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Losing a loved one can be overwhelming and you may experience strong & painful emotions as you go through bereavement and grief. There is support available to help you manage your grief at this difficult time. Look inside this leaflet to find further information on services that can support you, and please don't hesitate to reach out.  If ...

Join Walsall Family Hub and Mettaminds for an open wellbeing workshop. An opportunity to share tools and resources to help manage emotions.  To book your interest in this workshop email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. On Tuesday 30th January 2024 from 9.30am till 10.30am at Fullbrook Nursery School WS5 4NX

Join Mettaminds for their free 6 week program with the chance to explore Self Care. This 6 week program will include exploring different movement, Somatic techniques, Acupressure, Nutrition from a Tai chi perspective (seasonal eating & eating for health) as well as Mental self care. The programme is free and Mettaminds&...

Led by Dudley Voices for Choice and in partnership with Just Straight Talk as they begin their Sandwell Autism Café in West Bromwich at Coffee at the Clock. These cafes provide a warm and welcoming atmosphere for people with Autism and their loved ones. Join them for soft drinks, games or just a chat!  Dates for the Adult Autism Café...

Are you looking to start crocheting or want to pick up again? If so then take part in *free sessions with Walsall College at our Pleck Library Campus! If you've always had an interest in crocheting and never started, or  are looking to get going again, their sessions will get you hooked! Pleck Library Campus is located at: Darlaston ...

If you are feeling the cold this winter, there are warm hubs across Walsall where you can pop inside, get warmed up and receive additional support.  To find out where your nearest Warm Hub is and for more information visit: Warm Walsall | Walsall Community Network Tel: 01543 452119

Starfish Social Hub have released their February 2024 calendar full of different activities for the week. Throughout both weeks all courses will be hosted virtually on Zoom. Set up and run by the charity: Starfish Services Limited, part of the Starfish Partnership. This is a project with a difference, addressing mental health by focusing on so...

Are you looking to begin a new career, try something new or maybe your leaving school/college this summer? This event is a great way to help you discover the right path for you and find what options are available. With T-Level and Apprenticeship Courses in a range of areas and open for school leavers aged 14-18yr olds as well as adult lea...

Come along every Wednesday between 10.30am till 1.30pm at YMCA Small Street Centre. Where YMCA  will be offering free drop in sessions for local residents to support with: Form completion Employment Support Accessing Online Council Services General Information Advice & Guidance  For further information or to book 1...

Come along on Tuesday 27th February at 10am till 2pm to join the Bridge to health - Wellbeing & Information Event. The event will take place at Central Hall Methodist Church, Ablewell St, Walsall WS1 2EQ.  Giving you the opportunity too... Learn about groups and activities in Walsall.Explore training and course opportunities ...

Get the chance to win £40 Tesco Voucher! All you have to do is let Walsall College know your thoughts on access to adult and community education. Be quick though the survey closes on Wednesday 31st January 2024!  The survey only takes around 2 minutes to complete and can be found here: Feedback Surveys (hsforms.com)

Here are the latest supported living vacancies now available for adults with learning disabilities, mental health and complex needs. Leaflets are displayed below for more information. If you would like any further details or make a referral contact details are below. Tel: 07861 908581 or 01384 410829 Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it....

Do you want to improve your skills this year? Walsall College have courses available at their Pleck Library Campus this year. For you to learn something new and improve your skills. Classes include the Beauty and Skin Care, Employment Support, Maths and Digital Skills. To register your details or to find further information, contact ...

Pop along to Healthier Futures local community sessions for information on: National screening programsCancer signs and symptoms Cancer Awareness Healthy lifestyle choices around cancer prevention Light Refreshments will be available. Working in collaboration with Local Hospital Trusts, Primary Care, Public Health, Prostrate UK, Macmillan...

Free health checks will be taking place for individuals aged 40-74, this January across Sandwell.  To check your eligibility visit: NHS health check-up eligibility (randox.com)  To book and register your place visit: NHS health Checks (randox.com) Details for locations, dates and times are listed below. For more information cont...

By attending this half day course, it will equip you to feel more confident around the topic of Suicide. They will look at the up to date statistics and the impact it has on people's lives. We identify myths and facts around suicide with our aim being to reduce stigma. Recognising the warning signs and key indicators if someone is considering suici...

Hello all Active students Please see link for our Meet and Greet volunteering opportunity this will be for the Recovery College Walsall and Wolverhampton base. You will need to apply online via the link below for these roles, best of luck. Interviews will be face to face.  Job vacancy: Volunteer Meet and Greet, Black Country Healthcare NHS Fou...

Places of Welcome offers your local community a safe welcoming place, where everyone is welcome to come along. Places of welcome are taking place all across the UK in local communities, to provide individuals with support through the connection of meeting others. All sessions are open to everyone and staffed by volunteers. Helping to prevent loneli...

Are you passionate about mental health recovery through learning? If your answer is yes - we have 2 exciting positions available at the Recovery College!3 x Facilitator Role2 x Learning Support Assistant RoleFor more information please see the images attached.Alternatively head here for the Facilitator Role: View current vacancies :: Black Cou...

Do you enjoy improving and developing new services and projects? Do new ideas and solutions to problems come easily to you? If it is a yes… we would be delighted if you would consider joining the Development Group and help to ensure that the Recovery College fully meets the recovery and learning needs of its students and the communities of the Blac...