healthwatchwirral.co.uk · Web viewAbout The Livewell Programme: supports local people to make positive lifestyle changes. get more active. eat healthier. quit smoking . lose weight

About The Livewell Programme: supports local people to make positive lifestyle changes

o get more activeo eat healthiero quit smoking o lose weight o relax and unwind

encourages people to get involved in local activities and courses near to where they live helps people reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease (e.g. stroke) supports local organisations and workplaces with training, advice and resources around health

and wellbeing promotion

How can people find out more about the free courses and activities and access them? Option 1Read about the list of free activities and courses on the following pages. Most sessions do not require booking so people can just turn up.

Option 2 Call the team on 0151 630 8383Monday - Thursday, 8.30am - 6.00pmFriday, 8.30am - 5.00pm

Option 3 Visit www.wirralct.nhs.uk

Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter @wirralct

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HEALTH TRAINER SESSIONSHave a free lifestyle assessment with a health trainer to see what support you could benefit from. Your health trainer can give you information about activities and courses to help you make that first step to a healthier lifestyle. Just drop in to speak to a health trainer (or call 0151 630 8383 to make an appointment, if required)

Mondays3.30pm – 5.30pm(appointments only)

Fender Way Health Centre,Fender Way, Prenton, MerseysideCH43 9QSCall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

BEECHWOOD

Tuesdays starting 7th April10.00am – 12.00noonFridays starting 10th April11.30am – 1.30pm(appointments only)

The Quays, 38-44 Woodside Business Park, Shore Road,Birkenhead,CH41 1ELCall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

BIRKENHEAD

Mondays10.00am – 12.00noon(appointments only)

Birkenhead Central Library,Computer Room,Borough Road,BirkenheadCH41 2XBCall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

BIRKENHEAD

Fridays2.00pm – 4.00pm(appointments only)

Birkenhead One Stop Shop,Conway Street (opposite bus station)BirkenheadCH41 6JDCall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

BIRKENHEAD


Rowlands Pharmacy,Princes Pavement (near Argos)BirkenheadCH41 2XYCall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

BIRKENHEAD


St. James CentreLaird StreetBirkenheadCH41 7ALCall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

BIRKENHEAD

Tuesdays8.30am – 12.00noon(appointments only)

Cavendish Medical Centre,Birkenhead Medical Building, 31 Laird St, Birkenhead, Merseyside, CH41 8DBCall Cavendish Medical Centre to book an appointment*please note you must be registered with this GP practice to attend this session.Please book through practice reception staff

BIRKENHEAD

Mondays9.30am – 12.00noon

Tomorrows Women WirralSt Laurence’s School

BIRKENHEAD

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(drop in) Beckwith Street EastBirkenheadCH41 3JE

Mondays09.15am – 12.15pm(appointments only)

Eastham One Stop ShopMill Park Drive (at the front of library)EasthamCH62 9GBCall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

EASTHAM

Tuesdays2.00pm – 5.00pm(appointments only)

Rowlands Pharmacy2a Chadwick StreetMoretonCH46 7TECall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

MORETON

Thursdays9.30am – 12.30pm(appointments only)

Moreton Health Clinic8-14 Chadwick StMoretonCH46 7XACall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

MORETON

Wednesdays4.30pm – 7.00pm(appointments only)

Moreton Health Clinic8-14 Chadwick StMoretonCH46 7XACall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

MORETON

Thursdays2.00pm – 4.00pm(appointments only)

Moreton LibraryPasture RoadMoretonCH46 8SACall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

MORETON

Fridays9.15am – 11.30am(appointments only)

New Ferry Children’s CentreGrove St School (opposite Village Hall)Gratrix RdCH62 7BWCall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

NEW FERRY

Every other Monday Prenton Medical Centre518 Woodchurch RdBirkenheadPrentonMerseysideCH43 0TS(Patients only, please call the surgery for appointment – 0151 608 7666)

PRENTON

Fridays9.15am – 11.15amorWednesday17:15 – 17:45(appointments only)

Rock Ferry Library/One Stop ShopUrban VillageOld Chester RdCH42 3TDCall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

ROCK FERRY

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Wednesdays alternative weeks2.00pm – 4.30pmorThursdays5.15pm – 6.45pm(appointments only)

Gladstone Medical Centre,241-243 Old Chester RdBirkenheadMerseysideCH42 3TDCall Gladstone Medical Centre to book an appointment*Please note: you must be registered with this GP practice to attend this session. Please book through Practice Reception staff.

