September 17, 2025
Finding Strength, Balance, and Joy with Juniper
Adrienne Wiggins of South Minneapolis is living proof that movement can be both healing and empowering.
Participant Stories
July 9, 2024
SAIL Class Participant Says She Will Take the Class Forever
“Between the class and walking two days a week, I’ve been able to keep my diabetes under control and keep my A1C under seven. I feel strong, and I have the energy to care for my grandchildren and drive them to their activities. I’m pretty sure I also inspired their parents to exercise!”
April 11, 2024
Twyla Found Strength and Strategies for Preventing Falls
“I need to do it to stay strong. And doing that makes me feel better about myself.”
April 11, 2024
Suzie Crossed the Threshold to Strength and Better Balance
“When you’re young, you don’t have to think about these things because your brain and body are strong. Now, I realize I need to focus on what I’m doing and be very intentional with my walking.”
November 29, 2023
Life Begins Again for Tai Ji Quan Class Participant
“It takes a village to raise children, but it takes a state to take care of older adults, and I’m in the right state.”
November 15, 2023
Family Caregiver Gets Powerful Tools for Powerful Change
Teresa shares how Powerful Tools for Caregivers is helping her navigate her new caregiving role.
June 15, 2023
13 Juniper Classes Bring Balance Back After a Brain Injury
Kathleen Sorbie experienced a traumatic brain injury from a fall three years ago that impacted her balance, large motor movements, depth perception, speech and vocabulary. But over the past two years, she’s made a 98% comeback with a focus on recovery, and dedication to 13 Juniper classes.
April 27, 2023
Ronald Jackson Finds Harmony in Movement and Music
One day, Ronald Jackson went for a walk. He ventured down to the community room in his St. Paul apartment building, a path he had taken many times before. But this time, he walked into an opportunity.