Arun Wellbeing
' small changes make a BIG difference'
- Use the links on the sidebar of this website
- Phone us on 01903 737862
- Email us on info@arun.gov.uk
STOP PRESS
Bounce into 2012!
Are you in need of a 'pick me up'? Does your life need 'kick starting'?
Then Bognor CAN may have the answer.
They are holding a 'Bounce Back' day on: Saturday 3rd March from 11am till 4pm at the Bognor Regis Youth & Community Centre, Westloats Lane, Bognor Regis. PO21 5JZ. It will be a day full of free taster sessions, presentations, free prize draws and much more. An its for the whole family (children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult).
Why not come along and enjoy the fun.
Resolving your difficulties
Are you in conflict with one of your neighbours? Are you tired of never seeming to reach an agreement? Help may be at hand in the service of the West Sussex Mediation Service.
Trained volunteer mediators will listen to the problem and then speak separately to all the parties concerned in their own homes to try to find an agreeable solution to both.
Could you make use of this free service? If so call 01403 258 900 to discuss your situation. Alternatively you can visit the website on www.wsms.org.uk
‘Winter is coming. Prepare ahead of cold weather to stay healthy’
The NHS West Sussex is urging people across Sussex to prepare for winter and be aware of the health risks associated with the colder months. Our health and wellbeing can be seriously affected, you could be more susceptible to colds, flu, hypothermia, pneumonia, slips and falls to name just a few.
It makes sense to plan ahead and try to prevent any unnecessary ill health and accidents.
To help find out the best way to do this click on this NHS LINK
Help is at hand for all Carers Arunwide......
Are you caring for a member of your family who is getting old or who has a disability? Or maybe a friend or neighbour who needs to be checked on frequently? Being a carer can put many additional strains on you, and it is all too easy to forget to ensure that your own health and wellbeing needs are being met.
Help and support, free information and guidance can be provided by the Carers Support Service (in partnership with Arun Wellbeing Team) at drop-in sessions in Bognor Regis.
The Carers drop in's will be held at the new one-stop Health and Wellbeing base in Bognor Regis, (in the Annexe, next to Bognor Regis Town Hall, in the Car Park) on the second Monday of every month, from 10am to 3pm. The first drop in will be on Monday 12th March.
Carers drop ins are also held in Littlehampton, in the Arun Civic Centre, on the fourth Wednesday of every month, 2pm till 4pm.
Carers Support Service have a Male Carers Support Group in this area
Are you in male carer supporting a loved one and in need of emotional and/or physical support? A new male carers support group, aimed at providing help and support, and perhaps brief respite, may be the answer.
For fuller details please contact Ian Stuart on 01903 528604 or email ianstuart@guildcare.org
The Wellbeing Advisery Service is here
A new ‘one stop shop’ of health information and advice for all ages is open for business.
Whether you are searching for ways to quit smoking, become more active, eat a balanced diet or want to find ways to improve your emotional and mental wellbeing, the new Arun Wellbeing hub and advisers will be able to help.
The new Wellbeing Annexe next to Bognor Regis Town Hall is open for drop in sessions on Mondays between 1pm and 6pm, and on Tuesdays between 8am and 1pm where health advisers will be on hand to offer support and advice on all aspects of health and wellbeing.
PLEASE NOTE: The Bognor Regis Wellbeing Annexe will NOT be open Monday 5th March nor Tuesday 6th March. Our apologies for any inconvenience caused.
The Littlehampton drop in sessions, operated from the Civic Centre in Maltravers Road, are run on Wednesdays from 1pm to 5pm. No appointment is necessary for any advice.
Interested in making that change?
Ring for an appointment: 01903 737862 and take that first step to a healthier, happier lifestyle.
FREE NHS Health Checks are also here!
Why not get yourself along to a FREE NHS health checks, now available in the Arun area.
Conducted by trained NHS staff, they will assess your risk of developing cardio-vascular disease by measuring height and weight, taking blood pressure and cholesterol levels to determine your current state of health. They can then give important advice and information based on the outcomes.
