Healthy Aging NC

06/15/2026

🪴 Gardening is a wonderful pastime and research shows it can benefit both physical and mental health.

🌱 In this podcast episode from the Arthritis Foundation, they explore gardening tips, techniques, trends and tools to help hone your green thumb with less pain and discomfort.

Gardening is a great pastime. Research shows it benefits both physical and mental health. But what happens when painful joints from arthritis keep you from tending to garden tasks? In this episode, experts explore gardening tips and tools to help hone your green thumb with less pain.

06/09/2026

5 Upper-Body Moves Made Easy!

Build upper body strength at home with joint-friendly moves from the Arthritis Foundation — and feel stronger and more confident each day! 💪 💚

Do this simple but effective workout that includes biceps curls, reverse flys and more to strengthen arms, back and shoulders.

05/28/2026

May is

Managing arthritis can help you get back to doing what matters most. 💚

Taking steps to manage your arthritis can ease symptoms and also support your overall health—especially if you’re living with other conditions like diabetes, heart disease, or obesity.

Looking for a place to start? The CDC outlines 5 key steps to help you take control of your arthritis.

CDC recognizes five self-care strategies for managing arthritis and its symptoms.

05/20/2026

Arthritis is at an all-time high.
58.5 million adults are living with it—and more than half are of working age.

The good news? Physical activity and self-management workshops can make a real difference in reducing pain and improving quality of life.

Visit our website to find a program near your: https://healthyagingnc.com/all-workshops-future-in-progress/

Local and remote programs are available to help adults with arthritis reduce pain and disability.

05/15/2026

May is and we want everyone affected by arthritis to know they’re not alone. Join us and the Arthritis Foundation to share this Green Heart of support to increase awareness of arthritis and its impact on nearly 60 million people and their families across the U.S. Find tools and resources at arthritis.org

05/11/2026

(OA) is the most common type of arthritis, especially amongst older adults. Joint pain and other OA symptoms can be managed through treatment, lifestyle changes, and education. If you are wondering how, when, or where to get started, watch the video below and make an appointment with your healthcare provider.

Learn more at https://oaaction.unc.edu/2022/05/may-is-arthritis-awareness-month/

Osteoarthritis (AH-stee-oh-ar-THREYE-tis) is the most common type of arthritis. When cartilage, the cushion between bones, breaks down, joints can get painfu...

05/07/2026

May is Arthritis Awareness Month!

While most people have probably heard of arthritis, it’s likely that many of them don’t know much about the impact of arthritis, the #1 cause of disability in the United States. Arthritis Awareness Month is a special time to emphasize research, service and education around arthritis.

Click the link to learn more: https://www.arthritis.org/about-arthritis/arthritis-awareness-month

05/06/2026

🌼 May is Older Americans Month! 🌼

Led by the Administration for Community Living, this annual observance recognizes the contributions of older adults and highlights the importance of supporting healthy aging in our communities.

This year’s theme, “Champion Your Health,” encourages individuals to take an active role in their well-being—through prevention, informed decision-making, and actions that support independence.

Looking for a way to get started? Programs like Walk With Ease can help you stay active, reduce pain, and build confidence in your daily life. 👟

✨ Sign-up for Self-Directed Walk With Ease for free: https://startwalkwithease.org/Identity/Account/Register/NCCHW

04/24/2026

Exercise is recognized for its ability to improve cardiovascular health and balance, strengthen muscles and promote range of motion and flexibility. But regular physical activity also plays a crucial role in the health of your joints!

Read this article from the Arthritis Foundation for 8 ways to move more and hurt less:

https://www.arthritis.org/health-wellness/healthy-living/physical-activity/getting-started/8-ways-exercise-helps-joints

04/20/2026

Small healthy habits create lasting change over time. And it's never too late to start! Each action helps you manage or reduce your risk of falls, dementia, diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure.

Learn more about how to prevent falls at https://www.standingstrongnc.org