Making a change for Autumn
This October we're highlighting and raising awareness of important health topics to help improve your overall wellbeing and encourage you to make a change for good. Whether it's stopping smoking, cutting back on alcohol or looking after your heart health, why not get involved with a campaign to make some positive lifestyle changes.
Three simple steps to get started:
- Get ready - think about the changes you would like to make to lead a healthier lifestyle.
- Get set - phone or email us for a one-to-one chat with a Wellbeing Advisor, or to make an appointment if you need that extra bit of help.
- Go - we will give you advice and support on how to take control and build small changes into your life. We understand how hard it can be, but we can help to make it easier.
The Wellbeing Team are continuing to support you and we have resumed face-to-face appointments at our Wellbeing Centre in Horsham.
Strong and Steady now available in Pulborough!
We are extremely pleased to announce that our Strong & Steady course is coming to Pulborough. Over a series of sessions comprising low-impact exercises the course aims to keep you feeling strong and steady on your feet.
Spaces are available from October so get in touch to arrange an assessment.
We are also taking bookings for assessments for a new course which starts in January at The Bridge, Broadbridge Heath. Assessment days for this course will be held in November and early December.
If you or someone you know would benefit from improving their strength, balance and confidence in a friendly and supportive environment then get in touch.
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Prediabetes Session
Our pre-diabetes programme aims to help prevent the onset of Type 2 diabetes by reducing the risks and allowing people to take more control. The session helps people set small, manageable goals to help avoid developing Type 2 diabetes. Diet, physical activity and other lifestyle factors are the main focus.
Our prevention programme could provide you with the advice you need to prevent Type 2 diabetes.
The group sessions will be held in our Wellbeing Centre in Horsham.
Monday 11 October 9.30 - 11.30am
Thursday 11 November 6.30 - 8.30pm
To find out more details and book a place, please contact us.
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New WOW courses
We are now taking bookings for our next Weight Off Workshops. These aims to help you create better eating habits and maintain a healthier lifestyle.
Starting off with two private one-on-one coaching sessions (taking place in October and December) which will cover introductions, expectations, barriers and triggers and then join the 10 weekly group workshops that cover topics such as healthy eating, emotional eating, exercise, stress and sleep.
Courses available in Horsham, Billingshurst, Thakeham & Henfield
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What's going on at our Wellbeing Centre?
Neighbourhood Wardens
Based within the community, our neighbourhood wardens work alongside partner agencies to improve the quality of life for everyone and promote community cohesion and resilience. The wardens undertake a number of activities, including enforcement to community development
Every Tuesday in October from 10-11.30am
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Conversation Starter Project
Find out more about the Walk and Talk weekly meet ups in Horsham Park. They encourage and welcome anyone wanting to connect and enhance their emotional and physical wellbeing.
Thursday 7 October 1-2pm
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Community Link Team
Helping residents feel safe and independent in the Horsham District. They provide technology-enabled care (often known as telecare or telehealth) devices and a Checking on You telephone service
Thursday 14 October 10am-1pm
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Horsham Matters
Horsham Matters is a charity that aims to relieve hardship through the provision of essential services (food, fuel and shelter) in order to make a positive, long-lasting impact on people's lives.
Their new mobile hub will also be supporting isolated communities across Horsham District with Foodbank sessions and a range of services providing clients with the tools they need to progress towards financial stability.
Thursday 7 October-10am-1pm
Thursday 28 October-10am-1pm
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Community Fridge
The Horsham Community Fridge offer excess food from local businesses, supermarkets and allotments, that would otherwise be wasted, and is available to everyone in the Community.
Tuesdays from 10-11am and Thursdays from 1 -2pm.
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Find out about all our events we have coming up throughout the month by visiting our 'What's on' page
Men in Sheds open day
Saturday 9th October 10am to 2pm at the Shed, Duke’s Square, Denne Road Horsham, RH12 1JF
Come and meet the 'Shedders' and have a look around the Shed. Find out what they do and how you can support the charity. There will also be refreshments.
Men in Sheds is about groups of men working on projects of their own choosing at their own pace, in a safe, friendly and inclusive venue.
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Go Sober for October Campaign
'Sober October' encourages you to go booze-free in October to raise awareness of the vital work of Macmillan Cancer Support.
To give you a helping hand with your Sober month, our FREE confidential, non-judgmental alcohol service can help you stay on track. If you feel drink is sneaking up on you and want to find out more, refer yourself below.
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