Stepping On - Catholic Healthcare - Must be registered with My Aged Care
Catholic Healthcare Home and Community Services, 2 Tony McGrane Place
Dubbo
2830
Contact details
Phone: 02 6881 3703
Email: Kelly.Howarth@chcs.com.au
Website: https://www.catholichealthcare.com.au/campaigns/stepping-on/
Program details
Stepping On is a 7-week falls prevention program for adults 65 years and over and Aboriginal adults aged 45 years and over, who have had a fall or are fearful of falling.
- The program will help you learn how to reduce your risk of falling and how to maintain your independence.
- Stepping On includes gentle group exercise to improve your balance and educational talks from experts.
- Educational talks from guest speakers - topics covered include home hazards, community safety, managing your medications and more.
- No prior knowledge or exercise experience is required!
* FEES - This program is free for participants eligible under the My Aged Care Commonwealth Home Support Program.
Please contact us if you would like support registering with My Aged Care. Participants ineligible under this program are able to attend through self-funding or we can support you to find an alternative program or service.
Opening hours:
All programs run for 7 weeks.
Programs are run throughout the year and bookings are essential.
CALL 02 6881 3703 TO REGISTER!
Cost:
Free
Target age:
65 Plus
Participants who would not be suitable for the program:
People with dementia, cognitive impairment or progressive neurological diseases.
People who rely on a walking frame within their home.
People living in residential aged care facilities.
Special requirements or conditions:
Participants should wear comfortable clothing and appropriate footwear to exercise in.
Minimum experience:
Beginner
Leader qualifications:
Stepping On Facilitator
Healthcare clearance requirement:
Yes
Parking availability:
Yes
Transport options:
- Bus
- Community Transport
Special directions:
Catholic Healthcare Home and Community Services - located corner Cobbora Road and Tony McGrane Place (at the traffic lights).