Healthy Aging NC

02/17/2026

❄️ Winter is here, and cold weather can aggravate arthritis pain. ❄️

Check out the Arthritis Foundation's 10 Tips for Cold Weather Exercise for information on how you can stay active on cold winter days to ease your arthritis.

Link: https://info.arthritis.org/10exercisetipsforcold/

02/11/2026

❄️ Winter is here, and cold weather can aggravate arthritis pain. ❄️
Check out the Arthritis Foundation's Arthritis Index tool! Enter your zip code to see how today's weather might 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...

02/03/2026

Arthritis Foundation Webinar - Finding Hope Through Movement
7:00 – 8:15 p.m. ET, Thursday, Feb. 26

If you have arthritis, movement can boost your physical strength and emotional well-being — helping you feel more confident, capable and in control. Join the Arthritis Foundation's expert-led webinar to learn how.

Register at the link below!

01/31/2026

Did you know that arthritis includes more than 100 different conditions that affect the joints and surrounding tissue?

If you or someone you know has arthritis, check out the infographic below to learn more.

01/30/2026

Basi-what? Did you know that a fear of falling even has a name: “basiphobia?” Basi- or Baso- coming from the Greek “ basis ,” “ step ,” or “ foundation ” and - phobia meaning “ fear. ” Fear of losing our foundation! A fear of falling can also impact our “foundation of life” -...

01/27/2026

The J. Smith Young YMCA is hosting an upcoming Walk With Ease workshop! This 6-week program is designed to help you ease into walking while building confidence through education, gentle stretching, and motivational support.

📅 Details are in the flyer below
📝 Register in person or online here:
https://operations.daxko.com/programs/redirector.aspx?cid=5219&pid=9223&sid=422013

A great opportunity to get moving safely and stay active with support from your local YMCA! 💙

01/26/2026

❄️ Inclement weather and cold temperatures can worsen arthritis hand pain.
Try these hot solutions from the Foundation to get some pain relief!

Inclement weather and cold temperatures can worse arthritis hand pain. Try these hot solutions to get some pain relief.

01/26/2026

Stay Safe This Winter! ❄️ Winter weather can bring icy sidewalks and slippery floors, increasing the risk of falls, especially for older adults. Here are some simple tips to keep your home safe. Stay warm, stay active, and enjoy a safe winter season! 🌨️

Learn more at: https://www.standingstrongnc.org/home-safety

01/12/2026

🌟 Start your New Year with steps toward wellness! 🌟

Staying active is important when living with arthritis. The Self-Directed Walk With Ease program makes it simple to move at your own pace while managing pain and building a sustainable walking routine.

In just 6 weeks, walking three times a week, you’ll learn to:
🗓️ Create a walking plan tailored to your needs.
💪 Stay motivated and exercise safely.
🤝 Manage pain while improving overall health.

You’ll receive a guidebook with all the tools you need to succeed—all on your schedule and at no cost!

Learn more and get started today:

Please provide the following information to create your secure Walk With Ease portal account. You will use the Username/Email and Password to login weekly, track your progress throughout the program, and get your certificate of completion. Please make a note of the website (or save to your bookmarks...

01/08/2026

Join us for our next Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention virtual workshop in February! Developed by Dr. Paul Lam at the Tai Chi for Health Institute (TCHI), this program utilizes Tai Chi’s Sun style for its ability to improve relaxation, and balance, and its ease of use for older adults and those with arthritis. Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention has been proven to improve balance, mobility, decrease pain, and prevent falls.

This course is every Tuesday and Thursday for 8 weeks, starting on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 from 11am-12pm. Online registration closes February 28th! Learn more and sign up today: https://www.monami.io/calendars/healthy-aging-nc/events/tai-chi-for-arthritis-and-fall-prevention-thursday-march-5-2026-be5f7f8fc62b41f4/registrations/new

12/30/2025

Working Out Through Pain: When to Keep Moving—and When to Stop

Exercise is one of the most important tools for managing arthritis—but knowing how much to do when you’re hurting isn’t always clear. While mild muscle soreness can be normal, sharp or sudden pain may be a sign to slow down or stop.

This Arthritis Foundation article breaks down how to tell the difference, helping you move safely, protect your joints, and build confidence without fear of making things worse. Learn more at the link below.

Learn when to keep moving through exercise pain and when to stop when arthritis or related conditions hurt.

12/23/2025

💪 Looking for safe ways to stay active with joint pain over the holidays?

The Arthritis Foundation offers a free library of therapist-approved exercise videos designed specifically for people with arthritis and joint concerns.

These videos help you build a routine that fits your body, with clear modifications to support different joints and ability levels—so you can move with confidence and feel stronger without pushing through pain.

Explore the exercise video library below!

Movement is the best medicine, even when your joints hurt. Your Exercise Solution (YES) is a resource to help you create a physical activity routine with modifications developed and approved by physical therapists.