North Central London · 2019. 8. 7. · Instructor-led health walks across the borough on a weekly...
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North Central London
Transcript of North Central London · 2019. 8. 7. · Instructor-led health walks across the borough on a weekly...
North Central London
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Contents National Signposting .................................................................................................. 3
Healthy Living...................................................................................................... 3
Barnet ......................................................................................................................... 4
Smoking Cessation ............................................................................................. 4
Physical Activity .................................................................................................. 4
Alcohol and Drugs ............................................................................................... 6
Enfield ........................................................................................................................ 7
Smoking Cessation ............................................................................................. 7
Physical Activity .................................................................................................. 7
Other ................................................................................................................... 8
Camden ...................................................................................................................... 8
Smoking cessation .............................................................................................. 8
Physical Activity .................................................................................................. 9
Mental Health .................................................................................................... 10
Weight Management ......................................................................................... 10
Alcohol and Drugs ............................................................................................. 10
Other ................................................................................................................. 10
Islington .................................................................................................................... 11
Smoking cessation ............................................................................................ 11
Physical activity ................................................................................................. 12
Mental health..................................................................................................... 13
Weight management ......................................................................................... 13
Alcohol and Drugs ............................................................................................. 14
Other ................................................................................................................. 14
Haringey ................................................................................................................... 15
Smoking Cessation ........................................................................................... 15
Physical Activity ................................................................................................ 16
Mental Health and Mindfulness ......................................................................... 17
Weight Management ......................................................................................... 17
Alcohol and Drugs ............................................................................................. 18
Other ................................................................................................................. 18
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National Signposting
Healthy Living Healthy Weight
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-weight/ Healthy Lifestyles
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/healthy-body/ Smoking
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/quit-smoking/ Nutrition
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/eat-well/ Physical Activity Guidelines
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise/ Active10
https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/active10/home Sleep
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/sleep-and-tiredness/ Alcohol Consumption
https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/alcohol-support/ Mood
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/stress-anxiety-depression/ Mental Health Support https://www.good-thinking.uk/
My Possible Self :The NHS-featured mental health and wellbeing app https://www.mypossibleself.com/
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Barnet
Smoking Cessation Pharmacy and GP-based Stop Smoking Support https://barnet.gov.uk/citizen-home/public-health/stop-smoking-support.html Free and confidential one to one support services over five weeks for people aged 12 and over. Also available for pregnant women and those who smoke shisha.
Physical Activity Health Walks (£2.80 per walk) 020 8359 7150 www.barnet.gov.uk/onthemove Various locations including Totteridge, Hampstead Heath, Friary Park, Woodside Park and Finchley Central. Instructor-led health walks across the borough on a weekly basis. Includes additional exercises to challenge your physical fitness and develop strength and conditioning. For anyone over the age of 18. The walks are graded with varying difficulty so suitable for most people. Marked and Measured Routes 020 8359 4600 www.barnet.gov.uk/citizen-home/parks-sport-and-leisure/parks-and-open-spaces/sport-and-fitness-in-barnet-parks/marked-and-measured-routes Marked and Measured Routes are pre-plotted routes of 1k, 2.5k or 5k which can be walked, run or cycled at your own pace - all for free.
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Better Walks Barnet – FREE 0208 201 0982 [email protected] www.walkingforhealth.org.uk/walkfinder/better-walks-barnet A new Walking for Health scheme that currently runs two weekly walks from two leisure centres in the area with an instructor. Park Run - FREE www.parkrun.org.uk/oak-hill/ Organised weekly 5km run (9am Saturday) Can be enjoyed at any pace at your own pace. Age UK Barnet – Over 50s www.ageuk.org.uk/barnet/activities-and-events/exercise/ A variety of activities, including indoor and outdoor classes for all levels and abilities. Various locations. Friend In Need (FIN) 020 8449 8225 http://www.fin-eastbarnet.org.uk/ourservices.htm [email protected] Exercise to music, Yoga classes, Tai Chi class, Tuesday lunch club, massage therapy, IT for beginners and lace making club. Aimed at Over 50s, but suitable for anyone. Saracens Foundation 0203 675 7257 www.saracens.com/foundation/health-wellbeing/love-2-move [email protected]. Pilates, Nordic Walking and Dance in a friendly and relaxed environment. Suitable for men and women over 50.
