Bassetlaw Action Centre has received funding from the Nottingham and Nottinghamshire Integrated Care Board, enabling three additional Staying Well courses to be scheduled. Places are available in both Retford and Worksop, helping people with long-term conditions gain the skills needed to manage their illnesses and disabilities.
Health and Wellbeing Manager Paula Graham said: “This course is important for people as we give them the tools to enable them to manage their health condition and get the most out of their life.”
The Staying Well course was developed by working directly with people who have long-term conditions, with the aim of improving wellbeing by taking control of their situation. It teaches participants techniques to manage their lives and self-advocate, enabling greater understanding of their illness and reducing limitations.
The course recently scored 9.2 out of 10, with participants reporting improved mental health. Tutor Norman Shaw said: “This course gives people the tools they need to improve their lives. The groups are relaxed and informal and knowing that everyone there, including the tutors, has a long-term condition helps people to really open up. I see a big difference in participants from coming in the first session to leaving on the last. It’s very rewarding to be part of that.”
The new six-week courses will run at Retford Tennis Club from Thursday 4th September and Thursday 8th January, and at Oasis Community Centre, Worksop from Wednesday 15th October. Each weekly session lasts two and a half hours. As groups need to be kept small, places are limited and must be pre-booked. To find out more or to book a place, email enquiries@ActionCentre.org.uk or call 01777 709650. More information can also be found at http://www.BassetlawActionCentre.org.uk.