DOH-Charlotte events and workshops

Visit DOH-Charlotte’s events page to learn about upcoming events and workshops:

DOH-Charlotte Events

We offer free activities in Charlotte County in partnership with the Area Agency on Aging for Southwest Florida to prevent falls and improve the balance of anyone concerned about experiencing a fall, including older adults.

Unintentional falls are the leading cause of fatal injuries among Florida residents ages 65 years and older and the fourth leading cause of fatal injuries overall. In addition, falls are the leading cause of non-fatal injury-related hospital admissions in Florida.

Tai Chi for Health

We have an instructor certified by the Tai Chi for Health Institute who provides free Tai Chi for Health presentations.

Tai Chi is a slow-moving meditation exercise that combines stress reduction with slow movements. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Tai Chi is a good example of the kind of exercise that can make people’s legs stronger and improve their balance.

To inquire about the next Tai Chi presentation, call 941-624-7200 or email us.

A Matter of Balance

A Matter of Balance is an award-winning program designed to help seniors learn practical strategies to manage falls and increase physical activity levels.

Who can attend?
  • Anyone concerned about falls 
  • Anyone interested in improving balance, flexibility, and strength
  • Anyone who has fallen in the past
  • Anyone who has limited activities because of falling concerns
What will I learn?
  • View falls as controllable
  • Set goals for increasing activity
  • Make changes to reduce fall risks
  • Exercise to increase strength and balance
When and where is the next session?

For information about the date, time, and location of the next A Matter of Balance session, visit DOH-Charlotte’s events web page.

Who could I contact to learn more?

To learn more about the program, call 941-624-7200 or email us.