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”
Last month brought sunshine, smiles and delicious dishes at Winyates Craft Centre’s Multicultural Community Food and Arts Festival. From Malaysian noodles to Jamaican dumplings, there were plenty of foods to tickle the taste buds! Redditch Loves and Inspire came together, with support from Worcestershire County Council Public Health and the Holiday Activities and Food programme, … Continue reading “Winyates Multicultural Festival Brings Community Together”
Holy Innocents’ Church is an inclusive, welcoming church in Kidderminster. As well as a weekly Sunday congregation, the church has opened its doors to monthly coffee mornings, seated exercise classes, children’s play sessions and music concerts to help build community connections and overcome social isolation and loneliness. “We recently moved to the area and my … Continue reading “Holy Innocents’ Church | Community Stories”
The Young Poet Laureate (YPL) is a competition for young people aged 11 – 18 years to showcase their talent in writing poetry. The competition has been running for over 10 years, it is free to enter and supported by workshops and specialist coaching for finalists, 2024 saw a record number of budding poets apply. … Continue reading “Young Poet Laureate | Community Stories”
The Granary Community Café – Hope Church The Granary Community café is “a friendly community space for all who need it”, run by a group of volunteers at the Hope Church, Worcester. The café works in partnership with a range of organisations including Emerging futures, YMCA, Cranstoun and Good Soil, to offer signposting to services … Continue reading “The Granary Community Café – Hope Church | Community Stories”
