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 Vale of Evesham School has unveiled a new, inclusive gardening area, affectionately named ‘Steven’s Space’. This wonderful addition, made possible by a wellbeing grant from Worcestershire County Council and the West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner, is now open for all students to enjoy. ‘Steven’s Space’ features custom-designed raised planting beds, ensuring accessibility for … Continue reading “Steven’s Space: ‘A wish come true’”
St Peter’s Droitwich CofE Academy felt that pupils could be supported to better engage through animal care, bringing a sense of calm to the school day for all – so adopted Munchy and Crunchy from a local rescue centre with the help of a Public Health wellbeing grant from Worcestershire County Council and West Mercia … Continue reading “Therapy Pets Bring Joy to School”
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”
The Beacon Pupil Referral Unit in Redditch was looking for ways to help children manage their emotions. They found an intervention helping children identify emotions through play, using Lego. Mood Busters helps primary school children understand and manage their emotions. It builds resilience and encourages them to talk about their feelings. Using bricks and elements, … Continue reading “Building Mood Monsters (and resilience!)”
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”
