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Somerset Health and Wellbeing Advisory Network
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Now summer is finally here, we look forward to doing more of what we enjoy. We all want to keep illness at bay so that we can carry on enjoying the longer days and better weather. There are some simple things we can all do to look after ourselves, family and friends.
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Somerset, along with the rest of the country, is seeing an increase in Covid-19 cases. This is most likely being driven by the effects of Covid-19 restrictions ending and greater social mixing combined with the spread of the BA5 strain of the Omicron variant. The Omicron variant is highly infectious and this new strain appears to be causing some reinfections.
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To protect yourself and others please ensure that you are up to date with your Covid-19 vaccinations and boosters. If you’re aged 30-49 and have not yet had a Covid jab, or you know anybody that has not yet stepped forward for theirs, please take advantage of the Covid vaccine clinics which are available across Somerset.
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Be mindful of those who may be more at risk and continue to:
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- Meet outside, or let fresh air in if meeting others indoors
- Wash your hands regularly and thoroughly
- Wear a face covering or mask when in busy, indoor or enclosed spaces
- Cover your nose and mouth if you cough or sneeze
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If you have symptoms of a respiratory infection, such as Covid-19, you have a high temperature or do not feel well enough to go to work or carry out normal activities, you are advised to try to stay at home and avoid contact with other people.
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Walk In Covid Vaccination Clinics
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To help you promote the walk in vaccination sites in your area, we have created a range of social media graphics and posters.
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Sedgemoor
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Bridgwater Town Hall, High St, TA6 3BL
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Every Friday: *Closed 8th & 15th July
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18+ only: 9am - 2pm - Walk in
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Children only age 5 - 11: 2:30pm - 5pm
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*check GAJ for specific children’s (5+) clinics & times
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Appointments now open on NBS.
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Sydenham Pantry, Community Hub, Fairfax Road, Bridgwater, TA6 4HX
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Wednesday 20th July: 1pm - 6pm
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Bridgwater Community Hospital, Bower
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Children only age 5+: 2:30pm - 5pm
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*check GAJ for specific children’s (5+) clinics & times
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Hamp Pantry, Grenville House, Rhode Lane, Bridgwater, TA6 6JE
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Thursday 7th & 21st July: 1pm - 6pm
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Somerset West and Taunton
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Tower Vaccination Centre: Tower Road, Taunton, TA1 4AF
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Book a Children only age 5+:
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*check GAJ for specific children’s (5+) clinics & times
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Appointments now open on NBS.
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Minehead Community Hospital, Luttrell Way, Minehead, TA24 6DF
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Every Tuesday: 8:30am - 7pm
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Children only age 5+: 2:30pm - 7pm
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*check GAJ for specific children’s (5+) clinics & times
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Wiveliscombe Community Hall, West St, Wiveliscombe, Taunton, TA4 2JP
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Wednesday 20th July: 2pm - 4:30pm
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Wellington Community Hospital, Bulford Lane, Wellington, TA21 8QQ
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Every Thursday: 9am - 5pm
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Children only age 5+: 2pm - 5pm
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*check GAJ for specific children’s (5+) clinics & times
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Fleet Air Arm Museum, RNAS Yeovilton, Ilchester, BA22 8HT
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16th, 19th, 21st, 24th, 26th, 28th, 30th July: 9am - 4:30pm
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All vaccinations from age 5+
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Chard Leisure Centre, Fore St, Chard, TA20 1GR
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Sat 16th & Sun 17th July: 9am - 5pm
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Wincanton Community Hall, (Verrington Vaccination Centre) Dancing Lane, Wincanton, BA9 9DQ
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Mon- Fri: 8:30am - 2pm (18+ only)
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2:30pm - 5:30pm (5 - 11 only)
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Mendip
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Cheese and Grain, Markey Yard, Justice Lane, Frome. BA11 1BE
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Tuesday 14th July: 2pm - 7pm
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Cost of Living Support
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The Household Support Fund provides short-term urgent financial help to Somerset residents who are struggling to afford household essentials.
Please help us get this information to all those who need it, by downloading and sharing the poster / flyer with your networks. We are encouraging people to print and share the poster / flyer in their venues, or directly with those who need it.
