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Fall Prevention Workshop
with Vikki Webster, MaineHealth Pen Bay Hospital and Waldo Hospital Events
Falls are one of the top three causes of nonfatal injuries in adults aged 65 and older.
In this workshop, brought to you by the partnership between Rockland Public Library and MaineHealth Center for Health Improvement Community Health department at Pen Bay and Waldo Hospitals, you'll explore common concerns about falling, discover effective ways to reduce your risk, and participate in gentle Tai Chi and strength and balance exercises. You'll also leave with a personalized action plan to help reduce your risk of falling and improve your confidence.
Lifestyle Medicine - 2026 Nutrition Classes (VIRTUAL)
with MaineHealth Primary Care Falmouth, MaineHealth Medical Group
Come join us for a FREE one-hour, evidence-based discussion healthy nutrition! This is the virtual sign-up option, see Zoom link to join below. Each session is designed to build on another, but is also useful on its own if you can only make a few! We will focus on quality and quantity of foods and learn how to incorporate a whole-food plant-based eating pattern as recommended by the American College of Lifestyle Medicine.
Instructors: Amy Pearl BSN, RN, CWHC and Sadie Tirrell, BSN, RN
To Join the Zoom Meeting:
Meeting ID: 596 576 2953
Attendance Policy: It is the expectation that the patient will cancel their registration if they cannot attend. If a patient does not show to 2 classes, they will have any following sessions canceled and will have to contact the office to discuss enrolling in future classes.
A Matter of Balance- Virtual Classes
with MaineHealth Healthy Aging
Many older adults worry about falling. People who develop this concern often limit their activities, which can result in physical weakness, making the risk of falling even greater. A Matter of Balance is a program designed for adults age 60 and older to increase activity levels and reduce the fear of falling. If you are concerned about falls, have sustained falls in the past, or are interested in improving your flexibility, balance and strength, this class is for you!
Classes start monthly! Join a group of 8 to 12 people online through Zoom for 9 sessions led by 2 trained coaches. Support is available to help participants navigate Zoom with confidence.
For more information or to register, email amob@mainehealth.org or call 207-661-3762.