Connection and community for all ages at Stouport Civic Centre Stourport Civic Centre has long been a place where people come together to feel part of something bigger. It’s a space rooted in community spirit where creativity, friendship and support are always within reach. Volunteers are at the heart of this. They greet visitors, offer … Continue reading “Connection and community at Stourport Civic”
A haven for reading at Hanbury First School Hanbury CofE First School in Bromsgrove, used its Public Health community grant to turn an overlooked part of the playground into a dedicated quiet reading area and nurture space. The school wanted a place where children could step away from the noise of busy playtimes and enjoy … Continue reading “Hanbury’s haven for reading”
Sole mates – Walking group for men and dads Paul Hall from Redditch is bringing men together, one step at a time, through a new male walking group designed to bring connection, wellbeing and conversation. Paul is a foster carer with Worcestershire Fostering and has also launched Sole Mates, a monthly walking group for all … Continue reading “Walking group for men and dads”
A youth project in Dines Green has successfully helped calm anti social behaviour and encouraged young people to engage with local services. A youth project in Dines Green has successfully helped calm anti social behaviour and encouraged young people to engage with local services. Delivered by the UP Foundation, in association with … Continue reading “Successful youth project in Dines Green”
In an innovative and unusual approach to promoting health and wellbeing, St Joseph’s Primary School in Malvern has transformed its outdoor space with a brand-new all year sledging slope and picnic area. Thanks to a Public Health Community Grant this unique project is giving pupils a fresh way to stay active, build confidence, and enjoy … Continue reading “Pupils slide into wellbeing!”
Young people at Vale of Evesham School are experiencing new opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive thanks to a Worcestershire County Council Public Health Community Grant. The school, which supports children and young people aged 4–19 with a wide range of learning difficulties, used the grant to purchase adapted balance bikes and expand their sessions, … Continue reading “Balance bikes improve skills and safety”
An empty building in one of Kidderminster’s old carpet factories will soon become the new home of a much-loved local charity, Simply Limitless. A Worcestershire County Council Public Health grant is supporting Simply Limitless to refurbish the building and transform it into a community space offering vital health and wellbeing services for residents. Simply Limitless … Continue reading “New building opens up limitless opportunities for charity”
A new wellbeing enrichment project is now underway at Tudor Grange Academy in Redditch thanks to funding provided by a Public Health community wellbeing grant. Run every Thursday after school, the project offers pupils a choice of clubs designed to boost wellbeing, encourage positive behaviours, and help young people discover new passions. So far, 54 … Continue reading “After-school clubs inspire healthier futures”
In the heart of Droitwich Spa, a local mum named Sara is making a big difference to parents and the environment. With the help of a small public health grant for advertising and venue costs, Sara launched Mama’s Market, a monthly event where families can buy, sell, and repurpose children’s clothing and accessories. We all … Continue reading “Mama’s Market is building sustainable community”
Local Voices, Creative Choices, has launched with the Bridges of Light festival and Cygnet Swan, supported by Public Health, on Worcester Bridge. Cygnet Song, the breathtaking light installation that lit up Worcester’s main bridge across the River Severn as part of the Bridges of Light festival, has launched the new programme of art, creativity and … Continue reading “Bridges of Light festival sparks joy”
