STEP Forward Program
STEP Forward - Supervised Transitional Exercise Program
The STEP Forward Program presented by Alberta Health Services is a beginner to intermediate level functional physical activity program suitable for people with one or more chronic health conditions that limits their ability to move.
Service offers:
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individual initial assessment with a team of occupational therapists, physical therapists and a Kinesiologist to determine eligibility for the program
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eight (8) weeks of exercise, held twice weekly, in the community
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three (3) educational sessions regarding goal setting, physical activity-based resources and programs available in the community
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discharge assessment and evaluation of goals set
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one, three and six months follow-up and intervention, as needed
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occupational therapy consultation, if required, during programming