AnglicareSA Health & Wellness Services

Staying strong and active and living with vitality is so important as we age.  Physiotherapy, podiatry, occupational therapy, massage and exercise physiology services support older people to live life to the full. Services are provided to individuals and groups, both in a clinic setting and in the community. Individual and group services support clients to maintain and improve their overall health and quality of life. AnglicareSA Health and Wellness services also provide rehabilitation support for older people transitioning from hospital to their home. 

Transitional Care Packages (TCP)

TCPs provide rehabilitation and support for older people as they leave hospital and return home. It is a 12-week rehabilitation program supporting older people as they transition from a hospital stay to life back at home. The program focuses on the restoration of independence, health and quality of life. Clients are referred by their hospital – self-referral is not available.

1:1 ACTIVITIES:

Massage

Massage reduces muscle tension, maintains flexibility and improves circulation.

Custom orthotics

If you struggle with foot and body pain, arthritis, plantar fasciitis or foot and lower limb conditions, custom orthotics could be a solution to some of these ailments.  Custom orthotics are developed with our qualified Podiatrists using the latest 3D scanning technology so that you get an exact orthotic fit to meet your specific needs.

GROUP ACTIVITIES:

Living well with arthritis

Clever Thinkers
A friendly program to stimulate your mind with a variety of cognitive and mental exercises.

Falls & Balance
A weekly exercise program focused on improving balance to help prevent falls. Exercises are progressed each week to develop strength and stability and build confidence, whilst working towards individual goals.

Healthy Hearts
A low to moderate exercise program to improve heart health and endurance.

Health Education Seminars
Monthly educational talks about topics relevant to older people. 

Hydrotherapy
Gentle water based exercise to improve joint mobility, muscle strength and endurance.

‘Breathe Easy’ Respiratory Exercise Class
Exercises specifically for those with or at risk of respiratory health conditions.

Seated Exercises

Gentle seated exercises to improve strength and promote movement.

Pilates

Mat based exercise class which involves gentle stretches and Pilates exercises. This class can improve posture and movement, increase muscle strength and flexibility, improve balance and reduce chronic lower back pain.

Relaxation
Learn to relax your mind and body in this calming six-week program. Techniques include Deep Breathing, Progressive Muscle Relaxation, Guided Imagery and Meditation.

Strength & Fitness
Receive an individualised exercise program combining cardio and strength based exercises, to develop muscle strength and increase fitness. Individuals complete their tailored exercise program in a friendly, supportive and supervised group setting within the gym.

Chi Ball
Aims to bring balance to mind, body and spirit through gentle movement.