AGE UK’s Bromsgrove, Redditch and Wyre Forest branch have been awarded a grant to help expand its activity sessions for older adults.
Worcestershire County Council issued Age UK Bromsgrove, Redditch and Wyre Forest with a wellbeing grant to support the charity’s Move More sessions.
Move More supports older adults to keep physically active and stay independent for longer whilst providing social connections and a place to have fun and feel good.
Maureen, who has been going to the class in Matchborough, Redditch since October last year, said: “I joined the class because I live alone after being widowed and knew I needed to get some exercise, but I also wanted to meet people.
“Right from my first session everyone was so friendly and welcoming. I find when I come on a Wednesday morning I am energised for the rest of the day and usually do another activity in the afternoon.
“If I didn’t have Move More I would probably slip into lethargy – it ticks all the boxes for me – I do feel fitter and more flexible because of the classes and I love coming.”
Maureen is just one of many attendees who have praised the service. You can visit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=97dksKyd8dQ to hear more participants thoughts.
Councillor David Ross, Cabinet Member with Responsibility for Health and Wellbeing took part in one of the sessions and said: “It’s a real workout I can tell you that.
“The instructor is fab and really makes you work every muscle group whilst focusing on strengthening the movements we all need in everyday life such as sitting and standing and hand grip.
“The atmosphere here is very welcoming and friendly and I can see this group have really gelled together.
“This is a fine example of a health and wellbeing grant improving both vital fitness levels in older people but also boosting social connectivity and combatting loneliness. A fantastic project.”
Visit https://www.ageuk.org.uk/brwf/activities-and-events/ and https://www.worcestershire.gov.uk/council-services/health-and-wellbeing/healthy-adults/get-active/physical-activity-wellbeing-grant for more information.
