Programs

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A Matter of Balance

A Matter of Balance helps adults 60 years old and up realize that falls — and the fear of falling — are controllable. The program provides information on ways to change your environment to limit risk factors that contribute to falling, and will help you find strength and balance exercises to reduce your chances of falling.

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Health Information for Men

Life expectancy for American men has been falling in recent years, widening an existing gap in the expected lifespans of men and women. The Health Information for Men (HIM) program aims to help change that by providing information on the latest findings on health-related topics.

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Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions

Variety of classes for individuals with chronic conditions and for caregivers to learn how to face challenges and manage a healthy life.

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Missouri Council for Activity and Nutrition (MOCAN)

MOCAN is a partner-driven council of professionals across the state collaborating to implement and support policy changes that will improve the health and quality of life of Missourians.

Events

Staying strong and healthy by lifting weights as older adults

January 13, 2025 - March 17, 2025

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Level 1
Staying strong and healthy by lifting weights as older adults

January 13, 2025 - March 12, 2025

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Level 2 - Online
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January 15, 2025 - March 5, 2025

Matter of Balance
Staying strong and healthy by lifting weights as older adults

January 21, 2025 - March 13, 2025

Stay Strong, Stay Healthy - Level 3

Resources

Office of HOPE

The Office of HOPE is a consortium between MU Extension, School of Medicine, Sinclair School of Nursing, and College of Health Sciences focused on improving healthcare outcomes in rural communities across the State of Missouri.

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Provides consumers with a broad range of nutrition information, including tips, videos, articles and recipes.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Men's Health Statistics

U.S. men's health data.

Gratefulness

Education and support for living a grateful life.

Meet the experts

Kelsey Weitzel
Kelsey Weitzel

Associate Extension Professor

Stephen Ball, PROFESSOR, COLLEGE OF HEALTH SCIENCES
Stephen Ball

Professor, State Fitness Specialist

Emily Barbee
Emily Barbee

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Katie Buchs Pemberton, FIELD SPECIALIST IN HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
Katie Buchs Pemberton

Field Specialist in Human Development

Melissa Cotton
Melissa Cotton

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Katherine Deeken
Katherine Deeken

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Jamie Eggerman
Jamie Eggerman

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Allison Gunter
Allison Gunter

Extension Engagement Specialist

Tyler Hall
Tyler Hall

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Liz Harrison
Liz Harrison

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health Education

Elizabeth McGinley
Elizabeth McGinley

Field Specialist in Nutrition and Health

Jim Meyer
Jim Meyer

Extension Engagement Specialist

Jeremiah Terrell, FIELD SPECIALIST IN HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
Jeremiah Terrell

Field Specialist in Human Development

Janice Weddle, EXTENSION ENGAGEMENT SPECIALIST
Janice Weddle

Extension Engagement Specialist

Sarah Wood
Sarah Wood

Assistant Extension Professor