ROCK FERRY

Saturdays10.00am – 11.30am(appointments only)

St Catherine’s Community Centre (in the grounds of St Catherine’s Health Centre)Church RoadBirkenheadCH42 0LQCall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

TRANMERE

Mondays1.00pm – 4.00pm (appointments only)

Wirral Heart Support St Catherine’s Health Centre, (moved to first floor)Church RoadBirkenheadCH42 0LQCall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

TRANMERE

First Tuesday of the month3.00pm – 5.00pm(appointments only)

Swettenhams Chemist4 Tranmere CourtChurch RoadTranmereCH42 5ABCall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

TRANMERE


St Catherine’s Community Centre (in the grounds of St Catherine’s Health Centre, Derby Road)Church RoadBirkenheadCH42 0LQCall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

TRANMERE

Fridays10.00am – 11.30am(appointments only)

Medicx Pharmacy (in the grounds of St Catherine’s Health Centre, Derby Road)Church RoadBirkenheadCH42 0LQCall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

TRANMERE

Fridays9.30am – 12.00noon(appointment only)

All Day Health CentreArrowe Park HospitalCH49 5PECall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

UPTON

Tuesdays Central Park Medical Centre WALLASEY

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1.30pm - 4:00pm(appointments only)

Victoria Central Health CentreMill LaneWallaseyCH44 5UFCall Central Park Medical Centre to book an appointment*Please note: you must be registered with this GP practice to attend this session. Please book through Practice Reception staff.

Tuesdays9:30am – 12:00noon(appointments only)

Victoria Health CentreFloor 2 Area DVictoria Central HospitalMill LaneWallaseyCH44 5UFCall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

WALLASEY

Mondays9.30am – 12.30pm(appointments only)

Somerville Medical Centre69 Gorsey LaneWallaseyCH44 4AACall Somerville Medical Centre to book an appointment*Please note: you must be registered with this GP practice to attend this session. Please book through Practice Reception staff.

WALLASEY

Monday1.00pm-7.00pm(appointments only)

Guinea Gap Baths and Recreation CentreRiverview RoadWallaseyCH44 6PXCall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

WALLASEY

Wednesday2.00pm-5.00pm(appointments only)

Field Rd health CentreField Rd,Wallasey,MerseysideCH45 5BGCall Field Road Health Centre to book an appointment- 0151 639 7054*Please note: you must be registered with this GP practice to attend this session. Please book through Practice Reception staff.

WALLASEY

Thursdays1.30pm – 4.00pm(appointments only)

Wallasey One stop shopTown HallBrighton StreetWallaseyCH44 8EDCall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

WALLASEY

Fridays St George’s Medical Centre WALLASEY

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1.30pm- 4.00pm(appointments only)

Field RoadNew BrightonCH45 5LNCall St George’s Medical Centre to book an appointment*Please note: you must be registered with this GP practice to attend this session. Please book through Practice Reception staff.


Water Street ClinicWater StreetWallaseyCH44 8APCall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

WALLASEY

Thursdays9.30am – 6.00pm(appointments only)

Guinea Gap Baths and Recreation CentreRiverview RoadWallaseyCH44 6PXCall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

WALLASEY

Tuesday’s9.15am -10.45am(appointments only)

10.45am-12.00noon(drop in)

Hoole Road Community HubHoole Road,Woodchurch,Call 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

WOODCHURCH

LOSE WEIGHTSupport for people wanting to lose weight. Just turn up unless otherwise stated. For more information or to book an appointment call 0151 630 8383.

Date / Time Venue and Additional Info LocationWeigh in and support sessionMondays9.30am – 10.00am(drop in)

Bebington Health Centre,Civic WayBebingtonCH63 7RX

BEBINGTON

Weigh in and support sessionMondays7.00pm – 7.30pm(drop in)

St. James CentreLaird StreetBirkenheadCH41 7AL

BIRKENHEAD

Weigh in and support sessionFridays9.30am – 10.00am(Immediately followed by Women’s Only Aerobics session)(drop in)

Wirral ChangeSt Laurence’s SchoolSt Laurence DriveBirkenheadCH41 3JD

BIRKENHEAD

Weigh it UpWednesdaysCourse involves informal chats about nutrition, healthy eating, wellbeing and keeping active.

