My life, in a book
If there was ever a book that speaks to a child so clearly; that prompts conversation and that encourages emotion; and that’s rarely left on the shelf to gather dust, it’s my life story
Features
“I change lives, not just clothes” – Chris, on why he loves being a care and support worker
After working as a gardener for 12 years, Chris decided to change careers and become a support worker.
He knew he wanted a job where he could support people to live their lives the way they wanted to, and hoped he could also contribute to changing their lives.
Staying active for better mental health
Mental wellbeing affects so many people yet it is still surrounded by stigma. Here two men break down the barriers and talk about the subject, and how staying active is so important.
Posted on: 29 September 2016 | Posted in: Health and Wellbeing
Making the most of our natural health service
Meet the woman behind a poster campaign to encourage people to enjoy being healthy outdoors. Pauline is an exceptional role model for those of us who want to feel a bit healthier and have a more positive approach to life.
Posted on: 17 June 2016 | Posted in: Health and Wellbeing
Four Rivers Dementia Alliance makes a splash in South Hams
An exciting initiative in the South Hams has created a wide-reaching network of dementia-friendly communities. The Four Rivers Dementia Alliance aims to improve the inclusivity of rural areas around the Avon, Erme, Plym and Yealm Rivers
Posted on: 20 May 2016 | Posted in: Health and Wellbeing
The memory café and the secondary school
Colyton and Colyford Memory Café is a great example of how all generations in a rural community have come together to create a fun, social occasion for people living with dementia and their carers
Posted on: 19 May 2016 | Posted in: Health and Wellbeing
An amble not a ramble: the memory café walking group
A new partnership in Honiton is helping people with dementia enjoy a fun and healthy leisure activity
Posted on: 18 May 2016 | Posted in: Health and Wellbeing
How a reading group helps people with dementia
“Catford! Catford! It was just like that in Catford in 1947…” The woman who called out had been sitting quietly and seemingly, disconnected, from the rest of the reading group.
Posted on: 17 May 2016 | Posted in: Health and Wellbeing
Helping Barnstaple become Dementia Friendly
Barnstaple Dementia Action Alliance has a clear plan: to work collaboratively to make the town more accessible and inclusive for people living with dementia and their families
Posted on: 16 May 2016 | Posted in: Health and Wellbeing
Meet Siân Walker – new Chair for Devon Safeguarding Adults Board
Siân is driven by a passion for ensuring all services to vulnerable people are person-centred, easy to access and importantly promote independence, whilst ensuring people are safe.
Posted on: 21 April 2016 | Posted in: Health and Wellbeing
