IRU - Monday 7th November 2022
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Pop-up Covid-19 vaccination clinics in Romiley and Offerton
Message from Andy Callaghan (NHS Greater Manchester)
The pop-up Covid-19 vaccination clinics are in Romiley and Offerton next week (full details in the table below). Practices are encouraged to promote these clinics through their own channels, especially practices in these areas. Social media posts are available to cut and paste from the schedule produced by the Communications and Engagement Team on the Practice Hub here. The full list of pop-up clinics scheduled in November and December can be found here, with various locations across Stockport.
Pop Up Covid-19 Vaccination Clinics
For Anyone 12+ and eligible
Wednesday, 9 November, 9.30am – 2.30pm
Underhill Centre, Chichester Road, Romiley, SK6 4BL
Thursday, 10 November, 9.30am – 2.30pm
Stockport Lads Club, Hempshaw Lane, Offerton, SK1 4NT
One Stockport Hub and Trinity Methodist Church Covid-19 vaccination clinics remain open
One Stockport Hub and Trinity Methodist Church Covid-19 vaccination clinics remain open and the latest opening times can be found on the Stockport Council website
Who I am Matters – A report into the experiences of being in hospital for people with a learning disability and autistic people
Message from Care Quality Commission
We have published a report on the experiences of being in hospital for people with a learning disability and autistic people. It is a stark reminder that people with a learning disability and autistic people are still not getting the care they need, when they need it and shines a light on the impact these failings have on people and their families.
Qwell fact leaflet and sign up information
Qwell offers free, safe and anonymous mental wellbeing support for adults (age 26 and over) across the UK. The sister site to Kooth, which is for those aged 10 to 25, Qwell has a variety of online support options to meet the needs of its users including:
- Online messaging: The messaging feature allows you to reach out directly to a professional. The Qwell team also uses messages to connect with anyone who may need additional support.
- Booked and drop-in chat: The online chat functionality allows you to receive professional support through booked or drop-in sessions, as and when you need it.
- Therapeutic content: The site hosts hundreds of pieces of therapeutic content created by our online community and professional content team.
- Community support: Qwell’s peer to peer forums are moderated to maximise safety and allow people to discuss issues together in a facilitated environment.
- Personal development tools: A suite of self-help tools offer the ability to create journals, track your mood and set goals.
Anyone in Greater Manchester can sign up to Qwell for free on its website
Stockport PANDAS – new support group for parents suffering from pre and post-natal depression
Message from Claire (Stockport PANDAS)
The group supports families coping with perinatal (conception, birth & beyond) mental illness. We are affiliated with the PANDAS charity. Website:
Visit the PANDAS Foundation UK website
The first meeting is on the 22nd November, 7pm to 8:30pm and they will be held at Woodbank Young People's Center, Turncroft Ln, Offerton, Stockport SK1 4BN. To book on they just need to visit the below link:
And visit our social media pages for meeting information.
If users have any questions or concerns, they are welcome to message the page. There is plenty of parking right next to the venue. They also do not have to have a diagnosed perinatal mental health condition to come to our meets. It is for all parents along their journey, even if they just want some space!
Warm and Well in Stockport
Warm spaces in Stockport
Over 100 warm spaces in Stockport are launching on 1 November: these are spaces where anyone can drop in and relax, without any pressure to buy or join in with something. These spaces will be open across the winter, until March 2023. Many will be offering activities, free Wi-Fi and free food and drink.
Interactive Map
You can use the interactive map to explore opening times and what’s available in each space.
Order printed materials
A range of printed materials that signpost to the warm spaces and cost of living support are now available to order for free.
Newsletter
Moving forward, the council will be sending regular updates regarding warm spaces and cost of living information through their email newsletter. To join this newsletter, visit the council website, add your email at the bottom of the homepage, and make sure ‘Warm Space & Cost of Living Updates for Providers’ is ticked.
Add your warm spaces and events
If you would like to register your organisation as a warm space (or make any adjustments to the interactive map), please contact the Stockport Local team. If you have an activity or event coming up, please add it to the map. These will also be promoted as part of the warm spaces project.
Do you have a child who is short-sighted, or think they may become short-sighted in the future?
Staff at the University of Bradford want to hear your (and your children’s) views on short-sightedness and the new ways we can manage it. We have an online discussion group running on Tuesday 29th November 6:30-8:30pm, which will give you information about what short-sightedness is, why it happens, and what methods can be used to stop it getting worse. The discussion group is currently only open to UK residents and includes children up to the age of 18. If interested, please follow this link: https://forms.office.com/r/QqxRpZzdbD. Should you have any questions, or are interested but cannot attend this date, please email myopia-research@bradford.ac.uk to be considered for future meetings.
