Following on from Nordic Walking and the delights of Tracking poles, our attention now turns to Resistance and Strength training. For resilience and wellbeing in later years we offer this short guide. 1. Q: What exactly is Resistance and Strength Training? Anything which involves exercising the muscles against a form...
Today we met with Simon Prestney hto find out all about this local charity, first formed in 1950, that has helped thousands of local people, and, get this, projects to have 10,000 visitors- THIS YEAR, based on opening in September! We are of course, referring to the fantastic‘Age Concern Colchester!’ Based at...
The event schedule for the Veranda is available here. For your weekly coverage of events, friendship groups and clubs see...
How do you do your crosswords, cryptic or coffee time? For those who love to solve problems, unlock the secrets of the Cryptic Crossword. We invite you to our short course. Join others who love the challenge of solving cryptic clues starting Tuesday 2nd...
How will our garden grow at Age Concern Colchester? Introducing our Gardening Project for those who are lonely. We are looking to renovate the our property so that we can create a gardening project allowing people to develop friendships and garden at the same time. We will also improve the entrance so it is easier to...
Back in the 1930s, ski coaches reached a Eureka moment after searching for a solution to the difficulties training the Finnish olympic team during the off season months. They suggested the use of trekking poles to support walking without snow, hence the name Nordic Walking. Nowadays, the use of trekking...
Sir Bob Russell’s annual campaign for the Winter Fuel Allowance is live. If you received it and are not in fuel poverty please consider donating it to the work we do to move people out of poverty....
Touch sensitive devices: iPad, Smart Phones and Tablets There is lots to consider as to the potential of games, puzzles and therapeutic apps available on most hand held devices. These days the older generation are becoming more used to operating their smart phones and tablets on a regular basis. Health...
Video Games for physical activity through motion control: What is it? It is a sign of our times residential and care homes are investing in motion controlled video games to support mobility, cognitive and mental functioning in later years. Even hospitals are discovering the therapeutic benefits from using such technology...
Relax and unwind with yoga! There are places for our classes from 19th February 10am which is a 6 week course. Book now to avoid disappointment. Contact Age Concern Colchester: 01206...
