Hertsmere's Healthy Hubs
Our Healthy Hubs provide FREE lifestyle support for individuals and their families covering mental health, physical activity, weight management, smoking cessation, health MOTs and nutritional advice, and sexual health testing kits.
Contact Lee or Nicola to make a face-to-face appointment or phone in:
Lee Bruce - Lee.Bruce@inspireall.com or 07741 248852
Nicola O'Neill - healthyhub@communities1st.org.uk or 01727649931
Find out more at the Healthy Hub website.
Alternatively, visit our Healthy Hub Self Service page, where you can access all of the services you need online. If you would like to access free health advice, fill out our enquiry form and we'll get back to you.
The Hertfordshire Satellite Law Clinic are offering FREE legal advice to residents on a variety of issues, such as family, employment and housing. Advice will be given by solicitors or trained law students working under supervision. To guarantee your place, call 01707 284115 or email probono@herts.ac.uk.
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 Book your We Move, She Moves sessions
We Move, She Moves is a great way to get active and have fun! Sessions that take place weekly include; Yoga, Pilates, Aqua Zumba, Pound, Golden Dance, Stroller Strength, Learn to Run and Tai Chi.
Our session of the month is:
Aqua Zumba!
Aqua Zumba brings new meaning to the idea of an invigorating workout. It combines the South American Zumba rhythm and dance steps with a pool party. It offers a fun but challenging, water-based, body-toning workout. So, liven up your working week with some Latin fever.
The session takes place at The Venue, Borehamwood on Tuesdays 7:30-8:30pm, so book your space to get moving, meet new people and have fun!
Shape Up is back in Potters Bar!
Shape Up is a FREE 13 week weight loss course aimed at men aged 18-65 with a BMI of 30+ (or 27.5+ for ethnic minority groups).
Starting on 25 April, the course combines a 45 minute physical exercise session with educational talks on healthy lifestyle habits to encourage long term change.
Sessions are taking place at Cranborne Primary School, Potters Bar on Thursdays, 7-8:30pm.
For more information, visit the Shape Up Website, or email Thomas.hosier@watfordfc.com.
Build healthy habits for life with BeeZee Families
BeeZee Families is a FREE 12 week course for children and their families in the local community to learn about healthy eating, exercise, and wellbeing. Sessions include fun activities, cooking with nutritionists, challenges and prizes!
Sessions in Hertsmere are coming to Cranbourne Primary School, Potters Bar from 22 April 5-7pm, and Meryfield Primary School, Borehamwood from 25 April 7:30-9:30pm.
To be eligible to attend, families must live/go to a school/be registered with a GP in Hertfordshire and include a child aged 5-15 who is above an ideal weight. Each session includes sports and physical activity for all the family.
BeeZee do also run other programmes and services online and over the telephone, should families not be able to commit to a 12-week in person programme.
To sign up or simply for more info please visit the BeeZee Bodies website or call 01707 248 648.
Easter activities for all the family near you!
During the Easter break, there are many activities for your kids to get involved with.
For just £2 per person from 12-4pm, you can get involved in an Easter egg hunt, face painting, inflatables and a FREE magic show!
The sessions will be at:
- 2 April in Aberford Park, Borehamwood
- 3 April in Oakmere Park, Potters Bar
- 4 April in Bushey Rose Garden, Bushey
It promises to be an afternoon of fun for all the family. Please note the event is cashless.
Also during the Easter break, the Family Centre are putting on free Family Fun sessions in Potters Bar and Borehamwood. Sessions include:
- PB1 Family Centre, Potters Bar, EN6 5NP on 3 April and 10 April. These sessions are drop in.
- 96 Shenley Road, Borehamwood, WD6 1EB on 5 April and 12 April. Please use the Eventbrite links to book your place.
Visit What’s On Hertsmere to explore the weekly timetable, listing all sessions and courses.
Get active in the park this spring
parkrun is a great way to get active in any way you want. parkrun is a 5k that takes place every Saturday morning. In Hertsmere, parkrun takes place at Aldenham country park, with the race starting at 9am. It is a completely free event; come along and get involved.
Junior Parkrun is also available for 4-14 year olds. It is a fun 2k race with two locations in Hertsmere; King George Recreation Ground and Furzefield Leisure Centre. Bring your kids down any Sunday morning for a 9am start to get them moving and having fun!
ParkPlay is the perfect way to get the whole family more active, more often. It combines organised sports and games for both children and adults to get involved in whilst being outdoors and getting some fresh air.
ParkPlay has started in Aycliffe Park, Borehamwood every Saturday, running from 10am-12pm. It is a safe, welcoming, and inclusive way for people to connect and have fun. The sessions are completely free and there is no need to bring any equipment - just a pair of trainers and suitable clothes will do!
For more information and to register for ParkPlay, visit the ParkPlay website.
All you need to know about the MMR vaccine
The MMR vaccine is a safe and effective combined vaccine against measles, mumps and rubella.
Measles can spread very easily among those who are unvaccinated, especially in nurseries and schools. Being in certain risk groups such as babies, young children and pregnant women makes you more likely to develop complications from measles.
It is never too late to catch up on your vaccines. Anyone of any age can take their MMR vaccine if it has been missed. If you are unsure of your/your child's vaccination status, you can check your Red Book, the NHS app or contact your GP to find out. See the NHS website on MMR vaccines for more information.
The BECC family centre is hosting a MMR vaccine pop up session on Tuesday 2 April, 9am-3pm. Please call 0300 555 5055 to book your place.
Develop your mental health skills with New Leaf
New Leaf Recovery and Wellbeing College offers a range of free courses to support people with their mental health recovery. April is Stress Awareness Month, and it is vital we can gain the skills to manage and deal with stress.
Anyone living in Hertfordshire over the age of 18 can attend the college at any time. Courses are held for free online and in-class across Hertfordshire. The college allows people the opportunity to reflect, gain skills and learn self-management and personal development. There are over 50 courses, covering a wide range of topics, and students do not need to have a diagnosis or be using services to access courses.
To receive a copy of the college newsletters, view testimonials, or to join courses, visit their website or call 01442 864 966.
Bowel Cancer Awareness Month
Over 43,000 people are diagnosed with bowel cancer every year. This April, make sure you know all the signs and symptoms. These can include bleeding in stool, changes in bowel habits, unexplained weight loss alongside many more.
Bowel cancer screening can save lives when detecting cancer early. A simple FIT test can spot any early signs of bowel cancer quickly and discretely. If you are aged 54-74, make sure to take up your FIT test now. Visit the NHS website for more information on bowel cancer screening.
There are potential risk factors for bowel cancer, such as age, family history of cancer or other health problems. However, leading a healthy lifestyle can help reduce your risk. Learn more about reducing the risk of developing bowel cancer.
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