Move More East Lothian is a physical activity referral programme which offers a range of activities, across East Lothian, designed for people living with, and beyond, cancer.
As part of Macmillan Cancer Support’s national campaign, Move More East Lothian is an individually-tailored programme of physical activity support, helping people living with cancer to become, and stay, more physically active and improve health throughout their cancer experience.
Fully trained Cancer Rehabilitation (Level 4) fitness instructors and volunteers facilitate the activities, ensuring they are right for the participant, helping to build confidence, balance and strength, in a fun and supportive environment. The programme offers the following activity options at its core;
- Gym/Circuits-based classes
- Gentle Movement classes (Tai Chi / Qigong fusion with meditation)
- Health & Wellbeing walks
- Gardening groups
Referrals are welcome from all healthcare professionals. All referrals will be triaged by the Move More Coordinator, with the aim to meet with individuals as soon as possible following referral.
Who to refer:
- Individuals living with and beyond cancer in East Lothian
- Those aged 16 years or over
- Those who consent to the referral
- Those who are willing to engage with the service
Who not to refer:
- Individuals without experience of cancer
PLEASE NOTE THIS IS NOT AN EMERGENCY SERVICE
How to refer:
PLEASE REFER VIA:
Health Professional : Completion of a Macmillan Move More East Lothian Referral Form or Electronic (easy to complete Referral Form from Active East Lothian Page then send (using SECURE email by NHS Lothian Definitions) to Loth.exercisereferral@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk.
For general enquiries: please get in touch with the Move More Coordinator on 0131 653 5264 or via movemore@enjoyleisure.com. More information can also be found on www.activeeastlothian.co.uk
Patients living with and beyond cancer in East Lothian who would like to find out more about becoming more active through the Move More programme can get in touch via the contact options below;
Move More East Lothian
enjoyleisure, Head Office
Musselburgh Sports Centre
Newbigging
Musselburgh, EH21 7AS
T: 0131 653 5264
W: www.activeeastlothian.co.uk
For information about Move More in other parts of Scotland, please see the Move More Scotland page of the Macmillan website
