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Offers a strength, balance and fitness program for adults 65 and older. Performing exercises that improve strength, balance and fitness are the single most important activity that adults can do to stay active and reduce their chance of falling.The entire curriculum of activities in the SAIL Program can help improve strength and balance, if done regularly. Classes are usually offered 2-3 times a week in a one hour class. SAIL exercises can be done standing or sitting.

Teaches fall prevention through SAIL, a strength, balance and fitness program for older adults. Classes consist of a warm up, light aerobics, strength and balance training and cool down. All exercises can be done seated or standing.

Operates a Fitness Center and provides fitness programs and classes. Fitness Center provides cardiovascular and strength-training equipment specifically for older adults. A physical fitness trainer is available to work with participants.  Classes include  -  EnhanceFitness - an exercise program that includes balance, flexibility and aerobic training -  Matter of Balance - learn about fall hazards and exercise to improve strength and balance -  Qigong - Tai Chi -  Walking group -  Various yoga classes -  Strength class. Classes change quarterly.

Offers a strength, balance and fitness program for adults 65 and older. Performing exercises that improve strength, balance and fitness are the single most important activity that adults can do to stay active and reduce their chance of falling.The entire curriculum of activities in the SAIL Program can help improve strength and balance, if done regularly. Classes are usually offered 2-3 times a week in a one hour class. SAIL exercises can be done standing or sitting.

Provides independent living planning to empower people to live independently in their community. Assists with identifying and navigating complex social service systems, housing, transportation, preparing for employment, identifying accommodations, personal assistance management, applying for social security, benefits planning, and advocacy. - Advocacy: works alongside individuals with disabilities to plan and carry out strategic approaches to influence positive change in the community. Represents and advocates for the rights and needs of individuals with disabilities in order to advance the empowerment, inclusion, and wellness of all persons with disabilities. - Emergency Preparedness: Provides emergency preparedness for disabled individuals by creating a plans in case of a disaster. Helps with fire drills, emergency planning, connection with local EMS, and building an emergency kit. - Assists individuals or veterans who are needing to find caregiver and helps with making sure their caregiver gets paid. Must be referred by the VA, if they are a veteran; if they are a civilian, then they'll get help finding a state-funded caregiver. - Has a Covid -19 Advocate that works with individuals with disabilities to help them get a schedule for vaccines, as well as a covid-19 peer support group. - Assists with Power Action Systems (PAS program), which helps individuals with disabilities be able to get modifications to their household to make it more disability accessible.

Offers a strength, balance and fitness program for adults 60 and older. Performing exercises that improve strength, balance and fitness are the single most important activity that adults can do to stay active and reduce their chance of falling. The entire curriculum of activities in the SAIL Program can help improve strength and balance, if done regularly. SAIL exercises can be done standing or sitting. Classes are usually offered 2-3 times a week in a one hour class. SAIL has been approved by the Administration for Community Living as an evidence-based program that meets the Older American Act Title 3D funding requirement.

Holds a Fall Prevention Clinic twice a week.  Services include -  Falls/gait instability consultation -  Development of a management plan for identified risk factors -  Follow-up to encourage adherence to recommendations   Additional Services -  Pharmacist to review medications for fall risk. -  Registered dietitian/nutritionist for meal planning and nutrition guidance. -  Assessments, as indicated or desired by physical therapy, eye clinic and VNS occupational therapy for home safety evaluation. -  Patient/caregiver education on ways to reduce fall risk.

Provides an environment that fosters wellness and lifelong learning for members of the community.  Services include -  Wellness program -  Enhance Fitness class -  Health self-management workshop -  Arts and crafts -  Technology class -  Health education -  Community outreach

South County Fire offers help for concerned loved ones and older adults who have experienced a fall or may be at risk for falls. Our falls prevention team can identify steps you can take and changes you can make to reduce the risk of falling.

Provides a free home assessment and will make recommendations to help older adults who are at high risk for falls. A home assessment, provided in person or virtually, on average takes 1 hour per client. Falls are a major cause of injury and injury related deaths among older adults. Two of the strongest risk factors for falls are older age and prior history of falls. About one out of ten falls among older adults result in a serious injury, such as a hip fracture or head injury that requires hospitalization. In addition to the physical and emotional pain, many people need to spend at least a year recovering in a long-term care facility before returning home. Some are unable to return to their homes. King County EMS in conjunction with local Fire Departments, have collaborated to identify and intervene with those at highest risk in the community.

Offers a variety of exercise classes, dance classes, Tai Chi and yoga. Classes are designed for people wishing to improve physical conditioning and decrease risk of injuries, especially injuries from falling. Classes also available for people with limited mobility.

Designed to get seniors involved with physical activity programs. Offers a $10 coupon towards group exercise classes at select community centers: - North Bellevue Community Center - Bitter Lake Community Center - Loyal Heights Community Center - Burien Senior Center - Mt. Si Senior Center - Sno-Valley Senior Center - Northshore Senior Center

Coordinates wellness programs for seniors including strength and balance classes for fall prevention, strength training classes, Tai Chi, dancing, walking and hiking groups, and a variety of other classes and activities. Additional activities include art, computer skills, current

Offers an evidence-based group exercise and falls prevention program to help older adults at all levels of fitness become more active, energized and empowered.

