Regards -

Laura

The Benevolent Ballet-Fall Prevention for the Elderly program offers a solution to this and several other challenging concerns of the healthcare industry. Besides the exercise syllabus a methodology was developed to include motivational and communication skills which help reduce the apathy and negative attitudes that often keep the elderly (especially the frail elderly or those with Alzheimer’s Disease or other dementias) from participating in group programming and enable them to enjoy and benefit from this program. These skills echo the ‘Person Centered Care’ approach that is revolutionizing long-term care. The program works by using these skills to deliver a carefully developed exercise curriculum which integrates classical and semi classical music with movement. This results is an enriching arts component which allows for creativity and self expression while building confidence and self-esteem.

One facility, Heritage Park Senior Living Communities of Fort Wayne, IN recognized an 80% reduction in falls, plus improvement in mood and behaviors.

Training has been held in 11 states and the UK. Seminars can be sponsored by individual healthcare corporations, QIOs (Quality Improvement Organizations contracted to Medicare.) or other professional organizations that are concerned with quality of life issues and fall prevention.

Sincerely,

Sheila Lehner
http://www.benevolentballet.com

Please allow me to let you know about a fall prevention exercise program that works on many levels. Yes, exercise can help reduce falls. However positive results can be achieved only with the full participation of the patient.

The Benevolent Ballet-Fall Prevention for the Elderly program offers a solution to this and several other challenging concerns of the healthcare industry. Besides the exercise syllabus This program offers a methodology that addresses motivational and communication skills to help reduce the apathy and negative attitudes that often keep the elderly (especially the frail elderly or those with Alzheimer’s Disease or other dementias) from participating in group programming and enable them to enjoy and benefit from the activity. These skills echo the ‘Person Centered Care’ approach that is revolutionizing long-term care. The program works by using these skills to deliver a carefully developed exercise curriculum which integrates classical and semi classical music with movement. This results in an enriching arts component which allows for creativity and self expression while building confidence and self-esteem.

I believe that this approach to exercise works because:
1. It addresses several concerns of the elder care community including falls, mobility, pressure sores, depression, boredom, and apathy.
2. It improves posture, range of motion and general mobility.
3. It motivates and inspires residents to participate to the best of their physical and cognitive ability enabling them to reach their prescribed goals.
4. It inspires feelings of well being and joy.

One facility, Heritage Park Senior Living Communities of Fort Wayne, IN recognized an 80% reduction in falls, plus improvement in mood and behaviors.

Training has been held in 11 states and the UK. Seminars can be sponsored by individual healthcare corporations, QIOs (Quality Improvement Organizations contracted to Medicare.) or other professional organizations that are concerned with quality of life issues and fall prevention.

Sincerely,

Sheila Lehner
http://www.benevolentballet.com
Phone: 407-889-7770
Email: lehners1@yahoo.com