Tags: east of england
Willow Tree: Skills and safety
https://www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/projects-we-fund/project-stories/willow-tree-stores-skills-and-safetyWe have a big county lines issue here [the transportation of drugs across county borders]. People with a learning disability are often used as runners because the gangs know that…
LGBTQ+ Youth Groups in Fenland: Cost of living affecting members and staff
https://www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/projects-we-fund/project-stories/lgbtq-youth-groups-in-fenland-cost-of-living-affecting-members-and-staffSince the cost of living crisis we have created a free shop in our office that’s a clothing swap and a place to access food. We’ve seen the amount of…
Wings Great Yarmouth: Expression through arts
https://www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/projects-we-fund/project-stories/wings-great-yarmouth-expression-through-artsAn artist came in who helped us draw pieces inspired by our stories, our emotions – not necessarily in the negative but in the positive feelings of having worked through…
Wings Great Yarmouth
https://www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/projects-we-fund/projects/wings-great-yarmouthWings Great Yarmouth provides an opportunity for people with experienced traumatic sexual harassment and intimidation to support one another through discussion and the creation of art. It will provide fortnightly…
LGBTQ+ Youth Groups in Fenland
https://www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/projects-we-fund/projects/lgbtq-youth-groups-in-fenlandLGBTQ+ Youth Groups in Fenland supports young people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender or who are questioning their sexuality or gender identity in the Wisbech and March areas…
LGBTQ+ Youth Groups in Fenland: Making a difference
https://www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/projects-we-fund/project-stories/lgbtq-youth-groups-in-fenland-making-a-differenceA lot of members socialise outside of group time, but what’s lovely is that although they’ve created friendship groups, all of them still come to our group sessions every…
Local Conversation in Kirkley: Making a more accessible community
https://www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/projects-we-fund/project-stories/local-conversation-in-kirkley-making-a-more-accessible-communityOne example where we’ve made a tangible difference is with First Light festival, a multi arts festival in Lowestoft that runs live music, well-being events, science events and screenings all…
New funding available for local groups in parts of East England
https://www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/news/press-releases/new-funding-available-for-local-groups-in-parts-of-east-englandLocal groups with great ideas to make their communities an even better place to live are now invited to apply for funding. People’s Health Trust has just opened Active Communities…
Great Yarmouth and Gorleston Young Carers: friendship and education
https://www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/projects-we-fund/project-stories/helping-young-carers-great-yarmouth-and-gorleston-young-carers"When I first met Peter he told me his story. From 17 years old, he was responsible for the care of his mum, who suffers from a long-term physical health…
New funding available for local groups in parts of Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire and Oxfordshire
https://www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/news/press-releases/new-funding-available-for-local-groups-in-parts-of-bedfordshire-buckinghamshire-hampshire-and-oxfordshireLocal groups with great ideas to make their communities an even better place to live are now invited to apply for funding. People’s Health Trust has just launched Active Communities…
Puddle Ducks - parents and tots group
https://www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/projects-we-fund/projects/puddle-ducks-parents-and-tots-groupPuddle Ducks - parents and tots group aimed to reduce social isolation experienced by parents of pre-school children and increase confidence and wellbeing. Participants can also shape the project by…
Get Set Youth
https://www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/projects-we-fund/projects/get-set-youthYellow Door, who provide information, advice, support and advocacy services to young people, identified a need to support young people’s social networks and wellbeing and to reduce the risk of…
The Voice cLoud: Community power in coastal communities
https://www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/news/stories/the-voice-cloud-community-power-in-coastal-communitiesA new report by the Chief Medical Officer has found there are high concentrations of chronic diseases and lower life expectancy in England’s coastal towns. Whilst a focus on health…
Local Conversation in Haverhill South is taking action to support young people
https://www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/news/stories/local-conversation-in-haverhill-south-is-taking-action-to-support-young-peopleThe Local Conversation in Haverhill South, funded by People’s Health Trust using money raised by Health Lottery East, supports people living in a neighbourhood experiencing high levels of disadvantage. Mental…
International Women’s Day: Exploring COVID-19 barriers for women
https://www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/news/stories/international-womens-day-exploring-covid-19-barriers-for-womenMonday 8 March marked International Women’s Day. It is also nearly one year since the UK went into the first lockdown due to the pandemic. COVID-19 has had different impacts…
South Street Kids
https://www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/news/stories/south-street-kidsIpswich Community Media CIC and their two-year project South Street Kids runs weekly creative workshops in arts, music and media specifically designed for and by young people living in Westgate…
Get Set Youth project evaluation
https://www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/publications/case-studies/canvey-get-set-youthThe project was funded, through Health Lottery East, as part of People’s Health Trust’s Active Communities programme. The project was evaluated by Ecorys as part of the independent evaluation of…
A-lot-tment of success
https://www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/news/stories/a-lot-tment-of-successCommunity Action Suffolk has been supporting a Local Conversation in Haverhill South, Suffolk, since 2014. Through the Local Conversation, residents are identifying and addressing shared priorities, including: health and wellbeing;…
Refugee Week 2020
https://www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/news/stories/refugee-week-2020Refugee Week is a UK-wide festival celebrating the contributions, creativity and resilience of refugees. Founded in 1998 and held every year around World Refugee Day on the 20 June, Refugee…
Celebrating 55 years
https://www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/news/stories/celebrating-55-yearsA recent community event in Clements, Haverhill South, brought together more than 100 residents to celebrate their history and achievements. The event marked 55 years since Clements housing estate, where…
Celebrate, connect and share
https://www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/news/stories/celebrate-connect-and-shareSteering Group members from six Local People projects supported by Royal Voluntary Service came together to celebrate, connect and share. In May, Royal Voluntary Service held their first ever Steering…
Better Bretton
https://www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/news/stories/better-brettonBetter Bretton is a group of residents who work together to improve local lives and bring the community together in Bretton. It's part of the Local People project in…
LGBT+ History Month
https://www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/news/stories/lgbt-history-monthFebruary marks LGBT+ History Month, which aims to promote equality and diversity across Great Britain. A series of events and activities are planned as part of LGBT+ History Month across…
BMX track launches
https://www.peopleshealthtrust.org.uk/news/stories/bmx-track-launches“When the forum was formed in 2014 we looked for a project that would provide a legacy for the residents of Haverhill South, something they could be proud of that…
