Help raise the profile of mental health, it's good to talk.
Most of us, at some time or another, face difficulties with work, money, health or housing. At such times, you can feel isolated, alone or helpless.
The Back on Track self help guide aims to show that help is available, and that the solutions are often surprisingly simple.
Older people are as susceptible to mental health problems as younger people, having to cope with ongoing illness, pain, and the death of a partner and friends.
Evidence suggests that there is a high level of depression and anxiety in older people who are socially isolated and that there is a connection between social isolation and poor physical health.
Older people often fail to recognise that they have a mental health problem dismissing low mood and loss of interest in their community and surroundings as an inevitable part of ageing. This is not always the case, so if you have been feeling low, it is important to contact your GP.
Further information is available on the council Mental Health and Wellbeing page and the Mental Health and Older People's webpage.
Useful websites:
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If you’re worried that you, or someone close to you, may have dementia, it can be difficult to talk about. You may feel scared, confused or even ashamed. You may also be hoping that the problem will go away so you don’t have to deal with it.
We all bury our heads in the sand from time to time. But if you’re seriously concerned, and the problem continues, it’s important to talk to someone about it. The sooner you know what you’re dealing with, the sooner you can get on with your life and feel in control again.
That’s why this Dementia Awareness Week (14 to 20 May 2017) is all about opening up. We want anyone who is concerned about dementia to talk to the Alzheimer’s Society.
Visit the Alzheimer's Society website for lots of useful information.
The National Dementia helpline number is 0300 222 11 22
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Come along and find out about:
- your local Dementia Action Alliance
- attending a Dementia Friends group
- activities for people living with dementia and their carers.
Don't forget to bring along a picnic.
Further information about dementia can be found on the council's 'Information About Dementia' webpage.
North Lincolnshire libraries have a 'Read Well on Prescription' scheme for Dementia.This includes a booklist which supports people diagnosed with dementia, their families, friends and carers, and people concerned about symptoms and wanting to find out more about the condition. Visit the Library webpage for more details.
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Walking Netball sessions are taking place in the main sports hall at The Pods, 10am to 11am every Friday. The cost is £3.50 per session. There is no need to book, but participants are asked to arrive 15 minutes early for registration.
Walking Netball has evolved from a growing demand for walking sports. One of netball’s strengths is that people never forget playing the sport, and the memories – and the love for the game never leaves. Walking Netball has all the excitement and action of the normal game, but at a pace that everyone can enjoy, no matter their age or fitness level.
Taking part in team sports can give those who feel isolated an outlet, provide an activity for those who don’t deem themselves fit enough to run anymore, and offer a stepping stone for those looking for a pathway back into netball.
For
more information please contact Sport, Play and Community Development Team on
01724 297255. Visit the Leisure webpage for information about other activities and facilities available.
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Sunday 14 May - 11am start
Central Park, Scunthorpe, DN16 1AB
Enter now to join stroke survivors and their friends and families.
Every step makes a difference. Sign up at stroke.org.uk/stepout
Visit the Stroke Association website for information on strokes, who is at risk, how to avoid them and much more.
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Would you like to improve your skills or learn something new?
Adult Community Learning could have just the course for you. Why not enrol on a course today?
There are great offers on some of the courses that you won’t want to miss out on. Go along to Ashby Link or Providence House, Barton to find out more details on the courses available and to enrol. You can download the flyers below:
You can contact the Adult Community Learning Team on nlacl.enquiries@northlincs.gov.uk or by calling 01724 862217 for further details.
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Collective switching enables households to sign up to a scheme that allows an intermediary to enter an auction with energy companies on their behalf, to secure a discounted energy price.
Working with iChoosr, the UK’s leading provider of collective switching, residents have until 22 May 2017 to register for the latest round online.
The timetable for registering your interest is:
- Spring Auction 2017
- Launch from: 4 April 2017
- Auction: 23 May 2017
- Offers out from: 5 June 2017
- Closure: 4 July 2017 (last date to accept offer)
For further information and to register on line please visit the Big Community Switch website.
To request a paper form to be sent out to you or for more information about the scheme, please contact North Lincolnshire Council on 01724 297000. The deadline for returning paper forms is Friday 19 May 2017.
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North Lincolnshire Community Wellbeing Hubs provide advice and support for vulnerable adults in North Lincolnshire.
