Events

As part of Hounslow Council's Five Ways to Wellbeing, next week’s theme is “take notice”.

The council is offering a free online lunchtime mindfulness and functional breathing session. This will help attendees develop their understanding of why breathing and mindfulness are important to our bodies as well as our minds.

It will give you practical tools to stay calm, present and” in the zone”, understand the body and mind connection, and learn simple but effective breathing techniques.

26^th November 12-1pm

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As part of our new series, Confident Conversations, Beezee by Maximum are introducing Confident Conversations: Navigating weight and wellbeing masterclass.

The online session includes:

• Discussions around why talking about weight matters and why it can be hard
• Tips on starting the conversation
• Practical guidance on how you can offer support to residents and patients
• Insights on how to refer to local services

Sign up for free now if you support residents and patients in North West London.

13^th November, 12pm-1pm, Lunch & Learn session (with Chrysi Dimaki, Behaviour Change Specialist) on Understanding Behaviour: Drivers and Change.

Learn what influences human behaviour and how to support change effectively.

This session will introduce key behavioural science concepts and show how they align with motivational interviewing principles to enhance person-centred interventions. 

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Training session for professionals on how to speak with Hounslow residents about their weight.

During the session, you will explore:

• The leading causes of obesity in Hounslow
• The barriers residents face in leading a healthy lifestyle
• The challenges professionals may face in opening up conversations about weight
• Practical skills such as starting the conversation, responding in difficult situations, gauging readiness for change, and where to refer children, teens, and adults above a healthy weight range

📅 When: Tuesday 30th September, 1:00 – 2:30pm
💻 Where: Online

👉 Please join the session using this link:
https://beezee.maximusuk.co.uk/events/raising-the-issue-training-hounslow/

Following the training, you’ll receive a certificate of attendance and a toolkit to support future conversations around weight.

You’re warmly invited to join us for an inspiring day of connection, creativity and celebration as we explore recovery in all its forms — rooted in nature, hope and healing.

📅 Friday, 26th September 2025

🕛 12:00 – 4:00 PM (Last entry at 3:30 PM)

📍 ARC Hounslow, Montague Hall, Montague Road, Hounslow, TW3 1LD

Enjoy themed displays co-produced by our amazing teams and service users 🌿 Explore our ‘Gardens of Hope’ — a nature-inspired journey through recovery Refreshments provided throughout the day Open to all professionals, voluntary sectors, carers & community partners

Dress comfy, think green — and bring an open heart 💚

RSVP to: val.carey1@nhs.net or courtnay.sibley1@nhs.net by 19 September

NWL are holding two separate half-day online training sessions titled “An Introduction to Co-Production,” on either the 19th or the 26^th of June (10am to 1pm with regular breaks throughout).

Each session is independent of the other and intended for frontline staff from the third sector, NHS, Local Authority, and other partner organisations. Priority goes to those in Hillingdon and Hounslow working with childhood asthma; pregnant women and people; and refugees and asylum seekers, but is open to others.

The aim is to provide a learning experience focused on enhancing service delivery by fostering partnerships with the communities served, providing you with an introduction to the skills needed to co-produce with service users.

Why Co-Production Matters

• Enhance Service Delivery: Co-production has the potential to significantly reform service delivery methods. By engaging staff and community members as equitable partners, it eliminates the traditional “us versus them” mindset and fosters innovative solutions. Rather than providing services for individuals, we collaborate with them, thereby making services more responsive and efficient.
• Share Power with Communities: At its heart, co-production means sharing power and decision-making with the community. Frontline professionals and local residents work side by side - planning, designing, and delivering support together - so that everyone’s voice is valued and services truly meet local needs. This approach empowers those with lived experience to shape the services they use, fostering trust and mutual respect.
• Build on Community Strengths: Co-production embraces an asset-based approach, recognising that every person and community has valuable skills, knowledge, and strengths to contribute. By pooling these assets with professional expertise, we co-create services that are richer, more sustainable, and better tailored to people’s lives. In short, we focus on what’s strong, not just what’s wrong - building on community resources to achieve better outcomes for all.

These sessions will explore co-production principles and examples, from power dynamics to community assets. You'll reflect on your practice, join discussions, and find practical ways to apply co-production daily. Together, we'll learn how sharing power can lead to new ideas, better services, and equitable work.

Whether you're with a charity, community or health and care organisation, these sessions will help you promote co-production. Staff interested should sign up to support more inclusive, community-driven services. Let's collaborate, learn, and transform our work – together! Numbers are limited so hurry up and sign up.

