RENEW is a speciality program designed for people who have neurological conditions. This is FREE to the client and funded by the local health authority. The Merlin Centre in Hewas Water are also involved in the funding of The RENEW classes.
It is delivered by Helen Tite, Becky Full and The Core team who are specialist fitness instructors in this field. Helen is a level 4 Exercise Therapist with Oxford Brookes University.
Clients who attend the RENEW program can refer themselves to the courses or could be referred by GP's or speciality nurses.
The course is usually about 20 weeks in duration and lasts for 1 half hours. Due to the nature of the conditions, often the exercises are seated and are progressive as we seek to make improvements.
Before attending the RENEW course it is important, the instructors consult with clients to understand health history and overcome any anxiety or fears that the client may have.
Clients in attendance may have conditions such as Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinsons Disease, Stroke, brain damage, non specific neurological damage, back pain or spinal injury.
The course is also about friendships and confidence, nurture and guidance.
Helen and the team will liaise with neurological physios, GP's and consultants to ensure quality of service being delivered and safety for the client.
RENEW has been running since 2008 around Cornwall.
There are two courses available, which are being funded by the Merlin Centre. Each session is an hour long starting at either 10am or 11:30am. Please contact the Core on our out of hours phone 07971036838 to book in or for further details.
The Great News is that RENEW is continuing this year, call Helen or her team to discuss upcoming locations.