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    Free Family Easter Activities in Sandwell

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    Looking for activities for you and your family during the school holidays?   Check out the posters below sharing Cycling activities for children and families in Tividale Park. To sign up scan the QR code or Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. www.theaws.co.uk To join activities such as cooking, climbing, nature walks, crafts and more! Sign up b...

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    Join Coffee Mates at Smethwick Library

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    Are you over 50 and looking for a friendly group to join for a drink and a chat? You are welcome at Coffee Mates! Join Age UK at Smethwick Library from the 4th March for a new friendly, welcoming space to chat, make new friends and grab a hot drink. Open from 11am-1pm.  For more information, please email wellbeing@ageuksandwell....

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    Free Bicycle Repair in Sandwell

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    Bring your bike to be repaired or for a mini service by an experienced mechanic on the following dates: Tuesday 18th February at Lewisham Park, Smethwick, B66 1DJ (meet outside the play area) 11am-1pm  Wednesday 19th February at Victoria Park, Smethwick, B66 3QB 11am-1pm Contact Qasim on 07707 212321 for any enquiries The RC Team -------------...

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    Strength & Balance Class New Venues

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    As part of the Sandwell Falls Prevention Service,  Assessments are taking place this week for sessions to begin next week: To book an assessment, please: Call us on 0121 437 0033 or email: sandwellfallsprevention @ageuksandwell.org.uk   Visit our website to find more information on our service: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/sandwell/our-servic...

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    Strength and Balance Classes in Sandwell by Age UK

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    Join Strength and Balance Exercise Classes across Sandwell. Here is a timetable, find a session that suits you.  Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you have any questions. Download PDF File Here The RC Team -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------...

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    Free Arts and Crafts Activity in Sandwell

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    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...

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    Youth Space at Sandwell Education Centre

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    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 ...

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    New Sandwell Talking Therapies Plus

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    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,...

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    Go Play Sandwell Winter Holiday Timetable

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    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...

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    Book your free NHS Health Check in Sandwell

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    Next week, you may be eligible to book a free NHS Health Checks across Sandwell between 25th - 29th November They are taking place at:  Wednesbury Library - 25th NovemberStone Cross Library - 26th NovemberSandwell Aquatics Centre - 27th NovemberOldbury Library - 28th NovemberSmethwick Library - 29th November You are eligible if - You are ...

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    Bicycle Repair in Sandwell

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    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...

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    Sandwell Health Check

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    Book your free NHS health check:  You are eligible if  - You are aged 40 -74 - You have a Sandwell Address and/or registered to a Sandwell GP - You do not have a pre-existing health condition.  For more information: www.nhs.uk/conditions/nhs-health-check/ Please look at the PDF below to see the times and locations across Sandwell. Do...

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    Closing Ceremony for Knife Angel in Sandwell

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    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...

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    Knife Angel comes to Sandwell

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    A symbol of hope, remembrance, and change, the Knife Angel stands as a national monument against violence and aggression. This is a 27-foot sculpture which represents the devastating effects of Knife Crime and the potential for transformation. The Knife Angel sculpture has been brought to the borough by Sandwell Council and the Safer Sandwell ...

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    Men's Mental Health Survey, Sandwell

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    Over the next 12 months as part of the programme of work for Better Mental Health, there will be a focus on Men's Mental Health in Sandwell. We want to encourage discussion, raise awareness, promote support available and get people talking about Men's Mental Health.   There are currently 2 surveys open to gather views and ideas about men's men...

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    Recovery & Wellbeing Sandwell Newsletter September 2024

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    The Recovery in Sandwell e-bulletin/ newsletter, aims to support people living or working in Sandwell to become'recovery informed', breaking down the stigma and prejudice towards people with drug or alcohol problems, and celebrating recovery. Everyone has a role to play in building recovery, helping people to believe in recovery and supporting them...

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    Places of Welcome in Tipton, Wednesbury and West Bromwich

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    A Place of Welcome offers your neighbourhood a place where everyone can go for a friendly conversation and free refreshments, if, and when they need it.   On these two posters below you can find dates, times and locations for Tipton, Wednesbury and West Bromwich

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    Beat it Percussion in Sandwell, September & October 2024

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    Beat It Percussion Community Events take place across Sandwell. Here is the schedule for September - October 2024 "Sound Relaxation works by using live sensory sounds to gently take people into a state of deep relaxation. It works even for those who find it near-impossible to relax in their daily lives. Sound relaxation benefits peop...

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    Come and Join us at our Open Afternoon in Sandwell

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    This Wednesday (4th September) come and join us at our Open Afternoon at our Sandwell Base.  This will take place between 2-4.30pm. There will be an Information Session with our marketing team, outlining what a Recovery College is, what we do, our philosophy and the student journey. You will be able to meet the team and join our Question and A...

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    Come and Join us for an Open Day at our Wolverhampton and Sandwell bases!

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    Curious about what a Recovery College is and how it can benefit you?  Come along to our Wolverhampton and Sandwell Bases next week for an informative and engaging Open Day! Wolverhampton Date Monday 2nd September Time 10am-12.30pm Address 63 Waterloo Road, Wolverhampton, WV1 4QU Sandwell - Quayside House Date Wednesday 4th ...

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