Learn how to reduce your risk of falling in this 8-week workshop.

Stepping On builds confidence while engaging participants in proven fall prevention strategies. You'll learn about: 

• How to identify fall risk factors in your home and community
• How to get up safely from a fall
• Sitting, standing, strength and balance exercises
• Strategies to help you stay independent and active
• How footwear, medication and vision can affect your risk for falling

Experts — such as a trained program facilitator, peer leader, physical therapist, a pharmacist, a vision expert and a community safety expert — are part of the curriculum.

Participants will engage in sitting and standing exercises to increase strength and work on balance. You will also learn strategies to help you stay independent and active. The goal of the program is to build confidence in your ability to manage your fall risk.

Is "Stepping On" for You?

"Stepping On" is the perfect program for those:

• Age 60 and older
• Who have fallen or are fearful of falling
• Who walk without assistance or with cane; walker for outside use
• Cognitively aware
• Living independently

Free with a $20 refundable deposit to reserve your spot. Once registered, you will receive a confirmation letter in your e-mail which includes payment options. No one will be turned away due to an inability to pay the deposit.

There is a special "Booster Session" on Aug. 5, 2025 at 9 a.m.

Questions?

Contact Kimberly Lombard, program facilitator, by calling 414-805-8744 or via e-mail at [email protected].

Please call 414-777-7700, option 2 then press 4, to register.