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RSVP provides quality, customized volunteer placement, connecting talented people to organizations that serve community needs. Assisting people 55+ in overcoming barriers to engaging in community service; Providing training and support to the community on how to effectively engage adults 55+; Serving as a liason between community needs and an available talent pool; Advocating for vital aging; Redefining society's view of aging.

Wednesday, September 18, 2013

6 Steps to Prevent a Fall

(Scroll below to learn about RSVP's balance and exercise program)



































Bone Builders is RSVP's signature osteoporosis prevention and reversal exercise program. This free program was created by RSVP--especially to serve people who may be:
-        financially unable to afford exercise programs.
-        intimidated by traditional gyms and exercise      
         programs.
-        too frail for traditional exercise programs.

Bone Builders uses balance exercises and weight training to protect against fractures caused by osteoporosis.  This program aims to increase both your muscle strength and your bone density.  The classes are free, two one-hour classes  a week, and along with the weight and balance training there is education on health topics such as nutrition. Another benefit of the class is that people tend to develop friendships and even see each other outside of class.

Bone Builders classes are already happening in St. Paul. We hope to bring the program to Washington and Dakota counties as well.

Help bring Bone Builders to your neighborhood:

Become a volunteer class leader!

Free training provided.

Volunteers needed--Volunteers are needed to train as class leaders in Woodbury, Stillwater, and Forest Lake. Volunteers 55 and over receive special benefits. 
For more info: Call 952-945-4162 or Email 


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