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Health and well-being - an Eastbourne perspective Health and well-being is probably the most important issue that each of us are called upon to consider in our lifetime. However, as we get older, the question of health and well-being assumes even greater importance. For that reason the ESF feels that health and well-being should be one of its main priorities. 9th March 2010 Walking for Health Join in a new gentle walk every Monday around Pevensey Bay. Weekly walks started on 1st March 2010 Meet at 10.45am outside HSBC bank, Richmond Road, Pevensey Bay. Finish approx. 11.15am at Ocean View Bakery for refreshments and chat. Free weekly walk - just turn up and join in. Keep active and meet new people Led by a trained volunteer from Age Concern. Eastbourne Health Walks Scheme For more information contact: 25th February 2010 NHS Hastings and Rother & NHS East Sussex Downs PCTs The NHS Hastings and Rother and NHS East Sussex Downs Primary Care Trusts have issued an introduction to 'better health, better care, closer to home' 8th February 2010 The Pedal East Sussex programme of rides is suitable for those already cycling as well as those returning to cycling after a break. Consequently the programme begins with shorter rides and builds up to longer ones. Each ride begins and ends at a train station, and all rides have refreshment stops; certainly at the end. For details of cycle training, or more information, contact: Tony Rowell, Director 22nd January 2010 Want to improve your lifestyle in a fun and supportive group? Then come along to the Healthy Life Course for the over 50’s starting on Wednesday 3th February at 10.00 - 11.30 am at the Venton Centre. Please note: this is a six week course and participants will be expected to attend each session. Cost for the six week course is £20. To book, please contact Helen or Christine at Age Concern Eastbourne, The William & Patricia Venton Centre, Junction Road, Eastbourne BN21 3QY. Or phone 01323 638474 For more details - download poster > > 19th January 2010 Local people to benefit from bowel cancer screeningMen and women in Sussex are being invited to take part in a national bowel screening programme to combat bowel cancer. This will include a leaflet called ‘Bowel Cancer Screening - The Facts’, to help them make an informed choice about whether or not to take up the opportunity of screening. They will then be sent a free test kit, which is simple to use in the privacy of their own home. This includes step-by-step instructions for completing the test and further support is available from the freephone helpline on 0800 707 60 60. A specially-designed, pre-paid envelope is provided to return the kit for analysis at the screening programme’s laboratory in Guildford. As not everyone in the target age range will receive a test kit immediately, it is important to be clear that invitations will go out over the next two years in a rolling programme based on age and starting with those aged 69 years. People aged 70 and above can request a home testing kit by phoning a freephone helpline on 0800 7076060, with plans in place to extend the overall programme to people aged 70-75 years old in the next two years. The Clinical Director for the Sussex Bowel Cancer Screening Centre is Dr Stuart Cairns Consultant Gastroenterologist at the Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust said: “This new service is a lifesaver and I am delighted that we are going to be offering men and women across Sussex the opportunity to be screened for bowel cancer. Many people are embarrassed to talk about their bowels and this unique screening programme means that they can now access screening without leaving home.” Bowel cancer is the third most common cancer in the UK and the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the UK. Although bowel cancer affects more than one in 20 people, figures show that 90 per cent can be successfully treated and survive if it is caught early. You can reduce your risk of bowel cancer by eating a healthy diet, (that is high in fibre and fruit and vegetables and low in red meat and saturated fat) and by taking regular exercise, not smoking, and reducing alcohol intake. If you experience any symptoms such as change in bowel habit, blood in faeces or weight loss speak to your GP, even if you have had a negative screening result. Fitness Sessions for the Older Person
A new and exciting weekend outdoor fitness programme for the more active older person is starting 6th/7th March 2010! Book your place now for a 10-week lifestyle change, exploring real everyday conditions in the fresh air! It's an all-over experience! Sessions are at Eastbourne, Bexhill and Hastings. 7th January 2010 Your views invited on new rights for patients A national consultation is underway on the introduction of new patient rights into the NHS Constitution. The key proposals; to begin from April 2010 -are new entitlements around minimum waiting times to start consultant-led treatment within 18 weeks of referral by a GP, or to be seen by a cancer specialist within two weeks of a GP referral. The consultation also proposes health checks for people aged 40 to 70 to assess their risk of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and kidney disease More information and link to online response form > > The consultation closes on 5 February 2010. The Health Act 2009, which received Royal Assent in November, contains the legislation for the NHS Constitution. This sets out the principles and values that guide how the NHS should act and make decisions It also explains the rights and responsibilities of staff, patients and the public, and pledges to them. The act places a duty on all NHS organisations, private sector and third sector providers of NHS services to have regard to the NHS Constitution. More information about the constitution > > 22nd December 2009 Feeling unwell? Make the right choices this winter. 20th October 2009 Fitness Sessions for the Older Person Moving fitness is an innovative and dynamic outdoor fitness programme concept, very much a move away from the traditional gym and indoor fitness class activities.