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University of the third age (U3A) http://barnetu3a.org.uk/ Suitable for people no longer in full time employment. Over 170 groups offering a huge variety of activities to boost your physical, social and mental wellbeing. Small membership fee.
Alcohol and Drugs WDP Barnet Adult Substance Misuse Service 0300 303 2866
www.wdp.org.uk/find-us/london/barnet-0 [email protected]
For Barnet residents aged 18 and over, as well as their families and carers. A free Service offering assessment, support, counseling and access to rehabilitation. As well as education, training and employment.
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Enfield
Smoking Cessation Stop Smoking London 0300 123 1044 www.stopsmokinglondon.com
Support and information available to help stop smoking with tools and resources to support you through the journey.
Physical Activity Active Enfield 020 8807 6680
https://www.activeenfield.co.uk/whats-on Physical activity programmes focusing on children and older people. Classes for adults include, Nordic walking, tai chi, over 50s swimming, social dance, badminton, over 50s tennis and many more. Active with Ease, Enfield Contact your local leisure centre or all other enquiries: [email protected] Albany leisure centre Edmonton leisure centre Southbury leisure centre Southgate leisure centre 12 week programme – only £6. Variety of different activities on offer including swimming, Zumba, Pilates, Tai chi and mixed gym exercises. Suitable for Adults 16 years and over who have health issues (including Diabetes).
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Energise Enfield – Women Get Active (Ladies only, 16 years and over) Edmonton Leisure Centre: 0208 375 3750 [email protected] Green Towers Community Centre Angel Community Centre Wilbury Primary School Brettenham Primary School New Options Centre The Qube, Ponders End Starks Field Primary School 12 week programme – only £6. Variety of different activities on offer including Zumba, Pilates and Circuits.
Other Fall-Stop Service Exercise 020 8375 4106 [email protected] Overseen by Age UK. Light exercise classes or Tai Chi classes.This is for anyone over the age of 50 who has had a fall or at risk of falls.
Camden
Smoking cessation Breathe Stop Smoking 020 3633 2609 [email protected] Text: QUIT to 66777 https://www.breathestopsmoking.org/ Contact the team via telephone or on their website to book a one-to-one appointment with one of their personal stop smoke advisors.
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Physical Activity
Good Gym 02034323920 [email protected] https://www.goodgym.org/contact GoodGym helps you get fit by doing good. They are a group of runners that combines regular exercise with helping our communities.
Camden Health Walks 0207 974 4444 https://www.camden.gov.uk/camden-health-walks
Free weekly health walks. Organised walks that are relaxed, friendly and a great chance to meet new people. At each of the walks, there are toilets and benches along the route. Many of the walks also finish at cafes for social opportunities.
Out Door Gyms 0207 974 4444 https://www.camden.gov.uk/outdoor-gyms
Alf Barrett Playground (Holborn) Bramber Green (Kings Cross) Cantelowes Gardens Cumberland Market Open Space Kilburn Grange Park Lismore Circus Maygrove Peace Park Polygon Open Space Swiss Cottage (outside of the Sports Centre)
These are open to everyone and free to use. Outdoor Gyms have a variety of equipment for strength, cardio and toning workouts and are easy to use.
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Mental Health
Camden and Islington Psychological Therapies Services- iCOPE 0203 317 7600 [email protected] http://icope.nhs.uk/self-referral/ Free Support for stress, worry, depression and insomnia.
Weight Management
Rebalance 02079741741 [email protected] http://www.camden.gov.uk/ccm/content/leisure/sports-and-activities/lose-weight/ Free 12 week group weight management programme at local leisure or community centres. It offers healthy eating guidance, opportunities and support to become more active.
