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Program: SMART Falls Prevention and Group Exercise Classes for Seniors

Organizations: Victorian Order of Nurses - Middlesex-Elgin
London Community Support Services
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

Fees: Free
Eligibility - Population(s) Served: Adults 55 years and older
Application: No referral required
Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible      Wheelchair Accessible
Languages: English
Area(s) Served: London and area

Phone Numbers: 519-659-2273
Fax: 519-659-6191
Website: www.vonme.ca
Address: 1151 Florence St, Suite 200
London, ON
N5W 2M7
Intersection: Eleanor St and Florence St
Location: London (East)
Hours: As scheduled * contact for specific times
Executives: Debra Selwyn - Director, Home and Community Care
Contacts: Dee-Ann Vickers - Manager, Home and Community Care
519-659-2273 ext 22348
Jillian Maracle - Supervisor
 
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