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2026 In-Person Events: Fall Prevention
Be Well Illinois and Aetna® are excited to offer new fall prevention programs exclusive to TRAIL members. These no cost classes, are designed to increase your activity, build strength and improve balance to reduce your risk of falls.
Our partner, Illinois Pathways to Health, offers evidence-based programs designed to promote self-management of chronic health conditions (such as diabetes and chronic pain), prevent falls, and foster individual well-being.
Fit and Strong – Cook County
Join us for Fit & Strong! Discover a fun and engaging way to manage arthritis while building strength, improving flexibility, and enjoying aerobic walking. This supportive group program combines effective health education with enjoyable activities, empowering you to take charge of your osteoarthritis and boost your wellness.
This class meets for 90 minutes three times weekly for 8 weeks.
Class size is limited to 24 participants.
Dates: January 6, 2026 through February 24th, 2026 (No Class Tuesday 2/17/2026) – Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays
Time: 1:00pm – 2:30pm CT
Location: Erie Neighborhood House,1347 W Erie St, Chicago, IL 60642
To register, click here. For more information please contact Padraic Stanley, Padraic_Stanley@rush.edu, (800) 757-0202
A Matter of Balance – Fairview Heights, St. Clair County
An award-winning program designed for older adults to manage falls and increase activity levels. Two trained coaches guide participants through learning and activities that emphasize strategies to reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels. Participants show improved balance, flexibility and strength while viewing falls as controllable.
This class meets for 2 hours weekly for 8 weeks.
Class size is limited to 12.
Dates: January 15, 2026 through March 5, 2026 - Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm CT
Location: Etc. Event Planning & Marketing, 4634 N. Illinois Street, Fairview Heights, IL 62208
To register, click here. For more information please email Pamela Harden: pharden@oasisnet.org
Fit and Strong – Cook County
Join us for Fit & Strong! Discover a fun and engaging way to manage arthritis while building strength, improving flexibility, and enjoying aerobic walking. This supportive group program combines effective health education with enjoyable activities, empowering you to take charge of your osteoarthritis and boost your wellness.
This class meets for 90 minutes twice weekly for 12 weeks.
Class size is limited to 20 participants.
Dates: January 27, 2026 through April 16th, 2026 – Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time: 10:00am – 11:30am CT
Location: For Cook County Residents: Online only
To register, click here. For more information please contact Jaime Pena, jaime.pena@ageoptions.org, 708-934-2218