Community Room, (Top of escalator, back of clothing section)TescoLink RoadBidston

BIRKENHEAD

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5-00pm – 6.00pm – Meet and Greet for new course members.6.15pm – 7.45pm – drop in and weight management course

CH43 7AA

Shaping UpMondays3.00pm - 3.30pm – Weigh in and support3.30pm – 4.00pm Shaping Up Meeting4.00pm – 5.00pm Chair Based ExerciseNo need to book –just turn up

Leasowe Millennium CentreTwickenham DriveLeasoweCH46 1PQ

LEASOWE/MORETON

Weigh in and support sessionMondays2.00pm – 2.30pm(drop in)

Moreton Presbyterian ChurchMoretonCH46 6DF

MORETON

Box – FitWednesdays1.00pm – 2.00pm – Weigh In & Weight Management Course2.00pm – 3.00pm – Box Fit

Circuit class designed for people of all fitness levels. An excellent cardiovascular workout for toning, stress relief and a great way to meet new people and have fun at the same time.For more information call 0151 630 8383

Noctorum Community CentreRidgeway School CampusNoctorum AvenuePrentonCH43 9EB

NOCTORUM

The Wellness GymTuesday’s 4:00pm – 7:00pmLast admittance to the Gym – 6:00pmDo you feel you could benefit from brief advice and support around your weight management? Then the Wellness Gym maybe for you. The sessions are designed to give you 15 minutes of motivational support around your food intake alongside access to the gym with a qualified instructor.If your BMI is 35+ and you haven’t exercised for a while then why not give this a go.Please note you must access both parts of this course – the 15 minute theory sessions and the gym.

St Catherine’s Heart Support GymGround Floor, (Go through the door next to the Main Entrance of St Catherine’s Hospital and turn right)Church RoadBirkenheadCH42 0LQ

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Call 0151 630 8383 to book an appointmentLose & MoveWeigh In and Support5.00pm – 5.30pmWeight Management Rolling Programme (new starters to arrive 5.15pm)5.30pm – 6.30pmRelaxation6.30pm – 7.30pmCall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

St Catherine’s Community Centre (in the grounds of St Catherine’s Health Centre, Derby Road)Church RoadBirkenheadCH42 0LQ

TRANMERE

Weigh in and support sessionWednesdays2.00pm – 2.30pm(drop in)

Rock Ferry LibraryUrban VillageOld Chester RdCH42 3TD

ROCK FERRY

Weigh in and support sessionTuesdaysStarting 28th April 20154.30pm – 5.00pm(drop in)

Water Street ClinicWater StreetWallaseyCH44 8AP

WALLASEY

Weigh in and support sessionThursdays1.30pm – 2.00pm(drop in)

St Paul’s HallChurch Road

WALLASEY

Weigh in and support sessionFridays10.30am – 11.00am(drop in)


WALLASEY

CHILDRENS WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

Let’s Get GoingWeekly sessions every Monday

4.30pm - 5.30pm - families with children ages 5-8 years

6.30pm - 7.30pm - families with children ages 9-11 years

Let’s Get Going is Wirral’s FREE new family fun initiative at Bebington High Sports College. The initiative will help and support local families with children aged 5-11 years (with a BMI over the 91st centile) to lose weight, get more active and live a healthier lifestyle whilst having lots of fun! In a relaxed environment families will be supported to:

• Get more active with fun games and activities

• Eat well• Shop and cook healthier

meals• Live a healthier lifestyle

Contact: If you are worried about your child’s weight and would like to book onto Let’s Get Going call the team on 0151 630 8383 or email [email protected]

Bebington High Sports College,Higher Bebington Road,Wirral,MerseysideCH63 2PS

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GET MORE ACTIVEFree activities designed to help people become more active. Activities available to suit all fitness levels. Just turn up unless otherwise stated. For more information or to book a place call 0151 630 8383.

Health walk

Call 0151 652 5197 for more informationNo need to book –just turn up

Wednesdays11.00am – 12.00noon

Meeting point: Bowling Green next to Port Sunlight Train Station

BEBINGTON

Box – FitCircuit class designed for people of all fitness levels. An excellent cardiovascular workout for toning, stress relief and a great way to meet new people and have fun at the same time.No need to book –just turn up

WednesdaysStarting 14th January 20152.00pm – 3.00pm

Noctorum Community CentreRidgeway School CampusNoctorum AvenuePrentonCH43 9EB

BEECHWOOD

Health walkCall 0151 652 5197 for more informationNo need to book –just turn up

Sundays11.00am – 12.00noon


Meet at Birkenhead ParkVisitors CentrePark DriveBirkenheadMerseysideCH41 4HY

BIRKENHEAD

Get CyclingCall Janet on 07500559669 for more informationNo need to book –just turn up


Meet at Visitor Centre. Birkenhead Park, Bring your own bike or call to book.

