Physical Activity Resources for Older AdultsGuides GuidesActive Independent Aging—A community guide for falls prevention and active livingThis comprehensive guide, available online, is an excellent reference for physical activity leaders. It provides information on physical activity promotion and falls among older adults and offers a broad range of valuable resources including videos, fact sheets, manuals, checklists, books and audiocassettes. Canada’s Physical Activity Guide & Handbook to Healthy Active Living for Older AdultsThe Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology and Health Canada recommend that older men and women accumulate 30 - 60 minutes of moderate physical activity most days of the week, to maintain good health and an improved quality of life. To obtain a free copy of the guide or for more information, call 1-888-334-9769 or go to Canada's Physical Activity Guide to Healthy Active Living. City of Ottawa Recreation GuidePick up a copy of “The Guide” today for your fitness, sports and leisure needs. The Recreation Guide contains a great selection of popular programs and services that are affordable, convenient to access and in your neighbourhood. For more information, visit any Client Service Centre, local recreation facility, or link to the web site. Information manuals / Downloadable workshops“Physical Activity and Older Adults” from the Physical Activity Resource Centre (PARC)Need to give a presentation on physical activity? This free resource is available - for you to download and adapt to any audience. You can access the workshop online. Exercise leader training and certificationBreak Through ProgramDeveloped by Osteoporosis Canada, this program targets adults over 50 with the aim of preventing and treating osteoporosis through a combination of physical activity and nutrition. Workshops may be available to assist individuals to deliver the 9-module program in their own community. Other resources include an instructor’s manual along with two DVDs and a comprehensive reference guide to osteoporosis. For more information, call 1-800-463-6842 or go online. Can-Fit-Pro Older Adult Fitness Specialist CourseThis comprehensive 16-hour course is designed to provide fitness and health professionals with education to help them make safe and effective decisions when developing and delivering activity and exercise programs for the older adult. Current certification as a health professional, fitness instructor or personal trainer is required. For more information call 1-800-667-5622. Home Support Exercise Program CertificationThe Canadian Centre for Activity and Aging (CCAA) has developed an evidence-based exercise program for seniors consisting of 10 simple and progressive exercises designed to maintain and improve their functional independence. The program is geared to those working as personal support workers, volunteers or caregivers. It includes an exercise video and illustrated booklet. Other CCAA courses include Restorative Care, Senior’s Fitness Instructor and Training for the Trainer. For further information on training, call 613-236-0428 and speak with Sharon Oatway at the Good Companions Centre. Call the CCAA at 1-519-661-1612 or visit their Web site. National Capital Region YMCA-YWCAThe Y Education Centre has an Older Adult Certification program available. This program is for individuals who have acquired the prerequisites of Basic Theory & Group Fitness Certification. The program focuses on physiological considerations when working with Older Adults. For more information call the Centre at 613-237-1320, ext. 5116 or visit them online. Senior Fitness Instructors Course (SFIC)The Canadian Centre for Activity and Aging (CCAA), with the University of Western-Ontario has developed this certification program for people who want to learn about designing and instructing effective, safe, and enjoyable group fitness classes and programs. A certificate of recognition will be awarded to all those who successfully complete the 36-hour, in-class theory portion of the course. Call the CCAA at 1-519-661-1612 or visit their Web site at www.uwo.ca/actage Steady As You Go (SAYGO)The SAYGO program aims at reducing the number of falls for healthy, independent seniors, who wish to remain independent, by increasing awareness of their risks for falls and encouraging them to make changes in their behaviour and environment. This is a leadership-training program for “senior leaders” supported and facilitated by health professionals. Resources include an agency and facilitator manual and a 33-minute exercise video. The program is also available in French. For more information, contact Ellie Robson at Capital Health Authority by telephone, 780-413-7954 or by fax at 780-482-4194. Spirit in MotionThis culturally-relevant resource includes a video and handbook for aboriginal older adults, and outlines easy to follow exercises recommended for individuals who work with aboriginal communities. To order a copy, visit www.niichro.com ViActiveKino-Québec offers all kinds of great ViActive program resources in French, promoting active living for older adults including exercise videos, dance classes, aquatic courses and activity resource kits. The ViActive exercise kit is perfect for individuals or peer-led groups. The kit includes three audiocassettes with over 100 different types of exercises and practical tips for older adults. Resources are available by ordering online, for a fee, at www.kino-quebec.qc.ca Audiocassettes1. Active Seniors Program for Older AdultsThis easy-to-use activity program offered by Ottawa Public Health is beneficial to all seniors, including those using wheelchairs, walkers or canes. It features a 45-minute audiocassette and instruction manual that guides participants through a variety of exercises to improve balance, muscular strength, stability and flexibility. To obtain your copy of this bilingual resource, contact Urmila Hivale at 613-580-6744, ext. 23766. The cost of this program is $20, plus shipping and handling. 2. Positive StepsDesigned as easy-to-follow exercise program for three levels of ability, this fall prevention resource is available as a booklet, audiocassette and video.
