CCD is a multi-service registered charitable organization providing a broad range of support services for individuals over the age of 16 and their caregivers.
Where are Exercise or Falls Prevention Classes offered?
In Durham Region, Community Care Durham and the Oshawa Senior Community Centres (OSCC) are responsible for the delivery of Exercise and Falls Prevention Classes.
For more information on OSCC classes available in Oshawa, Whitby and Courtice, please visit their website at www.oscc.ca.
Community Care Durham (CCD) provides classes in Ajax, Pickering, Oshawa, Bowmanville, Newcastle, Port Perry, Uxbridge and Brock Township at the following locations:
The Exercise and Falls Prevention Program is a community-based initiative aimed at meeting the exercise needs of Older Adults in the Durham Region. Our goal is to provide participants with the opportunity to keep fit and maintain their independence.
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Focused on promoting increased participation, strength, flexibility, balance and endurance, Exercise and Falls Prevention classes help people to maintain and improve their physical abilities and reduce their fall risk. At Community Care Durham, our goal is to provide participants with the opportunity to keep fit, maintain their independence, and improve their overall quality of life.

What do participants receive at an Exercise and Falls Prevention class?
Our varied Exercise and Falls Prevention classes provide participants of all abilities with the opportunity to:
- be involved in meaningful group activities
- maintain and enhance aerobic fitness
- socialize and build connections with others in their community
- develop better balance and stability
- increase functional fitness
- improve strength and muscular endurance
- work on flexibility and maintaining joint range of motion
- enhance overall physical and mental health
Learn more about the Exercise and Falls Prevention program
Watch the video to learn more about our Exercise and Falls Prevention program and the online classes available to clients.
Falls Prevention Month
November is Falls Prevention Month, and CCD is doing its part to help reduce falls in our community. This month CCD’s Exercise and Falls Prevention Program will provide a variety of resources aimed at helping you prevent slips, trips, and falls. Join us here for information.
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There is no charge for Exercise and Falls Prevention classes.
How Do I Register for CCD’s Exercise and Falls Prevention Classes
Classes are open to the residents of the facilities listed below and to members of the surrounding community. If you are a Resident of Durham Region and interested in registering for an Exercise or Falls Prevention class, please call Central Intake at: 1 (888) 255-6680 or email lmarrison@communitycaredurham.on.ca.
Who Leads Exercise and Falls Prevention classes?
Exercise classes are led by experienced certified Fitness Professionals.
Learn More
CCD’s Exercise and Falls Prevention Program team can connect clients with the other integrated community support services offered by Community Care Durham and our partners to support people to live independently in their own homes.
- If you would like to receive more information about CCD services, please call us at 1-888-255-6680 or contact a Community Care Durham office nearest you.
- Facilities interested in adding classes to their schedules can contact lmarrison@communitycaredurham.on.ca.
Click the link below to download the Exercise and Falls Prevention Fact Sheet for all you need to know about accessing this service.
Exercise and Falls Prevention Fact SheetLearn more about Exercise and Falls Classes
Chair Yoga Demo
A short video demo of CCD’s virtual Chair Yoga Class. Intended for Older Adults and lead by a certified Yoga Instructor.
Moving and Grooving Demo
A short demo of our Moving and Grooving virtual exercise class designed for older adults and lead by a Zumba Gold Certified Instructor.
Yoga Demo
A short demo of our online yoga classes. Our online yoga classes feature qualified instructors providing clear direction.
Healthy Partners
A standing full body group workout, with a focus on building strength, improving balance and reducing fall risk.
Fun and Fitness
A seated full body group workout aimed at maintaining and improving aerobic endurance, strength and flexibility.
Wilderness Walkers
A virtual walking class providing an excellent aerobic workout, while experiencing the sights and sounds of local hiking trails. (seated or standing participation)
Ajax
- The Lighthouse Retreat
- Westney Gardens
- Harwood Retirement Residence
Bowmanville
- Bowmanville Creek Retirement Community
- Seasons Clarington
Brock
- Classes are available, but streaming virtually at present.
Newcastle
- Wilmont Creek
Oshawa
- Sunrise Seniors Place
- Sunrise Place Co-op
Pickering
- Pickering City Centre
- Parkway Retirement Home
- Amica Pickering
Port Perry
- Port Perry Villa
- Port Perry Seniors Club
- Immaculate Conception Seniors Residence
- Canterbury Commons Seniors Community
Uxbridge
- Douglas Crossing Lifestyle Communities
- Uxbridge Seniors Centre
To book an appointment with a Central Intake Coordinator to request this service, please contact us: