Do you know what worries your young person/child? Do you know how you can help? Would you like to know what the signs and symptoms of mental health and emotional difficulties are? The Kaleidoscope Group are here to give you the tools to support a young person and their mental health or anxieties. This two day course is for parents and carers of you...

Are feeling anxious or isolated and need somebody to talk to? Maddison from Life Coach and Wellbeing Service can help. Book in with their listening and support service, based at Bearwood Community Hub in their co-working space at Abbey Yoga, 28a Abbey Road Smethwick B67 5RD. For further information or to book in with the listening and sup...

Join the LGBTQ+ Support Group every Wednesday from 6pm till 8pm at Oak Tree Centre, Tame Road, Oldbury B68 0JP. A welcoming, friendly and safe space for members of the LGBTQ+ community. Where you can meet others, make friends, access for information and mental health support. Interested but would like more information? Contact Crossr...

Protect yourself this winter, get your Covid-19 & Flu Vaccine this October. Available for all who are eligible at the following venues:Friday 27th October - At Jubilee Park Community Centre, Powis Avenue, Tipton DY4 0RJ from 10am - 2pm Sunday 29th October - At Tesco, 46 New Square, West Bromwich B70 7PR from 10am -...

Sandwell now have set up Community Hubs where you can speak to someone face-to-face in the West Bromwich and Blackheath area. There is also access to computers and Wi-Fi and they can also help you to sign up for a MySandwell account too. If you need help accessing council services or you need to speak to someone the tw...

Protect yourself this winter, get your Covid-19 & Flu Vaccine this October. Available for all who are eligible at the following venues:Sunday 8th October - At Tesco, 46 New Square, West Bromwich B70 7PR from 10am - 2pm Tuesday 10th October - At Tesco, Fox Oak Street, Cradley Heath, B64 5DF from 10am - 2pm Wednesday 11th Octo...

The Kaleidoscope Plus Group's - Peer Support Skills Course, to help you develop or learn new skills and the opportunity to share what you have learned to benefit others. The course itself will cover a range of topics from health and wellbeing, professional boundaries, relationships and roles. For individuals who have lived experience of ill health/...

Big local Big Feed is back, providing free Christmas dinners to those who may need a bit of extra help this year. To register for a hamper take your proof of benefit on a day and to a hub listed on the flyer attached below. Registration will be between 11th September and 6th October 2023. There will not be any bookings taken after this da...

On the 26th September 2023, Healthwatch Sandwell will be hosting an annual public meeting. At Tipton Muslim Community Centre, Wellington Rd, Tipton DY4 8RS from 10.30am till 2.30pm. The meeting will give you the chance to talk to local organisations around diabetes, health advice and support that is available to you and your community.&nb...

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 s...

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...

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 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...

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...

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...

Could it be cancer? Healthier Futures Black Country Integrated Care System hotline for Sandwell and West Birmingham residents is now live. Are you worried about any recent changes with your health and think that it could be cancer? Their hotline is their to connect you with one of their specialist nurses, to help support you and...

The Kaleidoscope Plus Group are hosting Care for Carers sessions, this autumn and winter throughout Sandwell. These sessions will provide an open safe space for carers, with a bunch of fun activities such as quizzes, games and raffles. All the sessions will all be led by experienced staff from The Kaleidoscope Plus Group, alongs...

Join the free guided bike rides in Victoria Park, Tipton. Welcoming beginners who may be looking at building their cycling confidence, whilst meeting new people and enjoying nature.  From every Wednesday 9.30am till 10.30am, meeting point is at WMA Community Fitness Centre, Tipton, Unity Walk, DY4 8QL at 9.30am.  Tea/coffee and toilet fac...

The Sandwell IPS Employment Service will be hosting a jobs fair on Tuesday 11th July 2023 10am – 2pm at the YMCA in West Bromwich, it is completely free to attend! Not only is it an excellent way to discover local businesses/ vacancies, there will be live opportunities available to apply for at the event. No ticket required, just turn up!...