The Starfish Social Hub is a face-to-face and virtual social support network, set up and run by the charity: Starfish Services Limited, part of the Starfish Partnership. This is a project with a difference, addressing mental health by focusing on social health instead. They offer a programme of activities where socialising is the focus because this...

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...

Are you 16-29 and looking for your next job opportunity? Come along to Wolverhampton Jobs Fair on the 27th September 2023, from 10.30am till 1pm. At the Youth Employment Hub, The Way Youth Zone, School St, Wolverhampton  WV3 ONR. With Potential Job Offers in Security, Retail, Care, Admin and Construction. Alongside help tow...

Walsall Children's Services are launching its 'Working with Fathers' Strategy as part of a dynamic approach to supporting fathers in the borough. Work on this partnership-led strategy started in September 2021, following the findings of several national reports and Child Safeguarding Practice Reviews (previously called Serious Case Reviews) that hi...

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...

Our friends at SainTs Training are offering free SIA courses in Dudley. Roles include: Door Supervisor and CCTV Operative You must be aged 18-29, unemployed, not in training or education and living in Dudley Council area. For more info call: 01902 710 670 or head to Security Training in Wolverhampton (saintstraining.co.uk)This i...

Would you like to support vulnerable people in your community and help others get more connected whilst reducing isolation?If so, then please consider volunteering for HOPE.To find out more, please: Call 07796 046072 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Social Prescribing service provides a non-medical approach to supporting adults in Wolverhampton...

With winter just round the corner, Act On Energy are hosting a 'Winter Is Coming' session at Darlaston Community Centre, Rough Hay Community Room, Hall Street East, Darlaston, WS10 8PL, on Friday 22nd September from 10am to 3.00pm This drop in session will look at how to tackle fuel poverty & cost of living discussions and offer ...

Come along and join One Walsall & Walsall College on Thursday on the 21st September, from 10am till 1pm. The session will include helpful advice like building techniques on how to help and improve your self-esteem and self confidence. Whilst supporting your employability prospects.  Session will take place at One Walsall Vol...

Free 2 Learn Courses have a bunch of opportunities available from Business to Healthcare and so much more. Each course will include multiple of topics to improve your knowledge and skill in each career pathway. To help you build your self-esteem, confidence and increase you're learning potential.  Locations for the Business and ...

It's never too late to learn something new, either for personal interest or to help you learn the transferable skills for your next job opportunity and progress your career. By developing your knowledge in multiple areas from Business administration to Health and Nutrition to Social Care, there is something for you. With this September being Childh...

We had fantastic openings at both DY1 Community Centre, Dudley and Quayside House in Oldbury yesterday. Thank you to everyone who came for a slice of cake, a cuppa and shared in our activities - including taster sessions. There's still so much to look forward to as we move forward!Don't forget we have two further openings on Monday: ...

Did you know Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy has been found to help people who have been depressed more than twice, reducing the risk of relapsing again by 50%? Walsall Talking Therapies, Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy Group is available to adult 17+ who: Are registered with a GP in WalsallHave experienced depressionCan commit to prac...

An opportunity to meet other autistic adults, talk to staff from Autism West Midlands and enjoy nature in a calm outdoor setting this autumn. Meeting point will be at outside the Wyre Forest Visitor Centre by the café entrance. Car parking is available and there is also a bus stop at the visitor centre.   On Wednesday 13th Septe...

Can you make the change in your community today? West Midlands Adult Eating Disorder Provider Collaborative brings together NHS and private healthcare organisation to support people with eating disorders. The provider collaborative has a shared purpose and effective decision-making arrangements in place to understand the needs of the local pop...

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...

Do you want to improve your wellbeing and social connectedness? Come along and join STEPWAY for their Free Weekly Wellbeing Walks taking place every Wednesday from 9.30am till 10.30am in Oldbury. Research shows that the benefits of walking in nature is not only great for your physical health, but your mental wellbeing ...

Join the Birmingham Settlement for their free Wellbeing workshops at The Red Shed. Discover information, techniques and strategies for improving your physical and mental wellbeing. Encouraging you to take some time to practice mindfulness in this beautiful greenspace. Everyone is welcome, sessions are warm and friendly. Mondays ...

To celebrate our expansion into Walsall, Wolverhampton, Sandwell and Dudley we are hosting open days over the next two weeks. First up this Wednesday, 6/9/23 we have:DY1 Community CentreStafford StreetDudleyDudleyDY1 1SAFrom 10am - 12pmAnd then Quayside HouseRound Green RoadOldburyB69 2DGFrom 2pm - 4pmThere will be refreshments, informati...

Black Country Support After Suicide Service are here to provide you with support for next of kin and close family members who are bereaved by suicide in the Black Country. Providing 1:1 emotional and practical support, 1:1 bereavement counselling as well as peer support groups. If you would like to make a referral or would like more infor...