E-Bulletin - October 2023
 

 

 

 

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NHS England (London and South East regions) have launched their public consultation on proposals for the future location of very specialist cancer treatment services for children who live in south London and much of south east England.

For the full consultation document and other information, please Click Here 


Your choices in the NHS - Did you know that in many cases you have the legal right to choose where you have your NHS treatment? For more information, please Click Here


Merton Council Current Community Consultations - To have you say on a number of current consultations and feedback on events like Merton's BIG Sport's Day, please Click Here

 

Looking After Yourselves - services, courses, things to do and more

               


Every Mind Matters - Find your little big thing for your mental health. There are little things that can to lift our mood or ease anxiety. For more information, please Click Here


Suicide Awareness Training - Imagine Independence will be running 5 online Suicide Awareness sessions between September and December. 

For more information and to book on, please Click Here


Wellbeing Workshop - Understanding Depression, Tuesday 24th October, 10 - 11.30am

This workshop will cover what depression is, signs and symptoms, and coping strategies you can use to help manage your symptoms.

Advanced booking required. For more info or to book, please Click Here


Free Mental Health First Aid (Awareness) Training - Do you want to know more about Mental Health? Mental Health First Aid (Awareness) is a half-day Mental Health First Aid England accredited online workshop where you will learn more about common mental health issues.

Mental Health First Aid (Awareness) Course Dates

•         Tuesday 24th October – 12:30pm to 5pm

•         Thursday 16th November – 12:30pm to 5pm

•         Tuesday 12th December – 9:30am to 2:30pm (1-hour lunch break)

To register your interest in the above courses, please email public.health@merton.gov.uk with the heading "Mental Health First Aid Awareness Training." Include the course date you are interested in attending, your name, company/volunteering organisation, job title (if employed) or role (if volunteer), contact phone number, and email address.


Are you 13-19 years old (or up to 25 if you have additional needs) and live, work or go to secondary school in East Merton?

Would you like to improve your mental wellbeing or need support with being a healthy weight?

For more information on the young person social prescribing service, please Click Here


Merton Libraries will be celebrating Black History Month - throughout October with a wide range of events and activities, including story time sessions for children, writing workshops for adults, film screenings and walks. All activities are free but need to be booked. 

For more information, please Click Here


Stoptober -Quit smoking this October with a bit of help from One You Merton and tips from Better Health to help you on the journey. For more information, please Click Here


Wilson Wellbeing Opportunities - To find out more about the Wilson Wellbeing Hub and the upcoming events, which include clothing bank coffee mornings and a self-care and relaxation workshop, please Click Here 


Help with the cost of living - The cost of living is an urgent problem for many Merton residents. For guidance and support, please Click Here


Merton Uplift - offer Wellbeing workshops covering topics such as: Coping with Stress, Improving Sleep, Managing anger and irritability, Relaxation techniques, Building self-confidence, Understanding anxiety, Wellbeing for carers, Living well with chronic pain and many more on a weekly basis. They are free, quick and simple to access with no waiting list. To find out what is on in October please Click Here


Can help to connect you to the support you need in your community.

If you, or someone you know, needs help please email help@mertoncommunityhub.org.uk or call 0208 066 4086, between 10am and 4pm, Monday to Friday. For more info, Click Here


Get winter strong Come forward for your flu and COVID-19 vaccinations if eligible. 

More info on eligibility and how to book, please Click Here

 

Other News/Reports/Opportunities and Other Bulletins

 

 

VOLUNTEER ALERT - Merton Connected seeks a committed, experienced individual to join the Board as Chair. For more information, please Click Here


The impact of waiting: the stories behind the numbers.  With the NHS under immense pressure, Healthwatch England look at the impact that waiting for a diagnosis, test, or treatment can have on individuals and some of the potential solutions that might help. To read, please Click Here


Carers Support Merton Bulletin - For information on support and opportunities available for unpaid carers, read Carers Support Merton most recent bulletin, please Click Here


South West London Integrated Care System Bulletin - for the latest news, updates and more, please Click Here


NICE News for Health and Social Care - latest news, features and guidance. To view their recent bulletin, please Click Here


National Survivor User Network - for the latest bulletin full of news, views, events, involvement opportunities and more, please Click Here

 


 

 
 

 
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