A new Tai Chi class in Gheluvelt Park in Worcester is improving mobility, balance and reducing the risk of falls for its participants. Wild Chi Cic is a gentle and inclusive class, run by Charlotte Burbidge, that focuses on using the principles of tai chi to improve balance, mood and social connections – all whilst … Continue reading “Tai Chi in the park is boosting mobility and balance!”
New neighbourhood community projects place wellbeing and community connection at the heart of learning. The new projects, based at St. Wulstan’s Church in Warndon, Worcester, and The REDI Centre in Redditch Town Centre, will offer local people the opportunity to design and deliver projects that bring real benefits to their neighbourhoods, while building confidence, skills, … Continue reading “Neighbourhood projects boost connection!”
Public Health in Worcestershire is supporting the Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust, which is inviting people to unleash their creativity and help transform hospital and healthcare spaces! This heartfelt initiative aims to enhance the wellbeing of patients, staff, and visitors by filling NHS spaces with artwork that celebrates the beauty of the … Continue reading “A creative call to brighten NHS spaces”
This week is Creativity and Wellbeing Week, and we’re taking the chance to share real stories from our community partners. These are stories of people who have found connection, healing, and joy through creativity. A recent project in Redditch called ‘Planting Healthy Minds’ shows just how powerful artistic collaboration can be in opening up discussions … Continue reading “Planting healthy minds in Redditch”
This week is Creativity and Wellbeing Week, a time to celebrate the power of creativity in bringing people together, lifting spirits, and making a real difference in our communities. In Woodrow, a small neighbourhood in Redditch, creativity has done just that. Severn Arts, in partnership with Reimagine Redditch, recently completed a public art project that … Continue reading “Love Woodrow”
Evesham is set to become a hub of inclusive cycling opportunities for people with disabilities of all ages, thanks to a new initiative by PAL Fitness & Education CIC, also known as “Purposeful, Active, Living,”. The sessions are taking place at the newly established cycling facility at Evesham Football Club, utilising a range of adapted … Continue reading “Evesham embraces inclusive cycling”
The Worcester Slipper Swap is an innovative community project aimed at reducing the risk of falls among older adults, particularly those who are frail or vulnerable. The event was hosted by the Worcester City Primary Care Network (PCN) in partnership with Worcester District Collaborative and Worcester City Council, funded by a Worcestershire County Council community … Continue reading “Worcester slipper swap prevents falls”
Men’s Shed Worcester, a local charity based in the Crypt of St Clement’s Church, has been successfully combatting social isolation and loneliness through woodworking and crafting for four years. With around 40 active members, the Shed provides a supportive environment where men can work on individual or group projects, build connections and talk about their … Continue reading “Crafting connections and building community”
Teachers, youth workers and other professionals working with children and young people across Worcestershire say they are now ‘better equipped to have conversations around substance use’, thanks to ‘eye opening’ training from drug education charity, Hope UK. Hope UK’s drug awareness training includes quizzes, case studies and opportunities for small group discussion. A particular highlight … Continue reading “‘Eye opening’ drug and alcohol training for schools”
Theatre company, Strange Futures, have been running free ‘Theatre in the Making’ workshops at Malvern Cube with the support of a Worcestershire County Council Public Health grant. The sessions ran for nine weeks and were aimed at a variety of local residents including refugees, asylum seekers and those living with neurodiversity, or a physical or … Continue reading “Theatre workshops boost creativity and connection”
