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The overall aim is to improve the quality of life for older people in Sandwell through a more active lifestyle.
This will be achieved by establishing a community based multi-intervention physical activity programme.
Active Sandwell targets those hard to reach groups who do not normally take part in physical activity or sport. These are:
- Older people 60+ and frail elderly
- Elders from Pakistani and Bangladeshi communities
- Older people from the Irish community
- Older disabled people
Activities include:
- EXTEND Sessions
- Tea Dances
- Health Walks
- Gardening
- Swimming
- Falls Prevention
- GreenGym and More
Working in partnership with Sandwell PCT, Sandwell Leisure Trust, Agewell, Sport England and various community organisations, the long term vision of the programme is to develop a healthy and more active older population in Sandwell.
If you are interested in any of the above please contact the Active Sandwell Coordinator Deborah Davies on 0121 525 7618 or 07976 391482.
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