Falls are the leading cause of injury-related hospitalization for older adults in Washington State. Many of these falls are caused by:

• Gradual health changes due to aging
• Chronic health conditions
• Regular medication use
• Changes in muscle strength
• Changes in vision
• Changes in walking ability

Don't fool yourself. Making exercise a regular part of your life takes motivation, commitment and effort. By learning how to manage these health factors, you can learn to Stay Active and Independent for Life!

• It works . . . you'll be stronger, have better balance, feel better and this will help you stay independent, active and prevent falls
• It's safe . . . the instructors are experienced and skilled, and exercises have been tested with seniors
• It's fun . . . you'll meet other seniors & make new friends

1-hour classes are held 3 times each week at the locations listed below. Class start dates, schedules and costs vary by site.

Beacon Activity Center
415 So. 13th St.
Tacoma
(253) 591-5083

Centre at Norpoint
4818 Nassau Ave. NE
Tacoma
(253) 591-5504

Key Peninsula Community Services
17015 9th St. Ct. KPN
Lakebay
(253) 884-9924

Lakewood Senior Center
9112 Lakewood Dr. SW
Lakewood
(253) 798-4087

Life Manor Independent Living
1601 South Union Avenue
Tacoma
(253) 770-3803

Lighthouse Senior Center
5016 E. ''A'' St.
Tacoma
(253) 591-5080

Mid-County Community Center
10205 44th Avenue
Tacoma
(253) 531-8412

Orting Multipurpose Center
202 Washington Avenue South
Orting
(360) 893-5827

University Place Senior Center
2534 Grandview Drive
University Place
(253) 564-1992

The Weatherly Inn
6016 N. Highlands Pkwy.
Tacoma
(253) 752-8550

STAY ACTIVE & INDEPENDENT FOR LIFE:
An Information Guide for Adults 65+

This is a handy 25-page guide for individuals who want to make a special effort at reducing falls through exercise, personal safety and the elimination of common risk factors. The guide includes chapters on:

• Building Your Exercise Plan
• Understanding Your Health Issues and Exercise
• Managing Your Health Care Needs
• Staying on Your Feet
• Keeping Yourself Independent Through Home Safety
• In Case of Emergency: What to Do If You Fall
• My Falls-Free Plan

View or download the S.A.I.L. guide at
http://www.doh.wa.gov/hsqa/emstrauma/injury/pubs/SAILguide.pdf

For additional information or for printed copies of the S.A.I.L. guide , call (360) 236-2836.