One in Four people aged 65 and older has a fall each year! Stepping On graduates have a 31% reduced rate of falls!

The ADRC of Rock County, in partnership with SSM Health Systems- Janesville, is pleased to offer Stepping On, our most popular health and wellness class for those ages 60+ starting July 11, 2023.

Stepping On is a seven-week workshop proven to help participants prevent falls. The classes will include strength and balance exercises, home safety check suggestions, expert guest speakers, and a medication review. The workshop is for people who have fallen and for people who fear falling.

A Stepping On workshop will be held on seven Tuesday mornings from 9:30- 11:30 a.m. at SSM health in Janesville from July 11- August 29, 2023 (no class 8/15). A suggested donation of $15 is asked to cover the cost of class materials. Space is limited to 12-14 participants.

For questions, or to register by July 7th, 2023 call the ADRC of Rock County at: (608) 757-5309 or email: Lisa.messer@co.rock.wi.us

The program was developed by Dr. Lindy Clemson of Sydney, Australia, to help older adults learn ways to prevent falls. It was brought to the United States by Dr. Jane Mahoney, Executive Director of the Wisconsin Institute for Healthy Aging, with funding from the CDC and other partners.

Editor’s note: The ADRC of Rock County has indicated to The Banner that, while Rock County residents have priority, they are happy to accommodate residents of other counties when space is available.