Help Older Adults Become Stronger Through Bone Builders

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Description

The University of Maine Center on Aging Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) manages the free evidence-based exercise program called Bone Builders. This program is designed to prevent and reverse the effects of osteoporosis and the fractures that can occur with low bone density.  The exercise program increases participant's bone density through strength and flexibility training, balance exercises, and fall prevention education. 

RSVP is currently searching for eager volunteers to support our mission- to support older adults in becoming stronger through Bone Builders. Volunteers, otherwise known as Lay Leaders, lead year-long classes that are held twice a week, and last an hour and a half in duration. Each Lay Leader would be expected to commit 4 hours a week (2 hours each class). All lay leaders are trained by a Bone Builder Master Trainer before leading classes.

If you are interested in bringing Bone Builders to your community, we would love to speak with you!   

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Get Connected Icon Volunteers should be between the ages of 55 and 100.
Get Connected Icon Is Not Family Friendly
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