Steady As You Go | Senior Falls Prevention | Paeroa

🌟 Steady As You Go© is a gentle community-based falls prevention programme designed specifically for older adults. Join us at St Johns Hall in Paeroa to improve your strength, balance, and mobility through guided exercises in a supportive environment.

This class is perfect for those with limited mobility, using walking aids, or feeling unsure about physical activities. Activities include both seated and standing exercises, making it accessible for varying mobility levels.

• When & Where: St Johns Hall, 31 Belmont Road, Paeroa
• Cost: $2 per session
• Duration: 45 minutes
• Contact: Francine Hills at 027 340 1785 or support@achc.org.nz

👵🏼 Who can join: Anyone aged 65+ (or 55+ for Māori and Pasifika), or individuals at increased risk of falling who can safely participate.

🧦 What to bring: Comfortable clothing and supportive footwear suitable for movement.

Classes follow an instructional CD and offer a wonderful opportunity to improve your wellbeing while making new friends!

Benefits of Falls Prevention Exercise for Seniors

🍃 Falls prevention programmes like Steady As You Go© are vital for maintaining independence and confidence in later years. These specialised classes focus on improving three critical aspects of physical wellbeing:

• Strength: Gentle resistance exercises help maintain muscle mass, which naturally declines with age. Even small improvements in strength can make everyday activities like standing from a chair much easier.
• Balance: Targeted exercises challenge and improve your balance systems, reducing wobbliness and increasing stability during daily activities.
• Mobility: Keeping joints moving through their full range helps maintain flexibility and freedom of movement.

Regular participation in falls prevention classes has been shown to reduce fall risk by up to 30% in community-dwelling older adults. Beyond the physical benefits, these classes provide valuable social connections that contribute to overall wellbeing and mental health.

Age Concern Hauraki Coromandel runs similar classes throughout the peninsula, reflecting their commitment to keeping seniors active, engaged and independent. Look out for their Dance & Movement classes as well for more activity options.

Join our supportive community today and take a positive step toward maintaining your independence and quality of life! 🌿