Overview
The Sixty Plus Program was developed in 1978 by staff of the nursing division of the Toledo-Lucas County Health Department (TLCHD) in response to documented community need. The program is jointly funded by the Area Office on Aging and the TLCHD.
Program Goal
The goal of the 60+ Program is to provide health promotion and disease prevention to senior residents of Lucas County and to help them maintain their present level of independence.
Health Assessments
Health Assessments are provided at a variety of locations in Lucas County. These include health and medication history, weight, pulse rate, blood pressure, and blood sugar (if indicated). Regarding results of the assessment process, proper use of prescription medication, good nutrition, exercise, and health risk factors are reviewed with the individual client. Referrals are made when indicated to a primary care physician or other appropriate source of care.
Tai Chi
Tai Ji Quan: Moving for Better Balance® training is aimed at improving posture, awareness and mindful control of body positioning, walking, balance and coordination, range of motion around the ankle and hip joints, and lower-extremity muscle strength.
Program Objectives: To improve strength, balance, mobility and daily functioning, and prevent falls in older adults and individuals with balance problems.
Intended Target Population: The primary focus is on adults age 60 and over with a history of falls, balance deficits, leg muscle weakness, abnormal gait or walking difficulties, and individuals who wish to prevent these conditions in older age.
For more information call: 419.213.4035
Schedule:
Monroe Street Neighborhood Center
3613 Monroe St.
Toledo, OH 43606,
(419) 473-1167
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Mercy Senior Wellness Center
545 Indiana Ave.
Toledo, OH 43604
(419) 251-8930
Wednesdays & Fridays, 9:30 AM – 10:30 PM
Maumee Senior Center
2430 S. Detroit Ave.,
Maumee, OH 43537
(419) 893-1994
Tuesdays & Fridays, 11:00 AM – Noon
Spencer Twp. Neighborhood Center
330 Oak Terrace Blvd.
Holland, OH 43528
(419) 865-4700
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 12:45 PM – 1:45 PM