Sustainable Health

Sustainable health is about supporting our wellbeing while also caring for the environment and each other. Our new group will explore topics such as preventative health, nature connection, low-impact living, and sharing practical ideas for healthier, more sustainable lives.

 

This group could involve talks, discussions and activities around topics like food, movement, mental wellbeing, nature, and everyday choices that help people and planet thrive together.

This new group will cross over with some of our existing groups - think about getting out into the community garden to get some fresh air, eating locally grown veg, think active travel, think improving air quality.... it all leads to living a healthier life. 

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Our group lead is Prof Anthony Jones; he has worked for years in pain management, you can see a bit more about him here. 

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We welcome people to this group from all walks of life - you don't need to know about health specifically, we just want enthusiasm and positivity and a bit of fun. 

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Our first meeting is Thursday, 29th January, 7.30pm in Wilmslow - would you like to join us?

Just let us know below or send us your thoughts and ideas.

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What is social prescribing?

Social prescribing is a  people-centred approach to health and wellbeing that recognises that many of the things that help us feel better don’t come from a prescription or pill, but from connection, purpose and support. It enables healthcare professionals (GPs) to link people with local activities, groups and services, such as walking groups, creative sessions, volunteering, nature-based activities or community cafés. The hope is that these things can improve mental and physical wellbeing. By focusing on the whole person and the community around them, social prescribing helps people feel less isolated, more supported, and better able to manage their health in everyday life.

We are so very keen to bring more of this to Wilmslow and we think we can do this with your help. 

Did any of you watch Wilmslow's very own Dr Chatterjee on Channel 4 recently? You can see more about his ideas on sustainable health here.