Byw’n dda, Henwi’n dda
A 6-week course to help you stay strong, active and connected
The Live Well, Age Well course has been co-produced alongside people who are interested in healthy ageing, including community members and professionals, to support people to live well as they age.
We can’t stop the ageing process but there are things that we can do now to help us to age well. We can make choices that improve our ability to maintain an active life, to do the things we enjoy, and to spend quality time with loved ones.
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The Live Well, Age Well course will support you to:
- Learn about different ways to look after your health and well-being as you age
- Try different exercises/activities designed to improve your movement and function
- Reduce your risk of having a fall
- Find local opportunities and activities to keep you connected
Invest in your health and well-being today for a healthier tomorrow
What does the Live Well, Age Well course involve?
- The course is 6 weeks long
- You will attend 2 sessions each week (12 weeks in total)
- 15-20 minutes group discussion on a specific topic relating to ageing well
- 30-40 minutes of different exercises/activities designed to improve your movement and function
"Best course I have ever attended!!"
“I have felt a lot more confident since starting the course, coaches were fantastic. Feel motivated to do more exercise"
“I feel I benefited from the course and seeing other people in the same position as me, having support from others”
What topics are discussed?
During each session we will discuss a different topic relating to living well as you age:
- Introductions and Healthy Ageing
- Physical Activity
- Pacing, Planning and Prioritising
- Brain Health
- Healthy Eating
- Preventing Falls
- Future Proofing
- Mid-course review and Action Planning
- Mental Health and Well-being
- Stress and Anxiety
- Sleep and Relaxation
- Next Steps
What exercises and activities will I try?
You will be supported to try out different activities to find the ones that you enjoy including;
- Strength and balance exercises
- Tai Chi
- Nordic Walking
