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GP referral scheme

Nifty FiftiesWhat does the course involve?

A ten week exercise programme adapted to suit individual needs.

  • Twice weekly attendance on specific days and times dependent on the venue.
  • Each referral will have an assessment prior to and at the end of the 10 week course (free of charge)

Who can be referred?

Anybody who requires introduction to exercise including those patients who have been inactive for many years, those with specific medical needs and also people who could just benefit from a healthier lifestyle!

What happens at the end of the course?

At the end of the 10 weeks, referrals have the option to take out a membership at a reduced rate if they wish to continue with the exercise.

What are the next steps?
  • Make an appointment with your GP as they are the referring agency.
  • After consultation with your GP, you will be referred to the Life Matters Scheme.
  • Our GP Referral Officer will then contact you when they receive the referral.

    Please note, patients must be over 18yrs

 

 

How will exercise help me?

  • Helps keep your heart strong & healthy and reduce risk of heart attacks and strokes
  • Can help with weight loss
  • Can improve your posture
  • Can improve your strength and muscle tone
  • Increases your bone density
  • Improves your breathing and respiratory system
  • Improves your circulatory system and much more!!

Where do the schemes operate?

  • Banks Leisure Centre
  • Burscough Fitness and Racquets Leisure Centre
  • Nye Bevan Pool, Skelmersdale
  • Park Pool, Ormskirk

Contact us

For more information, contact your Local GP Referral Officers Jenny Deacon and Craig Baxter on 01695 555804.

 

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Last Updated: 9/23/2011

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West Lancashire Borough Council, 52 Derby Street, Ormskirk, West Lancashire L39 2DF
Tel: 01695 577177 | Email: customer.services@westlancs.gov.uk