Healthy Aging NC

09/25/2026

Falls Prevention Awareness Week is Sept 21–25!

Did you know that 1 in 4 older adults falls each year? But here’s the good news: many falls are preventable.

Staying active as we get older helps us stay connected to our community. And one of the best ways we can stay healthy and connected as we age is to prevent falls. You have the power to reduce your risk.

View and share this infographic that outlines six steps you or your loved one can take to prevent a fall.

09/21/2026

September 21-25, 2026 is

Falls are "the main thing that causes injuries to seniors," says Debbie Jopson, an exercise instructor at the Arbutus Senior Center in Baltimore.

Reminders as you age:

💙 Even healthy and active people can fall.

💙 Taking steps to prevent a fall can help you remain independent for as long as possible.

Find out how you can prevent a fall by signing up for an evidence-based program. Watch this video created by the National Council on Aging 🎥👇

“Fall prevention is so important for seniors,” says Debbie Jopson, ...

09/16/2026

Join us next Tuesday, September 22nd at 12pm for the NC Falls Prevention Coalition Virtual Lunch N Learn Webinar, Catch the Fall Before It Happens - How Risk Screening Prevents Falls.

Even healthy and active people can fall, and the risk of serious injury from a fall increases as we age. The Falls Free CheckUp® is a free, evidence-based online screening tool used by anyone to assess their fall risk in just a few minutes. Register today at https://unca-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/is0-ZCWzSxilEU6rSIXgwA

09/14/2026

🍂 September is Healthy Aging Month! 🍂

This year’s theme, “Curiosity Has No Age Limit,” celebrates the role curiosity can play in helping us stay engaged, keep learning, discover new interests, and continue exploring what comes next.

✨Looking for a way to get started? Explore evidence-based health and wellness programs near you by visiting our program map:
https://healthyagingnc.com/all-workshops-future-in-progress/

09/02/2026

September is Rheumatic Disease Awareness Month (RDAM)

Rheumatic diseases include lupus, spondyloarthropathies, and many types of arthritis, including rheumatoid arthritis, gout, and osteoarthritis. Rheumatic diseases can affect joints, tendons, ligaments, bones, and muscles. Some rheumatic diseases can also affect the organs.

Check out the RDAM infographic from the American College of Rheumatology below to learn more!

08/25/2026

🎧 Exciting news from the Arthritis Foundation! Walk With Ease is now available as an audiobook—making it even easier to get started with this proven walking program.

✔️ Listen on the go
✔️ Great for auditory learners or those with vision/literacy challenges
✔️ Available in English and Spanish
✔️ Includes all the same great info as the print book (plus printable worksheets!)
✔️ Only $6.49 or FREE through the Libby library app

🟢 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3rgzxBUjVWWkwBt3JY19L8
🟢 Escúchalo en español: https://open.spotify.com/show/2DQ2x8PpnPznVnYJdRxJ1T
📚 Or borrow it free via Libby!

Learn more: www.arthritis.org/walkwithease or call 1-800-283-7800 for help getting started.

08/20/2026

12 Health Benefits of Walking 🚶‍♀️🌿

Lace up your sneakers! Walking strengthens your body, lightens your mood, and supports your joints!

Learn more about how walking can improve your health and reduce arthritis pain in the Arthritis Foundation’s article below. Then, visit our website to see if there’s a Walk With Ease workshop happening near you! 👟✨

Arthritis Foundation Article: https://www.arthritis.org/health-wellness/healthy-living/physical-activity/walking/12-benefits-of-walking

Healthy Aging NC Program Map: https://healthyagingnc.com/all-workshops-future-in-progress/

Get more information on how walking offers many health and pain reduction benefits for people with arthritis.

07/27/2026

☀️ Summer is here, and warmer weather can affect everyone differently—including people living with arthritis.

Before you head out for the day, check the Arthritis Foundation's Weather & Arthritis Index! Just enter your ZIP Code or location to see how today's weather forecast and upcoming conditions could potentially affect your pain level.

The webpage discusses the impact of weather on arthritis symptoms, including how changes in temperature, humidity, and barometric pressure can affect joint pain. It provides tips for managing arthritis during different weather conditions, such as staying active, dressing appropriately, and using hea...

07/20/2026

Juvenile arthritis impacts hundreds of thousands of kids in the U.S.,
often in ways you can’t see. This July, we’re helping raise awareness and expand access to support, research and resources for families facing JA.

07/16/2026

Move with confidence from home!

Join our upcoming Virtual Tai Chi for Arthritis & Fall Prevention workshop—a gentle, evidence-based program designed to help you improve balance, build strength, reduce stress, and move with greater confidence.

📅 Tuesdays & Thursdays
🗓️ August 4 – September 29, 2026
🕚 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM EDT
💻 Virtual

This program is ideal for:
✔️ Adults with arthritis or other joint conditions
✔️ Anyone looking to improve balance and reduce their risk of falling
✔️ Individuals who want to stay active and maintain their independence

All adults 18+ in NC are welcome to join at no cost. A Zoom link will be shared after registration.

Register today: https://embed.monami.io/calendars/healthy-aging-nc/events/tai-chi-for-arthritis-and-fall-prevention-tuesday-august-4-2026-85712f2dfb039eca/registrations/new