The checks are held in:
The Wickbourne Centre, Clun Rd, Littlehampton. BN17 7DZ on Friday 30th March
The Wellbeing Annexe (the smaller building attached to the side of Bognor Regis Town Hall, with access from the Car park) every fortnight. Please ring the number given below for the next available appointment date.
Booking is essential so if you would like to benefit from this free valuable service please call
01273 268900 or email aaw.pat@westsussex.gov.uk for bookings at the Wickbourne Centre
and 01243 642370 for The Annexe bookings
Walk your way to Fitness
Arun Wellbeing and Inspire Leisure have many organised healthy, rural walks in the District, all designed with you in mind and for all levels of fitness. We have walks in Findon, Yapton, Pagham, Ferring, East Preston, Littlehampton, Bognor Regis and Arundel - hopefully something to suit everyone. For more information on each walk use this Wellbeing Healthy Walks [pdf] 171KB link
or look at Inspire Leisure's timetable on this http://www.inspireleisure.co.uk/pdfdownloads/Healthy_walks_leaflet.pdf link
What better way to enjoy the fresh air, get fitter and meet new friends, all at the same time.
If you would like to join in the fun please contact either:Vicki Reynolds on 01903 737862 or Charlotte Anning (Inspire Leisure) on 01903 890301 for fuller details.
Make your shopping trips easier with Arun Community Transport.
Would you like help with your weekly shop? Arun Community Transport may be the answer. They run buses three times a week for a door to door service to Tesco's at Bognor Regis. For a small fee of £3.50 they will collect you from your door, whisk you off to Tesco's, wait whilst you shop (for a maximum of one and a half hours), transport you back and then even carry your shopping up to your front door!
The service runs on Monday morning, with a routing through Yapton, Barnham, Westergate, (inc 'Sandcrofts'), and Eastergate. Or there is the Tuesday afternoon or Thursday morning service, routing through Elmer, Middleton and Felpham.
Interested? Then either visit their website at www.arun-cct.org or call 01903 723584 for more details or to book.
Important health checks for all men
Every year 35,000 men are diagnosed with Prostate Cancer. Early diagnosis is very important - it can literally save lives. Check out this valuable website that can help you recognise the symptoms and take action.
NHS help in Bognor Regis to help you stop smoking
A drop-in session is now being held at Bognor Regis War Memorial Hospital. Held every Wednesday between 6.30pm to 8.30pm, it will offer friendly, easy to access help and support, expert advice and information from NHS specialist advisors
Why not make a date to quit! View full details.
Could you be a volunteer?
Arun Wellbeing work with many voluntary organisations to deliver projects to help people feel fit and well and better about themselves. With the introduction of the “BIG SOCIETY” government initiative voluntary organisations will be key to its success. Arun Wellbeing are working with Arun Volunteer Centre who support volunteers and voluntary organisations. Find out more about Volunteering.
Projects for Arun.
Many projects, funded through the Arun Wellbeing Funding, are available for Arun residents. You can access further information on each project by clicking on the name of the project:
Fitness, Fun & Friendship Family Fitness Centre Return to Fitness
4Sight Well and Active Conservation Volunteers Western Locality Peer Support
Healthy Walks Counselling Services (survivors of sexual abuse & rape)
Wellbeing for Children Sing For Your Life The Weekly Drop-In Our Cafe Home Start
Post Natal Depression Support Group Be OK Eat Well Flex on the Beach DisabledGo
Shaping the Future Project Internet Cafe Bersted Green Learning Centre
Money Advice and Budgeting Awareness B-Heard LA-UK Just Men Highfields Play Area
Arun Angels Duke of Edinburgh Support Project Wellbeing in Workplaces
Working with children, young people and families Hotham Park Play Area Improvements
Community Leaders Money Worries Bognor Tea and Chat Early Intervention Caseworker
If you are an organisation providing a service that is not included on this website, please contact us today on info@arun.gov.uk.
View the Arun Wellbeing Priorities
Arun District Council are pleased to support DisabledGo, who provide a web-based access guide. to help those with disabilities, their families, assistants and friends, to enjoy living in, working in or visiting Arun. To view this helpful website use this LINK
