On Wednesday 19th February between 9am - 1pm you can catch the Recovery College team at the Bloxwich Launchpad Business and Skills Expo Event. Our team will be discussing our Digital Inclusion Project and the Black Country Connected scheme.  Both of these projects are a great way to reach those who are digitally exclud...

Walsall College has a short course available in February that has a guaranteed job interview with Babcock International Group, preparing people for an exciting role in automotive manufacturing within the defence industry.  This short course takes place at the Wisemore Campus in the centre of Walsall and will take place Monday to Friday fo...

Come and join these fun, free workshops and learn new arts and crafts skills.  These workshops are currently taking place in a host of libraries throughout Sandwell, they are arts in health workshops which aim to support your mental health and wellbeing.  STEP ON is for adults 18+, free of charge and is a weekly provision t...

Cost of Living event to offer you support and advice during this time  The event is taking place at South Staffs Community Hub, Wednesbury on Tuesday 14th January, 10am-12pm  They have lots of support and advice from different organisations attending for support during the winter months, please see the poster below.  T...

For Youth aged 13 to 21 - Are you interested in Healthcare? Do you want to know more about hospitals and community services? The purpose of this Youth Space is to give young people a voice, an opportunity to help shape future services and a way to meet other young people with similar interests Opportunity to volunteer and gain work experience ...

Sandwell Talking Therapies Plus is a free and confidential service for individuals 18 and older who live in Sandwell. We provide support for mental health challenges, like anxiety, stress, depression and bereavement.  The therapists are kind and understanding and will never judge you. They are prepared to help in a way that works best for you,...

Holiday Activities are a brilliant way to try new things, make new friends and learn new skills. There is plenty of choice including sports, music, dance, art, drama, cooking, days out and much more. Check out the Go Play Sandwell website to see what activities are in your area!  . The Go Play activities are running throughout the year ac...

Do you or someone you know experience mental health challenges? Come and Join us at one of our Open Days. Learn what The Recovery College is and how we can support you on your recovery journey, meet the team, take part in a taster session from one of our most popular courses, understand the student journey and ask any questions you may ha...

Over the Winter Months, there are many community events that take place. Over on the RC Hub we have created a page filled with events that will be taking place over the month of December such as Craft Fairs, Christmas Afternoon Teas, Santa's Grotto events and many more. What is the RC Hub? The RC Hub is a mental health, recovery, health and wellbei...

The Live for Less course offers tips, techniques and practical advice about how to manage your money including making budget savingsreducing utility costshow to eat healthily on a budget Live for Less sessions are held monthly in local venues across Dudley The course will be held on the following dates in January: Castle & Priory Neighbour...

Walsall College's last Open Day of 2024 takes place on Tuesday 26th November from 4pm – 8pm! Where will it take place? The Open Day will take place at our Wisemore Campus and our Green Lane Campus. These campuses are located at: Wisemore Campus: Littleton Street West, Walsall, WS2 8ES Green Lane Campus: Long Acre Street, Walsall, WS2 8HX The Open D...

Every Tuesday at Langley Lodge, Join this Friendship Group. It is a safe space for people who suffer with isolation and Mental Health, have a place where you can come and speak to like-minded people. There is always free refreshments such as Tea, Coffee and Biscuits.  Address: Langley Park Lodge 34 Langley High Street Oldbury, B69 4SL For...

Through November and December there will be a series of Workshops tailored for females, particularly focusing on those who may be experiencing loneliness or are at a higher risk of isolation   At this session you will be able to meet others, learn new skills, Learn about Creative Journaling and Relax! Sessions will take place: Monday 11th Nove...

Get your Bicycle repaired in Sandwell for free!  Bring your bike to be repaired or for a mini service by an experienced mechanic on these dates at Lewisham Park, Smethwick. Between 10am-1pm 29th October30th October31st October Meet at Lewisham Park, Smethwick,  B66 1DL, outside the play area. Contact Qasim on 07707 212 321 for any enquire...

FREE play sessions taking place across Tipton in October Half Term! Sessions are aimed at children aged between 6-12 years and up to 19 with additional needs.  No booking is required, so just turn up and have fun!  Half-term Halloween activities:  Monday 28th October 11am – 4pm at Tipton Library, Mayfair Gardens, Tipton, DY4 8SR Thur...

This event will mark the end of a powerful month of awareness, reflection, and commitment to tackling knife crime in Sandwell. Tuesday 29th October 2024 Time: 4pm - 6pm  Location: Oldbury Civic Square, Sandwell The ceremony will include special speeches, presentations of the Safer Sandwell Partnership Impact Through Imagery Award, T-shirt desi...

In this blog post our RC Hub Highlights series continues. Across the Black Country there are many community groups and activities that anyone can access.. if they know about them. On our RC Hub we have a section highlighting these groups and we are going to dive into them today. Let's look at the 'Accessing Social Activities in My Community' T...

 World Menopause Day is held every year on 18th October. The purpose of the day is to raise awareness of the menopause and the support options available for improving health and well being. I have provided some resources below that may help you, or someone you know, as they navigate this time.  Across the Black Country there are many Meno...

 World Mental Health Day is a time to reflect on our mental health. It takes place on 10th October every year. This year's theme is Workplace Mental Health. The theme highlights the importance of addressing mental health and wellbeing in the workplace, for the benefit of people, organisations and communities. World Mental Health Day is a remin...

Feeling lonely, overwhelmed or that things are too much for right now? The Sanctuary Hubs are here for you. The Hubs are open for you to drop in  Every Monday - Friday 6pm -11pm Saturday - Sunday 12pm - 11pm  There are Sanctuary Hubs in all 4 areas of the Black Country Dudley - DY1 Community Centre, Stafford Street, Dudley, DY1 1SA Sandwe...