To order, call the Active Living Coordinator of the Regina Health District at 1-306-766-7731 Videos & DVDs1. Breakthrough Program—Exercise for Life—DVDLaunched by Osteoporosis Canada, this DVD outlines exercises to maintain bone strength, improve posture, balance and strengthen muscles. You can order your copy by telephone at 1-800-463-6842. Cost is $20, plus shipping and handling. 2. Celebrate Active Living: Gentle Exercises for People with ArthritisThrough this simple to use, instructional video, people with arthritis can develop a personal exercise program suited to their individual needs. Cost is $8. Please contact the Arthritis Society of Canada at 1-800-321-1433. 3. Exercise: A Guide from the National Institute on AgingThis program for older adults includes a videocassette and manual containing valuable information about how exercise and proper nutrition are crucial for staying healthy as we age, as well as useful tips on establishing and maintaining a regular exercise program. Single copies of this guide are free! For more information call 1-301-496-1752 or visit their Web site. 4. Fitness ForeverA nationally- recognized program from Tahoe Forest Hospital, American College of Sports Medicine and Ayerst Laboratories. This video provides a complete workout for older adults just beginning an exercise program—includes warm up, cool down, aerobics and strength training, flexibility and balance. For more information, or to order the video at a cost of $19.95 US, call 1-800-985-5185 or visit www.fitnessforever.com. 5. Taoist Tai Chi for seniorsThrough this resource you can learn the foundation of Taoist Tai Chi and the many ways to participate in this art. The book is available at a cost of $24 and the video is available for $13. For more information, contact the Taoist Tai Chi Society at telephone at 613-233-2318. 6. ViActiveKino-Québec offers program resources in French and some English including exercise videos, dance classes, aquatic courses, tapes and activity resource kits. Resources are available for a fee and can be ordered online. Web-based programs:1. Exercise for LifeA physical activity program for older adults developed through a partnership between the American Society on Aging and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention. This is a comprehensive physical activity program including chair-based strength exercises for the upper and lower body, stretching and balance. Visit them online. 2. Growing Stronger: Strength Training for Older AdultsAn excellent introduction to strength training is presented on this web-based exercise program. All guidelines are based on sound scientific research. All you need to get started is here – check it out! 3. First Step to Active HealthThis Web site provides an evidence-based progressive activity program for older adults. There is information for both health care providers and patients on getting started. Downloadable resources from this Web site include the Active Aging Toolkit – a physical activity program that healthcare providers can prescribe for their patients. Visit online. Our top Active Living Web siteswww.ottawa.ca/health The Ontario government’s Physical Activity Strategy, Active 2010, is a comprehensive strategy to increase participation in sport and physical activity throughout Ontario. If you are an activity leader, all kinds of tools, resources, ideas and links are available here to help promote physical activity in your community. www.ALCOA.ca www.asaging.org/cdc/module6/phase4/index.cfm www.canadian-health-network.ca www.centre4activeliving.ca/ www.cdc.gov/aging/ www.healthyontario.com www.icaa.cc www.ophea.net/parc www.ottawaheartbeat.com Healthy eating resourcesEating well with Canada’s Food Guide (NEW)Health Canada’s key nutrition guide on the Web - see it for yourself online or call 1-800-622-6232. Dietitians of CanadaThis organization is the nation-wide voice of dietitians—the most trusted source of information on food and nutrition for Canadians. Both consumers and professionals will benefit from this excellent listing of resources. Check it out at their web site. Healthy Eating for Healthy AgingThe Healthy Eating for Healthy Aging Kit has been developed for community leaders who have the opportunity to incorporate healthy eating information into programs they are currently running or planning for older adults. This kit is now available online at on the Nutrition Resource Centre Web site,. EatRight OntarioNutrition information at your fingertips. Ask a registered Dietitian online. |
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