HEARTBEAT offers Exercise and Tai Chi classes, Walks and Health Walks, Social Events plus support to people in Calderdale and surrounding areas who have had or are at risk of having a cardiac event. The risk factors are: had a cardiac event, high blood pressure and / or cholesterol, overweight, Diabetes type 1 or 2. HEARTBEAT raises funds to provide 24/7 public access AED's, to date 10 units
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- Our aim is to improve the quality of life and the life expectancy of our members by rehabilitation or prevention of cardiac issues or their causes. This to be in an enjoyable, friendly experience.
- HEARTBEAT helps raise funds for 24/7 public access AED’s (Automated External Defibrillators). To date we have helped raise £20,000+ and 13 AED’s have been installed.
- HEARTBEAT provides:
- Exercise Classes for people with heart problems or conditions that could lead to them.
- Tai Chi Classes for balance, circulation, fitness and exercise.
- Professional instructors with BACR or other appropriate qualifications for all our HEARTBEAT classes.
- Regular walks and Short / Health Walks for members, with 10 trained Walk Leaders.
- All Trustees and Walk Leaders have been DBS checked and have First Aid qualifications.
- Information regarding heart and associated care via the BHF’s magazines, leaflets, our in-house newsletter and our website.
- A calendar of over 36 social events a year for the benefit of members, their carers, family and friends subject to availability.
- An environment where members and carers can interact on a like for like basis with people who have a commonality with heart associated problems and experiences which rebuild their confidence to enjoy life to the full.