Q. Do the programs require equipment?
A: Not necessarily. A class can be run with very little or no equipment. If a facility is looking at purchasing equipment, investigate the numerous grants available.
Q. Our Congregate housing facility has a physical activity program in place and therefore we do not feel we need to get involved with in motion.
A: The in motion Older Adult initiative will enhance what they are currently doing. Their initiative and in motion share common goals and fit very well together, the facility will also be part of something much larger, a community strategy!
Q. Our facility does not have an instructor to lead the class.
A: This is a common concern. It is important to not only have instructors to lead the programs, but it is crucial that they be qualified. There are a number of agencies that train physical activity leaders and will have a list of qualified instructors. Give them a call!
Q. Residents do not have the ability to pay in order to participate in a program.
A: There are a number of creative ways to cover your costs, if required; the in motion Older Adult Resource Guide has a few suggestions that may assist you.
Q. There is a concern about the health status of the residents.
A: Everyone participating in a physical activity program should receive prior consent from his or her physician. There are tools available that participants can take to their physician to sign.
Q. We think that this initiative costs a lot of money and takes a lot of time (i.e. planning).
A: The in motion Older Adult initiative is designed to be fun and easy to implement. Depending on what is currently happening at your facility or organization, being involved with in motion can be as simple as distributing information to the residents to educate them on active healthy lifestyles.
