Fit as a Fiddle

Physical activity lowers risk of heart disease, stroke and most cancers. Furthermore, it can prevent and treat high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes. It reduces the risk of Alzheimer's and depression, and improves cognitive function and memory. Encouraging and providing physical activity opportunities for older disabled populations has considerable benefits, including better health, improved quality of life, independence and wellbeing, as well as wider social benefits. This guide presents information, recommendations and examples of good practice to support practitioners in providing opportunities for older disabled people to participate in, and benefit from, physical activity within their local communities.