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Background : Aging is a natural process characterized by a decrease in the function of various organs of the body. This natural process is slowly causing the older people to risk various health problems. One of the health problems experienced by the older people is body balance disorders. Body balance is influenced by complex and coordinated interactions between sensory components (visual, vestibular and proprioceptive input) and motor or musculoskeletal responses. Objective : To provide an overview of the implementation of nursing intervention and services for older adults with balance impairment in Padukahan Kalirandu, Bangunjiwo, Kasihan, Bantul, Yogyakarta. Research Method : Use quasi experiment, it aims to determine the effectiveness of giving older people balance excercise interventions. The sample in this study 46 respondents. Location this research in Posyandu Wreda Pratama Padukahan Kalirandu, Bangunjiwo, Kasihan, Bantul, Yogyakarta. Results : There is a decrease in the average results of body balance before and after the intervention. Before intervening 13.93 seconds and after intervention it decreased to 12.13 seconds. Conclusion : there is a relationship between the provision of balance training with a reduced risk of falls older people in Posyandu Wreda Pratama Padukahan Kalirandu, Bangunjiwo, Kasihan, Bantul, Yogyakarta.