Join the Stepping On program!
Stepping On is a FREE 7-week fall prevention program for adults aged 65 years and over and Aboriginal adults aged 45 years and over.
- The program will help you learn how to reduce your risk of falling and how to maintain your independence.
- Stepping On includes gentle group exercise to improve your balance and educational talks from experts.
- Topics covered include home hazards, community safety, managing your medications and more.
- No prior knowledge or exercise experience is required!
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To register for Stepping On call 1800 255 774 or register online below.
What's included in the program?
What's included in the program?
The Stepping On program includes:
- Weekly, 2-hour group sessions
- Educational talks from experts
- Gentle group exercise to improve balance
- Weekly handouts and an exercise manual
Who is the program for?
Who is the program for?
Stepping On is for older adults who:
- Are 65 years and over, or 45 years and over for Aboriginal adults
- Have had a recent fall or are fearful of falling
- Are living independently in the community (i.e. not in a nursing home)
- Are able to walk safely inside their home without a walking aid
How do I sign up?
How do I sign up?
To register for Stepping On call 1800 255 774 or click here to complete the online registration form.
Once you have completed your registration, your local Stepping On Coordinator will contact you when a program is available near you.
When does the program run?
When does the program run?
Programs are run throughout the year on an as-needed basis.
Once you complete your online registration, a Stepping On team member will contact you when there is a program available in your local area. Please note that programs run for 7-weeks and it may take some time for a program to become available near you.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact MOH-ActiveAgeing@health.nsw.gov.au.
Is there a program near me?
Is there a program near me?
Stepping On programs are run on an as-needed basis and are organised by Local Health Districts. To search for a Stepping On program in your local area, follow the below steps:
- Click here to view the Local Health District map
- Look at the map to see which Local Health District you live in
- Click on the relevant Local Health District link below the map
- Filter the search results by 'Stepping On'
Alternatively, you can click here to register for the Stepping On program and be notified when a program is available in your local area.
