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.

August 20, 2025 - October 24, 2025

Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention in Forsyth

August 20, 2025 - October 20, 2025

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy -Level 1 - Boone County - Aug-Oct 2025

August 21, 2025 - October 20, 2025

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Level 3 - Online

August 25, 2025 - October 29, 2025

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Level 3

Falls Prevention Awareness Month

September 4, 2025

Self-care for the caregiver

June 26, 2025

September is Falls Prevention Awareness Month

September 4, 2024

Exploring the benefits of MyPlate for Older Adults

March 20, 2024

What is Alzheimer's Disease?

Alzheimer's information - learn about signs, symptoms, causes, diagnosis, risks and treatments and the difference between Alzheimer's disease and dementia.

Falls Prevention – 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.

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.

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.