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Tai Chi For Better Balance

Submitted by sbeasley on Thu, 03/24/2016 - 10:13
Manager Input
Manager's Decision: 
Approved
Is staff available for coverage?: 
Yes
Library budget available for this amount and for this target audience?: 
Yes
Manager Comments: 
Approved
Program Identification
Location: 
Choctaw Library
Date: 
Wednesday, July 13, 2016
Program Time: 
Start Time (hour)Start Time (minutes)Setup TimeEnd Time (hour)End Time (minutes)Take-Down Time
51500 minutes71500 minutes
Program Details

Blurb

Would you like to use a description from the Blurb Bank?: 
No, I'll create my own blurb.
Program Description: 
Recurring Event Every Wednesday for 6 weeks starting July 13, 20,27 and Aug 3, 10, 17, 2016 6:15 pm--7:15 pm Tai Chi Adults Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance is an evidence-based fall prevention program that was designed to be used in community-based organizations. Accumulating evidence suggests that Tai Chi eight-form exercise is an effective means of improving balance, reducing functional limitations, and strengthening muscles, which reduces the risk of falling. Tai Chi is a low-impact dance-like exercise that can be done in almost any location. It also helps build confidence from the fear of falling, which is commonly found in a community of older adults.
Primary Age Group: 
Senior (ages 55+)
Additional Age Groups: 
Adult
Primary Event Type: 
Health & Wellness

Presenter

Will your program have a presenter?: 
Yes
Does the presenter have the proper credentials, training & positive references?: 
Yes
Presenter Type: 
volunteer
Program Justification
Is a program the best way to meet the expressed need or present information?: 
Yes
Does the program fit the goals of the MLS?: 
Yes
How & why does this program meet the goals of the MLS?: 
Tai Chi for Better Balance program is based on proven evidence to aid seniors improve balance, our customers are elated that the library system is able to offer this program in their community. This programs meets the goals and mission of the library system.
Which Strategic Plan Response/Goals does this program meet?: 
Satisfy Curiosity: Your libraries are centers that offer access to civic, cultural and community enrichment opportunities.
Why will this program be successful?: 
This program will be successful because of community support and a well trained presenter.
How will success be measured/determined?: 
Participant and presenter feedback
Program Engagement

Marketing

Is sufficient time available to have a Info Magazine Listing?: 
Yes
Is sufficient time available to request MaC materials and display them for at least 2 weeks (45 days)?: 
Yes

Community Engagement

How will you promote this event to the community?: 
Create an in-Library Book Display or Exhibit
Share event in a community calendar, newsletter, or newspaper
Up-sell the event with customers (verbally or with printed Marketing pieces)
Visit a community organization to promote
What library resources and services will you connect to this program?: 

Bibliography for participants and customers

Are volunteers needed?: 
No

Supplies

Are supplies needed?: 
Yes, will order through Business Supplies.
Supply/Shopping List: 
Two Pocket folders Bottled Water from Maintenance supplies
Final Comments: 
Tai Chi for Better Balance is a wonderful program which aids seniors on improving balance and they love it!!
Are you ready for your supervisor to evaluate this program?: 
Yes
Program Evaluation
Are you ready to evaluate your program?: 
No
Move Forward?: 
Yes, I'm ready to move on.
Move Forward?: 
Yes, I'm ready to move on.
Move Forward?: 
Yes, I'm ready to move on.