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Gritman Medical Center - Fit and Fall Proof™
Fit and Fall Proof (FFP) is a fall-prevention program for older adults in Idaho. The free program uses specific exercises to help participants increase their muscle strength, balance, mobility and flexibility. Local volunteer leaders are trained to teach classes in their communities. One-hour classes are held at senior centers, community centers, churches, libraries and hospitals. Gritman Medical Center has offered the free program since 2007; classes are held five days a week.
What is it?
Fit and Fall Proof (FFP) is a fall-prevention program for older adults in Idaho. The free program uses specific exercises to help participants increase their muscle strength, balance, mobility and flexibility. Local volunteer leaders are trained to teach classes in their communities. One-hour classes are held at senior centers, community centers, churches, libraries and hospitals. Gritman Medical Center has offered the free program since 2007; classes are held five days a week.
Who is it for?
Older adults in Idaho
Why do they do it?
Falls are the leading cause of accidental-injury deaths among Idahoans ages 65 and older. Preventive measures can significantly improve their ability to remain self-sufficient, healthy and independent in their own homes.
Impact
From October 2012 to September 2013, FFP helped more than 6,600 Idaho seniors stay fit, prevent falls and form lasting friendships. More than 75 class sites are available statewide. Classes at Gritman Medical Center average 12 participants.
Contact: Eric Hollenbeck
Marketing Generalist
Telephone: 208-883-6413
Email: hollee@gritman.org
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