BIRKENHEAD

Tennis For FreeContact www.birkenheadparktennis.co.ukNo need to book –just turn up

Saturdays10.00am -12.00noon

Birkenhead Park Tennis Courts

BIRKENHEAD

Outdoor gym trailCall 0151 652 5197 for more informationNo need to book –just turn up

Mondays9.30am – 10.15am

Meet at Birkenhead Park Visitor CentrePark DrBirkenheadCH41 4HY

BIRKENHEAD

Chair based exerciseIdeal for clients with long term health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes and bone or joint

Mondays3.00pm – 3.45pm


BIRKENHEAD

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problem. £1.00 per session.No need to book –just turn upCircuit training and toningCircuit session to improve cardiovascular health, strength and endurance. Helps weight loss and positive wellbeingNo need to book –just turn up


St. James CentreLaird StreetBirkenheadCH41 7A

BIRKENHEAD

Women Only ExerciseLow to Moderate all over body cardiovascular and strength workout for women only. All ladies welcome.No need to book –just turn up

FridaysAerobics10.00am – 11.00am

Wirral ChangeSt Laurence’s SchoolSt Laurence CloseBirkenheadCH41 3JD

BIRKENHEAD


Fridays10.00am – 12.00noon

Meet outside Visitor Centre Eastham Centre, Eastham Rake. Bring your own bike or call to book.

EASTHAM

Health WalkCall 0151 652 5197 for more informationNo need to book –just turn up

Wednesdays1.30pm –2.30pm

Meet outside Visitor Centre, Eastham Country Park.

EASTHAM

Health WalkCall 0151 652 5197 for more informationNo need to book –just turn up

Wednesdays10.45am – 11.30am

Meet at Greave Dunning Car Park,GreasbyCH49 3NF

GREASBY

Sit-FitSessions can help to improve cardiovascular health, strength and endurance and mobility. Helps with weight loss and positive wellbeing*Wear suitable clothing/footwear and bring waterNo need to book –just turn up


Moreton Presbyterian ChurchMoretonCH46 6DF

MORETON

Get Cycling (Women Only)Call Janet on 07500559669 for more

Last Saturday of the month

Call 07500559669 for Details

PORT SUNLIGHT

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informationNo need to book –just turn upChair based exercise classA low level chair based class to help with weight loss and improve strength and mobility.No need to book –just turn up

Thursdays11.00am – 12.00noon

St Peter’s Court,Rock Lane EastWirral,CH42 1RWWear suitable clothing and bring water

ROCK FERRY

Circuit classCircuit class designed for people of all fitness levels.Rolling ProgrammeClients can attend any or allNo need to book –just turn up

Wednesdays5.30pm – 6.30pm

Rock Ferry Library/One Stop ShopOld Chester Rd, Birkenhead, Merseyside CH42 3TD

ROCK FERRY

The Wellness GymDo you feel you could benefit from brief advice and support around your weight management? Then the Wellness Gym maybe for you. The sessions are designed to give you 15 minutes of motivational support around your food intake alongside access to the gym with a qualified instructor.If your BMI is 35+ and you haven’t exercised for a while then why not give this a go.Please note you must access both parts of this course – the 15 minute theory sessions and the gymCall 0151 630 8383 to book a place

Tuesdays4:00pm – 7:00pm(Last admittance to the Gym – 18:00)

St Catherine’s Heart Support GymGround Floor,Go through the door next to the Main Entrance of St Catherine’s Hospital and turn right)Church RoadBirkenheadCH42 0LQ

TRANMERE

Gym FitnessIdeal for clients who would like to get fit to improve their cardiovascular health, strength, endurance and mobility. If you haven’t exercised for a while then why not give this a go.

Mondays 1.30pm – 4.30pm(last admission 3.30pm)

St Catherine’s Heart Support GymGround Floor,Go through the door next to the Main Entrance of St Catherine’s Hospital and turn right)Church RoadBirkenhead

TRANMERE

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*Please note: Before you attend the gym you will need to have had a free health assessment with a Health Trainer.Call 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

CH42 0LQ

Chair based exerciseA low level chair based class to help with weight loss and improve strength and mobility.No need to book –just turn up

Tuesdays10.30am – 11:30am

Victoria Park Cricket ClubVictoria ParkBebington RoadCH42 6SH

TRANMERE



Meet at the Walled Garden Central Park, Wallasey. Bring your own bike or call to book.

WALLASEY

Weigh in with chair aerobicsDesigned for those that want a high impact all over body cardiovascular and strength workout with the support of a chair*Wear suitable clothing/footwear and bring waterNo need to book –just turn up

Thursdays

Weigh in1.30pm – 2.00pm

Aerobics2.00pm – 2.45pm


WALLASEY

Weigh in with Low – mid level circuits*Wear suitable clothing/footwear and bring waterNo need to book –just turn up

FridaysWeigh in 10.30am – 11.00amLow – mid level circuits11.00am – 12.00noon

St Pauls HallChurch Road

WALLASEY

Health WalkCall 0151 652 5197 for more information.No need to book –just turn up

Mondays12.00noon –1.00pm

Wednesday’s12.00noon –1.00pm

Meet outside the sailing club car park, near Morrison’s.

