Healthy Worcestershire continues its roll out of venues across the county, with more planned for early October 2024. The free sessions encourage adults to be more active and connect with others in their community, supporting healthy lifestyles. The reasons people have shared for joining the groups include ‘getting out to meet new people’ and ‘to … Continue reading “Healthy Worcestershire Increases Community Sessions”
His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Worcestershire, Mrs Beatrice Grant, had a wonderful morning meeting some inspirational people from the Westlands Estate in Droitwich this week. There is some truly amazing work going on to support the residents’ health and wellbeing, which was evident with such positive community spirit. The Lord-Lieutenant visited the Droitwich Wellbeing Hub, WANDS … Continue reading “Lord-Lieutenant Celebrates Westlands Community Wellbeing”
Meet Mo, Mary, Christine, and Sue from the Corn Dollies Womens Institute (WI), talking in this video about their experiences with resistance bands. Mo found out about resistance bands through walking netball, and realised they would be helpful for the WI to improve their strength and balance. Resistance bands are easy to use either seated … Continue reading “Resistance Bands Boost Strength & Balance”
Lewis, who lives in Droitwich, has been supported to start up a bike repair project on the Westlands estate. The Droitwich Wellbeing Hub supports people with their mental health and wellbeing, and welcomes people of all ages from the Droitwich Community. The team has worked with Lewis to bring his idea to life, as part … Continue reading “Lewis’s Bike Repair Dream Realised”
People with drug and alcohol dependence often struggle to find stable employment, which can be an essential part of recovery. The government’s 10-year drug strategy seeks to improve employment opportunities by joining up the support with Drug and Alcohol treatment services. Individual Placement Support is a new, innovative service for Worcestershire. Skilled employment specialists support … Continue reading “Employment Support for Drug Recovery”
Worcestershire libraries are getting prepared for emergencies this ‘Save a Life September’. Life-saving trauma kits have been installed in libraries across Worcestershire for use in emergencies. The kits are designed to help people stop the casualty bleeding before paramedics arrive. The packs, which include trauma dressings, chest seals and tourniquets, are designed for public use. … Continue reading “Worcestershire Libraries Promote Health Preparedness”
Home-Start North East Worcestershire is a charity that offers support to families across Redditch and Bromsgrove who are struggling to cope since 1989. Volunteers provide non-judgmental, practical and emotional support to help build the family’s confidence and prevent family breakdown. They offer a range of support services delivered by qualified professionals and they train and … Continue reading “HomeStart North East Worcestershire | Community Stories”
BURT, or Bromsgrove Urban & Rural Transport, has been running since 2009. The bus helps residents of Bromsgrove District who are unable to make essential journeys by conventional transport, either because of personal mobility/disability difficulties or because suitable services are not available. The minibus is adapted for wheelchair users. Since May 2017 the service has … Continue reading “Gemma and Paul: BURT and Keep on Moving Group | Community Stories”
Public Health Innovation Grants for schools and youth organisations have made a real difference to the health and wellbeing of young people since the launch of the programme in Summer 2023. Supported by Worcestershire Public Health and West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner, small grants allow schools, colleges, and youth groups to make their ideas … Continue reading “Public Health Grants Boost Young People’s Wellbeing”
This year’s Worcester City Runs event was a souring success, with over 5,000 runners, an increase on last year’s numbers. Legendary three-time London Marathon winner Paula Radcliffe MBE officially started the junior runs, Worcester 10k, and the half marathon. Runners commented on the fantastic atmosphere and many Worcestershire residents stood on the side-lines in support. Running … Continue reading “Record Turnout at Worcester City Runs”
