Sunnyside Wellness Centre

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Older adults working out on the treadmill and equipment inside Sunnyside Wellness Centre.

The Sunnyside Wellness Centre is a welcoming space for older adults to exercise in a comfortable, accepting and barrier-free setting. It also offers services such as massage, foot care and physiotherapy to help with aging well.

To prevent the spread of COVID-19, the Wellness Centre remains closed with the exception of physiotherapy and foot care service appointments. Measures are in place to protect clients and staff (see below). View the full list of closures and service changes in Seniors' Services.

COVID-19 safety measures

The following measures are in place to ensure we can provide you with the services you need while we all work together to stay healthy.

Screening and personal protective equipment

When booking an appointment by phone, patients will complete a screening questionnaire. They will complete a second screening questionnaire at the clinic before entering.
All clinic staff are screened each day before entering the clinic. This includes a questionnaire and touchless temperature check.
Face masks must be worn by all staff and clients, as per recommendations from provincial public health authorities and professional regulatory bodies.
Clients will bring their own masks. Hand sanitizer will be provided.

Maintaining social distancing

Plexiglass screen guards have been installed at all clinics at reception.
Patient appointment times will be staggered to enable social distancing, screening, and time for cleaning treatment areas and equipment.
Clinic waiting and treatment areas have been rearranged to maintain 2 metres of physical distancing with signage and floor decals as reminders.

Cleaning and disinfecting

Clinics will undergo a thorough cleaning throughout each day.
Following all treatment sessions, staff will clean any equipment used and all high touch surfaces such as door handles.

Services

Take a video tour to see all that the wellness centre has to offer.

For more information or to join the Wellness Centre call 519-896-0805 or send us an email.

Exercise and personal coaching

The Sunnyside Wellness Centre will work with you to develop a program tailored to your needs.

All equipment is adjustable and customized to your fitness level. Your weight resistance can increase as your fitness level improves, allowing you to reach your goals.

The exercise and personal coaching programs are supported by a registered kinesiologist - an expert in preventing and managing injury and chronic disease to help you reach your best physical performance.

Rates

One-month membership: $45
Six-month membership: $240
Yearly membership: $420
Personal coaching: $20 per 30-minute session

For more information or an appointment call 519-896-0805 or email Achieva Health.

"It is an ideal place to go to work out, very nice facility ... you can do your workout with people your own age, at your own speed."

-Fitness member

"Prior to becoming a member of the Centre, I had really let my body go. The change in my general health has been dramatic; my upper body strength has greatly improved along with an increase in self confidence. I feel better than I did 20 years ago."

-Fitness member

"It's nice to be able to come in and exercise when I want to and to be able to talk to people as well!"

-Fitness member

Massage therapy

Massage therapy by a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) promotes relaxation, reduces muscle tension and enhances well-being. It can help treat a variety of conditions including back pain, headaches and arthritis. Treatments include:

Deep tissue massage
Relaxation massage
Rehabilitation massage

Rates

30 minutes: $50
45 minutes: $65
60 minutes: $80

For more information or an appointment, call 519-896-0805 or email Achieve Health.

Foot care

Proper foot care contributes to the overall well-being of older adults. It can increase comfort, limit other medical problems and lower the chance of infection. Foot care services include, but are not limited to:

Nail clipping and filing
Addressing corns, calluses, plantar calluses and ingrown toenails
Light foot massage with moisturizer

Rates

Treatment: $35

For more information or an appointment, call 519-896-0805 or email Achieva Health.

Physiotherapy

Physiotherapists can help people restore, maintain and maximize their strength, function and overall well-being.Our team of physiotherapists will work with you to develop a plan that will help you achieve your goals. The centre treats the following conditions:

Arthritis (joint pain)
Back pain
Neck pain
Muscle (strains and sprains)
Balance issues
Post-surgical conditions (hip, knee, spine)
Osteoporosis
Return-to-work programs

Government-funded physiotherapyThe Sunnyside Wellness Centre provides physiotherapy paid for by the government for those who qualify. Check with your physician or nurse practitioner to see if you meet the criteria and for a referral.Other funding for physiotherapyYou may also have some or all of the cost of physiotherapy covered if you have:

Coverage through the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board, if you have been injured at work and have a current valid claim
Been injured in a motor vehicle accident and have symptoms
An employee benefits plan that covers private physiotherapy

For more information or an appointment or call at 519-896-0805 or email Achieva Health.

Hydrotherapy (spa tub)

Hydrotherapy is a time-honoured holistic treatment used to treat muscle pain and promote wellness.

Rates

30-minute treatment: $20

For more information or an appointment, call 519-896-0805 or email Achieva Health.

Protecting your privacy: We respect your right to confidential care. Please see our Information Practices Statement for details.