WEST KIRBY

Health WalkCall 0151 652 5197 for more information.No need to book –just turn up

Tuesdays10.30am – 11.30am

Meeting at Arrowe Park Golf Club Café (The Red Rooms)Arrowe Park RoadCH49 5LN

WOODCHURCH

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MEN’S HEALTHFree courses / activities aimed at supporting men in making positive lifestyle changes. The majority of sessions are aimed at men aged 40+. Just turn up unless otherwise stated. For more information call 0151 630 8383.

Activity Date / Time

Venue and Additional Info

Location

Over 40s FootballFitness

For more information call 0151 630 8383


Beechwood Recreation Centre18 Beechwood DriveBeechwoodCH43 7ZU

BEECHWOOD

Go Men’s HealthAre you a male over 40?5.00pm - 6.00pm: Weigh in and weight management6.00pm - 7.00pm: 40+ Football sessionFor more information call 0151 630 8383

Mondays5.00pm –7.00pm

Beechwood Recreation Centre18 Beechwood DriveBeechwoodCH43 7ZU

BEECHWOOD

Over 40s Football Fitness

Call 0151 608 2354 to book a place

Fridays1.30pm – 2.30pm

Tranmere Rovers Football ClubPrenton Rd WBirkenheadCH42 9PY

BIRKENHEAD



Thursdays6.00pm – 7.00pm

Leasowe Recreation CentreTwickenham DriveWirralCH46 1PF

LEASOWE


Call 0151 608 2354 for enquiries

Tuesdays5.00pm – 6.00pm

Guinea Gap Baths and Recreation CentreRiverview RoadWallaseyCH44 6PX

WALLASEY

Over 40s FootballFitness

Call 0151 608 2354 for enquiries


Woodchurch High Sports Complex (outdoor all weather pitch),New Hey RoadBirkenheadWirralCH49 9BU

WOODCHURCH

RELAX, UNWIND, POSITIVE MINDFree activities designed to support clients with relaxation, decrease anxiety and depression and

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promote positive mind. Just turn up unless otherwise stated. For more information or to book a place call 0151 630 8383.

Course / Activity Date / Time Venue and Additional Info

Location

Give Time to RelaxAn on-going relaxation course.No need to book – just turn up

Mondays2.00pm - 3.00pm


BIRKENHEAD

Livewell AllotmentCome join our Livewell Allotment. Me meet weekly and tend to our veg and flower plot. All produces growing can be taken home and recipes provided to help make cheap healthy meals.Call 0151 630 8383 to book a place

Thursdays(No session 2nd April 2015)10.00am-11.30am.

Edward Kemp Community Garden and Growing AreaAshville RoadWirralCH43 8SA

BIRKENHEAD

Talking WellbeingA 4 week course that uses the messages from CBT to help combat low mood and low level anxiety. Friendly and welcoming group, come join and help improve your wellbeing.Call 0151 630 8383 to book a place


Birkenhead Fire Station,Exmouth Street,Birkenhead,Wirral,CH41 4AX

BIRKENHEAD

Relaxation

No need to book –just turn up

Thursdays10:30am – 11:30am

Maurice Jones Court60 Pasture RoadMoreton,CH46 8UZ

MORETON

Relaxation


Tuesdays10.30am – 11.30am

Harvest CourtBerrylands RoadMoretonCH46 7UD

MORETON

Exploring clocks through drawing and collageJoin artist Juliet to explore clocks in the Lady Lever Art Gallery’s collections, using drawing and collage. No experience necessary – come along and have a go!

Friday 24th April 201513:30 – 15:30

Lady Lever Art GalleryPort SunlightCH62 5EQ

PORT SUNLIGHT

Relaxation

No need to book –Just turn up

Thursdays11.30am – 12.15pm

Rock Ferry Library/One Stop ShopUrban VillageOld Chester RdCH42 3TD

ROCK FERRY

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Tai Chi Chi-KungCombines gentle stretching, mobility, coordination and breathing exerciseswith mindfulnessNo need to book –just turn up

Thursdays10.30am – 11.30am

Rock Ferry Library/One Stop ShopUrban VillageOld Chester RdCH42 3TD

ROCK FERRY

Tai-Chi Chi KungCombines gentle stretching, mobility, coordination and breathing exerciseswith mindfulnessNo need to book –just turn up

