World Wellbeing Week: How Derby residents can boost their wellbeing in these tough times
From a walk in the park to a mindful craft group, there are lots of ways you can look after you
It is World Wellbeing Week - and as the name suggests, it aims to raise awareness of the importance of making sure you are healthy and happy.
People are encouraged to look after the wellbeing of themselves, loved ones and others in their community during the week - and beyond.
There are a range of services available to Derby residents to support them with this.
Councillor Alison Martin, cabinet member for integrated adult care and health at Derby City Council, said: “The wellbeing of our residents is a priority every week and not just for World Wellbeing Week.
“However, the week offers us a great opportunity to remind residents of the support available to them to support their wellbeing.
“From the over 375 parks and open spaces that residents can access to boost their wellbeing naturally, to all our health, community and voluntary partners we work with, there is support available for anyone who needs it.”
Derby City Council provides social care teams to provide support to children, families and adults to improve their health and wellbeing.
The council has also worked closely with Community Action Derby to put together a hub of information with ways to individually improve wellbeing and more formal help such as accessing NHS mental health support.
Staywell Derby is a non-profit social enterprise with a mission to improve the mental and emotional wellbeing of the city’s residents.
It offers groups and events to meet like-minded people which helps your wellbeing by staying busy and forming connections.
Staywell believes that wellbeing is important because it will help you manage life, feel better and achieve your goals.
Derbyshire Mind provides community mental wellbeing services through activities, groups and courses.
The activities include fortnightly walks-and-talks at Markeaton Park and a mindful craft group at the Quad.
The aim of these services is to help your feel part of a community, boost your mood and help you enjoy life.
More wellbeing services in Derby can be found on the Derby and Derbyshire Emotional Health and Wellbeing website.