Balance 101: Empowering Wellness at Fairwinds – Redmond Senior Living

Nov 29, Alissa Sauer

At Fairwinds – Redmond, we are dedicated to providing not just a place to live but a community that fosters well-being and empowers our residents with the knowledge to lead fulfilling lives. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce our upcoming event, “BALANCE 101: A Physical Therapy Perspective,” featuring Tim Pazier, a seasoned physical therapist and owner of Sound Balance Solutions PT.

Fairwinds – Redmond: Where Living Well and Well-Being Come to Life

Fairwinds – Redmond is proud to offer PrimeFit Wellness, a signature program exclusive to Leisure Care communities. PrimeFit Wellness brings holistic health to senior living residents by meeting the social, physical, mental, emotional, and communal health of residents. Our PrimeFit instructors and fitness centers work with each resident to improve strength, mobility, and balance. This individualized approach, partnered with focused nutrition and therapies, has helped our residents attain once-out-of-reach fitness goals, run 5ks, walk grandchildren down the aisle, and make positive and significant changes in their physical health.

As part of PrimeFit Wellness, we offer educational opportunities like our upcoming physical therapy workshop.

Event Details:

Date: Tuesday, December 12th
Time: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Unlocking the Secrets of Balance as We Age

Getting older doesn’t mean falling is inevitable. Tim Pazier brings over 20 years of expertise to shed light on the importance of balance and practical steps you can take to minimize the risk of falling as you age. This informative session aims to address common concerns and questions:

• Why does leg pain contribute to instability?
• What causes dizziness and an increased risk of falling?
• How can I regain confidence in my movements and reduce the fear of falling?
• Why might using walls or furniture for support increase fall risk?
• How can I play with grandkids or keep up with friends without compromising stability?

What to Expect:

• Insights into Critical Balance Components:
  Learn how your eyes, ears, and feet play a crucial role in maintaining balance and stability.
• Home Exercises for Strengthening Balance:
  Discover simple yet effective exercises that you can incorporate into your daily routine to strengthen your balance.
• Medicare Coverage for Physical Therapy:
  Tim will guide you on how you can see a physical therapist, with the expenses covered by Medicare.
• Complementary 1:1 Consultation:
  Stick around for a complimentary one-on-one consultation with Tim to assess your current balance status.

Meet Tim Pazier, PT:

Tim Pazier is not just a physical therapist; he’s a passionate advocate for helping older adults move with less pain and more confidence. With a wealth of experience in orthopedic, neurologic, and vestibular dysfunction, Tim founded Sound Balance Solutions Physical Therapy to focus specifically on assisting older adults with balance and movement difficulties.

RSVP Today!

Don’t miss out on this invaluable opportunity to gain insights into maintaining balance, reducing fall risks, and enhancing overall well-being. RSVP for yourself and a friend by calling 425-558-4700 or emailing [email protected].

Tours of our independent living and assisted living community will be available following the presentation.