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Did you know Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy has been found to help people who have been depressed more than twice, reducing the risk of relapsing again by 50%? Walsall Talking Therapies, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy Group is available to adult 17+ who: Are registered with a GP in WalsallHave experienced depressionCan commit to prac...

An opportunity to meet other autistic adults, talk to staff from Autism West Midlands and enjoy nature in a calm outdoor setting this autumn. Meeting point will be at outside the Wyre Forest Visitor Centre by the café entrance. Car parking is available and there is also a bus stop at the visitor centre.   On Wednesday 13th Septe...

Can you make the change in your community today? West Midlands Adult Eating Disorder Provider Collaborative brings together NHS and private healthcare organisation to support people with eating disorders. The provider collaborative has a shared purpose and effective decision-making arrangements in place to understand the needs of the local pop...

Come along on Tuesday 19th September from 9.30am till 3pm, to the Roots of Recovery event at Sandwell Council House Chambers Freeth Street, Oldbury B69 3DE. This event will include guest speakers who have lived experience of recovery and workshops. The opportunity to talk to any of the recovery based organisations available in t...

Do you want to improve your wellbeing and social connectedness? Come along and join STEPWAY for their Free Weekly Wellbeing Walks taking place every Wednesday from 9.30am till 10.30am in Oldbury. Research shows that the benefits of walking in nature is not only great for your physical health, but your mental wellbeing ...

Join the Birmingham Settlement for their free Wellbeing workshops at The Red Shed. Discover information, techniques and strategies for improving your physical and mental wellbeing. Encouraging you to take some time to practice mindfulness in this beautiful greenspace. Everyone is welcome, sessions are warm and friendly. Mondays ...

Black Country Support After Suicide Service are here to provide you with support for next of kin and close family members who are bereaved by suicide in the Black Country. Providing 1:1 emotional and practical support, 1:1 bereavement counselling as well as peer support groups. If you would like to make a referral or would like more infor...

Come along to Sandwell Jobs Fair at West Bromwich Library on the 12th September 2023 at 10am till 2pm. Find your next opportunity by meeting local employers with vacancies across the Black Country. Interested but would like more information on this event contact Sandwell Employment Support. Phone: 07557 178671 Email: bchft.sandwellemploymentsupport...

Join The Kaleidoscope Plus Group from between 10am till 12pm every month at Hope Place 321 High Street, West Bromwich B70 8LU These sessions provide a safe space for individuals with hoarding behaviour to meet with others and share their experiences. Hoarding is the storing of large quantities of items that you believe hold value. Refreshments...

Join Sandwell this August & September for their cycling events in Victoria Park, Smethwick. A great opportunity to enjoy the physical and mental benefits of being outdoors in nature, whilst meeting others along the way.  There next upcoming dates are below:  31st August from 2pm till 3pm - LED Ride 1st September from 2p...

Lets Talk have a bunch of different sessions across all four areas of the Black Country. From testing your knowledge in there virtual quiz, embracing the nature with there weekly walks to there coffee and chat groups. As well as there new Men's Group beginning Tuesday 6th June a chance to talk, share, learn and find out what local support is availa...

By creating hope through action, Black Country Healthcare aim to bring people together across the Black Country to raise awareness of suicide and suicide prevention along with the impacts suicide can have on those left behind. Providing professional advice on suicide prevention from Black Country Healthcare clinicians and h...

Join the Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust on the 25th September from 11am till 4pm for their Community Health & Wellbeing Fair. At Dudley Town Hall, St. James's Road, Dudley, West Midlands DY1 1HP.  Their will be various activities to enjoy on the day including:  Local Health, wellbeing and community services.The opp...

Come along and join the Canal & River Trust with Active Black Country for a walk with a local medical professional whilst exploring the local area of Brierley Hill and Amblecote. Meet new people and enjoy the benefits to being active outdoors.  The next upcoming dates are: Thursday 31st August from 11.30am at The Delph Lock, Brie...

Come along to Safer 6 event to get advice and support from the following council services and partnering organisations. On Thursday 5th October from 1pm till 3pm, at Brandhall Library. Providing a wide range of safety, crime prevention and healthy living advice.  This event will include advice and support from the following: Citizens Advi...

Join Sandwell's new Monthly Art Walks, starting next week on Thursday 31st  August. Each session will be on the last Thursday of each month from 10am till 11.30am at The Corngreaves Nature Reserve and Haden Hill Car Park.  For further information about equipment and walk starting point, contact The Art Yard on 01384 910 968 or for ge...

Are you a community organisation looking to increase or improve your digital offer to your community? Can your organisation become a digital hub, providing local communities with greater access to the essential digital services they need?  With the Digital Dynasty project they will discuss training needs with you, design a bespoke package...

The Let's Chat Bus have released more dates for the end of August. A great way to meet new friends, getting advice or to finding more information about local services and support available to you. Find out where they are heading to next, here is their upcoming dates for the end of August.Everyone is welcome, so pop along for a cuppa & a chat! &...

Come along every Sunday of every month at 11am till 12pm for Sandwell's LGBTQ+ Walk. Enjoy the benefits of being out in nature and our green spaces whilst meeting others. Meeting point will be outside the Pavilion at West Smethwick Park B67 7JJ (Please consider your own needs before you take part and if necessary, seek medical advice before attendi...

Join Walsall College for their free self-esteem and self-confidence course. This session will include helpful techniques on building and focusing on your self-esteem and confidence. Whilst looking at supporting you with your employability prospects. On Thursday 21st September from 10am till 1pm, at One Walsall Volunteer Centre, 16A Bridge Street, W...