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SUMMARY:Cost of Living Advice and Support
DESCRIPTION:Free Community Advice and Support. \nWe are offering a free and confidential support service to help you take control of your situation.  Services include: \n\nBenefits Advice\nDebt Advice\nEnergy Advice\nBudgeting Advice\nEmployment Support\nDigital Skills
URL:https://nsdt.org.uk/event/cost-of-living-advice-and-support/2026-05-12/
LOCATION:Brasshouse Community Centre
CATEGORIES:Digital Inclusion,Digital/Computer Skills,Employment,Financial Support
ORGANIZER;CN="NSDT - Brasshouse Community Centre (Brasshouse Lane%2C Smethwick%2C West Midlands%2C B66 1BA (Sat Nav Users B66 1BQ))":MAILTO:info@nsdt.org.uk
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SUMMARY:The Aman Group
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://nsdt.org.uk/event/the-aman-group-2023-10-03-2026-03-31/2026-05-12/
LOCATION:Brasshouse Community Centre
CATEGORIES:Health and wellbeing,Older People,Women's Activities
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SUMMARY:Creative Sewing Classes
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\nGaining confidence in using a sewing machine?\nRefreshing your sewing skills?\nMaking a series of practical items in a structured programme of activities either for yourself\, or sew for other good causes?\n\nSpaces are limited\, so booking is essential.  Refreshments provided. \nThis activity is made possible through the generosity of Harborne Parish Lands Charity
URL:https://nsdt.org.uk/event/creative-sewing-classes/2026-05-12/
LOCATION:Brasshouse Community Centre
CATEGORIES:Arts,Creative Activities,Mental Health,Older People,Warm Spaces
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSDT - Brasshouse Community Centre (Brasshouse Lane%2C Smethwick%2C West Midlands%2C B66 1BA (Sat Nav Users B66 1BQ))":MAILTO:info@nsdt.org.uk
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SUMMARY:Brasshouse Community Kitchen - Free Meals
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Sandwell resident and in need of a hot meal? \nThen join us every Tuesday between 12:30pm and 2.00pm to share a FREE hot meals\, drink\, activities and socialise. \n(Food will be served between 12:45 and 1.30pm. \nThis project is made possible\, thanks to funding from Sandwell Council.
URL:https://nsdt.org.uk/event/brasshouse-community-kitchen-free-meals/2026-05-12/
LOCATION:Brasshouse Community Centre
CATEGORIES:Adults activities,Children & Young People,Community,Community Events,Financial Support,Food Provision,Health and wellbeing,Men's Activities,Mental Health,Older People,Parent & Babies,Parent & Toddlers,Recreational Activities,Warm Spaces
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ORGANIZER;CN="NSDT - Brasshouse Community Centre (Brasshouse Lane%2C Smethwick%2C West Midlands%2C B66 1BA (Sat Nav Users B66 1BQ))":MAILTO:info@nsdt.org.uk
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DTSTAMP:20260106T121047Z
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SUMMARY:Sandwell Falls Prevention Exercise - A Falls Free Life
DESCRIPTION:Falling down can be frightening. A fall can cause injury and create a situation where a person’s confidence is shaken. \nThe Falls Prevention Exercise Programme is a free service aimed at preventing falls in those aged 50+ or have mobility/balance issues. \nWhat is it?\nWe offer a 12-week safe exercise programme at one of our community venues across Sandwell. \nThese exercises are designed to improve your mobility\, balance and strength. \nIf you are unable to attend one of our community sessions\, we can provide a workbook for you to exercise safely at home. \nThe team will also provide Information\, Advice and Guidance on ways to prevent falls and maintain your mobility and balance. \nThe service will also refer you to the other community support services available if necessary. \nEligibility\n\n\n\nEligibility\n\nAged 50 and over\nSandwell resident or registered with a GP in Sandwell\n\nInclusion Criteria (1 or more of the following): \n\nFear of Falling\nFeeling unstable\nHistory of Falls (injurious and non-injurious)\nLow bone density and/or family history of osteoporotic fracture.\nBe able to stand independently with/without walking aid\nBe able to mobilise independently with/without walking aid\n\nExclusions \n\nGP has said that you have a heart condition and has recommended only medically-approved physical activity.\nPain\nAngina\nAcute systemic illness (cancer)\nVisual or vestibular disturbances\nSignificant drop in BP during exercise\nUnstable or acute heart failure\nUnable to maintain seated upright posture\nImpaired cognition\nDiagnosis of dementia\n\n 
URL:https://nsdt.org.uk/event/sandwell-falls-prevention-exercise-a-falls-free-life/2026-05-12/
LOCATION:Brasshouse Community Centre
CATEGORIES:Gentle exercise,Health and wellbeing,Older People
ORGANIZER;CN="Age UK Sandwell":MAILTO:sandwellfallsprevention@ageuksandwell.org.uk
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SUMMARY:Strength and Balance Classes for 50+
DESCRIPTION:FallsFree4Life is aimed at preventing falls in those aged 50 and over or have mobility issues and live or are registered with a GP surgery in Sandwell. This is achieved by reaching out into the community to identify those that may be at a medium risk of falling often without knowing it. \nDo you want to improve your strength and balance and increase your physical activity? Are you worried about low bone density and osteoporosis? \nIf so they offer: \n\nDetailed assessment of your falls risk\nstrength and balance exercise programme to incorporate into your everyday routine\ninitial home assessment for hazards and falls risks\nvision\, medication and footwear checks\n\n 
URL:https://nsdt.org.uk/event/strength-and-balance-classes-for-50/2026-05-12/
LOCATION:Brasshouse Community Centre
CATEGORIES:Adults activities,Gentle Exercise,Gentle exercise,Health and wellbeing,Men's Activities,Older People,Women's Activities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Falls Free 4 Life":MAILTO:fallsfree.sandwell.nhs.net
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