SMART Exercise Program (Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together)
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274 Head St N
Strathroy, ON
N7G 4L7
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519-245-3170
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Toll-Free: 1-800-265-7058
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Fax: 519-245-3164
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As scheduled * contact for specific times
Application
Call for more information or to be assessed

Eligibility - Population(s) Served
Adults 55 years and older

Fees
Free

Languages
English

Area(s) Served
Strathroy and Adelaide-Metcalfe (Rural Middlesex)

Accessibility
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Accessibility Note
Some class sites are wheelchair accessible * call for specifics

Description of Services:
Group exercise and falls prevention classes for older adults and people with mobility issues and chronic conditions * aims to improve strength and balance to prevent injury and falls

Classes are instructed by volunteers and staff trained in the VON SMARTĀ® (Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together) program

There are 3 levels of classes:

Low Mobility
  • offered in retirement homes (may be open to community members)
  • designed to support improvement for those with limited mobility
  • classes are primarily seated with standing components as tolerated

Mid Mobility
  • offered in community and retirement settings
  • designed for those with a moderate level of ability
  • class is a mix of both standing and seated components

High Mobility
  • offered in community settings
  • designed for those with a moderate to vigorous level of ability
  • provides the option to participate at a higher level of intensity


All participants must be pre-registered for classes before attending * drop-ins not accepted at this time * call 519-659-2273 ext 22267 to pre-register
Meetings:
Classes are being offered in person in some regions, as well as virtually * please contact VON office for more details

Locations:

  • Ailsa Craig Community Centre
  • Caradoc Community Centre
  • Compass Church
  • Craigwiel Gardens
  • Davis Manor
  • East Christian Reformed Church
  • Glencoe Arena
  • Ilderton Community Bible Church
  • Mount Brydges Legion
  • Parkhill Community Centre
  • Season's Retirement Communities
  • Thorndale Community Centre
  • Trillium Village
  • Twin Elm Estates
  • Vital Point Church
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