Here are two of the lovely participants who wanted to share their positive experience at the event. This is a brilliant initiative where women can come together for a spot of lunch, a coffee and a chat and even their nails painted. This event is run once a month at SVP and is open to
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Pier Walk
This Tuesday the pier walk group at Southend-on-Sea went the extra mile (well…maybe the extra 100 yards…) and went all the way to the bell at the end of the pier! Then they popped into the RNLI shop to see the lifeboats! We really do have the best time on our pier walks and we’d
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Joanna visited a local COPD support group with Savs Southend yesterday to discuss the benefits of a healthy diet on COPD. Martin went along too, to perform tests on lung function. We offer lots of services to community groups and workplaces in Southend. If you’d like us to visit your group get in touch by
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Joanna and Sophie supported the 40th anniversary of National No Smoking Day with Public Health at Havens Hub.
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We had a surprise guest at the coffee morning today! The Mayor of Southend, Cllr Stephen Habermel stopped by St Luke’s Community Hub to see the wonderful work Southend-on-Sea City Council do there. If you’d like to pop in, just like the Mayor, you can join us every Wednesday at 10AM at St Luke’s Hub for a coffee and
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Our indirock_ Adult Weight Management programme has come to an end, with our last session being yesterday evening. We’d like to say a HUGE congratulations to everyone who attended! You’ve all made so much progress and it’s been wonderful to see! Well done to each and every one of you! Our new programme starts 20th
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5 ways to keep your heart healthy
Cardiovascular disease remains one of the biggest killers in the UK which is why it’s so important we look after our hearts. There are plenty of simple tweaks you can make to your daily routine that can help to keep your heart healthy and in great shape which we’ve covered below: Stub out the smoking
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An initiative where elderly Southend residents can be provided with FREE practical and comfortable footwear for the home in order help prevent falls. Come down and chat to the professionals while you grab a pair of slippers!
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Michael’s Falls Prevention class had a visit from PCSO Linda Werrett from The Neighbourhood Policing Team, to learn about scams and crime awareness. Our participants shared first hand experiences and gained a better understanding to increase their personal security. Our falls prevention class is always followed by a cup of tea and a chat. Sometimes
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What’s in season this February
What feels like 29172 days later, the end of January is almost in sight! With February nearing, the new month calls for a new abundance of fresh fruit and veg to grace our supermarkets. So with that in mind, keep reading to discover the freshest (and cheapest!) ingredients to add to your shopping lists this
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