October 26, 2014
How can you increase awareness in elderly fall prevention? We have a presentation that provides insight on this topic. Tai Chi Acupuncture & Wellness Center has partnered with Private Home Health Care for a presentation on “Fall Prevention and Improving Balance with Tai Chi”.
The goal:
The presentation will cover fall prevention tips, the correct way to get up from a fall, and how Tia Chi can improve your balance and fall risk.
The experts:
The presenters bring years of health related experience to the program. Mary Demakes, RN of Private Home Health has over 25 years’ experience in senior healthcare, and Kuan Chung Chen has over 25 years’ experience in Tia Chi, Qi Gong and QI guided healing practice. The combined skills of these professionals’ results in an exceptional learning experience focused on elderly fall prevention, balance and wellness.
Facts related to elderly falls:
• Approximately one third of the elder population over the age of 65 falls at least once each year.
• Over half of the elder population over the age of 80 falls at least once each year.
• Elderly who fall are two to three times more likely to fall again.
• About half of the older adults who fall obtain hip fractures experience another fall within six months.
• Falls are the leading cause of death due to injury among the elderly.
• Forty-seven percent of the elderly who fall cannot get up without assistance.
• Forty percent of those admitted to a nursing home after a fall do not return to independent living.
• Twenty to thirty percent of seniors fear falling which impacts their health, well-being and confidence.
You will walk away with:
1. Realistic methods to better manage one’s residency and environment.
2. Expert tips to prevent falls.
3. Leading techniques to improve stability and movement.
Date: October 29, 2014 – 12:30-1:30 – Peabody Council on Aging – 79 Central Street, Peabody, MA
Please call our office or use the Contact Form below to make an appointment or to inquire about how our wellness centers can help you.
You can now also search for, and book, massages and returning acupuncture visits from a computer or mobile device through our Online Booking System below.
* Patients are seen by appointment only. Please call us during normal business hours to schedule your appointment at any one of our locations. Advanced calling allows you to reserve a time and date that works best for you.
* Online Booking for Massage and Returning Acupuncture Clients: You may now book your second appointment on your PC and mobile devices via our online booking system below. Please double check your location to see that you’ve reserved your spot at the correct center as we now have two; Medford and North Reading.
* First time acupuncture clients will still need to call the office to book their first appointment.
* Please check with the office when you make your appointment, as some Services are dependent on location and availability.
Tai Chi Acupuncture and Wellness Center, LLC is pleased to announce that our online booking system is now operational. Clients can now search for, and book, acupuncture and massage visits from a computer or mobile device.
In order to book an appointment online you will be required to provide your billing information. We will not bill your credit card until the time of visit however.
***Credit card information will be saved, and appointments that are cancelled within 24 hours will be billed $35 (Late Cancellation Fee) to the card provided due to our cancellation policy.
***If using a voucher, gift card or some kind of promotion to book an appointment, a credit card will be asked for in order to secure an appointment, but will not be billed.
Due to a very busy schedule, only certain times will be open for online booking for acupuncture… if there is no time available that works for you, please call the office and we will do our best to accommodate.
If you do not have a credit card, please call the office for assistance with online booking.
Acupuncture appointments must be booked online at least 12 hours in advance. If you are trying to book an appointment within 12 hours, please call the office for availability.
Massage appointments must be booked online at least 24 hours in advance. If you are trying to book an appointment within 24 hours, please call the office for availability.
*** Appointments can not be changed or cancelled within 24 hours.
*** Please make sure you select the correct center location to book your appointment.
In order to book an appointment online you will be required to provide your billing information. We will not bill your credit card until the time of visit however. If you do not have a credit card, please call the office for assistance with online booking.
Acupuncture appointments must be booked online at least 12 hours in advance. If you are trying to book an appointment within 12 hours, please call the office for availability.
***Appointments can not be changed or cancelled within 24 hours.
***Please make sure you select the correct center location to book your appointment.
***Credit card information will be saved, and appointments that are cancelled within 24 hours will be billed $35 (Late Cancellation Fee) to the card provided due to our cancellation policy.*See below
Your appointment time is reserved solely for you, consequently, a 24-hour cancellation policy applies to your appointment. You may leave a message on our voice mail system at any time of day to cancel your appointment, and it will date and time stamp your call. If you are unable to cancel your appointment 24-hours in advance, a cancellation charge for $35 fee will apply. We will make exceptions for emergency situations, but you must call one of our clinics to request a cancellation.
Please do your best to arrive on time for your appointment. If you find that you are running late, please call the clinic to let your practitioner know and we will do our best to accommodate you, depending on schedule availability. Depending on the practitioner schedule, you may be asked to reschedule your appointment. If you would prefer, feel free to call any of our clinics to schedule your appointment.