Activities in the hubs and local community will vary and may include:
- Support to access employment and meaningful activity
- Activities and support for carers
- Over 75 wellbeing check
- Activities such as craft, reminiscence, healthy eating, chair based exercise, tabletop games, kurling, archery and discussion of current affairs
- Workshops on issues such as dementia, nutrition, home and personal safety
- Access to services including bathing, podiatry and other health topics
- Volunteering opportunities
- Information and signposting to other services.
If you are feeling lonely or isolated then please feel free to contact your local Community Wellbeing Hub, you will always be given a warm welcome. Hub contact numbers.
Do you, or someone you know, need support or help in accessing activities?
The Community Wellbeing Hubs have staff who can work with you to access community activities, whether this is training for using a bus, confidence building, or socialising within an activity.
For more information contact your local Community Wellbeing Hub or
email: prevention.adults@northlincs.gov.uk
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The Local Offer website provides support for children and young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) in North Lincolnshire.
The Local Offer is a way to make it
easier for families to find out about services available to children and young
people from birth to 25 with special educational needs and disabilities.
We have been working with families to
better understand what information you need and how to give it to you as easily
as possible. Our Local Offer aims to provide you with all the information
you need about education, health and care services for children and young
people with special educational needs and/or disabilities. It also includes
information on support groups, activities, events, consultations, training and
development, housing, leisure, sport, staying safe and lots more.
For more information please read
our Local
Offer leaflet and visit our Local
Offer website.
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Men in Sheds is a place where men can feel at home, be involved in making, mending or repairing, or just have a chat. Only £2.50 per half-day session (either 9am to 12noon or 12noon to 3pm) on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Cost includes tea, coffee and biscuits.
Ring 01724 849819 for more details or visit the website.
Age UK North Lincolnshire
34a Crosby Road
Scunthorpe
DN15 6SF
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Carers' Walking Group
Enjoy the fresh air and the company of other Carers whilst you walk.
Various easy two to three mile walks around North Lincolnshire with fully trained walk leaders.
If you would like to join in one afternoon, please ring Lee at the Carers’ Support Centre on 01652 650585. He will be pleased to send you a programme and more information.
Transport and alternative care may be available, please ask.
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Free computer tuition for carers
Would you like to learn more about computers:
- using the internet
- online banking
- emails and attachments
- PayPal
- online shopping?
Whether you are a complete beginner or you need some extra advice the Carers’ Support Centre have volunteer tutors that are able to help you.
Sessions are fun and informal. You learn at your own pace and focus on what you want to achieve.
For more information call Jayne on 01652 650585
Visit the Carers' Support Centre website for more details.
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Do you want to get out and meet people, join a group to improve your fitness or maybe there's an activity you've always wanted to try but never got round to it? Below are some ideas to get you started.
If you prefer to speak to someone, call the Adult Information Service (AIS), who can provide you with a list of activities in your area. Call 01724 296607. Friendly, helpful staff are waiting for your call.
- Community Wellbeing Hubs are a great place to meet people and socialise. Wellbeing Hub contact numbers.
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Foresight Limited operates throughout North and North East Lincolnshire to meet the needs and requirements of disabled people, their families and carers. For further information, contact them directly via their website or call 01724 271381.
- Check out the Carers’ Support Centre there is always lots of groups and activities for Carers in North Lincolnshire.
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North Lincolnshire Council – What’s On pages on the council website. Lots of information about upcoming events, exhibitions and places to visit.
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Professional orchestra, Sinfonia Viva, is set to bring their giant inflatable venue to Scunthorpe’s Church Square on 19 and 20 June as part of their ‘Cabinet of Curiosities’ tour.
The unique 195m2 venue will be spending two days in the town centre for a series of educational and community creative projects and performances to celebrate the orchestra’s 35th anniversary year.
Further information is available on the council website.
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North Lincolnshire will host an entire stage of the OVO Energy Tour of Britain for the first time ever this September, as Britain’s premier road cycling event heads to the area on Tuesday 5 September 2017.
120 of the world’s top cyclists will take on a 172-kilometre stage, starting from the beautiful 300-acre estate of Normanby Hall Country Park and finishing in the heart of Scunthorpe near Central Park.
To keep up-to-date with what is happening in North Lincolnshire in the run up to the Tour of Britain and for details on the event, go to the North Lincs Tour website
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