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Elderly Arthritic Fitness Class
Date
August 2023
Fit and Strong!
Role
In my role within the elderly fitness class, I handle the behind-the-scenes paperwork. This involves organizing the schedule and ensuring we have all the necessary documents for each session. I also communicate with nearly 50 participants who have joined over the years and coordinate with our community partner regarding the class space. Additionally, I ensure that all instructors are fully trained to lead the course.
Skills
- Organizational Skills: Effectively managing schedules and documentation.
- Communication Skills: Engaging with participants and community partners.
- Coordination Skills: Collaborating with instructors and ensuring proper training.
- Administrative Skills: Handling paperwork and maintaining records.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Addressing logistical challenges related to class space and documentation.
Community Capacity
+50 elderly people recieved free evidence based movement classes in our community!
Student Capacity
+6 Pre-Occupational Therapy students recieved training and experienced what it is like to mentor aging bodies in movement. This included experience dealing with arthritis, stroke, dementia, hip problems, and more.
The Elderly Arthritic Fitness Class is a project that focused on implementing the Fit and Strong! program in partnership with the University of Illinois. This program is designed to improve the quality of life for people with arthritis, and I have attached evidence that supports the holistic approach to fitness and wellness. Please take a look at the attachments to learn more about the program and its evidence-based approach.
