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A Matter of Balance

Date: Thu, Oct 1, 2026

Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Venue: Stanford L. Warren Branch Library – SLW Meeting Room - Side 2, Durham

Price: Free

Category: Family

An award-winning program designed to reduce the fear of falling in older adults age 55+ and increase their activity levels as they age. Join us for an 8-week workshop if you have a fear of falling or are worried you might as you age.

Family · Durham

A Matter of Balance

Commit to the full eight weeks to get the most out of this safety program.

When
Next Thursday
Thu, Oct 1, 2026
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Ages
Check ages with the venue
Price
Free
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A Matter of Balance is an eight-week workshop series designed to help older adults manage falls, reduce fear of falling, and increase their daily activity levels. What to Know: This free program is designed for adults age 55 and older. Sessions take place on Thursday afternoons in the meeting room at the Stanford L. Warren Branch Library in Durham. Parking is available in the library lot, and participants should plan to attend the weekly sessions consistently to get the full benefit of the curriculum. This program makes a thoughtful weekend planning addition if you are helping local grandparents coordinate their weekly schedules. It offers practical tools to keep the seniors in your life safe, active, and independent.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a cost to attend this workshop?
No, this eight-week program is completely free to attend, but registration is recommended to secure a spot.
What age group is this program designed for?
The curriculum is specifically designed for older adults aged 55 and up who want to reduce their fear of falling.
Where does the group meet and where should I park?
The class meets in Side 2 of the meeting room at the Stanford L. Warren Branch Library, which has a free on-site parking lot.

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Schedule

A Matter of Balance runs Thu, Oct 1, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. It repeats every thursday.

Listed ages: age 55+

Getting There

Stanford L. Warren Branch Library – SLW Meeting Room - Side 2 is in Durham, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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What to Bring

Nothing but the kids — this one's free, with no tickets to buy.

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