Sign up on Eventbrite to receive a Teams link for your chosen session (19th or 26th). Click the link below for your preferred option:

Eventbrite Introduction to Co-Production Tickets 19 June at 10:00 am

Eventbrite Introduction to Co-Production Tickets 26 June at 10:00 am

NWL are holding two separate half-day online training sessions titled “An Introduction to Co-Production,” on either the 19th or the 26^th of June (10am to 1pm with regular breaks throughout).

Each session is independent of the other and intended for frontline staff from the third sector, NHS, Local Authority, and other partner organisations. Priority goes to those in Hillingdon and Hounslow working with childhood asthma; pregnant women and people; and refugees and asylum seekers, but is open to others.

The aim is to provide a learning experience focused on enhancing service delivery by fostering partnerships with the communities served, providing you with an introduction to the skills needed to co-produce with service users.

Why Co-Production Matters

• Enhance Service Delivery: Co-production has the potential to significantly reform service delivery methods. By engaging staff and community members as equitable partners, it eliminates the traditional “us versus them” mindset and fosters innovative solutions. Rather than providing services for individuals, we collaborate with them, thereby making services more responsive and efficient.
• Share Power with Communities: At its heart, co-production means sharing power and decision-making with the community. Frontline professionals and local residents work side by side - planning, designing, and delivering support together - so that everyone’s voice is valued and services truly meet local needs. This approach empowers those with lived experience to shape the services they use, fostering trust and mutual respect.
• Build on Community Strengths: Co-production embraces an asset-based approach, recognising that every person and community has valuable skills, knowledge, and strengths to contribute. By pooling these assets with professional expertise, we co-create services that are richer, more sustainable, and better tailored to people’s lives. In short, we focus on what’s strong, not just what’s wrong - building on community resources to achieve better outcomes for all.

These sessions will explore co-production principles and examples, from power dynamics to community assets. You'll reflect on your practice, join discussions, and find practical ways to apply co-production daily. Together, we'll learn how sharing power can lead to new ideas, better services, and equitable work.

Whether you're with a charity, community or health and care organisation, these sessions will help you promote co-production. Staff interested should sign up to support more inclusive, community-driven services. Let's collaborate, learn, and transform our work – together! Numbers are limited so hurry up and sign up.

Sign up on Eventbrite to receive a Teams link for your chosen session (19th or 26th). Click the link below for your preferred option:

Eventbrite Introduction to Co-Production Tickets 19 June at 10:00 am

Eventbrite Introduction to Co-Production Tickets 26 June at 10:00 am

To mark Carers Week 2025, Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) is hosting a free information session on lasting power of attorneys (LPAs) and deputyship. This free information session is for people with caring responsibilities across England and Wales.​

Date: Thursday, 12 June 2025, from 1pm – 2pm

Location: Online, please register to secure your spot at Understanding LPAs and deputyships: Carers Week information session Tickets, 12 Jun 2025 | Eventbrite

About this event

If you help manage the finances or health of the person you care for, you may want to learn more about lasting power of attorneys (LPAs) and deputyship orders.​

During this session, you will hear from our Public Guardian and Chief Executive, Ruth Duffin. She will be joined by Andy Tovey, Head of Modernising Lasting Power of Attorney (MLPA) Business Readiness. Together, they'll explain:

• how to make an LPA or apply for a deputyship order
• how much it costs
• how to act as an attorney or deputy.

They will also be busting some common myths, tackling the trickier terminology, and explaining how you can apply for help with OPG fees.

For more information about OPG, please visit About us - Office of the Public Guardian - GOV.UK

To learn more about Carers Week and how you can get involved, please visit Carers Week | Carers UK

During Carers Week, Hounslow Council, in partnership with Harlington Care and Transit Community CIC, warmly invites all unpaid carers in Hounslow to a special celebration Tea Party. 

Date: Monday, 9th June 2025 
Time: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM 
Venue: 115 B High Street, Whitton, TW2 7LG 
Getting there: Just 2 minutes from Whitton Station (Overground rail - SWR). Bus routes: 110, 281, 481 & H22. 

View the Carers Celebration Tea Party flyer here.

 This event aims to shine a spotlight on carers, raise awareness about caring, and help those who may not identify themselves as carers, access much-needed support. We recognise the vital contributions made by unpaid and family carers. 

Come celebrate your hard work with us! 

Enjoy a relaxing break with tea, cakes, and plenty of conversation. And the best part? It's free! 
Bring your friends, neighbours—anyone with caring responsibilities is welcome to join. 

