Did you know? 8 out of 10 British men would find it helpful if someone asked if they were having a difficult time. But less than half of that say they've actually ever been asked. Follow Sir Mo's advice and change men's health for the better. In this YouTube link get inside the mind of Sir Mo Farah and see how he'd tackle the Movember Move&nbs...
To celebrate 10 Years of The Recovery College for the Black Country we sat down with past and present members of our team along with Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust executives to reflect on their experiences and the impact of The Recovery College over the last decade. In our latest video release meet Kuli Kaur-Wilson, Chie...
Come and Join us for our final Information Session in November. These will take place at Quayside House, Rounds Green Road, Oldbury, B69 2DG every other Friday 12:30pm – 1:30pm on the 14th November. You can also join us via Zoom. Everyone is welcome: this applies to potential future students and NHS staff who may want to know a bit more about the s...
In case you didn't know The Recovery College is 10 years old! Last week we kicked off our celebration with a video featuring past and present members of our team along with Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust executives. This week the videos continue as we sit down with Recovery College Principal Kerry. Happy Watching! A...
The Recovery College for the Black Country is 10! To celebrate 10 Years of The Recovery College for the Black Country we sat down with past and present members of our team along with Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust executives to reflect on their experiences and the impact of The Recovery College over the last decade. Over t...
We are pleased to inform you that a new Black Country Foodbank has opened to support people in need within the local community. Location: New Testament Church of God, Life Centre, Horseley Heath, Tipton, DY4 7QTOpening Date: Thursday 9th October 2025Opening Times: Every Thursday, 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm This new centre will operate weekly and will ...
Black History is all our history, it is an integral part of the UK's history and culture and it feeds into the present day. October acts as a dedicated month for us to reflect, celebrate the experiences of Black African and Caribbean communities but we must continue to lift the voices and experiences of Black communities all year rou...
This month there are many events to celebrate and reflect on Black History Month. "The Black History Month Conference 2025 will be one of the major highlights of this year's programme in the North West. Taking place on Tuesday 21 October at the historic Martin Luther King House in Manchester, this one-day gathering invites communities, p...
Do you or someone you know experience mental health challenges? Come and Join us at one of our Open Days. You will 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 hav...
Are you an Armed Forces Forces Veteran, Veteran family member or do you care for a veteran living in the Black Country? Tough Enough To Care are offering free mental health and emotional wellbeing training for you. Funded by Thrive Together, this project offers: Mental Health awareness training sessions 12 week programme to develop pers...
Would you like to start volunteering but not sure where to start? Across the Black Country there are many organisations that support you on your journey to volunteering. They can help you decide what area you would like to volunteer, whether it is in retail, charity, outdoors. One of the most well-known benefits of volunteering is the impact i...
A community can take many forms. It may involve: people who live in the same location as youa network of supportive peoplegroups formed around shared interests, values, beliefs or cultural identities. By making the most of the communities around us, we can strengthen our connections, find new opportunities, and even make new friends along the way.h...
As The Recovery College Spring Term comes to an end Join Beat It Percussion at another venue for their Sound Relaxation courses. In Wednesbury at Friar Park Millenium Centre First Wednesday of Every Month 5pm-6pm or Smethwick at Thimblemill Library First Friday of Every Month 1-2pm Contact Beat It Percussion via email beatitpercussi...
On the 8th March, we remember and honour the many movements which fought for women's rights and liberation – and those who continue that struggle to this day. But what is less talked about is how intertwined Women's Movements were with working class organisation. Typically we're presented with a story of middle and upper-class women, such as the Su...
February is LGBT+ History Month. The theme for 2025 is Activism and Social Change, one approach to Activism is attending events in support of LGBT+ communities. There are many events going on across the Black Country and Birmingham to raise awareness and provide support this month. Keep reading to learn more! https://blgbt.org/whats-on/...
At The Recovery College it is important to celebrate our successes, big or small. The month of January is often used as a time to reflect on the year that has passed whilst looking to the future and creating new goals to help us move forwards. As we move into a New Year and New Term at The Recovery College, we reflect on our successes fro...
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...
On this day in the United Kingdom, We mark Armistice Day with a Two Minute Silence at 11am on the 11th day of the 11th month. Many people across the UK wear Poppies. The red poppy is a symbol of both Remembrance and hope for a peaceful future. People take part whatever their political or religious beliefs and the poppy remains a humble, poignant sy...
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...
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