Alcohol and Drugs
Drugs and Alcohol 0203 553 0324 [email protected] https://www.recovery.org.uk/ Contact the team for a confidential discussion about drug/ alcohol problems.
Other
Wish+ Camden 020 7974 3012 [email protected] http://cindex.camden.gov.uk/kb5/camden/cd/service.page?id=8-urZIoxzH4
https://www.camden.gov.uk/ccm/content/social-care-and-health/health-in-
camden/wish-plus/
The WISH+ referral hub is a way for Camden residents to get access to a range of Warmth, Income, Safety and Health services.
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Age UK Camden (Age Concern Camden) 020 7239 0400 [email protected] http://www.ageukcamden.org.uk Services and support to older citizens in Camden.
Healthwatch Camden
020 7383 2402 http://www.healthwatchcamden.co.uk/ [email protected]
Healthwatch is a health and social care organisation. They give out information and advice and champion equality for local people.
Islington
Smoking cessation Breathe Stop Smoking 020 3633 2609 [email protected] https://www.breathestopsmoking.org Contact the team via telephone or on their website to book a one to one appointment with one of their personal stop smoke advisors. Smoke Free Islington 020 3316 1043 0800 093 9030 [email protected] http://www.whittington.nhs.uk/default.asp?c=2761 A stop smoking service running clinics throughout the week, staffed by experienced stop smoking advisors who provide one-to-one advice and support.
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Physical activity Islington Tennis Centre Market Road, London, N7 9PL 020 3793 6880
http://www.better.org.uk/leisure-centre/london/islington/islingtontc Indoor and outdoor tennis centre and gym open to everyone with multiple membership options available. Good Gym 02034323920 [email protected] https://www.goodgym.org/contact GoodGym helps you get fit by doing good. They are a group of runners that combines regular exercise with helping our communities. Exercise On Referral 020 3474 0066 [email protected]
http://www.aquaterra.org/about/health-community/
A 12 week programme offering a range of activities including: Gym and studio classes, swimming lessons, aqua aerobics, Nordic walking and green gym sessions plus other seasonal activities. Referral from GP only.
Sobell Leisure Centre
London, N7 7NY 02076092166 https://www.better.org.uk/leisure-centre/london/islington/sobell Gym, fitness studios, personal training, badminton, ice skating, swimming, squash courts and a climbing wall.
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Women’s Only Walking Group 020 7700 6464 http://www.thevillagepractice.org/info.aspx?p=15&pr=F83664&t=1&high=walking The Village Practice 115 Isledon Road London N77JJ The Village Practice Staff will be running a weekly walking group for women only! Every Tuesday 11:30-12:15.
Mental health
Camden and Islington Psychological Therapies Services- iCOPE 0203 317 7252 http://icope.nhs.uk/self-referral/ [email protected] Free Support for stress, worry, depression and insomnia.
Mindfulness For Health 020 7272 1585 http://www.stjohnsway.nhs.uk/ 96 St. John's Way Archway London, N19 3RN A practical guide to relieving pain, reducing stress and restoring wellbeing.
Weight management Rebalance 02079741741 [email protected] Free 12week group weight management programme at local leisure or community centres. It offers healthy eating guidance, opportunities and support to become more active. Referral by health professional or GP.
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Young People Families Weight Management 020 33168034 or 07774331493 [email protected] Visit the website to access information on diet and physical activities in Islington.
Alcohol and Drugs
Islington Drug and Alcohol Helpline 0808 800 0019
http://directory.islington.gov.uk/kb5/islington/directory/service.page?id=ROfZE9WzxyM
Contact the team for a confidential discussion about drug/ alcohol problems.
Other Supported employment for people with a health condition 020 3317 6043 [email protected] [email protected] www.candi.nhs.uk/IPS-employment-trial This service consists of employment specialists in a GP surgery or community clinic supporting people with a long-term health condition and/or disability to find employment.
