Hydrotherapy to warm up Westbury
Liza DeLatour takes a hydrotherapy exercise class at the Deloraine Primary School pool, attended by locals from Westbury, Deloraine and surrounding areas. Photo supplied.
For many years Westbury Health has supported and provided hydrotherapy services in the Meander Valley.
These services were provided through the Commonwealth Home Support Programme for adults over 65 years, and now the services are available for everyone thanks to the support of Village Central in Westbury.
But there are limitations to the current facilities. Westbury Health currently runs hydrotherapy sessions at Deloraine Primary School pool and there is a hydrotherapy pool at Launceston Aquatic Centre.
Westbury Health believes that there is a clear benefit for a dedicated hydrotherapy facility in the Meander Valley.
Such a facility could improve the health, pain and mobility of the Valley’s ageing population, help and improve the life of people living with disabilities and allow regular access to allied health services.
The support of local community groups is essential for such a large project to be planned, funded and built and Westbury Health will be seeking funding from all levels of government to achieve their goal.
Community input will be most welcome to confirm the need for hydrotherapy services in the Valley.
Westbury Health will also be establishing links with individuals and community groups willing to assist in bringing this major project to fruition.
