Our Asset Based Community Development work with the Westlands housing estate has been shortlisted for the LGC Public Health Award. It all started with a film made with local residents called “We Are Westlands!” (see link below). From there we devolved resources down to a committee of residents and local agencies (such as the school … Continue reading “Westlands Project Shortlisted for Award”
In Worcestershire, a local boxing club has been making a significant impact on the lives of young people, thanks to the support of Worcestershire County Council’s Public Health funding. The club’s programs have helped individuals turn their lives around and achieve remarkable outcomes. Pete Martin, owner of Redditch Self Defence Association, is working with young … Continue reading “Knockout success: Transforming young people’s lives”
A new mural has been created at Westlands First School & Nursery to celebrate the Westlands estate! Councillor David Ross, Cabinet Member for Health & Wellbeing and Councillor Richard Morris the councillor for Droitwich West were there to see the artwork installed. The work was inspired by pupil’s thoughts around what Westlands meant to them, … Continue reading “School’s Westlands Mural Celebrates Community Spirit”
Worcestershire’s free health improvement programme, Healthy Worcestershire, is already making a positive impact on residents’ physical and mental health while helping to ease winter pressures on the NHS. Recent data reveals that seven in ten participants have experienced improvements in their strength, balance, and flexibility. A similar proportion report that the programme is helping them … Continue reading “Healthy Worcestershire makes its mark on residents’ health and wellbeing”
A brand-new wellbeing garden has officially opened at a primary school in Wolverley in Kidderminster. Wolverley Seabright Primary Academy has transformed an unused corner of the site into a relaxing play area, complete with a gazebo, picnic benches, spring flowering bulbs and landscaping. The wellbeing space is open to children throughout the day, and parents … Continue reading “Wellbeing Garden Blooms at Wolverley School”
The Safe Space van in Worcester City is marking its first anniversary with a significant funding boost from the Safer Worcestershire Partnership. This initiative, launched by Worcester Bid on 15 December 2023, has been key in keeping citygoers safe during nights out, supporting thousands of people in vulnerable situations over the past year. It is … Continue reading “Safe Space van celebrates one year in Worcester with funding boost”
ARCH (Active Redditch Community Hub) accessed a Worcestershire County Council and West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Youth Innovation Grant to get more young people involved in sports, recognising that sport is a way to connect, develop personal skills, and stay active. Nearly 100 children and young people took part weekly sporting activities including … Continue reading “ARCH Empowers Youth Through Sport”
Promoting good hand hygiene is a key focus for the Health Protection Team at Worcestershire County Council. Since 2022, their ongoing campaign Clean Hands, Safe Hands has been sharing practical tips and raising awareness about the importance of proper handwashing techniques. Engaging Students with the Lightbox Experiment One standout feature of the campaign is the … Continue reading “Clean Hands, Safe Hands: better handwashing techniques”
The Tea Party Project, delivered by Everybody Dance, is making waves in the Malvern community by fostering cross-generational connections through the timeless joy of tea dances. Designed for elders living with dementia and long-term health conditions, alongside their carers and local young people, this participatory project has been bridging generational gaps in a fun, engaging, … Continue reading “Connecting Generations with Tea Dances”
Park Yoga has become a popular fitness trend at Brinton Park in Kidderminster, drawing residents from all walks of life. Starting as a simple initiative to encourage outdoor activity, it has evolved into a community movement offering both physical and mental benefits. Participants come together to practice yoga, enjoy the fresh air and the opportunity … Continue reading “Community Finds Balance with Park Yoga”
