C. Jones, Debra Rose. The first book to detail the fundamental knowledge and skills associated with the curriculum standards for training physical activity instructors of older adults. The proposed standards were developed by a national coalition of senior fitness specialists and published in 1998 in the Journal of Aging and Physical Activity. Physical Activity Instruction…
DetailsExercise for Frail Elders – Betsy Best-Martini, Kim Botenhagen-DiGenova Designing an exercise programme as part of either a general recreation, restorative or rehabilitation programme. It is a practical reference for instructors working with seniors, the frail elderly and other special adult populations. Each exercise has photos and safety tips as well as variation and progression…
DetailsPatricia A Brill. An illustrated guide for professionals working with older adults over the age of 65, especially those who have a reduced quality of life. Specific guidelines are included for working with older adults with arthritis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, depression, diabetes, heart disease, hypertension, osteoporosis and stroke. ISBN: 0736046569 You can buy the…
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Improving your balance is extremely important to prevent falls. The American Geriatrics Society believe you can improve your balance dramatically in just two minutes per day. Click on the image opposite to download the exercises
Preventing accidental falls in and around the home – information for friends, neighbours, relatives and carers of older people.
This leaflet is now out of print, but you can download the pdf here.
How to avoid falls in the home – Information for older people. This booklet gives advice on how to Be safe….. Be Careful….Be Independent.
This leaflet is now out of print, but a pdf can be downloaded here.
Information for older people on how to use the stairs safely.
This leaflet is designed to give practical advice and simple steps that you can take to reduce the risk of falling on stairs.
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Debra J.Rose ISBN 0-7360-4088-9 A comprehensive balance and mobility training programme from Debra Rose. The second edition of FallProof! A Comprehensive Balance and Mobility Training Program is a practical guide to implementing a multidimensional balance and mobility training program to address the increasing incidence of falls among older adults. Now packaged with a DVD, this…
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Deanna Wilson
What science tells us about ageing well
You can purchase this and other lifeguides from AgeUK, click here.
Cynthia Quarta.
Fair Winds Press. ISBN – 1-931412-60-X
Easy 15 minute routines for beginners. Available from good bookshops from Amazon.