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A Somerset Financial Wellbeing project has launched to support people concerned about money and give people the tools they need to understand and manage their finances better, manage debt, and know where to turn to for help.
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There are FREE events hosted by Engage Somerset with support from Somerset County Council and they will be there to help anyone that needs to find out more about financial well-being and who to turn to for support and advice.
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Date: Thursday 14th July 2022
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Venue: Castle Hotel, Taunton TA1 1NF
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Date: Friday 8th July 2022
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Venue: Churchfield School, Burnham Road, Highbridge, Somerset TA9 3JF
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Healthy Start Vouchers
Those who are pregnant and young families can get help to buy healthy food, milk and vitamins, as part the NHS scheme Healthy Start.
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Free Holiday Activities with Meals this Summer
Places are now available for children across Somerset, aged 5 to16 years old, who are eligible for benefit-related free school meals. This year's summer programme is jam-packed with fun activities ranging from sports to crafts, music, theatre, games and more.
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To book a summer activity, parents need to have received a unique booking code from their child's school or referrer. Parents will not be able to make a booking without this code. You will also need to set up a Playwaze account if you haven't booked an activity before.
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Please contact SASP's helpline on 01823 653992 (open Monday to Friday 9am - 1pm) or email hhh@sasp.co.uk for any support.
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The SME wellbeing project includes training opportunities and is being delivered by New Leaf Life Design to help sole traders and SMEs in Somerset. The focus is on supporting those who have been impacted by Covid, through the virus itself, experience of lockdown or the impact of the recession.
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Becky Wright, project co-ordinator, said, “It would be so exciting to really put Somerset on the map as the wellbeing capital of the UK. When we look after our own wellbeing and those we work with it benefits our customers, supply chains and the wider community - it’s a win, win.”
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To sign our pledge for workplace well-being click here. Please share widely.
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👀 Watch LIVE every Wednesday at 1pm and ask questions in the comments for instant answers!
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🏳️🌈 6 July: Re-engage UK Reducing loneliness and isolation for older LGBTQ+ people
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🚌 20 July: Travel Somerset THINKTRAVEL new website helping people access public transport with a new useful journey planner
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🎰 28 July: GamCare Support and awareness training for Women and young people gambling and gaming – hidden dangers
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📣 Want to take part and SHOUT about the organisation or community project you are passionate about? Contact christineb@somersetrcc.org.uk or message the Talking Cafe page!
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New Stronger 4 Longer Campaign
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Somerset Activity and Sports Partnership (SASP) have launched a new Stronger 4 Longer campaign, encouraging people aged 50 to 65 to build strength through everyday movement to enable them to stay well, feel younger and protect their future health.
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The Stronger 4 Longer website provides facts and information on why strength building is particularly important for 50-65 year olds. As we age, our muscles naturally get weaker. A sedentary lifestyle can speed this up, and since the Covid-19 pandemic hit, the UK working population has never been less active. Over time, an inactive lifestyle can dramatically increase the risk of falls and associated injuries later in life.
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The campaign will be promoted across Somerset on social media, in local newspapers and in public spaces such as GP surgeries, libraries and public transport. Please share the resources and information widely with your networks.
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Suicide Alertness Courses
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Public Health in conjunction with Every Life Matters has launched a series of online 3.5-hour suicide alertness courses and 90-minute suicide awareness courses that will run throughout the next 12 months.
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The aim is to reduce the stigma attached to suicide, increase understanding of when someone is at risk of suicide, raise awareness of how to practically support someone, and the range of services and resources available for people in our communities experiencing suicidal thoughts.
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Please share this information within your teams and wider communities. As we go forward more course dates will be added. Please appreciate that due to anticipated demand we cannot accept multiple applications on to one course from any one department or organisation.
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We want to hear from you
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Your feedback is valuable to us and we'd like to receive more from you and your communities. Information on issues you are spotting locally will help us to reduce barriers to accessing healthcare. Use the button below to give us your details and we'll give you a call back.
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Local Helplines
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Mendip District Council call 0300 303 8588
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Sedgemoor District Council call 0300 303 7800
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South Somerset District Council call 01935 462462
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Somerset West and Taunton Council call 0300 304 8000
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Somerset County Council call 0300 123 22224
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Resources and Further Information:
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