A Matter of Balance

We believe that access to proper nutrition, that is balanced and culturally appropriate, is a basic human right. We strive to alleviate barriers to accessing health care services and recognize the important role health plays physically, mentally, and financially.

What we do:

Contacts:

Director of Health and Nutrition Services
Judith Mutamba
573-658-0121
jmutamba@cccnmo.org

Food Programs Coordinator
Lori Stoll
573-540-1125
lstoll@cccnmo.org 

Food Programs Support Specialist
Diane Elam
573-418-3623
delam@cccnmo.org

Warehouse Coordinator
Mark Smith-Vandergriff
573-415-7120
msmith@cccnmo.org

This program emphasizes practical strategies to manage falls. Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A MATTER OF BALANCE is an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. The FREE classes are held once a week for two hours each class.

YOU WILL LEARN TO:

  • View falls as controllable
  • Set goals for increasing activity
  • Make changes to reduce fall risks at home
  • Exercise to increase strength and balance

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:

  • Anyone concerned about falls
  • Anyone interested in improving balance, flexibility, and strength
  • Anyone who has fallen in the past
  • Anyone who has restricted activities because of falling concerns

Upcoming Classes:

There are no upcoming events.

A Matter of Balance Partners:

Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri

Agency Phone:
573-635-7719


JEFFERSON CITY
1015 Edmonds Street
Jefferson City, MO 65109

COLUMBIA
1240 E. Brown School Rd.
Columbia, MO 65202

SEDALIA
421 West 3rd Street
Sedalia, Missouri 65301


Mailing Address
Catholic Charities of Central and Nothern Missouri
P.O. Box 104626
Jefferson City, MO 65110


Diocese of Jefferson City
Chancery Offices
2207 West Main Street
Jefferson City, MO 65109
Phone: (573) 635-9127
diojeffcity.org