North Smethwick Development Trust

Welcome Space - Staying warm and well this winter
2025-11-18 09:00 - 16:00 UTC | Brasshouse Community Centre
We are now part of the Sandwell Council Welcoming Spaces programme – providing a welcoming space to everyone on:
Monday to Friday – 9.00am to 4.00pm
This is open to individuals and families.
Whilst with us you will receive (as a minimum):
– A warm welcome
– A winter warm pack if needed (subject to availability)
– A safe space (where you will be treated with dignity, respect and confidentiality)
– Free hot drinks
– Information, resources and guidance on keeping warm, tackling the cost of living etc.
In line with our ethos of community, people and support you may also want to make use of our additional services, but there is no obligation to do so.
Please note: Children have to be supervised at all times.

The Aman Group
2025-11-18 10:00 - 12:00
Improving women’s (predominately South Asian Women) holistic wellbeing, through gentle exercise, informed sessions, trips out, befriending, relieving stress and anxiety, improving relationships, creating life balances, mindfulness, self-improvement, positive thinking and career support.

Creative Sewing Classes
2025-11-18 10:00 - 13:00
Join Alison of “Make Good Arts” for a fun interactive and practical course that that is ideal for people wanting to learn a new skills or refresh those skills, make friends, feel connected to others, feel less lonely and share conversations. No experience needed full support to learn is provided.

Gaining confidence in using a sewing machine?
Refreshing your sewing skills?
Making a series of practical items in a structured programme of activities either for yourself, or sew for other good causes?

Spaces are limited, so booking is essential. Refreshments provided.
This activity is made possible through the generosity of Harborne Parish Lands Charity

Sandwell Falls Prevention Exercise - A Falls Free Life
2025-11-18 13:00 - 14:00
Falling down can be frightening. A fall can cause injury and create a situation where a person’s confidence is shaken.
The Falls Prevention Exercise Programme is a free service aimed at preventing falls in those aged 50+ or have mobility/balance issues.
What is it?
We offer a 12-week safe exercise programme at one of our community venues across Sandwell.
These exercises are designed to improve your mobility, balance and strength.
If you are unable to attend one of our community sessions, we can provide a workbook for you to exercise safely at home.
The team will also provide Information, Advice and Guidance on ways to prevent falls and maintain your mobility and balance.
The service will also refer you to the other community support services available if necessary.

Eligibility

Eligibility

Aged 50 and over
Sandwell resident or registered with a GP in Sandwell

Inclusion Criteria (1 or more of the following):

Fear of Falling
Feeling unstable
History of Falls (injurious and non-injurious)
Low bone density and/or family history of osteoporotic fracture.
Be able to stand independently with/without walking aid
Be able to mobilise independently with/without walking aid

Exclusions

GP has said that you have a heart condition and has recommended only medically-approved physical activity.
Pain
Angina
Acute systemic illness (cancer)
Visual or vestibular disturbances
Significant drop in BP during exercise
Unstable or acute heart failure
Unable to maintain seated upright posture
Impaired cognition
Diagnosis of dementia
