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Falls Prevention - Martinsville, Live Well Virginia, Southern Area Agency On Aging

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Resource Name:Falls Prevention - Martinsville, Live Well Virginia, Southern Area Agency On Aging

address

1075 Spruce Street, Martinsville, VA 24112

Eligibility

Call for information

Languages

Spanish

Application process

Telephone referrals, walk-ins and self-referral are accepted.

Service area

Martinsville, VA Danville, VA Henry, VA Pittsylvania, VA Patrick, VA Franklin, VA
Bingocize and Tai Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention are provided in a series of weekly classes at various community locations. Bingocize - Older adults, through exercise, education and increased social engagement improve their knowledge of falls risk reduction and other important health topics. Tai-Chi for Arthritis and Falls Prevention uses slow, mindful movements and weight-shifting to relieve pain, build lower-body strength, and significantly reduce fall risks.

Providing organization

Southern Area Agency On Aging
Provides services and resources to promote the health, quality of life, and independence of seniors, individuals with disabilities, and their caregivers.