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Exercise classes

Attending exercise classes is a fun and social way to help build strength and fitness as well as maintain an active, and independent lifestyle.

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Allied health & nursing

We have many allied health professionals who can visit at home, or in one of our Healthcare Centres across Adelaide. We have friendly, qualified staff ready to assist you with physio, podiatry, OT and more.

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Social connections – group activities

Our social group activities offer a friendly and safe space to connect
with others in your community, and are run by welcoming and friendly staff and volunteers.

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Mental wellbeing

Joining a wellness group is a great way to meet new people and improve your mental health and wellbeing. The group sessions cover a range of topics designed to assist you in reducing social isolation, dealing with grief and loss, and improving your general mental health.

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Connect with us to find out more

If you need more information you can call one of our friendly team members now, or request a callback at a preferred time.

Or if you are ready to register your interest in this service, you can do this online now too.

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No referral is needed to access Helping Hand allied health services. Depending on your circumstances, you may be able to use CHSP, Home Care Package or Support at Home funding, or access services privately. Allied health support can be provided in your home, at Helping Hand Wellbeing Centres across Adelaide, or through selected regional services, including Thrive Health Centre in Port Pirie.

Next step: Contact Helping Hand to ask about allied health availability, funding options and appointments.

Helping Hand can help explore social group ideas that support connection, wellbeing and community participation. If you have an idea for a group, contact the team to discuss what is possible and how to get started.

You can learn more about Social Connections groups by listening to the podcast episode below.

Next step: Call Helping Hand on 1300 444 663 or read more about our current social groups here.

Allied health refers to qualified health professionals who support physical, communication, nutrition, mobility and daily living needs. This can include physiotherapy, podiatry, speech pathology, exercise physiology, occupational therapy and dietetics. At Helping Hand, allied health practitioners work with clients as part of a broader care team to support independence, recovery, safety and wellbeing.

Next step: Learn more about Helping Hand allied health services here or contact the team to ask what support may suit your needs.

Occupational Therapy (OT) helps older people stay safe and independent by making everyday tasks easier. An Occupational Therapist can suggest equipment, home modifications, routines and strategies to support showering, dressing, cooking, mobility, memory and falls prevention.

You can learn more about occupational therapy by listening to the podcast episode below.

Next step: Ask Helping Hand whether OT support is available through your home care funding or privately.

Exercise physiology uses tailored exercise programs to improve strength, balance, mobility, confidence and everyday function. An exercise physiologist can support goals such as reducing falls risk, recovering after illness, maintaining independence or returning to daily activities. Exercise physiology may be offered through group programs, home visits or allied health support, depending on your needs, location and funding pathway.

You can learn more about exercise physiology by listening to the podcast episode below.

Next step: Ask Helping Hand whether exercise physiology is available in your area and through your funding pathway.