Record #: ORI0623
Last Modified: 27 Nov 2023
Last Full Update: 03 May 2023

Description

Description (Service) SMART Program
  • offers exercise classes to community members 55+ who wish to improve their strength, balance and flexibility, regardless of current physical ability
  • program is available in many Retirement Homes, community locations as well as virtually across North Simcoe and Muskoka
  • program can be done standing, from a chair, or using an aide
SMART Healthy Aging Education Series
  • 12 session program available to individuals wishing to learn strategies to maintain independence and protect/promote their health
  • classes cover a variety of topics including bone health, nutrition, medication, home safety and brain health, among others
Falls Prevention
SMART Exercise classes are designed to increase strength and balance and reduce the risk of a fall

Service Details

Hours Class hours vary, call for more information
Areas Served Orillia ; Oro-Medonte ; Ramara ; Severn ; Ramara-Brechin; Severn-Coldwater
Eligibility
  • Residents of North Simcoe & Muskoka 55 yrs and older
  • Residents of Home and Community Care Support Services North Simcoe Muskoka catchment area
Application Referral from:
  • Self
  • Family/caregiver
  • Home and Community Care program
  • Physician, Nurse Practitioner, Physiotherapist and other healthcare providers
  • Veterans Affairs Canada
  • Hospital
Languages English; American Sign Language; Most classes are offered in English. One class, in partnership with Deaf Access Simcoe Muskoka, is taught in ASL by volunteers
Fees None - Sponsored by Ontario Health ; Classes are free for participants.

Address and Location

Located In Community Orillia
Address & Map
169 Front St S
Orillia, ON
Canada L3V 4S8
Intersection Front St S and Queen St E

Contact Information

Office Phone 705-326-7021
Fax 705-326-7028
Website www.von.ca/en
Social Media Facebook Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimcoeCountySMART
YouTube YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4ep2h-T3yuKzg8-9dbDiUA
Primary Contact Nicole Kernan, SMART Program Supervisor; Email: nicole.kernan@von.ca
Mailing Address 169 Front St S 
Orillia, ON 
Canada L3V 4S8

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