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Improving health and wellbeing in older adults

To improve the health and wellbeing of our adult and older adult population, a multi-strategic approach and collective effort is required across sectors. We aim to increase understanding of the value-add of Healthy Eating and Active Living interventions, raise awareness of NSW Health prevention and health promotion programs, and support services to refer SESLHD patients and community members to Stepping On, Healthy and Active for Life (HAL) Online, the Quitline and GHS.

Key achievements: 96 participants completed the Stepping On program since COVID-19 restrictions were lifted in April 2022. 80% of virtual Stepping On participants completed the program. 10 new Stepping On Facilitators trained. 100 participants registered for Healthy and Active for Life (HAL) Online. 347 community members attended the Sutherland Shire Council Healthy Ageing Seminars Series. Click below to watch a short video produced during 2022 NSW Seniors Week. The video aims to inspire older adults to stay connected following periods of isolation during COVID-19.

“During the COVID-19 lockdowns, I was stuck at home without much contact with the outside world…. Once Stepping On was back…I started meeting friends of a similar age and cultural background to me. Following the completion of the course, I built up a small group of friends and we started meeting outside of the program. Since the return of the face-to-face program, I don’t feel as isolated anymore.” – Stepping On Participant, Rockdale Library

Healthy Ageing Video Series We co-designed a healthy ageing video series in partnership with community members and SESLHD health professionals. The videos aim to support adults over 50 years to eat well, move more and stay connected with others. Viewers are encouraged to visit the Active & Healthy website for further information and to register in healthy ageing programs. The videos will be released throughout the 2023 calendar year. Stepping On Coordinator 1800 823 002 (free call) SESLHD – steppingon@.health.nsw.gov.au Stepping On Coordinator 180 823 002 (free call) SESLHD –

steppingon@.health.nsw.gov.au

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SESLHD Health Promotion Service – Snapshot 1 July 2021- 30 June 2022