Health & Wellbeing at GL11

Working in partnership with the NHS, and others, we offer a range of help and advice to manage your health and wellbeing. From one-to-one sessions to groups, there’s help for a healthy you at GL11.

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    LIFT Health Coaching

    A health coaching service designed to provide accessible help to those with long-term health conditions or life changing health issues for patients living in the areas served by the Dursley, Cam & Uley, Wotton-under-Edge and Berkeley surgeries.

    You can only be referred through your GP, practice nurse or Social Prescriber.

    For more details on what we offer and how it works, click the button, or call the LIFT team on 01453 703605.

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    GL11 Counselling Service

    GL11 Counselling Service is a community service partnership between the NHS Berkeley Vale Primary Care Network and GL11 Community Hub.

    We provide a counselling service to adults living in the areas served by Dursley, Cam & Uley, Wotton Under Edge & Berkeley surgeries.

    Referral is only through a GP or Social Prescriber.

    For more details on what we offer and how it works, click the button, or call us on 01453 703605.

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    Exercise classes for over 60s

    GL11 Community Hub is now offering affordable and enjoyable exercise classes for adults aged 60+ in the GL11 area. Together we'll take part in strength, balance and flexibility exercises before having some social time with tea and coffee.

    £2 per session (please contact us if cost is a barrier).

    Tuesdays 2 - 4pm (starts 22 October) at The Chantry Centre, Long Street, Dursley, GL11 4JB (accessible by public transport, free long stay car park available on Long Street).

    Thursdays 1 -3pm (starts 24 October) at Stinchcombe Village Hall, The Street, Stinchcombe, GL11 6AP (accessible by public transport, free parking available onsite).

    To book, please call 01453 548530 or email office@gl11.org.uk.

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    Blood Pressure Monitoring

    High blood pressure is the biggest single cause of death in the UK, and within our GL11 area it is estimated that almost 2,000 adults currently have undiagnosed high blood pressure. GL11 Community Hub is here to help you sort it out before it becomes a serious problem. We’ll be coming to events and locations in the local area throughout the year to give you a free blood pressure check on the spot and to support you with the next steps.

    As part of this project, we’re also asking people what stops them getting their blood pressure checked regularly and what would make it easier. If you would like to be part of our focus groups and to share your experience and ideas just give us a call on 01453 548530.

  • Worried about your drinking? Drugs or addictive behaviour? Get help and support at GL11 Community Hub. GL11 Community Hub is a SMART Recovery centre.

    Worried about your drinking, drugs or addictive behaviour?

    Get help and support at GL11 Community Hub. We are a SMART Recovery venue, a programme that provides support, training and tools for people who want to change their behaviour, including addiction to drugs, alcohol, gambling and food.

    Our evening meetings are small, informal, confidential and guided by a trained facilitator. There is disabled access and refreshments are available.

    When: Thursdays 5.45pm – 7.30pm.

    Where: Community Room, inside GL11 Community Hub.

    Please call 01453 548530 or email office@gl11.org.uk for more information about how to attend.

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    DiversiTea - GL11's Neurodiverse Cafe at Dursley Methodists

    Join us for GL11's pop-up cafe in Dursley Methodist Church, 10am - 2pm, every fortnight.

    Accessible, affordable and inclusive. Everyone is welcome.

    Run by GL11 Explorers group as a friendly, safe place to meet for song, laughter and fun, with tea, cake, and activities!

    DiversiTea & Cake usually runs first & third Monday each month.

    Specific Monday dates to the end of July 2024 are:

    March 4th & 18th, April 15th & 29th, May 20th,

    June 3rd & 17th, July 1st and 15th.

  • List of forthcoming Hearing Aid Clinic dates at GL11

    Hearing Aid Clinics

    Problems with your hearing aid? Need to see an expert?

    A Hearing Aid Clinic is held at GL11 every three months.

