We have added 15 new services over the past month including Brighter Living. Brighter Living is a new charity whose aim is to help the elderly community, bringing people together in Armchair Yoga and Ki Gong exercise sessions in the community centres around the Surrey area. Find out more about what they offer, venues and times on the Connected Kingston website.
Connected Kingston Champions
Becoming a fully fledged champion
There are currently three parts to the Connected Kingston Champions training:
Face to face Connected Kingston Champions training
Making Every Contact Count online training
Using the Connected Kingston website to make a 'connection' or signpost a resident, student or colleague to a service
If you have achieved all three please email info@connectedkingston.uk so that we can invite you to a special awards ceremony on 4th December at the Mayor's Parlour- cake is included!
We know that many of you may have had issues with the online training, if you would like us to support you either by running a 30 minute session for your team or helping you to get onto the training platform please do email us.
The cold and damp weather, ice, snow, and high winds can all aggravate existing health problems and make people more vulnerable to illnesses. Ensure that your clients receive the support they need this winter by:
Encouraging them to keep warm:Thinking Works offers a free service to support vulnerable residents in Kingston
Highlighting local pharmacy services: Local pharmacists can provide advice on medicines clients may need to stock up on to stay well over winter.
Promoting free flu vaccinations to eligible groups: Groups of residents, such as those over 65 and children aged between 2 and 3, that are at risk of developing serious complications from the flu are eligible for a free flu jab. Clients can find out more by visiting their local pharmacy.
Events
World Mental Health Day
On World Mental Health Day (10th October) Mind in Kingston held a bake sale to raise funds for the fantastic work they do. Mind provide a range of services designed to support people with mental health issues in the local community. This includes a drop in cafe, a football team, community allotment and counselling. You can find your local services run by Mind in the Borough on the Connected Kingston website.
Training updates
Following new developments on the Connected Kingston website we have updated our Champion training materials and are offering short refresher sessions to support you. Contact us at info@connectedkingston.co.uk to arrange a tailored session for your team.
If you have team members that need to be trained please do contact us at info@connectedkingston.co.uk to arrange a suitable date.
Feedback
Are we missing something?
We are constantly adding new services and improving the way you can search on www.connectedkingston.uk. If you feel we are missing a local service however big or small please do let us know by emailing info@connectedkingston.uk.