Senior health

A Matter of Balance

A Matter of Balance helps adults 60 years old and up realize that falls — and the fear of falling — are controllable. The program provides information on ways to change your environment to limit risk factors that contribute to falling, and will help you find strength and balance exercises to reduce your chances of falling.

Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions

Variety of classes for individuals with chronic conditions and for caregivers to learn how to face challenges and manage a healthy life.

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy

Helping older adults improve strength, balance, and flexibility through safe, gradual exercises. It offers both in-person and virtual options to stay active.

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention

The Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention program is designed to improve multiple aspects of health through slow, gentle movements that can be practiced almost anywhere.

March 26, 2025 - May 30, 2025

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention - Kimberling City

March 26, 2025 - May 30, 2025

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention

April 1, 2025 - June 5, 2025

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Level 2 -- April 1st-June 5th

April 2, 2025 - May 30, 2025

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Level 1

September is Falls Prevention Awareness Month

September 4, 2024

Exploring the benefits of MyPlate for Older Adults

March 20, 2024

MU Extension to help connect KC-area seniors with farmers market fare

April 30, 2021

Strength training for older adults

July 2, 2018

Mayo Clinic Minute: Tai chi keeps seniors on their feet

A clinic video that discusses tai chi balance, control and flexibility benefits.

Men’s Health Resource Center

Healthier men live happier, longer lives. Search through the categories to learn more about different health topics and what men need to know.

National Council on Aging

NCOA leads the National Falls Prevention Resource Center, which supports awareness and educational efforts about falls and promotes evidence-based fall prevention programs and strategies across the nation.

New study emphasizes importance of strength training for older adults — KRCG te…

A new study from the University of Missouri proves working out isn’t just for young people. In fact, strength training can have huge benefits for older adults and even reduce the risk of falls.