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December 2021
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Enjoy the festive season!
The Health and Wellbeing team are here to help you get on track with free courses, health talks and sessions to help you improve your health.
One to one support
 Our team of friendly advisors are still on hand to offer tailored one-to-one support to help you achieve your health and wellbeing goals. We can offer this support over the phone or in person at our Wellbeing Centre in Horsham, our Hub at Steyning Leisure Centre or we can come to a community venue near you.
WOW
We have spaces left on our next Weight off Workshops!
Begin the course with two private one-on-one coaching sessions (taking place in December and early January) 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.
Monday 1pm in Henfield
Tuesday 6pm in Billingshurst
Wednesday 6pm in Horsham
Friday 11:30am in Storrington
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Emotional Eating & Unhelpful Behaviours workshop
Brand new for 2022, our Emotional Eating and Unhealthy Behaviours workshop focusses on identifying the reasons for emotional eating, triggers and barriers, and what steps you can put in place to overcome these challenges. It can also be applied to any unhealthy behaviour patterns such as excessive drinking or smoking.
Monday 31 January 9:30 – 11:30am
If you're ready for change and want to learn simple steps and tools for managing emotional eating, this session could be for you.
Please note: This workshop is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice. If you suffer from an eating disorder or a mental health issue that affects your eating habits, this workshop may not be appropriate for you and you should contact your GP for advice.
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Pre-diabetes session
Places are available on our next pre-diabetes session. We will support you to set small, manageable goals to improve your health and wellbeing and help you take more control of reducing your risk of diabetes.
Friday 14 January, 9.30am at the Wellbeing Centre
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High Cholesterol Group Talk
Are you worried about your cholesterol?
Has your GP recently given you test results and said you have high or raised cholesterol levels?
Our friendly and informal group talk aims to give you the knowledge and guidance to show how a few small steps can improve your cholesterol levels and your overall general health.
Thursday 13 January, 5 - 6.30pm at the Wellbeing Centre
Please note: Our advisors can provide helpful tips and advice on lowering your cholesterol but they are not medically trained and can't answer questions on any medications you may be taking. If you have any medical questions you should seek advice from your GP.
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Get Moving!
If you're looking to get active we have new FREE courses in January for you to choose from!
From learning to run to dancing your way to fitness, we've got something for everyone to lead a healthier lifestyle in the New Year.
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 Learn To Run
If you want to do more than just walking, why not try our Learn To Run course next year? A 10-session beginner's course that aims to encourage and give participants the confidence to start to run.
The sessions are a mixture of walking/brisk walking and jogging.There are no expectations about where you should be at by the end of the course as everyone is different and progresses at different rates. Our aim is to create a friendly and supportive environment to get you moving at your own pace, whether that's walking, jogging or a mixture of the two, and more importantly we want you to enjoy yourself!
Next available course:
Monday 24 January 9.30am in Horsham Park.
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Legs Bums Tums
This is a ten session course for beginners aiming to support and guide individuals through their first steps to getting active or getting back into activity. Each session will involve an aerobic section (aimed at getting your heart rate up) as well as a strength and toning section.
Sessions will be led by a qualified instructor who can tailor all exercise to suit your needs. She will contact you before the course starts to find out more about you and let you know what to expect.
Next available courses:
Tuesday 11 January 6.30pm at St Andrew's, Roffey.
Thursday 13 January 9.30am at The Drill Hall, Horsham.
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65+ Back to Exercise Course
New for January 2022, a 10 week course for the over 65's.
A fun and friendly aerobic and strength class with the older body in mind. It’s a workout routine that has the power to help prevent injury and illness, keep you independent, alleviate stress and get you feeling strong and healthy.
Next available course:
Monday 17 January 12:30pm at Horsham Wellbeing Centre
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(All courses are subject to eligibility criteria and booking is essential)
Strong and Steady in Pulborough
You can still join our Strong & Steady course in Pulborough.
Over a series of sessions comprising low-impact exercises, this course aims to keep you feeling strong and steady on your feet with the added bonus of meeting like-minded people so you get to enjoy the social side of things too.
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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Dr Bike event update
Slots for the next Dr Bike clinic are now fully booked but we will still be on hand at the event to answer your questions about the Wellbeing Service.
Saturday 4 December from 11am until 4pm at The Forum, Horsham
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App of the month
The Drink Free Days app is aimed at people who like a drink but want some support in tracking and cutting down on the booze.
You can pledge and nominate a specific number of drink free days each week and get practical, daily support to help you stick to it and be more successful in reaching your goals.
With festivities fast approaching, why not download the app to stay on track!
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Become a Cancer Champion!
Are you a cancer patient or a carer for someone who had/has a cancer? Or are you a member of the public interested in improving cancer services in Surrey and Sussex?
The Public Engagement Team have various opportunities where you can get involved and join their Cancer Champions.
For more information, contact Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance and Public Engagement Team. Helping shape the future of cancer services in Surrey and Sussex.
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What's going on at our Wellbeing Centre?
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. Come along and choose five items to save it going to landfill!
Tuesdays 10 - 11am and Thursdays 1 - 2pm.
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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.
Thursday 2 December 12pm - 12.45pm
Thursday 30 December 12pm - 12.45pm
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Olive Tree Cancer Support
Providing a range of services to support people affected by cancer from the point of diagnosis, through treatment and beyond.
Friday 3 December 10am - 4pm
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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.
Tuesday 7 December 10am - 11.30am
Tuesday14 December 10am - 11.30am
Tuesday 21 December 10am - 11.30am
Tuesday 28 December 10am - 11.30am
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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 9 December 10am-1pm
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