For any queries, contact us at: 
Phone: 01895 258 888 
Email: info@harlingtoncare.org 

Event Details: 📅 Date: 20th May 2025 🕙 Time: 09:30 📍 Location: Holy Trinity Church

What's on:

•Inspiring case studies from service users

•Marketplace showcasing Healthy Hounslow’s services (cooking demos, chair-based exercises, blood pressure checks, and more!)

•Presentations from staff and stakeholders

•Collaboration insights from health professionals

•Opportunities to network and contribute ideas for Year 3

We hope you can join us to reflect on our successes, celebrate our growth, and discuss how we can continue to make a difference.

Please grab your ticket using the following link - Healthy Hounslow Year2

This year's Annual Public Health Report highlights the health inequalities in Hounslow using the NHS CORE20PLUS5 approach. The report shows what over 400 residents told us about their health and wellbeing. It also sets out actions for local organisations to take to reduce inequalities.

To help colleagues gain greater clarity on the report, The Hounslow Public Health Team is hosting a virtual train-the-trainer session on Thursday 10 April, 2 pm - 4 pm. 

During the session, the team will explain the report in detail and help you to: 

• gain a thorough understanding of the learnings from the report
• build and practice skills and confidence to use the finding 
• build confidence to share the findings with your own teams and organisations. 

Book your slot today.

Read the full report here: From the Ground Up:

The aim is that all colleagues in Hounslow own the findings of the report and use them to inform their work, shape funding projects and where possible use the data to adapt services to meet the needs of residents. 

Every Friday, local charity Shewise hosts a wellbeing hub for women and girls in Feltham Library. It's a safe and welcoming space for women to learn more about their physical, mental and emotional health. 

Throughout the year, a range of different health topics will be explored, such as understanding neurodiversity, managing your wellbeing, healthy eating and more.

Let's talk Menopause – an open, supportive space to get expert advice and connect with others going through the same journey.

1^st April, 7pm – 8pm

Hanworth Leisure Centre

Dr Anchana Dixit from West Middlesex University Hospital will be hosting a talk, alongside a specialist menopause nurse, plus there will be a brief talk on Nutrition and information regarding Healthy eating courses in Hounslow.

Improving planned care and reducing NHS waiting times

The NHS is working to improve planned care, which includes non-emergency hospital appointments and planned surgeries. The aim is to ensure patients receive specialist care within 18 weeks of referral while making the process fairer and more efficient.

To achieve this, we need to understand the changing needs of local people, rising demand for services, and how to address differences in waiting times and experiences across different communities.

Residents and healthcare professionals have already suggested ways to improve waiting times and care, including:

• allowing GPs to get quicker advice from specialists to avoid unnecessary hospital appointments
• providing patients with regular updates on their place in the waiting list
• giving patients more choice in selecting appointment times
• offering better support to help people stay well while waiting for treatment
• using technology to improve efficiency and free up time for specialists

We want to hear your experiences and ideas on how these changes could work in practice.

Planned care survey

NWL is also gathering feedback through its planned care survey. Responses will help shape how we improve planned care and reduce waiting times in North West London.

Please take a few minutes to share your views:

https://northwestlondonnhs.uk.engagementhq.com/embeds/projects/39344/survey-tools/44358

Registration details

Register here - A Microsoft Teams link will be sent 24 hours before the meeting. The event will also be recorded and shared with all registered attendees.

Who can attend?

Residents of Brent, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Hillingdon, Hounslow, Kensington & Chelsea, and Westminster.

The first Teashop+ programme is launching for young ethnic minority women in Hounslow, with support from the Mental Health Fund in partnership with West London NHS Trust.

The Teashop+ in Hounslow features a Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) program called Be Mindful.

Sign Up for The Teashop+

Flyer

Info Pamphlet

The details:

• Our next programme will start in February 2025.

• In-person sessions will run on Sundays, 12.45 - 3pm:

  • 16th February

  • 23rd February

  • 2nd March

  • 9th March

  • 16th March (a longer session to accommodate for a celebratory lunch!)

• Sessions will take place at The Hounslow Arts Centre - accessible venue

Who can join?

• People who identify as women from an ethnic minority background, 18-30 years old

• Comfortable using a laptop or smartphone & access to a personal laptop or smartphone

• Good English speaking & reading skills

• Available all 5 weeks

• Mild – moderate mental health concerns

• No previous experience required

Improve your confidence in having healthy lifestyle & behaviour change conversations with others with the MoreLife CPD accredited Training session

About this event

• Online event lasts 2 hours 

At MoreLife we understand that behavior change, although beneficial in preventing disease can be very challenging & during these uncertain times maintaining a healthy lifestyle has not been possible for all.

