SMART Falls Prevention and Group Exercise Classes for Seniors

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175 S Edgeware Rd
St Thomas, ON
N5P 4C4
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St Thomas: 519-637-6408
East Elgin: 519-765-2999
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Toll-Free: 1-800-201-0909
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Fax: 519-631-4798
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As scheduled * contact for specific times
Last updated: Jul 10, 2024: Suggest an edit

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 - Population(s) Served

Adults 55 years and older * adults with a disability

Fees

Free

Executives

Debra Selwyn - Director, Home and Community Care
debra.selwyn@von.ca

Contacts

Jill Smith - Manager, Home and Community Care
jill.smith@von.ca

Languages

English

Area(s) Served

Elgin and area

Accessibility

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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


Last updated: Jul 10, 2024: Suggest an edit
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