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15/08/2024

The Cancer Research UK 'Train the Presenter Programme' launches next week. Have you signed up? πŸ€”

This training is for anyone who wants to feel more confident talking about cancer in the community.

This might include residents, care coordinators, community connectors, council staff, NHS staff or members of the voluntary community and faith sector.

Lunch will be provided and every attendee will receive a goody bag of resources. Last date to sign up is Tuesday 20th August! Simply scan the QR link below....πŸ‘‡

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15/08/2024

Our Health Coach Dhiren is at Doncaster Network Rail stand down dayπŸ‘

He has lots of resources about Health Coaching, Peer Support and information from Diabetes UK.

Come and have a chat πŸ—£πŸ’¬

13/08/2024

Gillian from Empowered in Nature CIC joined our Bereavement Peer Support group today to talk about self care and sleep 😴 🫢

Our next group will meet on Tuesday 17th September, 11:00am - 12:30pm at Bullcroft Memorial Hall, Carcroft.

Everyone welcome πŸ’•

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13/08/2024

Our lovely staff members Portia and Lucy are down at the Vermuyden Centre 🏫

They can provide you with lots of information and support around topics such as diabetes, staying active, healthy food swaps and connecting with groups in your community πŸ˜€ πŸ™ŒπŸ₯—πŸ—£

Come down and have a chat πŸ’¬

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Photos from Well Thorne and Moorends's post 13/08/2024

Our team will be at the Vermuyden Centre today, 1-4pm with many other partners πŸ˜€

Come down and say Hi πŸ‘‹, find out how health coaching could make a difference to your life and what peer groups are in your local area πŸ“

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12/08/2024

The Chronic Pain & Fibromyalgia group will meet on tomorrow, 13.8.24 at 3 pm in Wheatley, St. Paul’s Church, Durham Road, DN2 4HN. Hope we will see you there.

10/08/2024

Happy Pride! πŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆπŸŒˆ

Our team are down at the Charity and Infomation tent at Town Fields 🌳🌿

Come down, say 'Hi' and have a go and winning some prizes πŸ†πŸ‘‹

Community Wealth Builder Well Doncaster

09/08/2024

Happy Friday! ☺️

Here is a lovely photo of our Long Covid Peer Support Group.

Yesterday, they learnt about the benefits of reflexology in promoting deep relaxation and wellbeing πŸ§˜β€β™€οΈπŸŒΏπŸŒΌ

If you are living with Long Covid and would like to talk to people in a similar position to you, you can join our in person Long Covid Group that meets fortnightly in Balby, or our online Long Covid group that meets once a month. Find the full details here πŸ‘‡

https://welldoncaster.uk/for-me/peer-support/long-covid-peer-groups

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08/08/2024

Thanks so much to Karen who has been attending many of our Peer Support groups and sharing the benefits of Reflexoloy πŸ’•πŸ’“πŸ’—

So lovely to hear that you have been learning from the groups too - that's what Peer Support is all about πŸ™ŒπŸ—£

08/08/2024

We had a relaxed and informal Diabetes Peer Group session in Moorends today ☺️

The group discussed medication, shared dietary approaches and routines, had a general well-being chat and spoke about the side effects of living with diabetes.

A lot of our Peer Group members tell us that they appreciate talking to people with a similar lived experience πŸ—£

Our next Diabetes Group at Moorends Community Centre will be on Thursday 12th September, 10- 11am and we will be joined by Tall Trees Yoga πŸ§˜β€β™€οΈ πŸ˜€.

No need to book - just turn up πŸ™Œ

Well Thorne and Moorends Moorends Family Hub Well Stainforth

06/08/2024

One of the things we hear a lot from residents we work with, is they really appreciate the 1:1 time with their Health Coach. πŸ‘

We lead such busy lives, people often don't take time to reflect, to think about about what matters to them, what they want to achieve in life and what health goals they would like to focus on😌

We love hearing feedback like this πŸ‘‡
If you feel like you need a bit of time to focus on your health, then get in touch with the team....

https://welldoncaster.uk/for-me/1-1-coaching/coach-referral-form

Doncaster East Primary Care Network Well Doncaster Doncaster North Primary Care Network Well Stainforth Well Balby RDASH Health and Wellbeing Doncaster South Primary Care Network Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

04/08/2024

Thanks so much for having us! πŸ₯° looking forward to the next session πŸ™Œ

Was great having Hannah and Beth visit Fun Filled Days to talk about Diabetes prevention and management and living well in general. Thank you for coming along to our group.

