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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: OCR3599 | Last Full Update: 15 Mar 2019 |
| Names | |
|---|---|
| Alternate Name | Fall Prevention Exercise Program |
| Location & Accessibility | |
| Located In Community | Ottawa |
| Address & Map | |
| Mailing Address | 100 Constellation Dr Ottawa, ON K2G 6J8 |
| Physical Access | Not Applicable |
| Description and Services | |
| Description (Service) | Fall prevention group exercise program for beginners * offered twice a week for 10 weeks Instruction by a certified fitness instructor to increase muscle strength, balance and coordination |
| Hours | Administration Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm |
| Areas Served | Ottawa - Central, West, East, South |
| Eligibility | Ages: 65 year(s) and up Older adults 65 years and older who live in Ottawa |
| Application | Call to register * a list of locations can be found on the website |
| Languages | English ; French |
| Fees | None |
| Service Categories | Fall Prevention Programs ~ Older Adults ; Physical Fitness ~ Older Adults |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 613-580-6744 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-866-426-8885 |
| TTY Phone | 613-580-9656 |
| Website | www.ottawapublichealth.ca/en/public-health-topics/better-strength--better-balance--exercise-program.aspx |
| Other Details | |
| Funding | City / Town - City of Ottawa Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services ; Provincial - Champlain Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) |
| Resources | Website |
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