Tuesdays1.00pm – 2.00pm

The Institute (The Scout Hut, opposite St Caths)Church RoadTranmereCH42 5LF

TRANMERE

RelaxationIncluding guided imagery


Thursdays2.00pm – 3.00pm

Maritime GrangeBorough RoadSeacombeCH44 6NB

WALLASEY

STOP SMOKINGWe provide a programme of meetings with trained staff. Issues that might affect quitting will be discussed and you can decide on the best therapy to help you quit. To help motivation, you can measure your carbon monoxide levels at each meeting. You can call to make an appointment or drop in at the venues shown. For more information call 0151 630 8383


Bebington One Stop ShopBebington Central LibraryPennant House, The Village, Bebington,. CH63 7PLCall 0151 630 8383 for an appointment

BEBINGTON

Thursdays09.30am – 12.00pm*First come first served – please note you may need to wait a while to be seen(drop in)

Birkenhead Medical Building,31 Laird StBirkenheadCH41 8DB

BIRKENHEAD

Mondays1.30pm – 4.30pm*Please be mindful that Spider is a abstinent based project(appointment only)

Spider ProjectUnit 54 Woodside Business ParkWoodsideBirkenhead CH41 1EPFor appointment availability please telephone Spider on 0151 647 7723

BIRKENHEAD

Mondays1.30am – 4.30pm(appointment only)

Boots215 Grange RdBirkenheadMerseysideCH41 2PHCall 0151 630 8383 for an appointment

BIRKENHEAD

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Wednesdays2.00pm – 4.30pm(appointment only)

Bidston TescoWithin PharmacyLink RoadBidstonCall 0151 630 8383 for an appointment

BIRKENHEAD

Tuesdays10.15am -12.15pm(appointments only)

Bebington One Stop Shop Civic CentreCivic WayBebingtonCH63 7PNCall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

BEBINGTON


Thursdays9.45am – 11.45am(appointments only)

Eastham Clinic31 Eastham Rake,WirralCH62 9ANCall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

EASTHAM

Tuesday1.45pm – 6.45pm(appointments only)

Eastham Clinic (Behind Tesco),31 Eastham RakeCH62 9ANCall 0151 630 8383 for an appointment

EASTHAM

Thursdays9.30am – 11.30am(appointments only)

Eastham Clinic (Behind Tesco),31 Eastham RakeCH62 9ANCall 0151 630 8383 for an appointment

EASTHAM

Tuesdays10.00am - 12.00noon(appointments only)

Heswall ClinicTelegraph Road,HeswallCH60 7SG (parking restricted)

HESWALL

Mondays9.00am – 12.00noon(appointments only)

Leasowe Primary Care CentreTwickenham DriveCH46 1PFCall 0151 630 0354 for an appointment

LEASOWE


Moreton Health Clinic8-14 Chadwick StMoretonCH46 7XACall 0151 630 8383 for an appointment

MORETON

Thursdays10.00am – 12.30pm*First come first served – please note you may need to wait a while to be seen(drop in)

St Catherine’s Community Centre (in the grounds of St Catherine’s Health Centre, Derby Road)Church RoadBirkenheadCH42 0LQ

TRANMERE


Tranmere RoversRecreation SuiteAccess via Borough RoadPrenton Rd WCH42 9PYCall 0151 630 8383 for an appointment

TRANMERE

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Monday’s09.00am – 12.00noon*You must be registered with this GP practice to attend this session.(appointments only)

Villa Medical CentreRoman Road, Prenton CH43 3DBCall Reception on 0151 608 4702 for an appointment

PRENTON

Group Stop Smoking11.30am-12.30pmCome join our Stop smoking group, you will gain weekly support from advisors and group members to help stop smoking and remain quit.(appointments only)

Rock Ferry Library Community RoomBirkenheadCH42 3XUCall 0151 630 8383 for an appointment

ROCK FERRY


All Day Health CentreArrowe Park RoadWirralCH49 5PECall 0151 630 8383 for an appointment

UPTON

ThursdaysStarting 2nd April 201512.45pm – 3.00pm(appointments only)

Water Street ClinicWater StreetWallaseyCH44 8APCall 0151 630 8383 to book an appointment

WALLASEY

Tuesdays10.00am – 12.00pm*First come first served and there may be a wait before being seen(drop in)1.30pm – 3.45pm(appointments only)

Victoria Central Health CentreRoom S71Second FloorD WingCall 0151 630 8383 for an appointment

WALLASEY


Victoria Central Health CentreWalk in CentreMill LaneCall 0151 630 8383 for an appointment

WALLASEY



Victoria Central Health Centre2nd Floor, Area DMill LaneCall 0151 630 8383 for an appointment

Telephone Support ClinicWater StreetCall 0151 630 8383 for an appointment

Please note that from April this clinic will merge with the above clinic in VCH where you will be able to request face to face or telephone support.

