IRU Thursday 7th December 2023
Welcome to this week's Information Round-up!
We hope you're all keep well and warm during this extra busy period.
Here's the latest IRU, filled with news, information, events and more. We hope you enjoy this week's edition.
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Healthwatch Stockport have joined the festivities
We have launched a Healthwatch Stockport advent calendar via our social media channels; Instagram and Facebook. We've already started sharing advice, tips and information to help you stay warm, well and up to speed on healthcare help and support before and during the festive season. We're also having some fun with our Elfwatch competition. Hatter the Elf will visit various Stockport locations. All correct guesses will be entered into a draw to win a £25 gift card.
Healthwatch Library Tours
Over the course of this week, Claire from the team has visited both the Reddish and The Heatons libraries to offer information and advice, and raise awareness of Healthwatch Stockport. Claire will continue the short tour with a trip to Edgeley library on 18 December.
Support Over the Christmas Period
Details from Lizzie Austin, Pure Innovations on behalf of Sharon Fallows from Viaduct Care.
Please see the attached highlighting what support is available over the Christmas Period, please note that this is not an exhaustive list.
Dementia Friendly Practical Guide
Details from Amal Morsi, Dementia United, NHS Greater Manchester
Please find attached the Dementia friendly sports clubs and venues guide - a practical guide for organisations to support people affected by dementia.
Exploring differences in experiences in Dementia
Details from Amal Morsi, Dementia United, NHS Greater Manchester
Please find attached the HINTED study poster. We need support helping to spread the word about the study. The study is exploring the differences in experiences of people with Dementia and their Carers from the following ethnic groups; African, Caribbean, Indian, Bangladeshi and Pakistani. The study is recruiting anyone from one or more of the following groups;
• Are you someone living with dementia?
• Are you caring for someone with dementia in the later stages?
• Have you previously cared for someone with dementia?
The study will involve an interview with the team and will centre on care at the later stages of Dementia. This could be the care you'd like to receive in the future as a person with Dementia, or the experiences you've had as someone who is, or was, caring for someone with advanced dementia (this interview can be done online or over the phone if needed).
Anyone who takes part will receive a £10 gift voucher as a thank you.
If you know of any groups or individuals that would be interested, please share ans ask them to contact the study team.
Stockport Local Pantry Opening Times
Pantries soften the blow of high living costs and help communities to grow and thrive, by bringing people together around food. Pantries are strengthening communities,and contributing to healthier, happier lives.
Your Local Pantry is a great way to save on your food bills. Join one of our Stockport pantries today for £4.50 a week!
Walking for Wellness
Message from Ian Dobbins
Walking for Wellness provides activities and support for people living with dementia and memory issues. The service covers all areas of Stockport from Marple to Gatley! Enquiries from outside Stockport can be discussed.
Please visit their website for further details:
Pure Innovations Community Offers
Details from Lizzie Austin, Pure Innovations
Please find details of the weekly social groups, facilitated by the Community Hub Team at Pure Innovations.
Mayor of Stockport’s Christmas Carol Service
Details from Stephen Scott
The Mayor is hosting the annual Christmas service and Christmas carol singalong, followed by festive refreshments. It starts at 6.30pm on Wednesday 20 December at Stockport Parish Church (St Mary’s in the Marketplace, Churchgate, Stockport, SK1 1YG) to usher in the festive season. Please do bring your family and friends along – all are welcome!
Information on local car parks can be found on the council’s website.
Community Workshops: Stockport 8
Details sent by Kim Waugh from PLACED
We'd like to invite you to one of our community workshops as part of the Stockport 8 project with Stockport Mayoral Development Corporation.
Stockport is undergoing lots of changes over the next few years and we want to speak to you to hear how you think these changes could support local organisations, community groups and residents.
Join us for one of two events, where PLACED will be running interactive activities to explore what your priorities are for Stockport and how we can support you and your community to improve the quality of life for people living locally.
We welcome everyone of all ages, abilities and experiences. Feel free to book extra tickets for any volunteers/other members of your team/group and please share.
Sign up via the links below:
PLACED Partnerships Academy
Details sent by Kim Waugh from PLACED
We're excited to be opening applications to the free PLACED Partnerships Academy with Stockport Mayoral Development Corporation, Social Value Portal & Partners!
Do you know a young person aged 14-18 interested in architecture and the built environment? Do they want to take part in free creative workshops to share their views of their local area?
Applications are open to anyone aged 14-18 years old living in Stockport to take part in a fun and exciting programme in February half term. The programme will see participants take part in a creative programme to explore their views and design ways that address their priorities and concerns in Stockport. They'll learn skills in drawing, modelling, designing and presenting whilst making new friends!
This programme is being delivered in conjunction with the Stockport Town Centre project currently happening in their local area. This will include an exciting mixed neighbourhood in Stockport Town Centre West.
Three workshops will be delivered across the school holidays from Monday 19 February to Wednesday 21 February in Stockport, we encourage participants to attend all three as they will work in teams.
Just 20 spaces are available, and the programme is completely free to attend. Apply via the link HERE by Friday 12 January 2024.
Please share with anyone you feel would benefit from taking part. The poster attached has a QR to scan for the application form.
Stockport Branch of Parkinson's UK December Newsletter
Age UK Stockport December Newsletter
Information and Signposting
For up to date health and social care information, signposting and guidance contact us:
0161 974 0753 10am - 2pm
info@healthwatchstockport.co.uk
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.
