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April 2026

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Matter of Balance--Glenwood

Tuesdays April 7th through May 26th
YMCA
Glenwood, IA 51534
US

Join our partners at Mills County Public Health for their upcoming Matter of Balance Class. Matter of Balance is an evidence-based program designed to help older adults reduce the fear of falling and increase activity levels. Through group discussion, gentle exercises, and practical strategies, participants learn how to improve balance and strength, make their homes safer, and build confidence in staying active. The program is interactive, supportive, and focuses on helping participants maintain independence and prevent falls.

Bingocize--Council Bluffs

Tuesdays and Thursdays April 7th through June 11th
231 S Main St, Council Bluffs IA 51503
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
US

Join us for our 1st Council Bluffs Bingocize Class!

Connections is excited to partner with the Council Bluffs Public Library and volunteer Amber Raes to bring this fun and engaging program to our community.

Bingocize combines light exercises that help with fall prevention and strength with a lively game of Bingo. It’s a great way to stay active, learn tips to reduce falls, and enjoy time with others. Participants who complete the program will receive a Bingocize t-shirt.

Come move, learn, laugh, and play Bingo with us! Registration is required and can be done through the Council Bluffs Public Library website, and opens on March 24th. Call Aubury for more information.

Powerful Tools for Caregivers Class Virtual

Thursday, April 9, 2026
11:00 am1:00 pm
link provided once registered

Powerful Tools for Caregivers classes help caregivers take better care of themselves while caring for a friend or relative. Whether you provide care for a spouse, partner, parent, friend, or a child with special needs; at home or in a care facility, whether down the block or miles away, yours is an important role. This course is for family caregivers like you!

This six-week class virtual series gives you the confidence and support to better care for your loved one – and yourself.

Cherokee County Healthy Aging Conference

Senior Health Fair, with speakers on aging topics and vendor booths to learn more about services that are available for older adults and their family caregivers.

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