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October’s free chair-based exercise class was held at St Pip and St Jims Grafton Road, Cheltenham. Another local resident from Park Gate, Elizabeth joined our four stalwart musketeers Vera (89), Jean (84), Dorris (80) and Joan (94). 

October's chair-based exercise class

Elizabeth was the first to arrive to set up her stall on one of the chairs in the nave. 

Joan was particularly happy as she had made the trip from Hatherley in record quick time. Joan managed to dodge past several pedestrians whilst driving on her motorized buggy at 4mph!

Mandy, an independent social worker from Malvern whose daughter had given her our leaflet, also joined us this month.  Mandy who supports people in Cheltenham who live with Dementia told Jo Folkes, our Care Manager and Physiotherapist, that she had been looking for a suitable exercise class for over a year.  She was delighted to be able to come along with two of her clients, Fay and Anna.

What exercises did we cover?

Jo started the morning off with a series of gentle warming up exercises. The group then progressed to exercises that incorporated strength, balance and coordination whilst listening to soft music in the background.  Jo reminded the ladies throughout the session to work at their own pace. If they felt any discomfort whatsoever, they should stop!

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Following our October’s free chair-based exercise class, everyone stayed for tea, coffee and cake. 

Jean, who lives in the same private supported living accommodation as Dorris and Elizabeth, wondered if we could hold classes each week as she was thoroughly enjoying them.

Mandy, also suggested that we might consider holding these classes on a Wednesday. Many of the older people she supports attend other activities on a Tuesday so would be able to come on a Wednesday.

Watch this space. We will not only be back at St Pip and Jims on 12th November but also with a ‘festive’ session on 10th December 2024!

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