Offers American Heart Association adult, infant and child CPR. AHA HeartSaver courses are held throughout the year. Students receive a two-year AHA CPR card.   HeartSaver courses are designed for anyone with little or no medical training who needs a course completion card for job, regulatory (for example, OSHA), or other requirements. These courses can also be taken by anyone who wants to be prepared for an emergency in any setting. For many HeartSaver courses, students receive a course completion card that is valid for 2 years.   Also offers fall prevention for older adults, as well as fire prevention classes and information at Shoreline Senior Center.   The Children's Fire Safety Center hosts groups of 15 or fewer for one-hour educational and play sessions targeted at 3-5 year-olds. Programs focus on promoting fire and life safety for families. Outreach programs are offered to Scouts, playgroups, teachers, church groups or neighborhood associations. Presentation topics include: -  Fire safety at home -  Emergency preparation for families -  Fire and EMS operations -  Senior citizen safety and fall prevention,   -  Fire extinguisher basics -  First Aid

Helps patients recover from injuries and/or surgeries to the neck, back, hand, wrist, elbow, shoulder, ankle, knee and hip.   The team also has expertise in geriatrics, fall prevention, balance improvement, vestibular rehabilitation and specific overuse syndromes. Therapy focuses on improving strength, fitness, flexibility and endurance.

Offers a variety of exercise classes with an exercise therapy specialist. Classes include fall prevention, Soul Step line dancing..

Offers a strength, balance and fitness program for adults 65 and older. Performing exercises that improve strength, balance and fitness are the single most important activity that adults can do to stay active and reduce their chance of falling.The entire curriculum of activities in the SAIL Program can help improve strength and balance, if done regularly. Classes are usually offered 2-3 times a week in a one hour class. SAIL exercises can be done standing or sitting.

Improves the health and functioning of older adults through a low-cost, comprehensive system of health promotion and physical fitness programs.   Enhance Fitness Low-cost, evidenced-based group exercise program for older adults.  The program is designed to improve older adults physical conditioning level and decrease risk of falling.  Classes are held three times a week. Each hour-long class includes strength training, cardiovascular conditioning and balance and stretching exercises.  Lifetime Fitness Program is a program of Enhance Wellness Project of Sound Generations.   Balance Exercises Practice positions to build strength and balance. Helps participants increase balance and get started exercising. All abilities are welcome.  Yoga Provides several yoga class options - chair yoga, gentle yoga and laughter yoga - that help build strength and flexibility

Offers a low-cost, comprehensive system of health promotion and disease management programs to improve the health and functioning of older adults.    Enhance Wellness Connects participants with a personal health and wellness coach to improve physical, emotional and social well-being. After completing a health assessment, participants develop a personalized Health Action Plan. The participant's physician is kept informed of progress throughout the program. Located at numerous sites in King County. Coaching lasts about six months. Enhance Fitness Group exercise program designed to improve older adults' physical conditioning level and decreases risk of falling. Each class includes strength training, cardiovascular conditioning and balance and stretching exercises. Located at numerous sites in King County.

Offers an evidence-based strength, balance and fitness program for older adults to help prevent falls. Performing exercises that improve strength, balance and fitness are the single most important activity that adults can do to stay active and reduce their chances of falling. Uses the curriculum Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL).

Offers a strength, balance and fitness program for adults 65 and older. Performing exercises that improve strength, balance and fitness are the single most important activity that adults can do to stay active and reduce their chance of falling.The entire curriculum of activities in the SAIL Program can help improve strength and balance, if done regularly. Classes are usually offered 2-3 times a week in a one hour class. SAIL exercises can be done standing or sitting.

Distributes free smoke alarms and CO alarms with batteries to area residents in need if they are available to the department. The fire department will install alarms for those who are unable to do so themselves. Fall Prevention Educators may visit homes to do a safety survey. They provide education on the reasons why falls happen and give ideas on how to reduce injuries at home. They may also install risk reduction devices and provide information and training on fall prevention. Educators may provide trainings on fire extinguisher use, disaster preparedness, and general fire prevention information.

Teaches fall prevention through SAIL (Stay Active and Independent for Life) - a strength, balance and fitness program for older adults. SAIL classes consist of a warm up, light aerobics, strength and balance training and cool down. All exercises can be done seated or standing.

Operates a Fitness Center and provides fitness programs and classes. Fitness Center provides cardiovascular and strength-training equipment specifically for older adults. A physical fitness trainer is available to work with participants.  Classes include  -  EnhanceFitness - an exercise program that includes balance, flexibility and aerobic training -  Matter of Balance - learn about fall hazards and exercise to improve strength and balance -  Qigong - Tai Chi -  Walking group -  Various yoga classes -  Strength class. Classes change quarterly.