Health Promotion & Disease Prevention / Juniper
Program Description
Health Promotion and Disease Prevention program aims to promote the effective management of chronic disease by providing activities to our senior population. It is considered an “evidence-based program” by the US Department of Health and Human Services and is effective and appropriate for seniors. It not only contributes to bettering the physical health of seniors but also serves as an effective means to promote stress reduction and alleviate depressive symptoms in their lives. Health Promotion and Disease Prevention program is provided with funds from the Trellis organization.
Juniper is a network of community organizations delivering evidence-based programs across Minnesota. Juniper classes help people take an active role in improving their health and quality of life. With Juniper’s support, KSC provides various exercise classes to promote the physical and mental well-being of older adults aged 60 and over.
Program Details
Tai Ji Quan
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Tai Ji Quan helps seniors improve balance, strengthen muscles, and reduce the risk of falling using Tai Ji Quan movements in a class that helps them stay mobile and independent. Participants learn balance skills, good body alignment, and coordinated movements. The class meets twice a week for one hour each.
Stay Active and Independent for Life
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Stay Active and Independent for Life is a strength, balance and fitness program for seniors. It is designed to reduce the risk of falling by teaching seniors how to perform exercises. Participants use weights and balls to improve strength and balance throughout the program. The class meets twice a week for one hour each.
Walk With Ease
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Walk With Ease is designed to be a safe, relaxing and enjoyable way for people to develop and sustain a personal plan to make walking part of their everyday life. The benefits include increased balance, strength and walking pace, building confidence to be physically active, improve overall health and reduce pain and discomfort from arthritis.
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Activity Coordinator
Misook kim
(612) 342 - 1345