ActivAGE
Thanks to the Changing Lives in Sport in Physical Activity Fund, we have teamed up with 8 care settings across Inverclyde to improve physical activity, enjoyment and social interaction for the residents. Previously having piloted this project in Newark Care Home in Port Glasgow for 18 months, we are delighted that we are now able to grow what is such a beneficial project for the residents in each care setting.
Our ActivAGE project outcomes are:
• People who are inactive becoming more active
• People socialise more and spend more time with other residents
• People enjoy better physical and mental health
We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with the delivery of this exciting new project. If you are interested in volunteering or are looking for more information, email our Health Project Worker, Jonny at jroy@mortoncommunity.net
Team Talk
Did you know the single biggest killer of men, under 45 years of age, in the UK is suicide?
Morton in the Community are opening the stadium to provide a place for men 16+ to feel included and have the opportunity to talk.
Come along to Cappielow Park, Sinclair Street, Greenock, PA15 2TU every Monday between 7pm – 9pm. No registration required.
For more information regarding Walking Football, contact Health Project Worker, Jonny, or call the office on 01475 731949.
Walking Football
In partnership with Inverkip Community HUB, we run a Walking Football class every Friday from 1pm – 2pm, with tea, coffee and other refreshments following until 2:30pm.
We have also recently started a Ladies Walking Football class that runs every Friday morning at Inverkip Community HUB from 10am – 11am, with refreshments following until 11:30am.
We only ask for a small £3 donation. If you are looking to get fit, have fun and meet new people, simply turn up at Inverkip Community HUB 15 minutes prior to the session starting to register your place.
For more information regarding Walking Football, contact Health Project Worker, Jonny, or call the office on 01475 731949.
Football Memories
In partnership with Alzheimer’s Scotland, Football Memories uses the memories of football to improve the lives of people with dementia, by encouraging participants to speak about the good old days and their past heroes. The sessions are held at Cappielow Park every Wednesday between 1:30pm – 3pm, in a relaxed and informal atmosphere, allowing the participants time to discuss teams, players, and games from the past. The group also have photographs and memorabilia to stimulate memories and communication.
The sessions follow a similar layout to a traditional football match which include a first and second half. Participants will also receive a pie and bovril at half time again to reminisce further and hopefully stimulate memories through smell and taste.
For more information regarding Football Memories, please contact Health Project Worker, Jonny, or call the office on 01475 731949.