Located in the Riverside Shopping Centre, the the new family space has opened as part of the Riverside Health and Wellbeing Hub. The hub is run by Onside Advocacy and acts as a one-stop shop where community members can access health and wellbeing services, signposting, information and support. The hub is also an inclusive space for … Continue reading “New wellbeing hub welcomes families in Evesham”
Jacks Place is a community-based day centre for older adults, adults with disabilities and adults with mental health issues and is situated in a rural location on a working farm in Berrow, near Malvern. Jack’s Place worked with Sarah Edwards from Spare Room Arts on collaborative visual arts project. Spare Room Arts deliver inclusive, … Continue reading “Getting creative at Jacks Place | Community Stories”
“My name is Aidan, I am 11 and I am from Worcester, I have lived here all my life. I love cricket and love being outside. I help my Grandad with his allotment on the weekends as well. Before HAF camp I didn’t have much to do, I didn’t like any sport and I was … Continue reading “Aidan’s Story: Cricket Camp | Community Stories”
Over 650 people are now trained to support people who are having suicidal thoughts and wear the Orange Button across Herefordshire and Worcestershire. The Orange Button is worn by people who have relevant training in suicide prevention. They are there to listen, signpost to local support, and help reduce stigma by talking openly about suicide. Keen … Continue reading “Over 650 people trained to support those with suicidal thoughts”
Bike Worcester reflects on a year of its ‘Bike Bus’, encouraging families to get active and come together cycling to and from school. The Bike Bus provides a fun and exciting start to the day for children, parents, and volunteers. The initiatives are set up and led by parents and families, with support from Bike … Continue reading “Kids getting active on the Bike Bus”
Five new defibrillators have been installed at Police Stations in Worcestershire. Worcestershire County Council’s Public Health team has funded the new equipment, with support from West Mercia Police, Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion, and Droitwich AED. The installations came after feedback to Leader of the Council, Simon Geraghty from residents following a real life … Continue reading “Lifesaving equipment at nearby police stations”
School and youth services staff have welcomed new free drug and alcohol training across the county. Having listened to the experience of school and youth teams, Worcester County Council has been working with Hope UK to deliver free sessions to those working with young people. As part of a Safer Worcestershire project with the West … Continue reading “Free drug and alcohol training supports school and youth teams”
Malvern’s very own ‘Mr Pebbles’, Brian Graham has been reflecting on the success of the Take Heart Stones programme, which has received funding support from Worcestershire County Council’s Public Health Team. The team awarded Brian with a micro grant to help him continue with the work that he has been able to achieve in his … Continue reading “‘Mr Pebbles’ lifts community spirit with Take Heart Stones!”
A school in Worcester has transformed outdoor lunchtime play, winning an OPAL award as one of the ‘best countrywide’. Oasis Academy in Warndon has improved playtime by giving children more opportunities to socialise with more access to school grounds and outdoor activities. The school worked with the local community, which donated tyres, toys and games … Continue reading “Children allowed more freedom at playtime”
Residents at The Mews Care Home in Droitwich have been enjoying visits by pupils from nearby St Peters Primary School to get active together. The school has purchased equipment, such as hoops and beanbags, to share with the care home and help keep both pupils and residents moving. The project aims to support the social … Continue reading “Kids and care home residents get active”
