Winter Preparedness
With colder weather fast approaching, it’s time to start thinking about how to stay safe and well this winter period. VAST and Support Staffordshire have created this Winter Preparedness Guide with top tips.
Sleep Problems
A few sleepless nights are usually nothing to worry about, but it can become an issue if a lack of sleep starts to affect your daily life. Learn more about the signs of sleep deprivation and what you can do about it.
Thank You
Thank You! Thank you for supporting the North Midlands LGBT Older Peoples Group. Your donation helps us provide free support for everyone that needs us.
Mental Health Help From Others
Get Help From Others There is no shame in seeking help. There are people and organisations that care about you and want to help you feel better. If you feel low, anxious or depressed talk to your GP or contact one of the organisations we have listed below. If you are concerned about an immediate […]
Free fun singing sessions
These free fun singing sessions have loads of benefits for our mental and physical health. It doesn’t matter whether you can sing in tune or not: the health benefits will still be the same! Find out more and come and join us…
Free Sighted Guide Training
Sighted guide training teaches you how to guide a person with sight loss, with confidence, skill and empathy. This free one hour training session offered by the Guide Dogs charity will give you the basic skills you need.
Get Help With Digital Skills
We work in partnership with The Beth Johnson Foundation to offer access to a “Tea and Tech Drop-in” where you can get support to learn basic digital skills including setting up or using your own devices. Find out more including dates of upcoming sessions…
FREE HIV Self Tests
Many people who have HIV do not know that they have it. To help prevent the spread of HIV, Staffordshire Sexual Health Charity (SSHC) are offering free self-testing kits.
Free Storytelling Workshops
Stories are an important part of how we make sense of our own lives and the experiences of our community. These workshops offer a safe space to create and share short stories that reflect our lives.
Manage High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure is the third biggest risk factor for disease and disability in England after smoking and poor diet.
