The Dillon Area Chapter # 5336 of AARP, Inc. met on Monday, April 11, 2016, in the meeting room of the Council for the Aging at 2:00 p.m. with 26 members and guests in attendance. President Mickie Singleton called the meeting to order issuing a very warm welcome to all.
Mr. Philip Verjans, MPT, Director of Rehabilitation Services at McLeod Dillon, was introduced and presented a very well-received program on Fall Prevention.  In his remarks, he gave statistics and outcomes concerning falls among the elderly.   Risk factors and how to compensate for them as well as assessing risks for individuals were discussed. Exercises for increasing strength and balance were demonstrated.  Many questions were answered, and Mr. Verjans was graciously thanked for the presentation.
The business session followed during which officers and committees gave reports and announcements were made. Anyone, 50 years or above whether working or retired, is invited to join the local AARP chapter which meets the second Monday of the month excluding July and August.  Membership in the national AARP is required to become a member of the local chapter.  To join or for more information, call Carolyn Quick, membership chairperson, at 843-774-9370.