Feel more confident with every step.
 
Balance affects everyday moments: getting out of a chair, walking across uneven ground, using the bathroom at night, or moving around the kitchen. Balance and Safety: A Guide to Moving in Confidence offers practical guidance to help older adults and their families understand balance, recognize fall risks, and make daily routines safer.
 
Written by a physical therapist, this illustrated guide explains how vision, sensation, strength, and movement work together to support balance. Inside, you’ll find:
Common situations in which falls happen and ways to plan ahead
Home safety tips you can put into practice
Guidance on when to discuss a cane or walker with your therapist
Supported leg-strengthening and balance exercises
Worksheets for tracking activity, symptoms, and falls or close calls
 
The goal is steady progress at a level that fits you. Use this guide alongside advice from your healthcare team to build safer habits and keep moving with confidence.