Senior Mobility Program

About Our Senior Mobility Program

In Filipino families, our parents and grandparents are the heart of the household — and when a lolo stops going downstairs because his knees hurt, or a lola quietly avoids Sunday mass because she is afraid of falling, the whole family feels it. Our senior mobility program is designed specifically for that stage of life: when the goal is not to run a marathon, but to walk confidently around the village, get up from a chair without help, play with apos, and stay independent in the home.

The program is led by Fely Santiago, PTRP, our geriatric specialist with more than 15 years of experience in senior care. We work with patients recovering from falls, managing osteoarthritis, coping with Parkinson's or post-stroke weakness, and regaining confidence after a hospital stay. We also run preventive programs for active seniors who simply want to stay ahead of the curve.

A huge part of our work is coordination. We communicate with your geriatrician, cardiologist, or internist; we respect your medications and comorbidities (hypertension, diabetes, heart conditions); and we pace sessions carefully so we never leave you exhausted or sore for days.

What to expect on your first visit

• A gentle, unhurried assessment — we take the time to build trust and explain everything clearly.
• Full fall-risk screening: balance (Berg scale), gait speed, timed up-and-go, leg strength, and vision or medication review where relevant.
• Joint and posture exam appropriate to the patient's comfort — no painful manoeuvres.
• A realistic plan that respects energy levels, medical conditions, and family support at home.
• Guidance for the family and helper (kasambahay) so progress continues between visits.

Treatments we may use

• Balance & fall-prevention trainingEvidence-based Otago and tai-chi-inspired drills proven to cut fall risk by up to 40 percent.
• Gentle strengtheningChair-based and standing exercises to rebuild leg, hip, and core strength without over-stressing joints.
• Joint-friendly mobilityLow-impact movement work for stiff hips, knees, and shoulders so daily tasks stop hurting.
• Home visitsIn-home sessions for non-ambulatory patients or those with advanced dementia, across Makati, BGC, and nearby areas.
• Dementia-friendly approachCalm environment, short sessions, repetition-based cues, and family involvement for patients with cognitive changes.
• Home safety reviewPractical advice on bathroom grab bars, lighting, clutter, slippery tiles, and footwear to reduce real-world fall risk.

Typical session pricing

Service	Price
Initial senior assessment (60 min)	₱1,800
Follow-up clinic session (45 min)	₱1,500
Home visit surcharge (Makati/BGC/Mandaluyong)	+₱800
10-session package (clinic)	₱11,500
10-session package (home visits)	₱18,500

Pro tip: One in three Filipinos over 65 will fall this year, and a hip fracture from a fall can change everything — independence, mood, even life expectancy. The good news: fall risk is highly modifiable. Even 8–12 weeks of the right training dramatically reduces the chance of the next fall.

Many of our senior patients come to us after a specific event — a slip in the bathroom, a near-miss on the stairs, or after being discharged from Makati Med or The Medical City. The moment after an incident like this is actually the best window to act. Strength and balance respond quickly in the first few weeks, and family members get clarity on what is safe at home. Our joint health library has articles written specifically for older adults and caregivers, including a useful read on managing osteoarthritis without surgery after 60.

If your parent is recovering from recent surgery — total knee or hip replacement, hip fracture fixation, or spinal procedures — our post-surgery rehabilitation service integrates smoothly with the senior mobility program. The transition from acute rehab to long-term maintenance is where most families lose momentum, and we make sure you do not.