Disabled People

Standing like a tree 4: Tai Chi for older people at CREST day centres

November 13, 2015 by bootleweb

Following a successful programme of delivering Tai Chi sessions across two CREST day centres in Waltham Forest in May-December 2015, Dao Lu has been commissioned to continue working with CREST in 2016 to deliver a round of 12 Tai Chi sessions to older people aged 70 to 100 years from February to June 2016.

The project is for older people using the day centre services provided by CREST. These people all have disabilities and/or dementia.

Tuesday 16th February, 15th March, 19th April, 17th May, and 21st June 2016
14.00 – 15.00
Albany Court, 3 Albany Road, Leyton, London E10 7EU
Wednesday 13th April, 4th May and 8th June 2016
Friday 4th March, 8th April, 6th May and 3rd June 2016
14.00 – 15.00
At Waltham Forest Resource Hub, 58 Hall Lane, Chingford Mount, London E4 8EU

Previous related projects:

Standing Like a Tree 3,

Standing Like a Tree 2

Lotus Tai Chi for Women

August 20, 2015 by bootleweb

Dao Lu has again been awarded a grant by the Mayor of London FreeSport Summer 2015!

This project is free for women who may not be able to access mainstream physical activities for various reasons. We are working in partnership with LBWF and ESOL providers to pilot a Tai Chi programme for these women in a friendly environment with a female instructor.

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Wednesdays 10.00 – 11.15
From 9th September to 28th October 2015
Total 8 sessions, FREE
At the Chingford Children’s Centre, Wyemead Building, 5 Oaks Grove, Chingford E4 6EY
To book, please use the contact form

Here is a PDF of the poster if you would like to print out a copy of the project.

Standing like a tree 3: Tai Chi for older people at CREST day centres

August 2, 2015 by bootleweb

Following a successful pilot of delivering 6 Tai Chi sessions across two day centres in Waltham Forest in May-July 2015, Dao Lu has been commissioned to continue working with CREST to deliver a second round of 14 Tai Chi sessions to older people aged 70 to 100 years from August to December 2015.

The project is for older people using the day centre services provided by CREST. These people all have disabilities and/or dementia.

Tuesday 11th August, 15th September, 13th October, 17th November and 1st December
14.15 – 15.15
Albany Court, 3 Albany Road, Leyton, London E10 7EU

Wednesday 9th September, 7th October, 4th November and 9th December
Friday 21st August, 18th September, 23rd October, 20th November and 11th December
14.15 – 15.15
At Waltham Forest Resource Hub, 58 Hall Lane, Chingford Mount, London E4 8EU

Tai Chi and Dementia Awareness Week in Waltham Forest (17th – 23rd May 2015)

May 10, 2015 by bootleweb

new_24_4_Dementia_Friends_CMYK_land 850,000 people in the UK have a form of dementia. 2,055 people are currently living with dementia in Waltham Forest. These figures are set to increase significantly as the population ages.

In 2012 dementia was the leading cause of death for women over 80 and was the second leading cause of death for men in this age group. Deaths from dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are increasing as people live longer, with women living longer than men.

At the centre of the Borough of Waltham Forest we are fortunate to have the tranquil and historic Lloyd Park which was extensively restored in 2012. During the week there will be a range of local activities and events for people with dementia and their carers in Lloyd Park and Gallery. These include walks, talks, exercise, Tai Chi, gardening and museum activities run by Lloyd Park Community Project, William Morris Gallery and Alzheimer’s Society Waltham Forest. Click here for the full programme.

Dao Lu is very proud to be involved in supporting this initiative. Here is a list of Tai Chi activities run by Dao Lu in the programme:

Sunday 17 May 10 – 11am

Senior Tai Chi Corner and Tai Chi demonstration
Lloyd Park Bowls Community Pavilion
Free Tai Chi sessions for ages 50+. Develop balance, reduce your risk of falling, improve your well-being and meet new people. All abilities welcome.
Open to all: people with Dementia and Carers welcome.

Monday 18 May 13.00 – 14.00

Tai Chi Taster, free refreshments
Aveling Centre Community Room
Try out some Tai Chi for free; develop balance, reduce your risk of falling,
improve your well-being and meet new people.
Special Activity for people with Dementia and Carers only. All abilities and
limited mobility welcome.

Friday 22 May 10:00 – 11:00

Women’s Tai Chi Corner and demonstration
Lloyd Park, Aveling Centre Community Room
A short demonstration of Tai Chi followed by a welcoming, women-only class.
Gentle movements to improve your health and calm your mind.
Open to all: people with Dementia and Carers welcome.