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Silicon Valley Healthy Aging Partnership
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Matter of Balance Training Program
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The Matter of Balance program is an evidence-based program being offered through SVHAP partner organizations in Santa Clara County. SVHAP supports our member agencies to get certified and train coaching staff.
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Matter of Balance training has the following requirements:
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This program uses a volunteer Lay Leader model which utilizes trained volunteers, called coaches, to conduct the class.
Matter of Balance Training Requirements
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Attend 8 hours of coach training taught by master trainer(s) to earn a Matter of Balance Coach Certification.
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Attend 2.5 hours of coach training updates annually.
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Teach at least 2 Matter of Balance classes within one year of certification.
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The Matter of Balance Volunteer Lay Leader model significantly reduces the cost of the classes. This means that the program can be offered more frequently and in a wider variety of settings. With the increased availability, we are able to reach a significantly higher number of older adults.
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Guest experts work with older adults during the exercise sessions of the course to present stretching and strength building exercises.
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Upcoming Matter of Balance New Instructor Trainings
At this time, we do not have any trainings planned for 2021. Please check back in 2022!
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