Each session simply moves the class through varying cardio-vascular intensity levels of walking to jogging, to then maybe jogging faster, and is interspersed with muscular strength/ endurance and flexibility work. It uses no equipment, only the terrain and body-weight exercises are involved, and it offers functional fitness plus – it’s an all-over experience! Full details are available on www.livingactive.co.uk 9th October 2009 We are very pleased to have been awarded a grant from the East Sussex Downs and Weald NHS Primary Care Trust towards the production of our “Directory of Leisure, Learning and Sports Facilities for the over 50`s “ This is an A5 booklet of 20 pages listing a wide range of activities from archery to yoga that has been put together by members of our Health and Wellbeing Group and is available free to members. The awarding Panel commented that it was an excellent publication and it would be good for it to be included in Eastbournes own directory of information and also that it should be shared across the County Forums as an example of good practice which could be replicated elsewhere. A few copies of the last edition are still available and will be sent out free of charge to any one joining the Forum. A new edition is planned for Feb 2010 You can also view the online version > 28th September 2009 Launch of Health and Well-being Room The University of Brighton campus is located in Denton Road, Eastbourne. The centre offers a 25m swimming pool, fitness suite, badminton and table tennis courts, exercise classes, an outdoor synthetic pitch and reasonably priced cafeteria.
It offers a number of services to the public including the provision of an over 55’s club (TOFFS) which offers reduced membership and exclusive sessions. For more information please contact reception on 01273 643706. The Sports centre is launching their new ‘Health and Well- being’ room on the Monday 12th October. Therapists will be available between 10-2pm and 5.30-8.30pm on the 12th to answer any questions and offer taster sessions and discounted vouchers. Please come along! The room will be offering a number of services including Massage, Aromatherapy, Hot stone massage, Hopi ear candling, Reiki healing, Hypnotherapy and more!
For more details contact Kay Shore on 01273 643092 'Flu jabs at Tesco Winter's on the way so get your jab and beat the 'flu virus. Your intrepid reporter called Tesco in Lottbridge Drove for information. Yes, the pharmacy is expecting to supply 'flu jabs but the dates have not yet been confirmed. So make yourself a note to check with Tesco at the end of the month. The number to call is 0845 6779243. You can find more information on how to arrange for your vaccination on the Tesco website 8th September 2009 Age Concern Nail Cutting Service
8th August 2009 Scooterbility Plus. Eastbourne Borough Council’s Disability Involvement Group will be holding Scooterbility Plus at the Devonshireshire Hall, Winter Garden, on September 23rds. Doors open at 11.00am. Go along and have a look at the diverse range of goods, facilities and services available to disabled people in our town. Help with mental health issues. WEL Mind (Wealden, Eastbourne and Lewes), is running a 12 week BRIDGES UK mental health education on Wednesdays at The Bourne Centre, Eastbourne, from 1:30-4:00pm, starting on 2nd September. The courses are open to anyone with mental health issues interested in taking a step forward in their recovery. You don’t have to use mental health services to attend. Contact Robin or Zelly on 01323 648836 or email: info@welmind.org.uk
East Sussex Hospitals Trust Intouch - Spring 2009 The Spring 2009 issue of Intouch has been published. Included are articles on:
Exploring East Sussex The East Sussex County Council 'Rights of Way and Countryside Management' department produces a bi-annual publication, ''Exploring East Sussex', which lists guided walks and environmental events in the East Sussex area. The Summer 2009 issue is now available. Download a copy Health and Well-being Special Interest Group launched On Tuesday 17th March, the Eastbourne Seniors Forum (ESF) successfully launched its Health and Well-being Special Interest Group at Eastbourne’s Congress Suite. The event, which was supported by about 25 exhibitors from the private and public sector, featured two performances by the Pyramid Theatre Company of Pete Lawson’s play “Big Little Heart”. Not only was the event well attended by members, but 40 people took the opportunity to join the ESF at the event.
