Community Health Education Groups Inc (CHEGS)
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| Program/Project | CHEGS (Community Health Education Groups) Inc. |
| Period/Length | Since 1979 |
| Aim | Identify, develop and implement specific community education programmes that support major health promotion initiatives. |
| Year | 1979 – present |
| Target Group | Adults |
| Reach | 40 classes operate each week across the Northern Rivers with approx. 10 participants in each |
| Locations | Northern NSW |
| Partners | |
| Funding | Self funded |
| Contact | robyn.newson@health.nsw.gov.au |
| Full Report | |
| Resources | Link to website – CHEGS in Age Well |
| More Information | See below |
| Publications |
What strategies were used?
CHEGS Exercise was established in 1979. CHEGS currently offers low cost classes in Exercise, yoga and Tai Chi/Qigong. CHEGS classes are led by facilitators who are fully accredited and registered Fitness Instructors with Fitness Australia. About 400 people attend the 40 weekly classes across the Northern Rivers. CHEGS leaders are self-employed but Health Promotion provides leader training, support and quality assurance for the classes.