Neurodiversity Celebration Week is a worldwide initiative that challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about neurological differences. It aims to transform how neurodivergent individuals are perceived and supported by providing schools, universities, and organisations with the opportunity to recognise the many talents and advantages of being neur...

 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...

The latest edition of the Recovery & Wellbeing in Sandwell Newsletter is available to view online here as a full colour flipbook:  https://heyzine.com/flip-book/9f0966444c.html This is an excellent resource for anyone looking to access services in the Sandwell area, with information on places to go, things to do, and opportunities to build...

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...

Zero Discrimination Day is observed every year on March 1 to promote inclusion, equality, and peace. It also raises awareness about the impact of discrimination worldwide.The day is particularly noted by organisations such as UNAIDS. This year is the tenth anniversary of Zero Discrimination Day and the theme is "To protect everyone's heal...

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 ...

Great news! We are recruiting for the following:4 x Facilitator Roles - Job Advert (jobs.nhs.uk)1 x Lead Facilitator Role - Job Advert (jobs.nhs.uk)2 x Learning Support Assistant Roles - Job Advert (jobs.nhs.uk)The deadline for applications is Monday 11th March. Full job descriptions and person specs can be found in the links provide...

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...

As we continue our celebration of LGBTQ+ History month, today we have Xander one of our Recovery College students with one of his favourite quotes. 'You're never too old To be who you are And how you need to be.' Xander has joined our LGBTQ+ course where we connect and learn about matters close to the heart of the LGBTQ+ community. Check out o...

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...