HomeStretch
Active Living
Stay active, confident, and independent with personalized in-home kinesiology for seniors.
Meet Melissa,
Kinesiologist & Founder of HomeStretch Active Living
“We all want our parents and grandparents to age safely and comfortably in their own homes. Not just live longer, but live better.
As a Kinesiologist, I’ve learned that “aging well” requires movement: frequent, consistent movement that builds strength, balance, and confidence. And sometimes, it takes someone energetic and encouraging to come in, guide the movements, and make it feel achievable.
I created HomeStretch three years ago in Vancouver, BC after seeing firsthand how many older adults needed more support to stay active and confident while aging at home.
I began by teaching exercise classes and training clients in retirement homes and quickly realized there was a gap for a kinesiology-led service. Kinesiology goes beyond personal training — it focuses on safe movement, proper form, and recovery from long-standing injuries.
As demand grew, I began bringing on other kinesiologists who shared my philosophy and passion for working with older adults. I’ve hand-selected each Kinesiologist on my BC and Ontario team and continue to expand as more families look for trusted, professional support.
My mission is simple: helping older adults stay strong, independent, and confident in their own homes.”
“Because Falls are the #1 Reason Seniors Loose their Independence — and they’re preventable.”
- CDIC, 2018
We’ll Drive Right to You.
Our Services:
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In-Home Personal Training with a Kinesiologist
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Pre and Post Operation Rehabilitation
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Fall Prevention Programs to Keep You Steady & Safe
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Community Workshops & Presentations that Keep Seniors Moving
Client Testimonials
Hear from Seniors Who’ve Found Strength and Confidence with Us
“Melissa is a knowledgeable, engaging trainer who keeps sessions light and fun. We always look forward to her visits and highly recommend her for at-home training”
“Michelle helped me with in-home balance and mobility exercises. She was knowledgeable, professional, and punctual — and made it fun! She tailored exercises to my needs, which made all the difference. Thank you, Michelle!”
Joseph Lam
“Kseniya is always professional, punctual, and caring, making every session productive and tailored to my needs. I’m grateful for her support and wish her a speedy recovery—I look forward to working with her again soon.”
Our Core Services
In-Home Services
We bring expert movement support directly to your door.
Our in-home personal trainer for seniors model is built around one promise: you get a registered kinesiologist who comes to your home, understands your health history, and designs a program tailored to your body- not a generic workout.
Every session is 1:1, entirely personalized, and focused on what matters most as you age: building strength, improving mobility, and maintaining independence. Unlike a traditional in home personal trainer, our kinesiologists specialize in aging bodies, arthritis, joint replacements, balance challenges, and post-surgery recovery.
We start with a thorough assessment of your balance, mobility, and fall risk. From there, your kinesiologist builds a plan that’s realistic, safe, and built around your daily life- whether that’s getting up and down more easily, walking confidently outdoors, improving reaction time, or reducing stiffness and pain.
Community Workshops
We’re proud to offer workshops for seniors that bring engaging education, confidence, and movement into community spaces across Ontario.
Our signature community workshop- the Brain & Balance Series- helps older adults learn how the body’s balance systems work, why walking speed matters, and what practical steps they can take to stay independent. Each session blends fun, social connection, and hands-on movement so participants can practice new skills safely and confidently.
Led by a registered kinesiologist, our community sessions make evidence-based learning accessible for all fitness levels. We cover essential topics like fall prevention for seniors, strength training, mobility, dual-tasking, reaction time, and how to train the brain and body to work together. These workshops support retirement homes, Legions, community centres, and senior-living organizations looking to enhance wellness programming. Whether delivered as a one-time seminar or a multi-week course, our workshops help older adults stay active, informed, and connected.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Older adults who want to stay strong, mobile, and independent! Whether at home or in a group setting at your local seniors centre. From wheelchairs, to walkers, to seniors who can run. We’ll train anyone over 55!
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Yes. Every team member is a degree-trained kinesiologist, and many are registered with the College of Kinesiologists of Ontario as registered kinesiologists. We are all trained on how to work with clients from mild to severe cognitive impairments.
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They are taught by kinesiologists who specialize in aging and fall prevention for seniors. These programs are designed to blend research-based education with balance-challenging movements. We prioritize dual-task training, coordination, agility and reaction time for cognition and memory.
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No. We bring everything needed for safe, effective training—including balance tools, strength equipment, and mobility supports.
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We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all pricing. Your plan—and therefore your cost—depends on the level of care and frequency of visits that fit your needs. Once we learn a bit about your goals, we can give you a clear, upfront quote with no surprises.