small group activity Comments on other solutions Invite additional fall scenarios to evaluate


Exercises 2: Standing :Exercises 2: Standing Toe Stands (heel raises) Alternating Steps (march in place) 14. Side Stepping 15. The Box Step (Waltz) Standing Hip Extension Leg Lift to side Hip Circles Standing Foot Circles Heel Cord Stretch


Problem solving: Groups of 2 :Problem solving: Groups of 2 Each group has a problem where you lack control and face obstacle Resolve problem using same formula State problem Action needed Materials/physical assistance needed Possible problems Solutions


Notice anything interesting??? :Notice anything interesting??? Behaviors, hazards, problems all follow same line of reasoning to change and resolve: Problem, hazard, behavior, CONCERN Action needed Materials/physical assistance needed Possible problems Solutions


Other concerns… :Other concerns… Family problems Financial Weather Politics Health Food quality ….


Matter of Balance Components :Matter of Balance Components


Exercises 3: Sitting :Exercises 3: Sitting Wrist Rise and Fall Finger Spread Wrist Rotation Touch Elbows Stretch (front and back) Arm Chair Push Ear to Shoulder Look Left, look right Good morning stretch Giant Bear Hug Stretch


Congratulations! :Congratulations! Certificate of Completion: Matter of Balance August 21, 2008