Programs
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Taught by Certified TCA instructors
Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention is an eight-week class series that meets one hour twice per week for a total of 16 class sessions. Modified tai chi programs reduce falls in older adults up to 49%.
Class times: pending
To enroll in this class, you MUST be able to stand on one leg (on each of your legs) for 5 seconds.
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all VNA and University of Iowa-sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact KATHLEEN LEE in advance at 563-340-8242 or at kathleen-lee@uiowa.edu
Cost: $40 per person
Instructor: Ann Riley, Visiting Nurse Association
Stepping On – Falls Prevention Program
Building Confidence, Reducing Falls
Stepping On is a seven-week, two hours per week, interdisciplinary workshop that covers fall prevention topics such as home safety, vision care, medications, safe footwear, community safety, and exercise. The exercises are aimed at increasing strength and balance. Stepping On has been shown to decrease falls by 31% in older adults.
Class times: pending
Cost: $35 per person
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all VNA and University of Iowa-sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact KATHLEEN LEE in advance at 563-340-8242 or at kathleen-lee@uiowa.edu
