Increasing Longevity: How Balance & Strength Play an Essential Role in Longterm Health

Healthy Seniors Lecture Series: Increasing Longevity

Strength and balance are essential for staying active, independent, and confident as we age. Learn how physical activity can support mobility, reduce fall risk, improve strength and balance, and help you continue doing the activities you enjoy. The presentation will include practical strategies that can be incorporated into everyday life. The session designed to help adults stay healthy, active, independent, and engaged as they age and is presented by experts from Midwestern University Clinics.

• Topic: Increasing Longevity: How Balance & Strength Play an Essential Role in Longterm Health
• Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2026
• Time: 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.
• Location: Downers Grove Public Library
• Presenters: Thomas Dillon, PT, D.P.T., OCS, Clinical Assistant Professor, Physical Therapy Institute and Teresa Elliott-Burke, PT, D.P.T., M.H.S., Academic Clinic Coordinator, Physical Therapy
• Registration: Please register online for the Increasing Longevity event. Registration opens Tuesday, November 3, 2026.   
• Contact Information: For more information, please contact Marian B. at 630-515-6449 or mbarla@midwestern.edu.

About the Healthy Seniors Lecture Series

Practical Tips for Living Well and Staying Healthy

Join Midwestern University Clinics for a five-part educational series designed to help adults stay healthy, active, independent, and engaged as they age.

Presented by experts from Midwestern University Clinics, each session will focus on practical information and strategies you can use in everyday life. Topics will include maintaining healthy vision, caring for your smile, improving strength and balance, supporting healthy communication, and recognizing common age-related eye conditions.

Whether you're looking to stay proactive about your own health or support a loved one, these informative presentations will provide helpful tips, resources, and opportunities to learn from experienced healthcare professionals.

The information presented in these lectures is provided for informational purposes only and is not for use in diagnosing any condition. The information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, care, or treatment. Always consult your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions regarding any possible medical condition.