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At the beginning of March 2019 Public Health England will launch a new national campaign to help increase participation in the National Cervical Screening Programme. Cervical screening is estimated to save 5,000 lives a year and yet coverage is at a 20 year low. The…Book up for New Year to become a Health Champion
New dates have been added for Health Champion training dates for 2019. If you would like to attend any of these, just let us know. These courses are free to anyone who lives, works or volunteers in Sunderland (including the Washington andCoalfields areas). Please forward this to anyone you think may be interested. Don’t forget you can book onto training directly online! For more information and to book your places, please visit:http://www.livelifewell.org.uk/live-life-well-training/ You can also book onto the courses via Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/pg/LiveLifeWellSunderland/events/The Holy Trinity Church in Southwick are offering free hot meals
The Holy Trinity Church in Southwick are doing free hot meals on a Tuesday 5pm-7pm for anyone in need. Go along and join them this winter for a warm welcome, hot food and new friends. Tuesday teatimes at Holy Trinity, Southwick until March 26th. No…Sunderland Mind Guided Meditation Course
Meditation is a focussed, mental activity designed to help us lead a more calm, relaxed and meaningful life. Guided meditation offers a range of external focal points designed to calm the minds 'chatter' and allow us to fully relax and enjoy the moment. There are…Free E-Magazines with Sunderland Libraries
Still need a bit more January inspiration? We also have e-magazines to read free with RBdigital. Whether it's new hobbies, better health or 2019 travel plans, there's something there for everyoneSunderland Information Point's Facebook Page
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If you aren't sure what the Sunderland Information Point is and what it can do for you, then watch our video guide to find out how this website can help you to live your life, your way. Free winter guides from older people's charity Independent Age
Winter can be tough with colder weather making it harder to get out and about, gas and electricity bills rocketing and bugs and viruses spreading around.At Independent Age, they help older people get the best from winter with free information and advice about staying warm…Sunderland Libraries Literature Festival 2018
Sunderland Libraries Literature Festival is our annual celebration of the written word and there is something for everyone. The programme features many local artists, authors and local themes, with highlights including a Murder Mystery evening, Luke Wright's 'Frankie Vah', folk musician Jez Lowe and the…Worried about someone? Everyone has a responsibility to safeguard children, young people and adults who may be at risk of abuse
If you are worried about someone: In an emergency, please call: 999 If there is no immediate risk, call the police on: 101 If you have concerns about the safety or welfare of a child or young person contact Together for Children on 0191 561 7007 (available 8.30am…Do you have difficulties managing aspects of daily life?
If you have any difficulties managing aspects of daily life, then our Help to Live at Home category can help you. We have featured a range of traditional daily living aids and Assistive Technology products that can be used to help you retain independence and empower you…Digital Assisted & Supported Living Area - Assistive Technology that can help you retain independence
Digital Assisted and Supported Living demonstrates how assistive technology can be used to help you or the person you care for, take control and manage aspects of your care, health and wellbeing. Assistive technology is not a one size fits all solution and it won't replace all aspects of care,…Care Home Life - Healthwatch Sunderland
Care home life - what it's really like. Support for those looking for a care home in Sunderland. Are you looking for a care home in Sunderland? Healthwatch Sunderland have gathered feedback from Sunderland care home residents, their relatives, friends and staff who told us what…Falling on Your Feet 2 - The Cultural Spring
Falling On Your Feet 2 is an autonomously ran dance programme for people aged 65+ who are living independently. You’ll work with high-quality dance artists in regular workshops to develop strength and flexibility. Co-create and perform your own bespoke dance pieces whilst making friends along…Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP)
During extremely cold weather - specifically, when temperatures fall to zero degrees or lower for three days - special measures come into action with the Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP).When this comes into force, the local authority and other organisations in the area will work…Apple Smart Home Products
Find out how some of these Apple products could be used in order to improve your life in both simple and complex ways, as they have multiple uses from fall detection, heart rate monitoring to even a fall detector! To find out more information on…What's On?
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