Overview of Programme
Link2BActive offers discounted rates for physical activity opportunities
for job seekers in Waterford. Regular physical activity is a vital component
of healthy living. The National Physical Activity Guidelines recommend
that adults do 30 minutes of moderate exercise on at least 5 days per
week. Further information can be found on www.getirelandactive.ie
Eligibility
Applicants who are in receipt of Job Seekers Allowance (JSA) or Back
to Education (BTE) payments are eligible for the Link2BActive Programme
and discounted leisure rates. Eligible applicants must show the Link2BActive
facility proof of payment from the Department of Social Protection. This
can be in the form of a weekly postal draft receipt or a bank statement.
No copies will be taken by the facilities. Once eligibility is confirmed,
applicants will be issued with a Link2BActive card which will be valid
for three months. To renew the card, members will be asked to show up
to date proof of payment from the Department of Social Protection. To
see the current facilities who have committed to the Link2BActive initiative,
click here.
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