Healthwise

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REFERRAL SCHEME

The Healthwise physical activity referral scheme introduces individuals to the benefits of physical activity in order to help reduce risk factors for chronic disease and manage existing medical conditions.

How to register?

If you are interested in Healthwise, please speak to your GP or Practice Nurse, who will review your request. Once approved, your GP or Practice Nurse will send your referral form to us, and we will contact you to book your first appointment.

How much does it cost?

Whether you’re interested in visiting a few times a month or looking for all-inclusive access to activities more than once a week, you’ll find reduced-price pay-as-you-go or monthly Direct Debit options that work for you.

PHASE IV CARDIAC CLASS

Phase IV Cardiac gym classes have been developed for graduates who have completed a Phase III programme and for individuals with established Coronary Heart Disease referred from their GP. Phase IV runs over 12 weeks. Classes are supervised by our fully qualified Cardiac Rehab Specialist Exercise Instructors.

How to register?

Following completion of the Phase III Cardiac Rehabilitation programme, you can be referred to continue into our Phase IV programme. You can also be assessed and referred by your GP. Once the referral is received, we will contact you to book your first appointment.

Sessions take place as follows:

The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Centre, Wednesday 10am -12pm; Friday 10am -12pm (1-hour booking)

How much does it cost?

Whether you're interested in visiting a few times a month or looking for all-inclusive access to activities more than once a week, you'll find reduced-price pay-as-you-go or monthly Direct Debit options that work for you.

BETTER BALANCE

Better Balance is a friendly, person-centred group programme designed to improve strength, balance and confidence in everyday activities.
Led by a qualified Falls Prevention Specialist, sessions follow the evidence-based FaME programme, helping participants build stability and learn practical skills such as safely getting up from the floor.

Benefits include:

• Improved strength and balance
• Reduced risk of falls and related injuries
• Greater confidence and independence
• Enhanced wellbeing and social connection

How to register?

If you’re interested in joining a Better Balance course, please speak to your Health professional. They will review your suitability and, if appropriate, refer you to the programme.
Once we receive your referral, our team will contact you to book you onto the next course. 

How much does it cost?

Whether you're interested in visiting a few times a month or looking for all-inclusive access to activities more than once a week, you'll find reduced-price pay-as-you-go or monthly Direct Debit options that work for you.

HEALTH WALK

Open to all age groups and free to join in, walkers can enjoy a number of routes taking in the nearby countryside and local parks. When each walk is completed, there will be the opportunity to enjoy refreshments at the leisure centre’s café.

Better Healthwise Coordinator, Phil Hanrahan, said:

"Walking is underrated as a form of exercise. It is the ideal exercise for people of all ages and fitness levels who want to be more active. Walking in a group is a sociable activity and one of the best ways to improve your physical and mental well-being."

There is no need to book, just come along to the centre. The walk takes place every Tuesday at 11am (60-90 minutes).