Program details

Stepping On is a seven-week group-based program designed for people who are living at home and have experienced a fall or are concerned about falling.

Stepping On is free for adults over the age of 65 years or Aboriginal adults over the age of 45 years.

It covers a range of issues, including falls and risk, strength and balance exercises, home hazards, safe footwear, vision and falls, safety in public places and community mobility. The program is delivered in weekly two-hour sessions for seven weeks.

Contact us to register for the next available program!

Opening hours:

• Please contact us to register for the next available program in your area. 
• Phone: 02 4267 0164
• Email: ISLHD-HealthyAgeing@health.nsw.gov.au 

Cost:

Free

Target age:

65 Plus

Participants who would not be suitable for the program:

Stepping On is not suitable for people with dementia or those who need a 4WF to walk indoors.

Special requirements or conditions:

Participants should wear comfortable clothing and appropriate footwear to exercise in.

Minimum experience:

Beginner

Leader qualifications:

Exercise Physiologist

Occupational Therapist

Physiotherapist

Healthcare clearance requirement:

Yes