Baltimore County, MD Department of Aging, 31 May 2016

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From YouTube: BCDA Evidence of Health

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Baltimore County Department of Aging offers seven evidence-based programs to enhance the overall health of older adults. This video features four classes that are part of the evidence-based health programs.

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Department of aging offers, seven evidence-based programs to enhance the overall health of older adults..

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The programs are federally funded under title 3d of , the, , older americans, act..

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My name is gerald hammond., I'm 73 years, old., (, dance, music, ).

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Heel cross, in front.

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This program seems to have a little bit of everything.. It has the aerobic element to it,, as well as the strength training part..

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I believe it pretty much touches on every muscle in the body.

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And you go at your own pace.

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If you run out of breath,, keep your arms down and just do feet.

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Want to give them names,, or at least one of them?,.

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Or do you see, okay.

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How old do we think they are? good observation, okay.

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from the way they're dressed,? It looks like it's winter time.

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...Or a little bit further back in time.

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It's a sunny, day. "you can see the reflection," ms. therese said.

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she's a runner...

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And it's been amazing to see some of my more isolated clients.

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Coming out of their shell in the class.

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I have a few that never participated in any activities.

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And with some prodding, they came into the class.

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And now they're, my most outspoken participants in the class.

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Hi!, my name is margaret spear., I'm 74 years old.

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The reason I started taking tai chi was that I retired.

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And I was all out of shape.

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This was the best program to help me get back into shape.

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And it has really helped me.

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My balance is so much better.

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Of the four out of the seven evidence-based programs offered at the 20 senior centers throughout baltimore county. evidence-based programs are based on research and, proven to work to enhance overall wellness and to prevent disease in older adults. change. The way you age and register today at, your local senior center., call 410-887-2594 or visit www.baltimorecountymd.gov/aging.

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