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Mobility Group Exercise Class

The Mobility Group is a once a week for 8 consecutive weeks group exercise and education program for individuals aged 65 years and older who have experienced a decline in their mobility. It is designed to improve their physical function and reduce risk of falls. Clients may be using a walking frame or walking stick.

Clients will have their gait analysed and lower limb strength and balance tested. An individualised home exercise program to improve lower limb strength and balance is provided to participants.

At the end of the Mobility Group program, clients are encouraged to continue their exercise regime at home and/or join a community-based exercise group for long-term maintenance of activity

Who to Refer

A resident of the Sutherland Shire aged 65 years and older who has experienced a decline in their mobility.

Referral Criteria

A person that has mobility issues and:

  1. Is a resident of the Sutherland Shire and aged 65 years or older
  2. Has a cognition level suitable to engage in the program
  3. Able and willing to exercise in a small group setting
  4. Is motivated to continue an exercise regime at home
  5. Has a goal of participating in a community-based outside activity

Exclusion criteria:

  1. People living in aged care facilities who have access to their own physiotherapist
  2. Third party, insurance, or NDIS clients
  3. People who are currently accessing external community exercise programs
  4. People who require constant 1:1 supervision

People unable to walk independently (with or without walking aid)

How to Refer

Mark attention MOBILITY GROUP.

Referrals accepted from any healthcare provider.

Must complete an Access and Referral Form

  1. Electronic Medical Record (eMR) referral (TSH) to Southcare Community
  2. Fax Access and Referral Form to (02) 9540 7869 or scan and email to SESLHDSouthCareIntake@health.nsw.gov.au

 

Is there a Waiting List

Yes

Waiting List Details

A prioritisation tool is utilised to triage referrals.

Priority is given to clients with a recent history of falls.

Approximate Cost

Donations towards gym equipment are welcome.

Limited bus transport to and from the program is available for residents of the Sutherland Shire at a cost of $5 per session.

Do you need an Interpreter?

Please let us know if you need an interpreter. You can contact us by telephoning the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) on 131 450. Tell the operator what language you speak, and then ask the interpreter to set up a telephone conversation between you, an interpreter, and us on 9540 7540.