Christmas is often called “the most wonderful time of the year,” but for many older people, it can be the loneliest. Age UK research shows that 1.5 million older people in the UK are expected to eat Christmas dinner alone, and 670,000 won’t see or speak to anyone at all on Christmas Day.
Are you a Black women living with fibroids and/or endometriosis in Lambeth? Healthwatch Lambeth want to understand how those conditions impact your physical and emotional health, as well as your experience of diagnosis, treatment, support available and self-care. Your feedback is anonymous and will help define what good care looks like and how support and treatment can be improved.
Lambeth’s fourth ‘Inspire’ Black communities health and wellbeing day drew over 450 people to St Mark’s Church in Kennington on Saturday 25 October. This popular event takes place annually during Black History Month, and connects individuals with advice, information and support to take charge of their health, and interact with vital services in a community setting.
Join us for a FREE, family-friendly event dedicated to the health and wellbeing of our Black and African communities on Saturday 25 October. Hosted by Lambeth Together in partnership with the Caribbean and African Health Network (CAHN), health professionals from our local NHS teams will be available throughout the day, ready to answer your questions, give guidance, and help you take steps towards a healthier lifestyle.