Existing exercise programs in communities fail to accommodate those whose disability or physical challenge requires hands-on or standby assistance. Current programs accommodate only those who are still independent. If no caregiver is available to assist a physically challenged person, then that person is unable to participate. YES YOU CANTM is designed to address this obvious community need.
Currently, no programs exist in the community that offer this type of help.
Being physically disabled is challenging enough. This program helps break through the barriers by offering hands-on or standby staff assistance so that most ability levels can participate in a personal or group exercise program.
Common barriers include:
- Information
- Lack of money for transportation, equipment or a fitness center's membership
- Assistance with exercise
- A comfortable, accepting environment for exercise
- Motivation
- Fatigue
YES YOU CANTM addresses and offers solutions to these common barriers.
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