The play follows the fight by Maria to recover from the devastating effects of a stroke and the pressures and impact that her illness has on her husband Andy and daughter Lindsay. It shows how by adjusting to their new circumstances and working together the family supports Maria’s recovery to a near normal life. All parts of the play are performed by three actors, Katrina Beckford, Shaun McGowan and Anna Vickers. Following the performance, members of the audience were given the opportunity to question the cast members, in character, about their experiences during the period.
The packed audience was joined for the morning performance by the Leader of Eastbourne Borough Council, Cllr. David Tutt and his colleague Cllr. Carolyn Heaps, both of whom were moved by the emotional and emotive performances.
Later in the day, the Mayor and Mayoress of Eastbourne, Cllr and Mrs Greg Szanto paid a visit to the event to meet the members and tour the exhibits.
After the performance Cllr. Tutt said: "I was pleased to be able to attend the Seniors Forum and see the performance of the Pyramid Theatre Company. This was not only extremely powerful but also amusing and thought provoking. It did much to raise awareness of the impact that a stroke can have on both the individual concerned and their family. I congratulate both the players and the Forum for staging it. I have also been invited to attend the ESF A.G.M. in July to say a few words about some of the initiatives that the Borough Council are taking and to answer and questions Forum members may have, this I will be delighted to do. If there are any specific issues members would like me to address, please let me know either by e-mail councillor.tutt@eastbourne.gov.uk or by writing to me at the Town Hall, Grove Road Eastbourne BN21 4UG Closer to Home eventOverviewAs the only non-medical/social care professional at my table, I was a little concerned at what, if anything I could contribute to the day’s event - particularly in the workshop session. However, I quickly learned that as an individual, my opinion and input was most welcome by the group.For me, one of the first hurdles was getting to grips with abbreviations and terms common to the NHS/care services. Although these can leave an ‘outsider’ at a distinct disadvantage, by the end of the morning session, terms like IPO, LAA, PET, HUB, SAP, BME became quite familiar.In Putting People First, one of the key factors discussed by my group was the correct definition of an ‘older person’. These days, the term ‘old’ at sixty, no longer applies. For me, areas of special interest included Adult Social Care Priorities. PPF - focusing on always putting the citizen at the centre. Also of great interest were details of the PCT Strategic Commissioning Plans for the next five years - including some of the initiatives:
The Event Information Pack was well compiled with many useful information sheets and contact numbers. My overall impression of the event was good and I learned a great deal about the healthcare and allied services available in East Sussex. Catherine K LeuzESF Chairman, Steve Thornett received this letter from the Sovereign Centre Partnership Manager, Andrew Dunstan "I would like to introduce myself as the newly appointed Partnership Manager for The Sovereign Centre and Motcombe Swimming Pool. Whilst conducting various research projects I have come across your website and have read the comments re the Sovereign Centre from your members. I fully appreciate some of the concerns that have been expressed and understand that, in the past, the Sovereign Centre especially has suffered from a number of difficulties. I am pleased to inform you that over recent months there have been a number of refurbishment projects carried out. These include redevelopment of the Village Changing areas including new cubicles, showers, flooring & lighting, redecoration of the Fun Pool area and cafeteria, new windows across the rear of the building on the Gala Pool and the installation of CCTV covering all locker areas. At the present time the wet side changing areas are undergoing a refresh along with the Health Suite and plans are scheduled to relocate the reception area to an area within the building leading to an enhanced customer experience when first walking into the building. I hope that you can appreciate that standards are being raised at the Centre and that the current level of investment is an indication of this. I would like to offer our assistance to your organisation in any way in which you may see fit. If you would like us to provide information on our activities or to meet with individuals to discuss how we can further improve what we offer and how it is delivered then we would be more than happy to oblige." Walter's letter Do you have a complaint about private dental care? Free and UK-wide, the Dental Complaints Service, which has been set up and is funded by the body that regulates UK dental professionals, works with you and your dental practitioner to put things right. Call its local rate hotline 08456-120540 to speak to a friendly adviser, or visit the Dental Complaints website The Dental Complaints Service is an independent service funded by the General Dental Council. Download HOSC newsletterESF joins ESSA in discussions with CSCI inspector A New Health Centre for Eastbourne ESF members voice concern over the Sovereign Centre swimming facilities |
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