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Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Community network receives £132k to boost services
An initiative to keep older people in the community active and connected has been backed with thousands of pounds in funding. The Volunteer Centre Dorset (VCD) has been awarded a two-year contract to create the Dorset Thriving Communities Network. The network has been allotted £132,000 in grant funding, to be divided among community groups and charities in Purbeck, north Dorset and Weymouth over the coming months. In a statement, the VCD explained the initiative has been created to "establish and strengthen these small networks". Projects receiving the funding will include lunch clubs, art classes and warm spaces for people to gather, in a bid to help older people feel independent and connected with their community. Councillor Steve Robinson from Dorset Council said: "This 'proof of concept' exercise holds the potential to develop a completely new method of funding our Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) core costs." He said the initiative could "create a truly engaged and resilient sector, able to provide long term health and wellbeing support as our older population grows". Marie Waterman, chief executive of VCD, added: "This is about more than just funding - it's about supporting the people and groups already making a difference in their neighbourhoods. "By working together, we can create local networks that are responsive, resilient, and rooted in the strengths of each community." A review into the initiative will be held after a year by Dorset's Voluntary and Community Sector Assembly (VCSA), reporting to the Dorset Health and Wellbeing Board. You can follow BBC Dorset on Facebook, X (Twitter), or Instagram. Service befriending lonely elderly people extended Charity hosts community group to tackle loneliness Overhaul of council community services planned Students and elderly pair up to combat loneliness Dorset Council
BBC News
10-07-2025
- Health
- BBC News
Shipley wellbeing centre 'transforms' former school building
A multi-million pound health and wellbeing centre has opened in Bradford after more than a year in construction. Farfield in Shipley opened on Friday and includes a new atrium, a landscaped communal space and gardens for users of the centre and members of the facility will be run by the Cellar Trust charity and will provide "a variety of health and wellbeing activities" and support for all age Shutler, from the Cellar Trust, said: "Farfield represents far more than bricks and mortar, it's a bold new chapter in how we support health and wellbeing together. "We're incredibly proud of what's been achieved through partnership and shared purpose, transforming a much-loved but outdated building into an inspiring, inclusive space for everyone."The charity said it was taking expressions of interest from local organisations looking to rent space in the centre. Farfield, which is based in a former school on Farfield Road, received £3m through the government-funded Shipley Towns Thornton, fund chair, said: "It has undergone such an incredible transformation and it's great to see such thoughtful and practical improvements to its use as a community base for meetings and activities. "I look forward to seeing the impact it will make over many more decades to come." Listen to highlights from West Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, catch up with the latest episode of Look North.
Arabian Business
03-07-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Response Plus and Burjeel institute $1mn award for wellness in energy sector
Response Plus Holding (RPM) and Burjeel Holdings will jointly recognise and reward excellence in physical and mental well-being across the global energy sector – the first global award focused exclusively on the energy industry – with a US$1 million Human Energy Health and Wellbeing Award. The award will be won by one organisation associated with the energy sector, which introduces the most innovative, impactful, and measurable solution to enhance the physical and mental health and well-being of energy workers worldwide. The inaugural winner of the award will be announced at ADIPEC in November 2025. The awards are open to organisations of all sizes, with a particular focus on small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the energy supply chain, where the financial incentive can deliver significant operational and cultural impact. Submissions will be evaluated by an independent, international jury, with expertise in health, wellness, and global leadership. Dr Richard Heron, former Vice President of Health and Chief Medical Officer at BP, will serve as Chair of the Jury. With over 15 years of experience leading global health strategies and serving on multiple international advisory boards, he brings deep insight into occupational health and well-being. Joining Dr Heron will be Vinay Menon, a renowned wellness coach known for his work with elite athletes, including Chelsea FC and the Belgium national team at FIFA 2022, and John Defterios, an award-winning journalist and economic analyst with over three decades of experience covering global energy and emerging markets. The initiative addresses a growing awareness of the need to prioritise mental health, resilience, and holistic wellness as integral components of operational performance and employee engagement in the energy sector, and Dr Rohil Raghavan, CEO of Response Plus Holding PJSC, said: 'The Human Energy Awards reflects RPM's commitment to placing people at the centre of progress. This initiative is about setting a new benchmark to recognise how the Energy sector values and supports its workforce.' John Sunil, CEO of Burjeel Holdings, added: 'Our partnership reflects a shared mission to prioritise the health of those driving the energy sector. This award highlights the vital role of preventive care and well-being in sustaining a resilient workforce.'