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02/08/2024

Yesterday our Thorne Chronic Peer Group were joined by Catherine 😊

Catherine used to be a nurse and retrained in hypnotherapy. She spoke about the benefits of hypnotherapy for managing pain better, better sleep and reducing stress and tension.

She shared hints and tips on how to regain confidence and focus on a more positive mindset. 🧠

She ended the session with a guided hypnotherapy relaxation πŸŒŒπŸ˜ŒπŸ’«

Catherine will be at our Chronic Pain Support Group at Cantley Community Centre, 3-4pm on Thursday 8th August. No need to book 😊

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01/08/2024

Central area of Doncaster. Check our peer support groups for long-term health conditions and wellbeing. Scan QR code to see the calendar.

Photos from Be Well Doncaster's post 01/08/2024

Out Respiratory Peer Group had a Tai Chi taster session this morning πŸ™πŸ‘£

We just managed to just miss the rain 🌧 and the sun was shining for us! 🌞

Did you know that gentle, breathing-based exercises, such as Tai Chi can not only improve lung health and capacity but can also help with stress, anxiety and depression, that can sometimes accompany a long term condition πŸ«πŸ€”

Our next Respiratory Peer Support Group is on Thursday 5th September, 11-12pm at North Doncaster Development Trust in Bentley. We will be joined by Tall Trees Yoga. No need to book, just turn up 😊

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01/08/2024

Our Heath Coach Dhiren is at the 'Better You' event at Grove Park, Armthorpe today! πŸ’•

There are lots of activities going on. Have a go at making campfire snacks, create some street art and pet the farm yard animas πŸ–βš˜οΈπŸ‚

We are here until 3pm πŸ‘ - come down and say Hi πŸ‘‹

31/07/2024

That's a wrap πŸ™Œ

We have really enjoyed getting out and about these last couple of weeks with the Primary Care Networks. We have been raising awareness of Diabetes, the support available to poeple and how best to manage the condition. 🌿🍎πŸ₯¦πŸ§˜β€β™€οΈ

Be Well currently run 5 peer support groups across Doncaster for people living with Diabetes. There is no need to book, you can simply turn up. All the dates and times are here πŸ‘‡

https://welldoncaster.uk/for-me/peer-support/diabetes-peer-groups

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31/07/2024

We love hearing your feedback πŸ₯°

Do you have a health goal you want to achieve, but you're not sure where to start? Why not give Health Coaching a try?

You can self refer to the team here πŸ‘‡
https://welldoncaster.uk/for-me

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Photos from Be Well Doncaster's post 26/07/2024

It's been a busy week for Be Well and the Primary Care teams! 😌

This morning we were in Thone, raising awareness about Diabetes and the support avaliable to residents in Doncaster πŸ‘

Did you know....πŸ€”

You are more at risk of Diabetes if you have high blood pressure? 🩸

Your risk increases with age. You're more at risk if you're white and over 40 or over 25 if you're african- caribbean, black african, chinese or south asian. πŸ§‘πŸ§‘β€πŸ¦³πŸ‘±β€β™‚οΈ

Your more at risk if you have a high waist measurement. πŸ“

Doncaster East Primary Care Network Well Thorne and Moorends

26/07/2024

Early onset type 2 diabetes project: Take part in a focus group and receive a Β£25 shopping voucher🀩πŸ₯³πŸ’Έ

If you have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and are aged 18-39, Social Change want to hear from you!

They are inviting you to take part in a focus group led by themselves and the NHS South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (ICB).

The focus group will last 1 hour and will be conducted online on the following dates:
β€’ Thursday, 1st August, 3-4 PM
β€’ Friday, 2nd August, 3-4 PM

You only need to attend one focus group. Participants will receive a Β£25 One4All shopping voucher as a thank you for their time and contributions and all feedback will be anonymised and confidential.

If you or someone you know is interested in joining, please email [email protected]

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Photos from Be Well Doncaster's post 25/07/2024

Our Living Well peer group enjoyed getting crafty with Karen today πŸŽ¨πŸ–ΌπŸ˜‰

They had a great time making 'banners for change' for the 'Into the Park' event in Stainforth.

