The Department of Aging at Tioga Opportunities, Inc. will be hosting a \u201cTrain the Trainer\u201d session for the \u201cSix Steps to Better Balance\u201d program in August. This is an effective Falls Prevention class designed for those working with caregivers or older adults, such as Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, RNs, Home Health Care professionals, and staff at senior centers. Once certified, each presentation of the program to participants typically takes one and a half hours and can be offered anywhere.<\/p>\n
The training session will be held on Friday, Aug. 18 from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Countryside Community Center located at 9 Sheldon Guile Blvd. in Owego. Once the class is completed, instructors are certified for three years. <\/p>\n
The \u201cearly bird\u201d registration rate is $210 (prior to July 27); the regular rate is $249. All participants in the \u201cTrain the Trainer\u201d session will receive a copy of \u201cHow to Prevent Falls: Better Balance, Independence, and Energy in 6 Simple Steps\u201d and a \u201cStretching in Bed\u201d guide. <\/p>\n