Yahoo
29-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Weight loss consultant named finalist in national weight loss 'Oscars' awards
A weight loss consultant has been named a finalist in a national award scheme, known as the 'Slimming World Oscars'. Lisa Norris, who runs a Slimming World group at the Lysaght Institute in Newport, was shortlisted for Group of the Year in Slimming World's annual awards, which celebrate consultants who support members in losing weight and improving their wellbeing. Ms Norris said: "To be recognised and rewarded for doing a role that I love is so special. "Working for such an exceptional company as a franchisee, and as part of the South-Central Wales district, I couldn't be more honoured. "This recognition belongs to every person who has found the courage to walk into my group with their dream, and it is an honour to see these members grow in confidence week by week. "They are the ones who make our group the success that it is, with their friendship and support they give to each other weekly. "They make the group such a fun, safe, judgement-free place to be." Lisa Norris has been recognised as a finalist in the Slimming World 'Oscars' (Image: Supplied) Ms Norris, who supports more than 100 members each week, said she was "blown away" by the news that her group had made the finals. The phone call from her district manager, Scott Hawkins, left her in disbelief. She said: "I couldn't believe that the call was real, and asked, 'Are you sure?'" Alongside the finalist nomination, Ms Norris and her husband John were also selected to join Slimming World's annual all-expenses-paid consultants' trip. Lisa Norris and her husband John were also chosen to join Slimming World's all-expenses paid consultants' trip (Image: Supplied) In early May, the couple flew from Heathrow to Athens for a week of luxury in the exclusive Kolonaki district. Ms Norris said: "We were treated like celebrities, from the champagne reception, to the beautiful five-course evening meal with breath-taking views of the Acropolis, guided tours to the Temple of Poseidon, a hands-on cookery course, a Greek dancing lesson and sailing along the stunning coastline with an unforgettable evening of Greek food and dancing beneath the stars." The trip was Slimming World's 36th and the vision of the company's late founder, Margaret Miles Bramwell OBE, who died in February. Ms Norris said: "Margaret was always so excited to celebrate the achievements of her consultants and their members, taking part in each trip, planning and hosting every detail, so for this to be the first trip without her was an emotional one. "We did our best to keep her memory alive and remember that everything we do from here on in is to honour her and keep our promise to retain our commitment to helping as many people who need us in their weight loss journey." Slimming World is known for its supportive approach, offering encouragement not only to members but also to its consultants. Ms Norris was selected as a finalist for her "unwavering dedication" and "exceptional standards of service" in supporting both members and colleagues. She runs her award-winning group at the Lysaght Institute, Orb Drive, Newport, on Saturdays at 8am, 10am, and 11.30am. Details of how to join a local group or become a Slimming World consultant can be found at
Yahoo
29-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Councillors praise value of Castle Point community leisure centres after visit
Councillors have praised the value of community leisure centres in Castle Point following a recent visit. Castle Point councillors Tom Gibson and Rob Lillis toured Runnymede and Waterside Leisure Centres on Tuesday, June 17, alongside Shane Williams, assistant director for recreation. They explored the facilities, discussed future plans, and saw how the centres are supporting residents' health and wellbeing. Rob Lillis, councillor responsible for health, wellbeing and housing, said: "It was fantastic to see so many young people making the most of our leisure centres. "At a time when childhood obesity is on the rise, it's more important than ever to provide accessible, active spaces for all." Tom Gibson, councillor responsible for special projects and assets, said the centres play a key role in the community. He said: "We're proud of the work being done and excited about what's to come. "These centres are vital to the health and happiness of our residents."
