Cost of Living Support Programme
2024-03-28 09:30 - 13:30, 2024-04-04 09:30 - 13:30, 2024-04-11 09:30 - 13:30, 2024-04-18 09:30 - 13:30, 2024-04-25 09:30 - 13:30, 2024-05-02 09:30 - 13:30, 2024-05-09 09:30 - 13:30, 2024-05-16 09:30 - 13:30 UTC and 17 more dates | Brasshouse Community Centre
Cost of Living Support Programme

Do you need some additional support to help you to cope with the cost of living crisis?
We are offering a free and confidential service:

Benefits and debt advice
Energy advice
Help with budgeting
Employment support
Help to get online

All in a single service, provided by trained and experienced advice workers from Sandwell Consortium and Citizens Advice Sandwell & Walsall. (Access to a female advisor is available)
We want to help you to have a real change in your financial circumstances through an increase in your household income and a reduction in your household expenditure.

Strength and Balance Classes for 50+
2024-05-28 13:00 - 15:00
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.
Do you want to improve your strength and balance and increase your physical activity? Are you worried about low bone density and osteoporosis?
If so they offer:

Detailed assessment of your falls risk
strength and balance exercise programme to incorporate into your everyday routine
initial home assessment for hazards and falls risks
vision, medication and footwear checks

Sandwell Falls Prevention Exercise - A Falls Free Life
2024-09-03 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-09-10 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

G FORCE MARTIAL ARTS KICKBOXING
2024-09-07 09:00 - 13:00
Martial Arts For All The Family in Smethwick
GAIN CONFIDENCE, LEARN A SKILL , GET FIT, FEEL AMAZING!
Discover how to stay safe while having fun with G Force! Start your journey towards better personal defence with our family-friendly martial arts classes.
(CHARGES APPLY)
Martial Arts Programmes include
Titans (4-6 years age group) – This younger children’s programme is intended to get them into martial arts while also having fun and learning how their body moves.
G Force Juniors (7-12 years age group) – Designed to develop children in the key areas of life with CONFIDENCE, RESPECT, DISCIPLINE, COURAGE & MOTIVATION while learning to protect themselves in a FUN & FRIENDLY environment …
G Force Adults (13+ age group) – Supporting adults in achieving their mental and physical potential. They offer a safe and positive atmosphere in which you can meet your goals, whether you’re looking for physical fitness, self-defence, or an athletic social outlet.
G Force Ladies Only (18+ age group) – G Force Ladies Classes are fantastic for helping women of all ages and ability improve their HEALTH & FITNESS while also building confidence and a more POSITIVE MINDSET in a FUN and friendly supportive environment.

Open Heart Sewing Circle
2024-09-11 18:00 - 20:30
Open Heart Sewing Circle are community focussed creative sessions, that tackle the impacts of loneliness and isolation and friendship building through sewing.
Join Janet Douglas of Feed My Creative, an Award winning entrepreneur for a fun interactive and practical course that that is ideal for people wanting to 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.