Menopause in Mind
Message from Lizzie Austin (Pure Innovations)
Please find attached the info on the new Menopause Peer Support group in Stockport.
It is a great, friendly space for people who is looking for info and a relaxed chat around everything menopause!
The group takes place every Friday at Pure’s Windmill Café at Stockport Homes, Cornerstone, Edward Street from 10am -12pm
World Diabetes Day 14 November 2022
Message from Lisa Holland (Diabetes UK)
It’s less than two weeks until Monday 14th November which is World Diabetes Day. This year Diabetes UK will be asking our community to help us #rewritethestory for people living with and at risk of diabetes in a number of ways.
- Firstly we’ll be continuing our #NailingDiabetes awareness campaign and asking people to paint their nails blue for diabetes and share across social media. You can sign up for the initiative here: Nailing Diabetes | Get involved in Fundraising | Diabetes UK Or just take part on the day
- We’re also relaunching our ‘4T’s’ campaign to help raise awareness of the main symptoms of type 1 diabetes in children and adults. You can find out more information about the 4Ts here, or order posters, T shirts from our online Shop.
- Launching on 1 November, alongside Tesco, we’ve set a goal to inspire 1 million people to find out their risk of developing type 2 diabetes by World Diabetes Day 2023. We’re asking our community to help us spread the word and encourage their loved ones to find out their risk online or in their local Tesco pharmacy.
I’ve attached some images which may be helpful for your social media and communications channels. You can find further information at https://www.diabetes.org.uk/get_involved/world-diabetes-day if there’s anything else you need, please do just let me know. You can also contact our Communications Manager for the North of England, Carmel on 07738 545108 or email carmel.ganner@diabetes.org.uk
Cost of living crisis statement by SignHealth
SignHealth are a passionate and caring Deaf-led team working towards a future where there are no barriers to good health and wellbeing for Deaf people, they partner with the NHS and service providers across the country.
November No Problem at re:dish
Message from Lynn Brandwood (re:dish)
During November Re:dish are hosting a series of workshops / drop ins to support people through the cost of living crisis. Topics include energy advice, debt management, employment advice and also include your coffee morning on 30th Nov with more being added. We are also running 2 Free courses in conjunction with Broadstones school offering DIY and hair & beauty skills for adults.
Caring and Sharing Supportive Workshop for people who Clutter
Message from David Richards (SPARC)
This workshop is ran by SPARC's counselling service in partnership with Age UK, Stockport.
We are running 6 face to face workshops at Commonweal, Age UK, Stockport starting today (Monday 7th November, from 2pm till 3pm!)
It is open to anybody who lives in Stockport, aged 18+ who clutters and/or feels overwhelmed by their clutter.
Why Male Loneliness Matters
Message from Adele Owen (NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care)
This month is Men’s Health Month and our next ‘Shining a Light on Suicide’ event takes place on the 17th November 7-9pm.
Zoom Together
Message from Ellie Uwin (Pure Innovations)
Every Wednesday at 2pm
Zoom together is a friendship group open to men and women looking to meet new people and make new friends. Some things we do are:
- Fun quizzes every week
- Friendly chit chat and banter
- Meet new people in the comfort of your own home
Please email babs_cunliffe@sky.com for the meeting link or contact the community hub on communityhub@pureinnovations.co.uk or 0161 804 4416 for more information.
Rugby League Panel discussion
Message from Michelle Shine (Stockport Libraries)
If anyone out there is feeling a bit sporty or enjoys some serious banter then book your spot for the Rugby League Panel Discussion at Stockport Central Library on Tuesday 15th November 6-7.30pm. Just when you think it can’t get any better you will, as well as brews and biscuits, get an amazing Rugby stress ball, WOW!
Signpost for Carers November Activities
Message from Briony Farrell (Signpost for Carers)
See poster for details
November virtual support groups from Bowel Cancer UK
Message from Sarah Wix (Bowel Cancer UK)
I wanted to get in touch and let you know that we will be running new Chat Together sessions for all those affected by bowel cancer this November. The virtual Chat Together sessions will start w/c 14 November across the following times and themes:
We’ll be running the following Chat Together in November, weekly over 6 weeks:
- Advance bowel cancer Monday 14 November 12-1pm
- Younger People (50 and under) Wednesday 16 November 1- 2pm
- Friends and Family – a caregivers support group Thursday 17 November 1-2pm
- Living with a stoma Thursday 17 November 7-8pm
The link to register and find out more information is: Chat Together | Bowel Cancer UK
Chat Together is a welcoming place to talk to others with bowel cancer and to meet new people. It's a chance to share experiences in a friendly, supportive and informal environment.