WALLASEY

WIRRAL WIDE

WednesdaysStarting 4th March

West Kirby Health CentreThe Concourse

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1.30pm- 4.15pm(appointments only)

Grange RoadCall 0151 630 8383 for an appointment


Telephone SupportCall 0151 630 8383 for an appointment

WIRRAL WIDE

CARE AWARECare Aware – Do you care for a partner, family member of friend? Take advantage of our free health MOT

Mini health MOTs include:• Blood pressure, height, weight and BMI checks• Confidential chat with our health trainer - it’s a time for you to talk about you, and your own health and wellbeing• Advice around healthy eating, sleeping well, relaxation techniques, getting more active, losing weight and stopping smoking.Call 0151 630 8383 for more details

WIRRAL WIDE

ST CATHERINE’S COMMUNITY CENTRECourses and activities. For more details please call the team on 0151 647 3619.

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Bag a Bargain (fruit and veg)Every Tuesday, 10.00am – 4.00pm£3.50 for a bag of either fruit, veg or mixedFruit bag contains: approx. 4 apples, 4 oranges, 4 pears, 6 bananasVeg bag contains: approx. 12 potatoes, cauliflower/turnip, 4 -6 carrots, onionsMixed bag contains: approx. 6 potatoes, 3 carrots, onions, 2 apples, 2 oranges 3 bananasOrder and pay on Tuesday and collect the following Tuesday

St Catherine’s Community Centre (in the grounds of St Catherine’s Health Centre) Church RdBirkenheadCH42 0LQ


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Head, neck and shoulder massage taster sessionsFree sessions by a qualified, skilled and experienced practitioner

Every Tuesday 10.00am - 1.00pm


To book an appointment call 0151 647 3619

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Zumba GoldThursdays 3.30pm - 4.30pm

Fun, chair based dance workout. An easy to follow session that lets you move to the beat at your own level. Perfect to meet new friends and get more active!



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ZumbaThursdays 2.30pm - 3.15pm

Fun, dance based fitness sessionPerfect to meet new friends and get fitter!

St Catherine’s Community Centre (in the grounds of St Catherine’s Health Centre) Church RdBirkenheadCH42 0LQFor more information call 0151 647 3619

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Running groupFridays 5.30pmNo need to pre-book. Improve your fitness, tone up and meet new friends. Running for all –regardless of age, shape, ability or sizeCoaches trained by Run England


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Craft WorkshopsStarting Monday 20th April1.00pm to 3.00pmLearn to make a range of craft products at these workshops.


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Including glass painting and card making.


Basic Budgeting CourseStart Friday 24th April9.30am to 11.30amThis 5 week course will help you make your money go further and learn some handy hints and top tips to budgeting. This course is open to everyone.


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Baby MassageFridays

1.00pm – 2.00pm2.00pm – 3.00pm

5 Week Course to learn how to massage your baby. Course promotes attachment and bonding through positive touch, helps with sleep and colic.Next course starts Friday28th November. Places must be pre-booked by phoning St Catherines Community Centre on 0151 647 3619.Supported by Health Visitor drop in at 1pm, if you have any questions about sleeping, weaning, teething or other baby and child related health, pop in for a chat before the session.


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Welfare Benefits Advice drop inTuesdays and Wednesdays 10.00am – 2.00pm

Experienced benefits advisor available, no appointment necessary.



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IT & BiscuitsWednesdays 9.30am to 12noondrop in session

Learn how to get online, use emailsLearn how to use Facebook and TwitterSearch for jobsWrite your CVCompare gas and electricity prices to save moneyOnline shopping e.g. Amazon or Ebay



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Search your family historyRefreshments providedFirst session Wednesday 3rd December

New Nordic WalkingMeeting at the Centre at 10.30am

Nordic walking is a full body workout for every level of fitness! Our fun, friendly session is a great way to meet new people and exercise outdoors. All equipment is provided, including the poles! Our experienced instructor will help you get started and work towards achieving your goals.



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Yoga classesSundays 4.30pm to 5.30pm and Tuesdays 7.30pm to 8.30pm

Our class is open to everyone, regardless of fitness level or yoga experience. Improve your posture, flexibility, balance and strength. Calm your mind in this relaxing session. Our friendly, experienced tutor will work to your ability, focusing on breath work and movement.



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Grow Your Own allotment courseStarts 31/3/15 at Bebington Road allotment.

Learn new skills to grow your own fruit, veg and plants.