    Forthcoming dates are:

    17th April 2024
    4th July 2024
    3rd October 2024
    30th January 2025

    Booking required. Please ring GDA (Gloucestershire Deaf Association) to book an appointment on 01452 372999.

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    Chiropody for the Over 55s

    GL11 hosts a chiropody service for over 55s every Thursday, with appointments available between 9:15am and 2:00pm. Regular GL11 attendees pay £7.50 for a session, for those only using the chiropody service the charge is £15 per session (£30 from January 2025).

    Booking is essential for this popular service. To book, call 01453 548530.

  • Health Visitor Dates. At Family Friday at GL11 Community Hub: 13 September, 11 October, 8 November, 13 December. At Sharpness Parent and Toddler Group, Sharpness Village Hall: 18 September, 16 October, 20 November, 18 December.

    Health Visitor Dates at GL11 and Sharpness for Parents

    We have a monthly Health Visitor session at both our weekly Family Friday sessions at GL11, and at our weekly Sharpness Parent & Toddler group in Sharpness Village Hall.

    No need to book. If you need to see a Health Visitor, just drop in and see us on one of these dates.

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    Explorers

    Lively, fun and active group for adults with learning difficulties, building friendships and encouraging self-discovery. Includes refreshments.

    Tuesdays weekly 10am - 3pm.

    £2 per session.

    Contact us to join via office@gl11.org.uk or 01453 548530.

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    Seated Yoga

    Wind down or boost your mindset with gentle, calming seated movement at your pace.

    Tuesdays 2 - 3pm.

    £2.50 per session.

    Contact us to book via office@gl11.org.uk or 01453 548530.

    Runs term-time only.

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    Social Prescriber

    Get support with your health and well-being and find out about NHS and other community services.

    Mondays weekly 9:30am - 2pm.

    Free.

    Call 01453 548530 or email office@gl11.org.uk to book.

  • Feed Yourself Well

    Feed Yourself Well

    Get inspired to feed yourself (and your family) well with GL11 Community Pantry and Kerry Ingredients UK.

    Pick up a bag with the recipe and all the ingredients you need to make a delicious family meal for four from scratch. Pre-portioned ingredients and step-by-step instructions means less food waste.

    A different recipe will be available through the Community Pantry every month.

  • Talk Club

    Talk Club

    Talk Club is a talking community for men aged 18+, helping them to improve their mental health.

    Thursdays weekly 6:30 - 8:30pm.

    Contact jaebatttc@gmail.com to find out more.

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    NeuroThrive Parent/Carer Peer Support

    Are you a parent/carer of a neurodiverse young person? Are you looking for support and connection with others on a similar journey? Join Julie and Tracy for a free monthly peer support group to share experiences of autism, ADHD and other neurodiversity challenges with professional advice and guidance.

    8 October, 5 November, 3 December, 7 January, 4 February, 4 March, 1 April, 6 May.

    10:30am - 12:30pm.

    Click here to book.

  • Parent/Carers Peer Support Group

    Parent/Carers Peer Support Group

    Are you struggling with your child’s behaviour or emotions? Are you concerned that your child isn’t settling in well at school? Do you need help to navigate the system? Would you like a safe space to share your experience with other parents/carers?

    Mondays (starts 18 November 2024).

    1:00pm - 2:30pm.

    Free (with free creche for 0 - 8 year olds).

    Booking required by calling 01453 548530 or emailing office@gl11.org.uk.

  • Neurodiverse Skills Building Workshop. 21, 22, 28, 29 November. 4 - 6pm. GL11 Community Hub. ADHD Foundation The Neurodiversity Charity.

    Neurodiverse Skills Building Workshop

    Enhance your skills and gain a better understanding of yourself, your friends and your family. This free workshop for 11 - 24 year olds will be led by the ADHD Foundation and delivered over four afternoons, covering topics including relationships, sleep, and nutrition.

    21, 22, 28 and 29 November.

    4 - 6pm.

    Free.

    Book by calling 01453 548530 or emailing office@gl11.org.uk.

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