DEMENTIA Actif Gwynedd is launching new sessions aimed at bringing older people together in the community to help improve health and wellbeing.
The sessions are open to anyone who’d like the opportunity to take part in gentle exercise and enjoy the chance to socialise.
All abilities are welcome, and the sessions cater for people affected by dementia and other health conditions.
Sessions cost £2 and include a hot drink.
Here’s what’s on offer:
• Heini Llŷn - Keep Agile Class every Friday, 11am-12.30pm at the Community Centre in Sarn Meyllteyrn. This class is already up-and-running.
• Heini Bro Ffestiniog - Keep Agile Class every Friday 11am-12.30pm at the Community Centre in Blaenau Ffestiniog. Starting Friday, March 4.
Both classes include gentle exercise to help improve strength, balance and stamina.
The exercises can be done seated or standing and the instructor will tailor the exercises to suit your ability depending on mobility, injuries or other health conditions.
The Nefyn Sporting Memories Club will be held every other Thursday, from 2pm until 3.30pm at Yr Heliwr pub.
This club brings sports fans together for the opportunity to talk and reminisce about all kinds of sports.
The session will include discussions around specific sports topics; quizzes, “Sport the Ball” competitions and the odd game of Boccia or New Age Curling.
The club will be launched on Thursday, March 10 at 2pm.
Dafydd Meurig, Gwynedd Council's cabinet member for care, said: "I am proud to be able to support Dementia Actif Gwynedd and have seen first-hand how important it is to encourage people to get back out.
“These classes will be fun and bring a smile to many faces."
Emma Quaeck, Dementia Actif Gwynedd manager, has set up these sessions.
She added: “The last two years have been tough for many older people in our communities who may have spent most of that time not leaving the house.
“I think many of us would like to reconnect with people and enjoy some healthy activities in a safe and friendly environment.”
For more information about how to join the classes, email emmajaynequaeck@gwynedd.llyw.cymru.
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