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HEALTH PROMOTION RESOURCE CENTRE

Opening hours

Monday: 9.00am - 5.00pm

Tuesday: 9.00am - 5.00pm

Wednesday: 1.00pm - 5.00pm

Thursday: 9.00am - 5.00pm

Friday: 9.00am - 5.00pm

Our Health Promotion Resource Centre has a wide range of FREE visual resources to support people working in Wirral in health promotion, healthcare, education and other professions (including students and volunteers). These include:

• Activities• DVDs• Leaflets and posters• Reference materials

Health Promotion Resource Centre,lower ground floor,St Catherine's Health Centre,Church Road,Birkenhead,CH42 0LQ

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• Teaching packs• Visual prompts

If you work in Wirral, you can register with the Centre and loan resources for FREE by calling 0151 630 8398

HEALTHY HOMESFree Home Safety Check & Health Support (joint project with Wirral Council and Wirral Community NHS Trust)Healthy Homes includes support for people concerned about the condition of their property – free support may include:• Carbon monoxide detectors• Child safety measures for homes with children up to four years• Home insulation and heating grants• Jobs and training• Smoke alarms and fire safety checks• Welfare and benefit checks

As part of the free Home Safety Check people are also offered free healthsupport including a health MOT.

For further information or to book either a FREE Home Safety Check or a combined Home Safety Check and Health Support appointment please call 0151 630 8383 or email [email protected]

WIRRAL WIDE

The Livewell Programme

Health Trainer Free lifestyle assessments with a health trainer to assess what support people will benefit from, providing:

• personalised health action plans, with realistic goals• information on how to get involved in a range of local health and wellbeing activities• motivation and encouragement

Stop Smoking We provide:

• up to 12 weeks motivational support and advice for smokers who are ready and willing to quit• nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) vouchers, if necessary (prescription charges may apply)• liaison with GPs for Zyban or Champix• brief intervention and intermediate training courses to equip community staff to provide stop smoking support

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mailto:[email protected]

Smokers can also self-refer by texting ‘Quit’ with their name and postcode to 80039.

Weight management support for adultsA free 10 week programme, which aims to help adults (16 years +) with a BMI over 35 lose weight in a supportive and informative way.

The programme is structured around:• healthy eating• physical activity• behaviour and lifestyle changes• coping strategies• regular follow-up sessions

Weight management support for children and young peopleA free 10 week programme for overweight children aged 4-15 years, promoting a happy and healthy way of life.The programme is structured around:

• family based approach• information sharing and discussion for parents• monthly support/follow-up sessions• weekly active play and active taster sessions (sessions differ depending on age)

Physical activity Wide range of physical activities catering for all levels of health and fitness, encouraging local people to get more active, including:

• chair aerobics• circuit sessions• men only football fitness• salsa dancing• walking and cycling groups

Mental wellbeing Group based activities for people with low-confidence/self-esteem, anxiety or mild depression. These include:

• calm and create – helping people relax and feel good through art and craft• music based drumming sessions – helping people relax and feel good through music• relaxation sessions• sleep sound – supporting people to get a good night’s sleep• tai Chi

The teams are also trained to appropriately signpost people to other mental health and wellbeing services where necessary.

Healthy Settings (0 – 19)We support schools, nurseries and other children’s settings to achieve better outcomes around health and wellbeing, as well as working with staff, parents and carers to improve their knowledge and confidence.

Our work focuses on:• bullying • child safety • emotional health and wellbeing • food and nutrition, including school lunches • obesity • physical activity and sport • teenage pregnancy• young People Friendly status (You’re Welcome)

Specialist Health Promotion Support for local organisations, agencies or groups promoting health and wellbeing across Wirral. Our expert team provides advice, knowledge and training around:

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• brief intervention skills• food and nutrition• health and wellbeing in the workplace• healthy weight• maternal and infant nutrition• oral health• physical activity

Health Promotion Resource Centre

Do you work in health promotion or are you studying health? Our Health Promotion Resource Centre houses a wealth of topic related resources to support you in the delivery of health promotion. Topics include infant feeding, child development & safety, cancer awareness, nutrition & healthy eating, mental wellbeing, sexual health and much more.

You can to join for FREE and take full advantage of the wide range of visual resources available including DVDs, leaflets, posters and visual aids.

To register please complete our form or for more information call the team on 0151 630 8396 or email [email protected]

For more information please call 0151 630 8383, visit www.wirralct.nhs.uk or follow us on Twitter @wirralct

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http://www.wirralct.nhs.uk/hpt-registration-form

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healthwatchwirral.co.uk · Web viewAbout The Livewell Programme: supports local people to make positive lifestyle changes. get more active. eat healthier. quit smoking . lose weight