Program details

Maintain your independence to remain living safely in your own home now and all the years to come. 

These sessions are designed to improve balance, strength and well-being, as well as increase confidence and mobility.  They are followed by a free cuppa and chat, so are a great way to enjoy an outing and to meet and make friends. 

The service is evidence based and follows the Australian Best Practice Guidelines for Falls Prevention and Best Practice Recommendations of Exercise to Prevent Falls in Older Adults.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Community dwelling
• Self mobilising with or without a walking aid
• Medically stable - some participants may require a signed Doctor's referral
• Dementia / cognitive impaired participants must be accompanied by carer

Opening hours:

Tuesdays: 11am – 12noon

Cost:

Cost per visit: $12

Target age:

50 Plus, Over 50 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders

Participants who would not be suitable for the program:

- Those who do not live in the community (i.e., live in a nursing home)
- Those who cannot self-mobilise with or without a walking aid
- Those who are not medically stable - some participants may require a signed Doctor's referral
- Those with dementia / cognitive impaired participants must be accompanied by carer

Minimum experience:

Beginner

Leader qualifications:

Exercise Scientist

Private health insurance rebates:

Yes