Patients can join a free one-hour weekly call on Zoom, over six weeks, with a small group of other people who are affected by bowel cancer.
Enterprising Stockport: National Social Enterprise Day
Message from Simone Callaghan (Goodness Collective)
Stockport plays host to a wide variety of Social Enterprises who invest their profits into doing social good. From those using arts & crafts to inspire their communities to those getting us moving for a healthier mind and body.
Social Enterprise Day is a chance to celebrate local enterprises. It's set to be a jam-packed day featuring opportunities to trial woodworking, jewellery making, photography and more family friendly activities. Plus of course the chance to meet the Social Entrepreneurs making a living doing what they love and supporting their community in the process. There'll be lots of opportunities to ask questions about how they got to where they are.
Most of the events are drop-in, no ticket required, those that require pre-registration are clearly marked.
More info and booking (required for some of the events) available
Reminders
Healthwatch Stockport Coffee Morning with re:dish
re:dish, 2 Gorton Rd, Reddish, Stockport SK5 6AE
Wednesday 30th November, 2022 - 10:30 to 12:00
Christmas Coffee Morning with Stockport Advocacy
Healthwatch Stockport, Land O' Cakes, 48 Middle Hillgate, Stockport SK1 3DL
Wednesday 14th December, 2022 - 10:30 to 12:00
Advocacy Awareness Week 2022 with Stockport Advocacy
Stockport Advocacy, Land O’Cakes, 48 Middle Hillgate, Stockport. SK1 3DL
Wednesday 9th November 2022, 1.30PM-3.30PM
Disability Stockport Networking Event 2022
Disability Stockport, 23 High St, Stockport SK1 1EG
Friday 2nd December 2022, 10.00am - 2.30pm
[Opportunity] Dementia United
Rachel Ann Wright (NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care)
Trafford and Wigan councils have come together with Dementia United and GreaterSport to fund an exciting piece of work which will empower community groups, businesses and leisure providers to support people living with cognitive impairment and dementia in their communities. Working in partnership, Made by Mortals and Together Dementia Support have developed an immersive training experience co-produced and shaped by people living with dementia and their care partners. The complete training package can be accessed below. The resource includes an immersive audio experience and PDF training materials. Dementia United are currently seeking expressions of interest from groups and organisations who would like to work with them to coordinate a train the trainer package for their staff or volunteers. This will include a 3 to 4-hour workshop hosted by instructors with significant training and dementia experience and individuals who have lived experience of dementia.
GP Access Survey
If you have visited or contacted a Stockport GP practice over the past 12 months, we want to hear about your experience.
So far over 500 people have commented on their experience at their GP. Join the growing list of survey respondents and help us better understand what is working well and what not so much.
Tell us your story of maternal mental health care
Pregnancy is a major life event for any family. It can be joyful and fulfilling but also challenging.
With one in four women experiencing mental health problems during pregnancy and in the first year following the birth of a child, support from maternity services can significantly impact their mental health and wellbeing.
Healthwatch have launched a national survey to understand better what is working and what needs improving for people who develop mental health difficulties relating to their maternity experience.
Our national survey aims to give you the opportunity to share your views and experiences to help us better understand what is working and what needs improving for new parents. For instance, we want to know whether the support you received for your mental health during pregnancy and birth met your needs. We also want to see if you had your six-week postnatal check-up and what it was like.
Signpost for Carers
Working & Caring: Your October update
Care Quality Commission
CQC is changing: Upcoming webinar series
CQC update for healthcare professionals
Sector3
GMCVO
GMCVO eBulletin - November 2022
Greater Manchester's Hidden Talent - New evaluation report: Greater Manchester's Hidden Talent
Research ebulletin - October 2022
Stockport Council
Embracing Digital Skills – the importance of building digital confidence in the workplace and beyond - Digital Stockport
Building a world class digital city-region on the LFFN foundations - Digital Stockport
Greater Manchester and Eastern Cheshire Strategic Clinical Networks
Healthline
Prunes May Help Preserve Bone Mass, Fight Inflammation
How Snacking on Almonds Can Boost Gut Health
9 Health Benefits of Vitamin B12, Based on Science
Men's Health Forum
Employers for Carers
Manchester Evening News
MyStockport - Thursday 3rd November 2022
LGBTQ+ Bulletin - Thursday 3rd November 2022
WHO
WHO Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) Situational Report – 28 October 2022
Information and Signposting
For up to date health and social care information, signposting and guidance call Healthwatch Stockport on
0161 974 0753 10am - 2pm or email info@healthwatchstockport.co.uk
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Do you have a health or social care experience you want to share – how did your last appointment with your GP or dentist go? Are you happy or frustrated with the service you received – let us know so we can work with local services to influence better commissioners and better outcomes for you and your family.