MECC will provide you with the skills, confidence and tools to have a positive and effective conversation about health and behaviour change; particularly around weight management, stopping smoking and increasing physical activity. Having even a brief chat with someone about what is happening in their life can be all it takes to make a positive impact to their health and wellbeing. That’s where the MECC training will help you.

What is MECC?

MECC is an approach to behaviour change. It utilises the millions of day-to-day interactions organisations and individuals have with other people to support them in making positive changes to their physical and mental wellbeing. This model is relevant for everyone who comes into contact with people and has an opportunity to encourage positive behaviour change. However, we know that telling people what to do is not the most effective way to help them change. Making Every Contact Count is about altering how we interact with people through having Healthy Conversations and learning how to spot opportunities to talk to people about their wellbeing.

Our CPD accredited Training course is 2 hours long delivered by an engaging practitioner covering;

1. What is MECC & How is it relevant to you and your job role?

2. Identify opportunities to start a healthy conversation around health & wellbeing.

3. Understand your own barriers and enable you to feel more confident in having a healthy lifestyle conversation.

4. Identify the key healthy conversation skills to support someone

To make sure you get the most from your training with us we would like to ask a few simple questions to help us tailor our approach to best suit your needs so participants will be contacted by email with a Pre Course Questionnaire to complete prior to training. All relevant course materials & key information will be sent to participants once training completed, along with the Course Feedback and Evaluation form which will need to be completed before the course completion certificate will be released.

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You are invited to our upcoming Teams webinar on “Healthier Together – A Hounslow Initiative” with Kim Shrieves from Hounslow Community Healthcare.

The Hounslow Healthier Together website also supports the work in reducing 0-4 years A&E attendances, by providing a digital hub for preventative health learning for parents. 

This session will cover:

•            Why Healthier Together? Why focus on children?

•            How did it get started? What’s it for? Local Statistics

•            Explore features of the Healthier Together Website.

•            Discussion on its benefits as a resource and how it can be used day-to-day.

•            How it can support parent/carers and professionals.

•            Future plans.

Book now. 

Residents aged 60 plus are invited to the 2025 Stay Steady and Active event, where you can enjoy FREE taster activity sessions, speak to a physio, get a blood pressure test or FREE Health Check, learn new ways to increase activity levels and test your balance abilities. Residents also have the opportunity to swap an old, worn-out pair of slippers for a brand new, free pair*.

The event is on Wednesday 22 January, 10am – 1pm, Brentford Fountain Leisure Centre, 658 Chiswick High Road, Brentford, TW8 0HJ

All activities have been designed by health and community partners to offer something fun for the over 60s. Residents can:

• Participate in a strength and balance class
• Enjoy a dance class
• Talk to a physio
• Get a blood pressure reading
• Test balance abilities with our Health Outreach Team
• Trial the gym

Health and Community Stalls on the day, will include:

• The Health Outreach Team (HOT)
• West London Falls Prevention and Bone Health Service
• Adult Social Care
• Over 60’s Free Activity Programme
• Move into Wellbeing
• Linkline
• Talking therapies
• Diabetes UK
• Hounslow Respiratory Support Group
• Healthy Hounslow
• Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB)

Stay Steady and Active has been developed by the Hounslow Borough Based Partnership to help increase activity levels, test balance abilities, and reduce the risks of falls for residents aged 60 plus.

The initiative offers free exercise classes, access to a 12-week strength and balance programme, signposting to a range of activities for the over 60’s, plus a Staying Steady test that residents can do at home to understand if they need additional clinical support.

*Limited slipper sizes available on the day

Get ready to learn all about nutrition and how to make healthier choices in our online Nutrition Awareness Training.

About this event

Nutrition Awareness Training: Empowering You for a Healthier Future

Join Healthy Hounslow for ‘New Year, New Me’ Nutrition Awareness training designed to help you understand the crucial role nutrition plays in maintaining overall health and well-being. Whether you are looking to improve your eating habits, enhance your energy levels, or make small changes to help you feel your best, this session is for you!

In this training, you will:

• Learn the basics of balanced nutrition and healthy eating
• Understand the impact of different food groups on your body and mind
• Gain practical tips for making healthier choices on a daily basis
• Discover the importance of sleep and mindfulness
• Get advice on how to create sustainable eating habits

Who should attend?