How great do they look? πŸ₯° They will all be displayed on Sunday 18th August at Stainforth Welfare Centre! πŸŒ³πŸ™ŒπŸŒŸ

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25/07/2024

Our central team, Ivana and Lisa had a great day at Party in the Park in Balby πŸ™ŒπŸŒ³

We shared lots of information about our coaching and peer support services, and had some great conversations with you all 😊

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24/07/2024

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This morning, we kicked off the first Diabetes Event alongside the Health Van at Doncaster Market!

It was great to engage with patients and members of the community to discuss diabetes, how to spot early signs, and how to manage symptoms.

If you didn't get the chance to stop by today, you can join us tomorrow and on Friday at the locations below:

πŸ—“οΈ Thursday, 25th July
πŸ“ Woodlands Library
πŸ•˜ 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

πŸ—“οΈ Friday, 26th July
πŸ“ King Chambers (Alongside the Health Van)
πŸ•˜ 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
πŸ“ Rossington Miners (Alongside the Health Van)
πŸ• 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Photos from Be Well Doncaster's post 23/07/2024

πŸ“ πŸ“…Our Living Well Peer Support Group in Stainforth is taking place on Thursday 25th July, 10-11.30am at Stainforth Community Resource Centre (167 Church Road, Stainforth, Doncaster, DN7 5NJ).

🀩This month we will be joined by Karen who will be delivering a β€˜Banners for Change’ workshop as part of 'Right Up Our Street'

The workshop has been influenced by the banners of the Miners Strike and its 40th Anniversary

πŸ₯° The purpose of these mini banners is to celebrate your community - create a positive message about what you love about where you live, a positive change for your area or a peaceful activist motto. Please see the image below to give you an idea of what can be made.🀩

There will be an opportunity for your banner to be displayed at the Right Up Our Street 'Into the Park' event on 18th August at Stainforth Welfare Ground (event details on the below poster)

We hope to see you there πŸ™ŒπŸ‘

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18/07/2024

Yesterday our Diabetes Peer Support Group in Armthorpe were visited by Four Seasons Reflexology.

Karen spoke about the benefits of reflexology, she shared how different techniques can help and provided lots of resources and information.

If you are living with Diabetes and would like to attend one of our peer groups you can find the dates and times of them here:
https://welldoncaster.uk/for-me/peer-support/diabetes-peer-groups

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Photos from Be Well Doncaster's post 17/07/2024

Today Lou from Inner Sunshine joined our Chronic Pain group at Evanston Gardens in Balby πŸ₯°πŸ€©

The group made a Mexican 'God's Eye' to take home!

Did you know that engaging in creative activity can help you to feel more relaxed, creating a distraction from your pain?

Our next Chronic Pain Group in Balby is on Wednesday 21st of August, 10-11.30am at Evanston Gardens Communal Hall. We will be joined by Learn/ Live/ Love/ Food Nutritionist.

No need to book - just turn up :)

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Citizens Advice Doncaster Deaf Service 12/07/2024

Did you know that Citizens Advice in Doncaster now have advisors who use British Sign Language? πŸ˜€

They can help with many things such as energy advice, benefits support or help with work and family life πŸ‘‡

Citizens Advice Doncaster Deaf Service CADB has 2 new BSL Interpreters to aid deaf clients in the Doncaster area.

Select tickets – Ultra Processed Food - what we need to know – 11 Norfolk Row, Sheffield, S1 2PA + ONLINE 12/07/2024

A great event organised by Sheffield Diabetes UK Group (2021 onwards)🀩

Residents from Doncaster are welcome to attend or can join via the zoom link (see details in link) πŸ‘‡
https://www.tickettailor.com/events/sheffielddiabetesukgroup/1306505

Dr Carol Auma( Researcher in Food and Nutrition) will have a look at the facts about Ultra Processed Foods and answer questions, helping us to really think about what we put in our mouths, and why!

This one is not to be missed!

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Select tickets – Ultra Processed Food - what we need to know – 11 Norfolk Row, Sheffield, S1 2PA + ONLINE What exactly is a UPF? Is it relevant to diabetes? Why is it hard to stop eating some crisps? Can we be addicted to some foods?...

11/07/2024

Out team were out and about in Denaby yesterday, supporting with the Heath Bus 🚌.

If you have an event coming up and would like a representative from Be Well there - please get in touch πŸ™Œ

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08/07/2024

Come along to our chronic pain and fibromyalgia peer support on 11/7/24 at 3 pm in the Cantley Community Centre. It's a safe space to meet others who suffer from pain.

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