Healthy Leicestershire

07/08/2026

Exam results season is upon us and for many of our young people this can be a time of heightened anxiety, uncertainty and stress.

As part of the 5 Ways to Wellbeing campaign, we are currently raising awareness of Take Notice, encouraging us to be mindful of our thoughts, feelings and surroundings. Taking a moment to pause and focus on the present can help manage stress and build emotional resilience.

A simple grounding technique can be a useful tool for adults to practise themselves and share with the young people they support, helping to reduce feelings of overwhelm during challenging times.

To learn more about this short activity and discover other ways to take notice, visit the Take Notice page on Start A Conversation:
https://orlo.uk/mCkNa

07/08/2026

Valuable advice from Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service. Make sure to stay safe

Seeking ways to keep cool during this relentless hot summer is understandable, but please, please stay safe around water 🌊 It's tempting to cool off in lakes and reservoirs – but open water can be much colder and deeper than it looks.

🚨 If you see someone in difficulty:
📞 Call 999 and ask for the Fire & Rescue Service if inland
🗣️ Encourage them to float
🛟 Throw them something that floats if you can
❌ Never enter the water yourself

For more information, visit: https://orlo.uk/9IkPb

05/08/2026

Safina Jamal, Local Area Coordinator for Wigston, explains what she loves most about her role: "Helping people connect is something I am truly passionate about. Seeing individuals build meaningful relationships, strengthen their support networks and become more involved in their communities is incredibly fulfilling."

Read Safina's full blog here: https://orlo.uk/ciV51

05/08/2026

Summer health kick? ☀️🏃

Time to kick the habit too - our specialist QuitReady advisors are here to help you every step of the way 🚭

You're 3 times more likely to quit smoking for good with support 🤝

Contact us today to join a completely FREE 12 week programme that works around you 👇
https://orlo.uk/ME5fi

01/08/2026

A wonderful sight in Cosby! 🧶

The Gather Create Grow team has once again transformed the village with its annual Yarn Bomb, bringing colour, creativity and community spirit to local streets. Residents and visitors have been enjoying the displays and celebrating the imagination and dedication behind them.

Gather Create Grow is also a recognised Mental Health Friendly Place, offering a welcoming and inclusive space where people can connect with others, develop new skills, build confidence and access support.

Projects like this do more than brighten the village. They help bring people together, encourage conversation and support wellbeing across the community.

To find out more, get involved, or try something new, contact Gather Create Grow at [email protected].

To learn more about Mental Health Friendly Places, visit our website for more information:
https://orlo.uk/0qKHn

31/07/2026

Disagreements happen in every relationship, and healthy communication is something we’re all learning. What matters most is how conflict is handled.

Children learn from the adults around them, and seeing calm conversations, compromise and problem-solving can help them build healthy relationship skills too.

If things feel difficult at home, support is available. Find out more about healthy relationships and family support through the Leicestershire Family Hubs:

https://orlo.uk/XuMpP

31/07/2026

See the information below from Active Together (Partners) for information on their Sport Welfare workshop this August 👇

NEW Sport Welfare workshop this August ‼️👀

We’re partnering with NSPCC and Ann Craft Trust to help sports clubs gain the knowledge and confidence to recognise concerns early, take action and create a safer environment in your club.

In 1 hour you will:
→ Recognise the different types of concerns that can arise in clubs
→ Understand how positive club cultures support early action
→ Learn the role of policies and codes of conduct
→ Know when concerns can be managed locally and when they should be escalated
→ Understand the importance of recording concerns and actions taken

📅 Wednesday 12th August
⏰ 7-8pm
💻 Online

Book your place for FREE: https://ow.ly/wuPb50ZuW5R

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30/07/2026

Valuable information on getting 2 doses of the MenB vaccine 👇

Add getting your 2 doses of the 🦠vaccine to your summer checklist before you head off to university for the first time.

can spread easily in confined spaces such as university halls and social settings so it’s important to get vaccinated 💉with both doses ahead of the autumn term.

To book click here: www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/vaccination-and-booking-services/book-a-menb-vaccination-appointment/

28/07/2026

Take a look at what's on offer from Active Mums Club next month 🚶🏼‍♀️

August ☀️👣
Join us this week for buggy walks, fresh air, friendly chats and a little time for you 💚
No matter where you are on your motherhood journey, pregnant, postnatal, or beyond, you're always welcome.
✨ Multiple locations
✨ Friendly community
✨ Move at your own pace
💚 Register via the link in our bio
📍 Find all event details on Facebook
Who's joining us this week? 👇

28/07/2026

Take a look at the information below from the Local Resilience Forum for Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland following the latest amber heat health warning coming into force this week.

It contains valuable advice on how to protect yourself and your loved ones, how to help reduce the risk of wildfires and the risks of swimming in open water 👇

The latest amber heat health warning comes into force this week, increasing heat-related risks for people and places.

To protect yourself and your loved ones:
• Stay hydrated and keep out of the sun at its hottest (11am – 3pm)
• Check in on vulnerable neighbours and relatives

Help reduce the risk of wildfires:
• Take litter home, especially glass bottles
• Dispose of ci******es safely
• Avoid barbeques or open flames in dry grassland areas
• Report fires immediately by calling 999

Please also remind young people (and others) to avoid swimming in open water, however tempting it looks. Use your local swimming pool instead.

Find lots more free information and resources on coping with extreme heat and other risks from our Risk Ready Communities team here 👉🏽 https://orlo.uk/fgcww



Communities Prepared Groundwork Five Counties NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service Met Office