Stepping On – Building Confidence and Reducing Falls

Host Organisation: NSW Health

Description and focus of program: Stepping On is a 7 week program designed for people who are living at home and have experienced a fall or are concerned about falling.

The program is an evidence-based. The program incorporates strategies to implement positive lifestyle changes to keep you independent, upright and active. It includes health education and balance and leg strengthening exercises.

Cost: $0

Where: Ochre Medical Centre / Meeting Room, CSU, 1470 Panorama Avenue, Bathurst. Parking available.
When: First session: Thursday, April 23rd until the Thursday 4th June 2026.  Weekly: 1:00pm – 3:00pm at Group room at Ochre medical.

Second session: Wednesday 21st October – 2nd December 2026. Weekly 10:00am – 12:00 noon, Ochre Medical group room.

Fitness requirements: Able to walk independently or with walking stick.
Eligibility: 65 years and older, fearful of falling or had recent fall, ability to follow instructions (not suitable for people with cognitive issues). Numbers limited

Phone to register: 02 6330 5309
Phone number: 0401822589
Email: lynnmaree.madden@health.nsw.gov.au