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Digital SafeSteps – Empowering Residents, One Click at a Time

08 January 2026

A groundbreaking initiative called Digital SafeSteps that was launched in November has already begun breaking down barriers for residents who find online forms daunting. The project’s secret is a unique “sandbox” environment where people can safely practice filling in digital forms, free from the fear of making mistakes. For many, the anxiety of using online … Continue reading “Digital SafeSteps – Empowering Residents, One Click at a Time”

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Women’s cycle club pedals positivity!

28 November 2025

Women on Wheels (WOW), a women’s cycling club, has recently been awarded a Public Health Community Grant to help expand its reach and impact. With around 100 members, from 20 years old to 73, WOW is dedicated to encouraging even more women to enjoy cycling in a safe, supportive, and social environment. The grant has … Continue reading “Women’s cycle club pedals positivity!”

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New building opens up limitless opportunities for charity

25 November 2025

An empty building in one of Kidderminster’s old carpet factories will soon become the new home of a much-loved local charity, Simply Limitless. A Worcestershire County Council Public Health grant is supporting Simply Limitless to refurbish the building and transform it into a community space offering vital health and wellbeing services for residents. Simply Limitless … Continue reading “New building opens up limitless opportunities for charity”

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Bridges of Light festival sparks joy

06 November 2025

Local Voices, Creative Choices, has launched with the Bridges of Light festival and Cygnet Swan, supported by Public Health, on Worcester Bridge. Cygnet Song, the breathtaking light installation that lit up Worcester’s main bridge across the River Severn as part of the Bridges of Light festival, has launched the new programme of art, creativity and … Continue reading “Bridges of Light festival sparks joy”

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New outdoor gym opens in Norton

03 November 2025

A brand new outdoor gym has officially opened outside the Sergeants’ Mess Community Hub in Norton and it’s already making a difference. This free-to-use facility is designed to bring people together to move, chat, and enjoy the outdoors. Whether you’re looking to boost your physical health, improve your mental wellbeing, or simply connect with others … Continue reading “New outdoor gym opens in Norton”

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Community Stories 2025 | Winyates community hub is an anchor

23 October 2025

Winyates Community Hub is growing its role as a trusted anchor in the community. Nestled in the heart of the Winyates Housing Estate in Redditch, the Hub is a welcoming space where people come to feel seen, heard, and valued. The Hub offers a wide range of services including wellbeing activities, peer-led support groups, a … Continue reading “Community Stories 2025 | Winyates community hub is an anchor”

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Community Stories 2025 | Sensory Matters breaks down barriers

22 October 2025

In Worcester, Sensory Matters is helping visually impaired people get active, build confidence and access inclusive physical activities thanks to a Public Health Community Wellbeing grant. The funding enabled the organisation to launch a dedicated physical activity project, offering accessible sessions like Couch to 5K and healthy walks, and working with local leisure providers to … Continue reading “Community Stories 2025 | Sensory Matters breaks down barriers”

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Community Stories 2025 | Kicking off new women’s football pathways

This season marks the launch of a brand-new women’s football team at Nunnery Wood Football Club, with a clear goal: to create a full pathway from childhood to adulthood. With support from a Public Health Community Wellbeing grant, the Worcester club has been able to open an under-18 team, helping bridge the gap between youth … Continue reading “Community Stories 2025 | Kicking off new women’s football pathways”

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Community Stories 2025 | Men’s walking group is changing lives

21 October 2025

A group of men in Stourport are walking and talking their way to better mental health, and helping others do the same, with support from a Public Health Community Grant. Men Walking and Talking brings men together every Monday evening for a one-hour walk focused on connection, wellbeing, and ending the stigma around men’s mental … Continue reading “Community Stories 2025 | Men’s walking group is changing lives”

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Community Stories 2025 | Inclusive cycling at Evesham Velodrome

Thanks to a Public Health Community Grant, adults with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD) are now enjoying weekly cycling sessions at Evesham Velo; an experience that’s improving physical health, boosting confidence, and creating lasting connections. The initiative was led by the Myriad Centre, a specialist day service in Worcester that supports adults with complex … Continue reading “Community Stories 2025 | Inclusive cycling at Evesham Velodrome”