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SMART Exercise and Falls Prevention Program

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175 S Edgeware Rd
St Thomas, ON
N5P 4C4
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St Thomas: 519-637-6408
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Toll-Free: 1-800-201-0909
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Fax: 1-833-694-1483
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Application

All participants must be pre-registered for classes before attending * drop-ins not accepted at this time * call 519-659-2273 ext 22267 to pre-register

Eligibility / Target Population

Adults 55 years and older * adults with a disability

Fees

Free

Executives

Debra Selwyn - Director, Home and Community Care

Contacts

Jillian Maracle - SMART Supervisor Middlesex-Eglin
Jill Smith - Manager, Community Support Services
jill.smith@von.ca

Languages

English

Area Served

Elgin and area

Accessibility

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Description of Services

Offers group exercise to older adults and individuals with mobility issues or chronic conditions. Classes focus on improving balance, flexibility, strength and coordination to help people maintain independence as they age.

Classes are instructed by volunteers and staff trained in the VON SMARTĀ® (Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together) program.

There are 3 levels of classes:

Low Mobility
  • Offered in retirement homes (may be open to community members)
  • Designed to support improvement for those with limited mobility
  • Classes are primarily seated with standing components as tolerated

Mid Mobility
  • Offered in community and retirement settings
  • Designed for those who may be new to exercise, struggle with balance, or are experiencing some mobility limitations
  • Classes are a mix of both standing and seated components

High Mobility
  • Offered in community settings
  • Designed for those with a moderate to high level of physical fitness
  • Provides the option to participate at a higher level of intensity
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