Alongside health and care partners, we are implementing a free postural stability exercise programme called Steady Steps with support from each of the localities across Leicestershire, Leicester and Rutland.
Steady Steps is a 24-week programme tailored to those who have previously fallen or worry about falling and is designed to help improve balance and stability. Delivered by Level 4 specialised Postural Stability Instructors, the classes are tailored to each individual's abilities and will progress in difficulty throughout the programme.
People are eligible for the Steady Steps programme if they are aged over 65, are at risk of falling (e.g. have a high fear or falling or poor balance) or have fallen less than three times in the past 12 months.
For the advanced Steady Steps plus sessions please contact your local co-ordinator for more information.
Pre-booking is required for all Steady Steps courses and local inclusion criteria are applicable. Due to the nature of the programme there will be a final intake date for all programmes.
Locality |
Name |
Number |
|
|---|---|---|---|
Blaby |
Blaby Team |
info@activeblaby.org.uk |
0116 272 7703 |
Charnwood |
Will Blanche |
Will.Blanche@charnwood.gov.uk |
01509 634966 |
Harborough |
Tom Leonard |
T.Leonard@harborough.gov.uk |
07818 580419 |
Hinckley & Bosworth |
Andrew Murray |
andrew.murray@hinckley-bosworth.gov.uk |
07990 136242 |
Melton |
Beth Parkinson |
bparkinson@melton.gov.uk |
07500 027377 |
North West Leicestershire |
Tom Bodle |
01530 454839 |
|
Oadby & Wigston |
Blaby Team |
info@activeblaby.org.uk |
0116 272 7703 |
Rutland |
Danielle Adams |
activerutlandhealth@rutland.gov.uk |
07966 535760 |
Leicester City |
Live Well Leicester - Visit https://livewell.leicester.gov.uk/services/physical-activity/steady-step… |
SteadySteps@leicester.gov.uk |
0116 454 4000 |
Current Steady Steps Courses Available
Jenny Gaunt
Assistant Development Officer
Active Together
My areas of responsibility are:
- Steady Steps Support
- Active Tots Support
- Live Longer Better
- Place based support for Hinckley & Bosworth
- Supporting local socio economic groups
When I am not working- I enjoy being outside in the sun, socialising with friends and booking last minute holidays.
Favourite physical activity moment- In 2010 I performed in a show called Mardi Gras at Disneyland Paris. It was a fantastic experience and when I wasn't performing, I was able to explore the parks with my friends and family.
- Telephone
- 01509 467497
- Mobile
- 07702698759
- j.gaunt@active-together.org
Steady Steps Support Videos
The Steady Steps videos have been created by a trained professional however should only be accessed by individuals who have been referred to the Steady Steps programme.
There are Introduction videos and videos that support the Steady Steps sessions you attend.
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A range of videos to support you on your steady steps journey
Further Information & Resources
Whatever your age or health condition, there are plenty of ways you can move more. It’s never too late for activity to have a positive effect.
ROSPA - Fall Prevention Exercises
Resources and advice on how to prevent falls and how to maintain strength and balance.
Leicestershire Health and Care Integration - Falls Prevention
Take a look at the short film that demonstrates some of the exercises featured in the Preventing falls leaflet designed to help you reduce your risk of a fall by improving your strength, balance, as well as your health and wellbeing.
NHS advice on Falls, what you should do if you fall and how to prevent a fall.
Preventing Falls Information Leaflet (PDF, 713 Kb)
For more information, please contact:
Lucy Betts
Development Manager
Active Together
I am working flexibly in the office or at home, therefore please contact me via email or phone number provided.
My areas of responsibility are:
- Steady Steps (Falls Prevention)
- Active Tots (Professional) / Active Tots
- Social Prescribing
- Place based support for Blaby/Oadby & Wigston/Harborough/Leicestershire & Rutland
- Supporting people with long term health conditions
When I'm not working - I'm walking the dog, out with family and friends (eating or drinking) or playing the odd bit of netball
Favourite Sporting Moment – Dame Kelly Holmes winning her double gold medal at Athens in 2004
Advocates message - Being physically active is good for you physically, mentally and socially. I have made some friends for life through taking part in sport and now I use it as a way of catching up with friends by going for walks. It's also a great way of exploring new places.
- Telephone
- 01509 467472
- Mobile
- 07702698759
- l.betts@active-together.org
The ICB is part of the integrated care system (ICS) with partners in LLR and will deliver a health and care system that tackles inequalities in health and improves the health, wellbeing and life experiences of our local population.
