Balance classes in Wallowa County boost well-being

ENTERPRISE — Wallowa County has not one but two opportunities for people to improve their balance, flexibility, strength and cognition, all of which are important as people age. Wallowa Memorial Hospital in Enterprise offers Balance Level I and Level II classes, which Emily Whitesides, physical therapist at the hospital, teaches. Natalie Butz, an occupational therapist at the hospital, also has been a co-instructor. Each level lasts eight weeks and then begins again. The classes meet Tuesday and Thursday at Cloverleaf Hall in Enterprise. Level I meets 1-2 p.m., and the second class meets 2-3 p.m. Whitesides said the first level class is a transition from physical therapy, or outpatient rehabilitative services, and for people, “who are just wanting to explore their level of balance, strength, flexibility and cognition.” She advised people to take Level I before taking Level II.

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