Today is International Day of Happiness! It is a day which aims to promote happiness and compassion in our world. To celebrate the power of happiness, to transform lives and make the world a better place for all. Here are four things you can do to help build a happier community where you are! 1. Give positive comments to as many people as you ...

Beat It Sandwell are offering Sound Relaxation sessions at a number of locations throughout March.  These sessions are free for adults living in Sandwell who have a disability or long-term condition. These are Drop in sessions, all are welcome.  If you have any questions get in touch: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call...

If you are looking for a way to connect with your community that's enjoyable, impactful and sustainable then 'Places of Welcome' is for you! On 12th April there is a FREE informal one hour workshop where they will cover these topics:  What is a Place of Welcome?How do I join the Places of Welcome network?What things do I need to cons...

If you are a resident in the Sandwell area you may be eligible for a free health check at one of their drop-in centres.  To book in - Call 0800 2545 163 or visit nhshealthcheck.randox.com Dates, Locations and Timings are listed here and in image below: 19th March - Wednesbury Leisure Centre 10:15am -15:30pm 20th March - Haden Hi...

Throughout the Easter Holidays there are a variety of sports activities taking place in Oldbury!  Between 25th-28th March and 2nd-5th April you can join in games such as Football, Cricket, Rounders, Tennis, Dodgeball and more! These activites are open to all aged 6+.  For more information contact 07932400946 or scan the QR Code ...

 A few weeks ago we had the privilege of chatting to Tracey, a former Recovery College student. Tracey sat down with Zak to talk about her time at the Recovery College, what courses she enjoyed and what she is doing now! This video has now gone LIVE on our YouTube channel.  You can watch the video by following this link!&nb...

15th March is recognised as World Sleep Day. It is an annual event focusing on the importance of sleep. Sleep improves cognition, concentration, productivity, and overall mental health. (World Sleep Day 2024 - Awareness Days Events Calendar 2024) Did you know that we spend approximately a third of our lives asleep? Sleep is an essent...

This All Age Directory has been produced by Sandwell Council for anyone living in Sandwell. The services included cover a range of needs from information to crisis support. Each resource has been placed into categories for you to access what you need.  C = (Child) Service up to the age of 18 A = (Adult) Service from the age of 18T = ...

Ramadan Mubarak to all who celebrate from The Recovery College! We wish you a happy and peaceful month. Ramadan begins on the 11th March and ends on the 9th April. The month of Ramadan will see Muslims all over the world fasting and praying, breaking their fast at sundown alongside family and friends. Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic ...

This week it is Nutrition and Hydration Week!  The purpose of this week is to bring people together to create energy, focus and fun in order to highlight and educate people on the value of food and drink in maintaining health and well being in health and social care!  One of the aim's is to Reinforce, Focus and Energis...

It's the 8th March which means it is International Women's Day! International Women's day gives us the opportunity to celebrate all the women in our lives - your mum, sister, daughter, friend, colleague - the list goes on! It is a day to celebrate the achievements of women throughout history and inspire future generations.  At T...

During half term, Walsall College will be holding two *free Easter events for all the family to get involved in!  Hop down to the Pleck Library Campus on Monday 25th March or the Hawbush Campus on Tuesday 26th March with both events taking place from 10am – 2pm! On the day there will be a number of fun family activities to get y...

Over the month of February, The team at The Recovery College have been celebrating LGBTQ+ History month, Let's look back at some of the moments from the past month! The theme this year is #Underthescope. The 2024 theme celebrates LGBT+ peoples' contribution to the field of Medicine and Healthcare both historically and today. At ...

As you have come across this blog post you might be wondering What is Laughter Yoga? Laughter Yoga is a modern exercise involving prolonged voluntary laughter.  What are the benefits? This type of yoga is based on the belief that voluntary laughter provides similar physiological and psychological benefits as spontaneous laughter.  Do...

As we continue our celebration of LGBTQ+ History month and the 2024 theme of Medicine, We have compiled a list of compelling TV shows/ Films and books for you. 1 - THIS IS GOING TO HURT - Based on the gay British comedy writer Adam Kay's diaries as a Junior Doctor, this medical comedy-drama focuses on Kay's experience worki...

Do you want to learn new self-care treatments? or Do you have a beauty or skincare question you would like answered?  Walsall College is holding a *free beauty and skin care course starting on 8th April! The weekly course will be held at Pleck Library Campus with sessions taking place on Mondays at either 9.30am - 11.30am or 12pm - 2pm!&n...

Starting from 4th March, every Monday for six weeks, Walsall College will be hosting a *free 6-week course to help people improve their maths, English and ICT/digital skills! This course will be held at the Lichfield Street Hub in Walsall Central Library and will be tailored to the needs of the individual to ensure you improve in the area...

Proud to Care are hosting 2 events, 1 in Dudley and 1 in Wolverhampton!  Proud to Care want to give candidates the opportunity to learn more about a career in Adult Social Care from experts and employers in your local area! These roadshows are a great opportunity to meet a variety of employers.  The Dudley Roadshow will be on We...

Monarch Care Services provide domiciliary care and supported living services in Dudley, Birmingham, Sandwell, Wolverhampton and wider West Midlands area. They operate 24x7 care service to adults and elderly members of the community who require extra assistance. They have availability at two of their supported living complexes.  Livingston...

Walsall College are offering a number of courses that you can study at home, around your own schedule with many of the courses having no cost attached!  The distance learning courses are available to study all year round, even during the summer, and you can apply for as many as you like (although you can only do one at a time). The c...