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Walking through GenerationsFrances Bain, ManagerHazel Robinson, Senior Development Officer

#WalkforHealth @pathsforall

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Lets Get Moving!

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Question 1What is a health walk?

A)a long, high level walk requiring transport to get thereB)a short, social, local, low level walk often led by volunteers and FREEC)a short, competitive, local, high level walk

Question 1 the answer is BWhat is a health walk?

B) A Short, Social, Local, Low Level WalkOften led by volunteers and FREE

Q 1 more infoPaths for All definition of a health walk By short we mean anything from 10-60mins Local refers to the local community where people live or work without the need for transport to get there Low level and within a community e.g. local park, local path, pavement walk. Not requiring any special equipment Social walking as a group to meet other people in a friendly and supportive mannerLed by volunteersFREE open to everyone in the community

Question 2Regular physical activity can reduce your risk of:A)Heart attacks and strokesB) Diabetes C)Cancer (including breast and bowel cancer)D)Hip fracturesE) All of the above

Question 2 the answer is E

E) All of the above

Regular physical activity reduces the risk of:

Q2 more info benefits of walkingPhysical inactivity results in around 2,500 premature deaths in Scotland each year (that is 7 a day), costs the NHS in Scotland around 91 million annually and is the second biggest cause of mortality (joint with smoking, after high blood pressure). Furthermore it is estimated that getting Scotland active would increase life expectancy by more than a year given our current inactivity levels.

Source: Lets get Scotland Walking National Walking Strategy 2014

Question 3Which of the following are recommended by the Chief Medical officers of the UK for adults?A)150 mins per week of moderate intensity exerciseB)Break up your sitting timeC) Exercise twice a week to build strength and improve balance

Q3 - the answer is A, B, CAll 4 Chief Medical Officers in the UK agree on the physical activity guidance.

Regular walking plus strength and balance exercises is a great way to keep active and healthy

Question 4Why is walking such a good form of physical activity?

A)It can raise your IQ levelB)Most people can do it, its low risk, free and you dont need special equipmentC)It increases your carbon footprint

Q4 the answer is BWhy is walking such a good form of physical activity?

B) Most people can do it, its low risk, free and you dont need special equipment

Q 4 more infoThere are many and varied potential gains from Scotland walking more feeling healthier physically and mentally; getting fitter; employers having a more productive workforce; more welcoming environments; feeling part of the community and less isolated; saving money on fuel and helping achieve Scotlands low carbon targets; and local economies benefiting from increased footfall.

Source: Lets Get Scotland Walking National Walking Strategy 2014

Question 5How would you know you are walking at moderate intensity pace?

A)You would be very out of breath and puffed outB)You would be able to talk as you walkC)Feel your heart beating faster, feel warmer, breathe a little faster

Question 5 the answer is B and CHow do you recognise moderate intensity activity?

B) You will be able to talk as you walkC)You will feel your heart beating faster, feel a little warmer, breathe a little faster

Question 6What are the 3 stages of a Health Walk?

A)Slow walk, brisk walk, cup of tea B)Warm up, brisk walk, cool down C)quick, quick, slow

Question 6 the answer is BWhat 3 components should a health walk consist of?

B) Warm up, brisk walk, cool down

Question 6 more infoIt is ideal if you can include a warm up, a brisk section and a cool down in your walks.

For many inactive walkers however, their pace will increase over time, but the main thing is that people should enjoy the Health Walks and work on maintaining or increasing their activity.

CMO 2011 Start Active, Stay ActiveBenefits of activity

ACTIVITY group discussion on the benefits of physical activity group will come up with a list. Wellbeing - Reduced anxiety, depression, fear of falling; improved sleepPhysical - Maintains bone density, ability to perform everyday activities, reduce breathlessness and stiffness; reduce effects of disease and fallsSocial - Reduces isolation, confidence to do more things, more social contacts, maintain your peer support, play more with grandchildren, stay independent with your daily routines

Falls riskApproximately 30% of adults over the age of 65 fall each year, rising to 50% in those aged 80 and over.44 Falls are a major source of injury for older adults, and the treatment and rehabilitation associated with falls entail substantial healthcare costs. Evidence accumulated in recent years has identified several risk factors for falls in older people, including balance impairment.There is good evidence that physical activity programmes which emphasise balance training, limb co-ordination and muscle strengthening activity are safe and effective in reducing the risk of falls.CMO Start Active, Stay Active 2011

Some of this dies not relate to care homes the vigorous part, but can the course delegates identify anything from this slide that gives them ideas for promoting activity? They will get a copy of the infographic on the course. 28

TrainingGrantsPedometer PacksDevelopment Officer SupportNetworking OpportunitiesCase Study ExamplesHow we can help?

