As scheduled * contact for specific times Administration: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm
Application
Call for more information or to be assessed
Eligibility / Target Population
Adults 55 years and older * people with mobility issues
Fees
Free
Executives
Debra Selwyn - Director, Home and Community Care debra.selwyn@von.ca Jill Smith - Manager, Home and Community Care jill.smith@von.ca
Languages
English
Area Served
Dorchester and Rural Middlesex
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Description of Services
Group exercise and falls prevention classes for older adults and people
with mobility issues and chronic conditions * aims to improve strength
and balance to prevent injury and falls
Classes are instructed
by volunteers and staff trained in the VON SMART®
(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 with a moderate level of ability
class is a mix of both standing and seated components
High Mobility
offered in community settings
designed for those with a moderate to vigorous level of ability
provides the option to participate at a higher level of intensity
Wheelchair Accessible
