Equity is a golden thread that runs through the 50 Steps to a Healthier Newham strategy. Find out more about the work that’s being done to increase health equity in the borough.
Equity is fundamental to health in Newham, and every step of the strategy has a specific equity objective and indicator. Each step addresses a key inequity, and commits to a specific and meaningful action that can be taken to address the inequity.
Throughout January the public health team has been working with partners to bring health and wellbeing services to residents around the borough, via our ‘Kick start 2024 with Well Newham’ roadshow events. Over 300 residents have received support and information…
The Newham GP Federation, Newham Health Collaborative (NHC), has produced 10 posters to highlight the breadth of work delivered by Newham Primary Care Networks (PCNs) to reduce health inequalities in the borough. These informative posters highlight the methods used and…
Micro-grants are being made available for community groups and local voluntary sector organisations within Age-friendly Communities to take part in the Action Day, as part of a pilot programme. The grant is available to community groups and local voluntary sector…
November/December 2023 Exciting opportunities are now available with the National Tennis Association, who are offering free training sessions for adults and young people interested in coaching and supporting tennis programs. The Tennis Leaders Course provides key skills to support coaches…
November/December 2023 Dozens of residents benefited from our Live Well with Diabetes event on Tuesday 14 Novermber, 2023. Held to coincide with World Diabetes Day, provider organisations offered health checks, expert advice and support with a Q&A session. The aim of…
November/December 2023 Newham residents who have a physical or mental disability and are struggling to find sustainable employment can now benefit from a new free and confidential service led by Our Newham Work. Those who qualify will benefit from a…
November/December 2023 We are delighted to report that we have officially become a signatory to the Prevention Concordat for Better Mental Health; showcasing our commitment to mental health prevention and overall well-being. Led by Public Health England, this national agreement…
November/December 2023 Until 31 March 2024, all of our libraries have extended opening hours to become Warm Havens; providing safe, non-judgemental, warm spaces during the cold winter months. Alongside extending library opening hours, Newham Council has relaunched a dedicated Warm Haven…
September/October 2023 We have been setting up the Well Newham Hubs in our libraries over the summer and are pleased to report that our advisors have already helped refer and signpost 160 residents to much-needed support for their health and…
