Purposeful Movement for Older Adults - Lethbridge

This program has been developed to address a significant gap in the industry of Physical Activity Programs for older adults residing in Alberta communities.  As the demographics of Alberta shift toward an aging majority, the demand for exercise/physical activity programs specifically designed for the older adult is continually increasing.  This manual will provide practitioners and leaders with an exercise program appropriate and adaptable for Older Adults housed both within the community and seniors facilities. Program Highlights:

• Falls Prevention/Intervention

• Basic Physical Culture routines, designed specifically for all older adults: Able Body, frail, and disabled.

• Fusion based chair exercises

• Special conditions considerations

• Benefits outline