Caring Together appreciate how important it is that people looking after a family member or friend get the coronavirus vaccination. They also know it can be very difficult for carers and those they care for to be able to go to appointments, for a range of reasons. This could be due to transport, needing someone
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PECT’s Warmhomes
How to Keep Warm for Your Health As the days are getting colder, more and more of us will be switching our heating on and trying to stay warm in our homes. For many of us, we think about this just in terms of our personal comfort, however living in a cold home for whatever
PECT’s WarmhomesLEAP in Lockdown
It’s been another strange month for all of us but LEAP has continued to press ahead, delivering as many Home Energy Advice calls as we possibly can and carrying out visits where necessary. There is currently a very good take-up of the service with our telephone advice calls. We have, of course, seen quite a reduction in
LEAP in LockdownStronger for Longer
Why Strength and Balance ‘Stay Stronger for Longer’ highlights how strength and balance exercises help lots of people to keep doing the things they enjoy – for longer. There are several ways you can improve your strength and balance whilst staying at home: Join in a live daily strength and balance class online with ‘Keep
Stronger for LongerJohn got help from the Falls Prevention Team
I first heard about the Falls Prevention Service when I attended an appointment with my wife who was referred into the service. Following my wife’s initial assessment with Cameron, I was very impressed how comprehensive the assessment was. Cameron suggested I also join the service as he felt it would be beneficial for my physical
John got help from the Falls Prevention TeamOlivia got help to stop smoking
Since both of my parents sadly passed away from lung cancer, I have always been motivated to stop smoking. None of my friends smoke anymore so I know they will be really supportive, especially in social situations. I also hated the smell the smoke created in my house and it would feel much cleaner and
Olivia got help to stop smokingJames got help with his mental health
Before starting treatment, I was at a complete loss at what to do about the problems surrounding my issues with addiction, mental health and general wellbeing. My substance abuse had gotten completely out of control and was having such a negative and knock on effect to every aspect on my daily functioning. I had come
James got help with his mental healthHealth & Wellbeing
Your health and wellbeing is important, especially during difficult times with coronavirus. You may be self-isolating, working from home or socially distancing yourself from others, but that doesn’t mean you can’t be healthy, happy and in a good mental space. The best ways to keep our bodies healthy are to: Eat healthy foods Drink plenty
Health & WellbeingLose That Lockdown Weight
Many of us have over indulged during lockdown and may be carrying a few extra pounds, well never fear our nutritionists can help you with our FREE 12 week weight loss programme – and there is still time to join if you’re quick! Normally run in face to face groups for those with a BMI
Lose That Lockdown WeightSmoking In Pregnancy
Protecting your baby from tobacco smoke is one of the best things you can do to give your child a healthy start in life. It can be difficult to stop smoking, but it’s never too late to quit. Every cigarette you smoke contains over 4,000 chemicals, so smoking when you are pregnant harms your unborn
Smoking In Pregnancy