E-Bulletin - August 2022
 

 

 

  

Have your Say

 

Healthwatch Merton - are very pleased to announce that they will be launching a new youth project to help young people's views on Health and Social Care be heard across the Borough, and would love to hear from anyone aged 13-17 who is interested in volunteering to speak to other young people, or with decision-makers, or to the public via social media and other communication methods. Use your skills, or build on them with us, support will be provided and we will make sure to have fun along the way!

 

Please spread the word within your networks and ask anyone who wants more information to contact Erin on erin@healthwatchmerton.co.uk


General Dental Council - Would like your views on their plans for the next three years. To find out more and share your views by Tuesday September 6th, please Click Here


Help develop a new mental health strategy for South West London - Share your views before the deadline on Wednesday 31st August and be in with a chance of winning a £50 voucher.

For more information, please, Click Here

 

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

                               

 

FREE Workshops from Wimbledon Guild

 

Where Did I Leave My Keys? - Tuesday 13th September, 10-11.30am

FREE Dementia information session at Wimbledon Guild.

Learn the difference between forgetfulness and dementia with Andrea from Alzheimer’s Society, plus what to look out for and why it's good to seek advice early. A GP from The Nelson Medical Practice will cover what you can expect when you seek help and answer any questions you may have.

 

To book, email activities@wimbledonguild.co.uk or call 020 8946 0735.

 

FREE 6-week Cookery course at Wimbledon Guild - starting Friday 16th September

Can't cook? If you’d like to learn how to make simple, healthy meals with a professional chef, then get in touch. This 6-week course is FREE with classes every Friday from 10.30am – 1pm at Wimbledon Guild’s HomeFood Café.

 

To book, please email epeli@wimbledonguild.co.uk or call 020 8946 0735.

 

5 ways to wellbeing - Tuesday 20th September, 10-11.30am

Join Wimbledon Guild for a FREE workshop covering the 5 ways of wellbeing - a great evidence-based way to improve our mental and physical wellbeing. They are Connecting, Being Active, Learning, Giving and Taking Notice. This workshop will explore the 5 ways to wellbeing and how we can incorporate them into our own lives.

 

To book, email activities@wimbledonguild.co.uk or call 020 8946 0735.

 

To find out more of what is happening at Wimbledon Guild between August-October download their What's On Guide, please Click Here


Self-Care and Relaxation Workshop - Tuesday 13th September, 10:30-12:00pm 

Free workshop ran by Merton Uplift at Raynes Park Library, SW20 8BA.

For information, please Click Here


Mental Health and Money Advice - A new hub where you can find information about how you can maintain your mental wellbeing at this time, alongside information on how to manage your money as your bills rise. please, Click Here


Grassroots work builds stronger, healthier communities - A weekly play group is helping Polish and Eastern European families to understand and access health and care services in Merton and Wandsworth. For more information, please Click Here


Help with the cost of living - Merton Council's page lists guidance and support to help you stay well, keep the lights on and pay the bills. For more information, please Click Here


Living with Long COVID - Free online 3-part workshop - Tuesdays: 27th September, 4th & 11th October, 11.00 - 12.30 (on Microsoft Teams). For more information, please Click Here


Carers Emergency Plan - As a Carer it is important to put together an emergency plan in case something happens and you may not be able to support the person you care for.

Carers Support Merton has a template you can use to do this, 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


Covid-19 vaccination clinics - across South West London are providing 1st, 2nd, booster, and spring booster vaccinations along with vaccinations for 5-11 year olds.  To find out more information on these clinics including locations and opening hours, please Click Here


Latest COVID-19 information: on the Merton Council website, please Click Here


 

Other News/Reports/Opportunities and Other Bulletins

 

Long Covid: How is your feedback making care better? - The NHS has announced a new plan and more money to improve support for Long Covid. Find out how the experiences you shared helped make the difference. For more information, please Click Here


What is monkeypox and who can get a vaccine? - Find out the signs and symptoms of monkeypox, what to do if you think you have it and who is eligible for a vaccine.

For more information, Please Click Here

 

LOCAL JOB ALERTS

 

The National Trust @ Morden Hall Park - have paid opportunities for young people, aged 16-25, for some part time work on a project coming up at Morden Hall Park. 

 

People do not need an existing interest in nature/environment – it’s all about getting people’s stories, and the young people will be trained and paid to do this.

 

To find out more about the Researcher role, please Click Here

For information on the Event Producer role, please Click Here

 

The deadline for both roles is September 2nd.


LOCAL FUNDING OPPORTUNITY

 

Meet the Funder Workshop- An informative workshop to find out more and support applications to the Wimbledon Foundation Community Fund.

 

For more information, please Click Here


STEM 4 - a charity that supports positive mental health in teenagers. 

 

For their most recent e-bulletin and to find out more about Youth Mental Health Day on September 19th, please Click Here


NICE News for Health and Social Care - latest news, features and guidance.

To view their recent bulletin, please Click Here


 

 

For quick and easy health advice – visit your local pharmacy

Pharmacists are medically trained experts in a variety of areas and can help with lots of common conditions. For more information on what they can help with, please Click Here

 

 
 

 
  Visit 
www.healthwatchmerton.co.uk for information about what we do. 

  Registered office:


Vestry Hall
London Road
Mitcham
Merton, CR4 3UD
United Kingdom

  Healthwatch Merton Tel:  020 8685 2282 email: info@healthwatchmerton.co.uk

  Healthwatch Merton contract is managed by Merton Connected. Merton Connected is the trading name of Merton Voluntary Service Council

 (MVSC), a Company Limited by Guarantee No. 4164949, registered in England and Wales and a Registered Charity number 1085867.
 

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