Work it Out is an education and exercise program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are at risk of having, or have been diagnosed with, a chronic disease.
The program is delivered by a team of allied health professionals, working together to support each client’s health journey through chronic disease self-management and rehabilitation.
Each Work It Out session is made up of:
- group education or yarning session to learn about health and wellness
- individually tailored and supervised exercise in a supportive group setting
By participating in the program, clients may see improvements in:
- confidence in managing their health and wellness
- cardiovascular fitness
- balance and movement in day to day tasks
- mental health and wellbeing
Eligibility
To be eligible, clients must be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander who are at risk of having, or have been diagnosed with, a chronic disease.
Accessing the service
To access the service, clients must have a referral from their GP. Call your local Kalwun health clinic to arrange an appointment with your GP.
