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.

Opening hours:

Not currently available.

Please phone the hospital physio department on 6969 5915 for more information on a similar program "Better Balance".

Cost:

Free

Target age:

65 Plus

Participants who would not be suitable for the program:

Progressive neurological conditions, dementia and neuromuscular conditions

Minimum experience:

Beginner

Leader qualifications:

Nurse

Occupational Therapist