Falling can be a threat to older adults and seniors, and sometimes affect their ability to live independently. A free program hosted by East Lake Fire Rescue in Pinellas County aims to help seniors keep their balance.
Woody and Jane Webster went to the East Lake Fire Rescue Station for the free program, which is called A Matter of Balance. Jane said they do things like leg lifts to strengthen their legs. "My husband needed the course, because he has balance issues. But after I got here, I realized I needed it too," said Jane. Terri Toner, who is with the Area Agency on Aging, said the program is designed for adults ages 60 and up to prevent falls. Claudia Hernandez with East Lake Fire Rescue said preventing falls is one of their biggest goals because these incidents are the number one reason that their firefighters are called to respond.