Get back on track: Helping Islington stay in work 0800 389 0177 https://www.shaw-trust.org.uk/Services/Get-Back-On-Track [email protected] Get Back on Track is a FREE service designed to support individuals at risk of becoming unemployed due to ill health.
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Islington Age UK Navigation Service 020 7281 6018 [email protected] http://www.ageuk.org.uk/islington/contact-us/ Islington residents aged over 16 years old, their relatives, supporters, carers and friends, can all access services to improve their quality of life – no matter what challenge is being faced. SHINE Islington 0800 953 1221 / 0207 527 2121 http://directory.islington.gov.uk/kb5/islington/directory/service.page?id=_42tlEozyz8 SHINE makes sure that you get all the help you need to stay warm, increase income and stay healthy in your home. SHINE gives practical advice and refers to schemes that reduce the risks associated with hot or cold weather.
Haringey
Smoking Cessation One You Haringey 020 8885 9095 http://www.oneyouharingey.org/ One You Haringey provides Haringey residents with a range of health advice and support to get fitter, achieve a healthy weight, quit smoking, drink less and get an NHS Health Check. You can self- refer by registering online and sign up.
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Physical Activity
Good Gym 0203 432 3920 [email protected] https://www.goodgym.org/contact GoodGym helps you get fit by doing good. They are a group of runners that combines regular exercise with helping our communities. GP Gym 020 8888 1736
https://www.bggp.co.uk/services/gp-gym/
The service is a weekly exercise class which includes a personal trainer and a motivation coach. Please speak to the receptionist or your GP regarding registration forms or Register online
Walking for Health 020 8885 7307 [email protected] http://www.haringey.gov.uk/parking-roads-and-travel/travel/walking/walking-groups
45 minutes to 1 hour walking groups Monday to Saturday across Haringey. Self Refer through the website or by phone.
OurParks
0800 111 4464 [email protected]
https://ourparks.org.uk/ FREE exercise classes available in Haringey, sessions include Yoga, Abs Workout, Circuit, Bootcamps, Run Classes. Our free exercise classes are suitable for all levels of fitness and are open to participants 16 and over.
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Mental Health and Mindfulness Psychological Therapies service in Haringey – Mind 020 8340 2474 [email protected] http://www.mindinharingey.org.uk/index.asp Seek advice, help and support for mental health problems. GP or other NHS statutory staff can refer or you can contact the Service directly for a self-referral. The Free Mindfulness Project and online resources (Web based) [email protected] http://www.freemindfulness.org/ The aim of The Free Mindfulness Project is to provide easy and free access to mindfulness meditation exercises by inviting the wider mindfulness community to share their resources. The focus of this site is mindfulness as practiced in mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) and other closely related approaches.
Weight Management Bags of Taste 077 5950 0485 [email protected] http://www.bagsoftaste.org/ Hands-on cooking classes that are also great fun. We teach people who are struggling with food costs to eat better, for less. Their delicious recipes are sourced from around the world and are all designed to cost less than £1.00 per head. At the end of every lesson you can buy bags of ingredients at a cost of £3.00 each, with enough food included for four meals, so you can try cooking it again (and again) at home.
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Alcohol and Drugs HAGA 020 8800 6999 [email protected] http://www.haga.co.uk/ HAGA’s vision is for everyone to be able to access support and treatment for alcohol when they need it.
Other Citizens Advice Bureau - Haringey 0300 330 1187 [email protected] https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/local/haringey/ This charity provides free, confidential and impartial advice and campaign on big issues affecting people's lives. Embrace Community Support Centre 0802 801 9224 [email protected] http://www.embraceuk.org/ Promotes any charitable purpose for the benefit of disadvantaged groups including migrants and refugees, specialising in sexual health
Haringey Association of Voluntary and Community Organisations 020 3771 0104 [email protected] https://havcoharingey.org.uk/ HAVCO is the umbrella organisation (or Council for Voluntary Service) for the voluntary and community sector in Haringey
