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28/04/2026

It will soon be Naturally Healthy May! Get outside, enjoy nature, and boost your wellbeing. Go for a walk or wheel, try a local activity, have a picnic, or simply pause and listen to birdsong. Join in and feel happier and healthier this May! For more ideas, take a look at our blog and take time to truly enjoy this magical month of celebration. https://activedevon.org/naturally-healthy-ideas-to-get-started/ Devon Local Nature Partnership

Wherever you live in the county there are many to connect to nature and be naturally healthy and active. Here’s a few ideas to get started.

28/04/2026

Leap Workshops, are a new programme of FREE neurodiversity workshops for families and professionals across Devon and Torbay.

Delivered in collaboration with Parent Carer Forum Devon, Family Voice Torbay and Children and Family Health Devon (CFHD), these sessions are designed to help you better understand and support children and young people with SEND.

Topics include:
• Autism & related needs
• Sensory processing
• Masking
• Dyslexia
• Supporting independence

Spaces are limited, so head to the link and search Leap Workshops or visit: https://leapworkshops.org/

27/04/2026

Childhood vaccinations are one of the safest and most effective ways to protect children from serious diseases.

Vaccines help the immune system recognise and fight infections like measles, meningitis and whooping cough before they can cause harm. By keeping up to date with vaccinations, you are not only protecting your child but also helping protect vulnerable people in the wider community.

Without vaccination, children are at higher risk of serious illness, complications, hospitalisation and, in some cases, long-term health problems. Outbreaks of preventable diseases can spread more easily when vaccination rates drop.

Benefits of childhood vaccinations include:
• Protection against serious and potentially life-threatening diseases 💉🛡️
• Reduced spread of infections in schools and communities 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦✨
• Long-term protection and peace of mind 💙🌿
• Helping protect those who cannot be vaccinated ⚠️💛

Keeping vaccinations up to date is a simple step that can make a lifelong difference. 💙✨

Learn about NHS vaccinations and when to have them: https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/nhs-vaccinations-and-when-to-have-them/

24/04/2026

MS Awareness Week is a chance to raise awareness of Multiple Sclerosis and support those living with the condition.

MS affects the brain and spinal cord and can cause a wide range of symptoms, including fatigue, vision problems, numbness, muscle stiffness and difficulties with balance or coordination. Symptoms can vary greatly from person to person, which is why understanding and awareness are so important.

There are still many myths about MS, which can lead to misunderstanding and stigma. Learning the facts can help people feel more supported and informed, whether you are living with MS or supporting someone who is. 💙🧠✨

Learn more about MS and support available: https://mstrust.org.uk
Read about common myths and facts about MS: https://patient.info/features/brain-nerves/myths-about-multiple-sclerosis-you-need-to-stop-believing

24/04/2026

Do you or someone you know struggle with addiction? If so, check out these peer support groups to help support you.

Do you want individual help and support, self refer to Torbay Recovery Initiatives drug and alcohol services - Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust https://share.google/xcR8byBE2zL2Y9HqB

23/04/2026

22/04/2026

22/04/2026

Diabetic eye screening is an important part of diabetes care and helps protect your sight. Diabetes can damage the small blood vessels in the eyes, leading to a condition called diabetic retinopathy, which can cause vision loss if not detected early. Screening checks for early signs before you notice any changes, meaning treatment can start sooner and help prevent serious damage.

If you have diabetes and are aged 12 or over, you will usually be invited for screening every 1–2 years. The test is quick and involves taking photographs of the back of your eyes to check for any changes.

Attending your screening appointment can:
• Detect problems early before symptoms develop 👁️✨
• Help prevent or reduce sight loss 💙🩺
• Support long-term eye health as part of your diabetes care 🌿📊

Even if your vision feels fine, it’s important to attend when invited. 💙✨

Learn more about diabetic eye screening: https://www.nhs.uk/tests-and-treatments/diabetic-eye-screening/

22/04/2026

Free Parent Support Course (8 Weeks) | Starts 28/29 April
Great News, Parents & Carers!

Are you supporting a child or young person aged 8+ with their mental health? You don't have to do it alone. 💜

Therapeutic Support Services CIC and People's Parkfield —funded by the National Lottery Community Fund 🍀 — are offering a FREE 8-Week Parent Support Course — and places are now open! 🎉

Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, self-harm, or trauma in your child, this course was built for you. Parents and carers of neurodivergent children experiencing mental health difficulties are also warmly welcome. 🧡

What you'll get:
✅ Real, practical tools to support your child
✅ Education around children's mental health
✅ Understanding behaviour as communication
✅ Trauma-informed, compassion-based approaches
✅ Support for your wellbeing too
✅ Peer connection with other parents who truly get it

Two formats to fit your life:
🏫 In-Person — Wednesdays, 11:30am–1:30pm @ People's Parkfield, Paignton (29 April – 24 June 2026)

💻 Online via Zoom — Tuesdays, 6:30pm–8:30pm
(28 April – 23 June 2026)

⚠️ Places are limited and allocated through an application process — so don't wait!

👉 Read the full course guidance and apply via the link below
https://www.therapeuticsupportservices.com/parent_support_hub_courses.html

21/04/2026

See below for details of Tissues and Issues’ Parent & Carer support group.

20/04/2026

Smoking affects nearly every part of your body, increasing the risk of serious conditions like cancer, heart disease and stroke. Quitting smoking is one of the best things you can do for your health, and the benefits start almost immediately. It can also have a big impact on your finances, with the cost of smoking adding up over time. Understanding both the health and financial impact can be a powerful motivator to quit. 💷🚭💙✨

Reasons to quit smoking include:
• Improved heart and lung health ❤️🫁✨
• Reduced risk of cancer and serious illness 🎗️💙
• More energy and better overall wellbeing ⚡🌿
• Saving money every week and year 💷📊

Small steps can lead to big changes, and support is available to help you quit for good. 💙🚭✨

Use the smoking cost calculator: https://patient.info/healthy-living/smoking-cost-calculator
Learn about the true impact of smoking: https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/quit-smoking/why-quit-smoking/understanding-the-true-impact-of-smoking/

20/04/2026

🎾 Give Walking Tennis a go! 🎾

Fancy playing tennis at a gentler pace? Walking Tennis is perfect for anyone who wants to enjoy the game without running or jumping — you can even let the ball bounce twice!

Ideal if you’re returning from injury, building confidence, new to tennis, or simply prefer a more relaxed style of play. It’s slower paced, supportive and just as much fun.

📅 Thursdays: Starts 23 April 2026
⏰ 10:00 – 11:00
📍 Local tennis courts
💷 FREE
✅ Open Court | Inclusive | All welcome

Pop along, take your time and enjoy tennis at your own pace — no pressure, just plenty of smiles and rallies.

👉 Book your free place now: https://orlo.uk/r63v7