Staying Active

Being active helps you stay steady, independent and healthier as you age. This page explains why movement matters and how to get started safely.

Strength and Balance programme is an evidence-based (OTAGO) exercise program, funded by Sunderland City Council for people who live in Sunderland.

These simple, proven exercises can improve your strength, balance, and confidence, helping reduce your risk of falls.

Looking for a way to get moving and meet others? This page helps you find local classes that support strength, balance and confidence. ntent

These short routines can help you get moving and feel more confident on your feet, wherever you're starting from.

Looking for a way to get moving and meet others? This page helps you find local seated exercise classes.

These gentle, seated routines can help improve strength, flexibility and circulation - all from the comfort of your chair.

These simple bone health exercises are designed to help maintain bone strength and build up weight-bearing impact and muscle strengthening.

Joining these social and friendship groups can also be a great way to meet others, boost your mood and stay connected to your community.

Essence Service offers a variety of activities from its Doxford Park centre for people who have been diagnosed with mild to moderate dementia and their carers.