Niagara (Region of). Community Services Department
Site: South Niagara Health and Wellness Centre
Service: Seniors Services - Seniors Community Programs: Independent Living/Wellness Curriculum
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: NIA0012 | Last Modified: 11 Sep 2020 | Last Full Update: 27 Sep 2019 |
| Contact Details | |
|---|---|
| Office Phone | 905-714-4407 |
| Fax | 905-714-9474 |
| jenn.bandi@niagararegion.ca | |
| Primary Contact | Jenn Bandi, Coordinator; Email: jenn.bandi@niagararegion.ca |
| Site Details | |
| Areas Served | Niagara Region |
| Located In Community | Welland |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Woodlawn Rd and First Ave |
| Service and Access Details | |
| Description (Service) | COVID-19: Programs have been temporarily suspended. All active clients are able to receive scheduled wellness telephone calls. A revolving 12 week Independent Living/Wellness curriculum for older adults focusing on four main themes: Promoting Health and Preventing Disease and Injury, Optimizing Mental and Physical Function, Managing Chronic Conditions and Engaging with Life. Participation in the curriculum is included in the Ambulatory Rehab Program. Topics include: * The Importance of Physical Activity * Fall Prevention * Foot Care * Managing Mental Health * Community Engagement * Meaningful Activities * Goal Setting * Nutrition * Medication Safety * Sleep Hygiene * Arthritis * Diabetes * Heart Health * Osteoporosis * Lifelong Learning |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 9 am-12 noon, 1 pm-4 pm |
| Eligibility | Ages: 55 year(s) and up Older adults experiencing a decline in physical function and/or are inactive; are motivated to stay healthy, safe and strong. Participants must be able to transfer independently or with one person assist. |
| Application | Self and agency referrals accepted, call for information. *Physician's referral needed to receive physiotherapy services (for those experiencing a high volume of falls, at risk of hospitalization or recently discharged from hospital). |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None ; Transportation and parking costs are the responsibility of the participant |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Other Details | |
| Legal Status | (50) Non Profit |
| Funding | Provincial - Ministry of Health and Long Term Care ; LHIN |
| Service Categories | Wellness Programs ~ Older Adults |