• Anyone looking to improve their diet and overall health
• Busy professionals who want practical nutrition tips for a balanced lifestyle

Date and Time: 15th January 12:30pm to 1:30pm Location: Online - BOOK HERE

Don't miss this opportunity to invest in your health and take the first step toward a healthier you. Reserve your spot today!

We warmly invite you to join our Hounslow Tobacco Control Alliance workshop on 14 January 2025.

The government has set an ambition for England to become smokefree by 2030. Locally, we have increased our effort to tackle the use of tobacco in all forms and make the borough smokefree for all our residents. However, we still have a long way to go. The prevalence of smoking in Hounslow is 13.6%; in the more deprived areas, this rises to 18.9%. We would like your input to help us develop a three-year plan for tackling tobacco use and its inequalities in Hounslow.

The workshop will feature:

• A keynote talk by Mira Osinibi, Paediatric Respiratory Clinical Nurse Specialist.
• A summary of the latest smoking data in Hounslow.
• Workshops to identify priorities and model support for smokers across the system in Hounslow.

When: 2-5pm, 14 January 2025.

Where: Room 6.10 Hounslow House, 7 Bath Road, Hounslow, TW3 3EB.

Who: Anyone with an interest is welcome to attend. It will be particularly relevant for those who contribute to the tobacco control agenda in Hounslow, or who work with smokers. Residents are strongly encouraged to join and share their views.

Please sign up via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/hounslow-tobacco-control-alliance-workshop-tickets-1097354058529?aff=oddtdtcreator

We hope you can join us to help inform and develop our Tobacco Control Plan for 2025-28.

This year, we're turning the spotlight on an urgent yet often overlooked intersection: disability rights and climate action.

A greener, cleaner, and healthier environment, if achieved in the right way, would vastly improve the lives of people with disabilities. This event is a recognition that we can achieve more – for the borough, and for our planet – by listening to the unique knowledge and strengths of people with disabilities.

Hear from expert speakers from TfL, UCL, the University of Exeter, and more.

Whether it’s a marketplace with disability-confident employers and local disability groups, a fire-side chat with subject matter experts, or a panel on transport – there will be something for everyone.

Come join us. When it comes to saving our planet, we need every voice, every idea, and every ability.

Details:

• Date: Tuesday 3rd December 2024

• Time: 11am - 3:15pm (including lunch)

• Location: Holy Trinity Church, 6 High Street, Hounslow, TW3 1HG.
• Lunch will be provided.

Dietary: The catering is vegetarian and vegan. Please let us know of any further dietary requirements when you RSVP.

Accessibility:

• Access Able link: Holy Trinity Church | AccessAble
• There is level access into the venue.
• BSL will be provided.

Getting to the venue:

Buses• 117 and 423 stop on Douglas Road• 81, 116, 222, H22, H28, 237, 235, 110, 111, 635, 281, H32, H98, 203 stop at Treaty Centre• 120 stops at Bell Corner

Parking

Parking at the Church is limited. There are options nearby:

• Montague Road West - TW3 1JZ
• Montague Road East - TW3 1JY
• Alexandra Road - TW3 1LX
• Bath Road - TW3 3BW

TubeThe closest underground station is Hounslow Central on the Piccadilly line.

Hounslow East is the nearest station with step-free access. Please see TfL's guide to planning a step-free journey and TfL's live journey planner.

Elderly or frail residents are invited to the Slippers for Christmas Stay Steady and Active event, where they can swap an old, worn-out slippers for a brand new, free pair.

Visitors aged 60 plus can also enjoy FREE taster activity sessions, speak to a physio, get a blood pressure test, learn new ways to increase activity levels, test balance abilities, and reduce the risks of falls.

The event is on Tuesday 3 December, 10am – 1 pm at Heston Pools & Fitness, New Heston Road, Heston, Hounslow, TW5 0LW.

All activities have been designed by health and community partners to offer something fun for the over 60s. Residents can:

• Participate in a strength and balance class
• Enjoy a dance class
• Talk to a physio
• Get a blood pressure reading
• Test their balance with our Health Outreach Team
• Have a FREE swim session.

Stay Steady and Active has been developed by the Hounslow Borough Based Partnership to help increase activity levels, test balance abilities, and reduce the risks of falls for residents aged 60 plus.

The initiative offers free exercise classes, access to a 12-week strength and balance programme, signposting to a range of activities for the over 60’s, plus a Staying Steady test that residents can do at home to understand if they need additional clinical support.