Senior residents may ‘Walk, Stroll or Roll’
With Walk DuPage on Oct. 29 in Carol Stream

DuPage County seniors, family members and friends are invited to celebrate better health by taking part in the Walk DuPage: Pathways to Health “Senior Walk, Stroll, and Roll” at 9 a.m. on Oct. 29 at Armstrong Park in Carol Stream.

The event features demonstrations of stretching exercises such as Tai Chi and Yoga geared to older adults, regardless of physical ability. The participants are then invited to walk, stroll or roll their wheelchairs around the lake at Armstrong Park. Certificates of Completion will be given to all participants. The event is free, but registration is encouraged.

The event includes a visit from “McGruff the Crime Stopping Dog” who will be on hand to cheer on participants. Following the walk, the Carol Stream Park District office will offer apple cider, coffee and light refreshments, as well as a beanbag toss for various prizes.

The Carol Stream Police Department and the DuPage County Health Department will provide free information for residents to help older adults learn more about staying active and healthy.

“An important goal for our community has been to provide options for a better quality of life for older residents,” said Bette Lawrence-Water, Walk DuPage coordinator. The event celebrates the close of the successful first phase of Walk DuPage and emphasizes the importance of staying active, regardless of physical ability.

Walk DuPage: Pathways to Health is a countywide initiative of more than 30 community organizations whose goal is to motivate and empower individuals of all ages to improve and maintain health through a coordinated virtual walking program. Call (630) 682-7979, ext. 7537 for information or to register. Information on Walk DuPage is also available at www.walkdupage.org.

“We promote health, prevent illness, and provide quality service”