Should we get help with exercise?

[ButtterflyLady]

Or volunteer with the Cinnamon Trust, they're crying out for volunteer dog walkers too http://www.cinnamon.org.uk/home.php

That is such a cool organisation! I wish we had that here. People who find it hard to care for their pets because of illness need their companions even more! Pets are so good for people.

 

[4ratbags]

In NZ you can get your GP to refer you for a green prescription which gives you either free or discounted exercise options. You also get your own advisor who will monitor your progress and motivate you. It is generally for 6 months but can go for up to a year.

 

[Mongoose39uk]

You can get 10 weeks free gym membership in Calderdale and then reduced price for 16 weeks. Council pool/gym/exercise class for a month is about £22. £22 is a pretty good price to pay if people are going to use it and if it helps people reduce or stay of medication. I have always paid for my membership but the free membership comes with free weigh ins and advice so I have no objection to people having a prescription for exercise if it helps them.