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Seniors | Resources
 
There are a variety of resources available for seniors and service providers.
 
 
 
 

 

Australian Governments physical activity guide for older Australians: Choose Health Be Active
This resource offers ideas for keeping active at no cost, including balance and strength exercises that can be done at home.

 

 
 
 
Department of Communities - Get Active Seniors brochure
 

Read these important tips and hints before you begin exercising.

Try some of these simple exercises from the comfort of your own home.

Ageing with vitality workbook
Plan and achieve your physical activity goals by using this workbook to help plan and record your progress
 
 
Answers lots of your questions about catching public transport
 
 
The holder of a Seniors Card issued in any Australian state or territory is entitled to a 50 per cent concession on urban public transport throughout the state. Click on the link for further information on how to apply for, manage and use the Seniors Card.
 

Stay On Your Feet® long checklist
This more comprehensive checklist covers wellbeing, nutrition, physical activity, health conditions, footwear and hazards in and around the home. You can then discuss any concerns with your health professional.

Stay On Your Feet® short checklist
This short checklist helps you to identify reasons why you may fall. Any concerns can then be discussed with your health professional.
 
 
 
 

Stay On Your Feet® Community Guidelines
These guidelines have been developed for professionals based on the latest evidence, program experience and evaluation of falls prevention strategies. They cover demographics, incidence, risk factors, awareness raising activities and falls prevention interventions.
   
 
This website and the information it contains is not intended as a substitute for professional consultation with a qualified practitioner.