Perth Collage UHI and Care Home Project

Perth College UHI, 15 HND in Fitness, Health and Exercise trained by Paths for All in Strength and Balance Exercises and Walk Leader Training.

Students planned, prescribed and delivered weekly exercise sessions over 12 weeks in five Perth city care homes.

The strength and balance exercises consist of 10 simple supported standing and seated exercises Students also incorporated chair based exercises to music, physical activity games, kurling, golf, boccia and short walks into their programme.

Perth Collage UHI and Care Home Project

http://www.pathsforall.org.uk/pfa/health-professionals/strength-and-balance.html

Would like them to come frequently, I enjoyed their company. Care Home ResidentWas one of the best experiences, I would recommend anyone to do it. The difference that can be made in such small amount of time is extremely rewarding. StudentThey met young people which they love and they all appeared more lively after the sessions. Care Home Staff

Ageing Well Midlothian

Ageing Well programme to include more frail elderly adults working in partnership with Transform to promote physical activity in sheltered housing. Focusing on inter-generational volunteering to promote physical activity, build connections, relationships and community.

Transform supports young people aged 14-25 to volunteer. Supported by a Project Worker and focus on a range of activities, including walking and strength and balance activities. Sessions involve 1 hour of physical activity plus hour of refreshments and a chat. vivian.wallace@midlothian.gov.uk http://www.midlothian.gov.uk/ageing-well

Organisation for Nepalese Culture and Welfare

Weekly walks in central Aberdeen.

Increased well-being of participants especially children and older adults Increased socialisation between children and older participants

Increased social links between generations reported

Organisation for Nepalese Culture and Welfare

Case study Video availablehttp://www.pathsforall.org.uk/pfa/news/health-walk-project-pilots-text-messages-to-walkers.html

Families socialise after the walks, playing together and chatting

Every week, one household bring refreshments (tea, juice, healthy snacks)

Using text message service and social media to communicate and create an online community

Health All Round

Project being developed in South West Edinburgh

Planning to involve senior pupils from a local school and sheltered housing residents

PFAs Strength & Balance training delivered along with a modified Volunteer Walk Leader course suitable for high school students

Fraserburgh Walking Club

With over 500 members on Facebook and approximately 140 attending evening walk Inclusive and intergenerational - Single mums, children, people with disabilities and also the local Polish community who work in the factory

Refreshments and social at the end of the walk. Three different walks are available. If a person does not turn up for a few weeks The coordinator sends them a postcard and invites them to join again.

Social and community links have been strengthened.

Buggy Walks

4 Walks in Falkirk and 180 mums and babies attending every month

Started by a local Health visitor and 4 years later the Mums are still friends

Mental health and support network improvements, social interaction for babies

http://www.pathsforall.org.uk/pfa/health-walks/buggy- walks.html

Big Fit Walk 2016

http://www.pathsforall.org.uk/bigfitwalk2016

Community led walk

Open to all (community groups, workplaces, schools, walking groups)

30 minute volunteer led walk during June

Support available (promotional materials, guidance documents)

Walking Football.

http://www.pathsforall.org.uk/pfa/projects/walking-football.html

Football but with no running!

Good opportunities for intergenerational projects

Effective in engaging older men in physical activity and increasing mental and social health

Network partners Paths for All, Age Scotland, SAMH, SFA, SPFL Trust

Dementia Friendly Walking Project

Overview

Make reference to the Question Park

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3 year project funded by the Life Changes Trust.

To make the Walking for Health networking in Scotland more accessible to people living with Dementia and their carersThe Life Changes Trust is an independent charity, established in April 2013 with a 50 million endowment from the Big Lottery Fund.

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Dementia Friendly Walking Accreditation

A way of recognising the work projects do to make their health walks accessible to people living with Dementia

Some Practical Considerations to be made: Consultation within Local Area Training for Walk Leader Volunteers Name Badges Reminder CardsWalking Route / Amenities Risk Assessment Local Links Dementia Friendly Resources

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Opportunities for Intergenerational Working Creating links with local projectsReminiscing walksYoung volunteer walk leaders supporting walksSignposting

Seated exercises

Ankle movementsSeated side steps

Strengthening exercises

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Using Walking as an intergenerational tool.Discussion groupsWhat opportunities do you have locally?How could you find out?What resources and support do you need?Who could you work with?What might be a barrier?Any questions?

Thank you!

Frances Bain frances.bain@pathsforall.org.uk

Hazel Robinson Hazel.Robinson@pathsforall

www.pathsforall.org.uk@pathsforall