Activity Directors Rock!

Hi Karen!

Thanks for the invite!

-Miguel
 

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I would like to get the word out about a program called Benevolent Ballet-Fall Prevention for the Elderly. This is a unique exercise program that offers a solution to several of the challenging concerns of the healthcare industry. We all know that exercise is important to improve and maintain mobility. But motivating this population to exercise and do so with enough effort to achieve the desired goals is the challenge. The Benevolent Ballet teaching approach works by using empathic engagement to motivate and inspire while delivering a carefully developed exercise curriculum which integrates classical and semi classical music with movement to improve posture, range of motion and balance. This enriching arts component, moves the spirit, builds confidence and allows for self-expression and the release of pent up energy. The participants have a delightful time and so participate with the energy needed for them to achieve to their maximum potential.

One day training seminars for health care staff of nursing homes, assisted living and adult day care have been held in 11 states. These were sponsored by individual health care corporations and other organizations such as the Quality Improvement Organizations (QIOs)charged by Medicare with improving the quality of care in long term care. 5.75 CEUs from the NCCAP are awarded for each training seminar.
Sheila Lehner
lehners1@yahoo.com
http://www.benevolentballet.com