Age Concern Hauraki Coromandel
Thames, Waikato
Our Mission is to promote services and support for the well-being of older people in their community.
Upcoming Events
Tue 17 Mar
10:00 amSteady As You Go: Falls Prevention Class Coromandel
Steady As You Go Falls Prevention Class in Coromandel If you're new to exercise or feel unsure about physical activities, this class is a reassuring place to start. It's designed for older adults with limited mobility, using gentle exercises to build strength, balance, and mobility. The sessions include both seated and standing options, guided by an instructional CD in a supportive setting. You'll find it at 155 Pottery Lane, Coromandel 3506. These falls prevention exercises help reduce the risk of falling and boost confidence in daily movements. Regular attendance can strengthen muscles for better stability, improve coordination, and ease worries about falls. It's open to anyone aged 65 or older, or 55 or older for Māori and Pasifika people, as well as those at higher risk who can join safely. Wear comfortable clothing and supportive shoes to get the most out of it.
Coromandel, Waikato
Tue 17 Mar
10:00 amSteady As You Go: Senior Balance Classes in Ngatea
Steady As You Go: Senior Balance Classes in Ngatea Steady As You Go is a community-based falls prevention programme for the older community. It offers gentle exercises that build strength, balance, and mobility in a supportive setting at the Thames Valley Hockey Pavilion in Ngatea, Waikato. These classes suit people with limited mobility, including those using walking aids or feeling unsure about physical activities. You can expect a mix of seated and standing exercises guided by an instructional CD. The sessions create a social atmosphere where you can make new friends while accommodating varying mobility needs. Regular participation helps reduce fall risk, increase muscle strength, and boost confidence in everyday movements. It also supports better wellbeing through group interaction and physical activity. This approach makes it easier to stay independent and active as you age.
Ngatea, Waikato
Wed 18 Mar
10:00 amGentle Falls Prevention Class at Waihi Art Museum
Gentle Falls Prevention Class at Waihi Art Museum In a typical session of this Steady As You Go class, you will do gentle seated and standing exercises to help with strength, balance, and mobility. These activities use a guided instructional CD, so everyone can follow along easily. The class takes place at the Waihi Arts Centre and Museum in Waihi, Waikato, in a supportive space designed for older adults. You will feel welcome in this friendly group setting where people come together to stay active and make new friends. It suits older adults aged 65 and over, or those 55 and over if Māori or Pasifika, as well as anyone at increased risk of falling who can join in safely. The exercises are gentle and fit those with limited mobility. Joining helps build confidence and wellbeing through simple, regular movement.
Waihi, Waikato
Wed 18 Mar
01:30 pmSteady As You Go | Senior Falls Prevention | Paeroa
Steady As You Go Falls Prevention Class in PaeroaSteady As You Go is a gentle falls prevention programme geared towards older adults. It helps build strength, balance, and mobility through simple exercises. The class takes place at St Johns Hall in Paeroa, Waikato.You will enjoy a supportive and friendly atmosphere as you join in seated and standing activities. This makes it just right for those with limited mobility, using walking aids, or feeling unsure about physical activities. Come along to stay steady and make some new friends while improving your wellbeing.
Paeroa, Waikato
Thu 19 Mar
10:00 amSteady As You Go: Falls Prevention Class Coromandel
Steady As You Go Falls Prevention Class in Coromandel If you're new to exercise or feel unsure about physical activities, this class is a reassuring place to start. It's designed for older adults with limited mobility, using gentle exercises to build strength, balance, and mobility. The sessions include both seated and standing options, guided by an instructional CD in a supportive setting. You'll find it at 155 Pottery Lane, Coromandel 3506. These falls prevention exercises help reduce the risk of falling and boost confidence in daily movements. Regular attendance can strengthen muscles for better stability, improve coordination, and ease worries about falls. It's open to anyone aged 65 or older, or 55 or older for Māori and Pasifika people, as well as those at higher risk who can join safely. Wear comfortable clothing and supportive shoes to get the most out of it.
Coromandel, Waikato