ICAN Get Up & Go – My story

Barbara, 87 from Northamptonshire

Barbara has always enjoyed a varied and active lifestyle, she moved to Northamptonshire 59 years ago and raised her family here. Before retiring she was a swimming teacher and previously a dental nurse.

Following a referral Barbara recently joined the ICAN Get Up & Go class based in Duston. Keen to improve her balance and prevent falling and injury, Barbara joined the programme the day she was referred. Since then, she hasn’t looked back and is improving weekly with the help of her determination, instructors and fellow participants. Barbara has gone on to recommend the programme, her friend Val now also attends.

“The medical side of things has improved no end, my balance is much better as is the light headedness. That is all great but I love the social side of things as well. Everyone is so friendly and we make sure we laugh, sense of humour and having fun is as important as the exercises.”