Find Sandwell health & wellbeing services near you

ESOL (English for Speakers of other Languages).

We have courses to suit everyone who wants to learn English or improve their English. We prepare learners to progress into employment, further study, citizenship and to get more out of life in the UK.

Formal ESOL Courses for those local to Sandwell whose English isn't their first language and want to improve in order to integrate in the society. These courses will help you to improve your ability to speak, listen, read and write English

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The Sandwell Language Network provides a programme of free, community-based English language learning support across the borough of Sandwell.
ESOL (English) classes to help develop speaking, listening, reading and writing skills that are needed for progressing into education, employment, accessing services and everyday communication, we have spaces for Pre-Entry (Friday 10am to 1pm) and Entry Level 1 (Tuesday 10am to 1pm) learners.
The classes will also support with kitchen based skills and language.

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We offer a welcoming and supportive pre-Entry ESOL program designed to help individuals with little or no prior English language skills. Our course focuses on building foundational vocabulary, simple sentence structures, and essential communication skills needed for everyday life.

Free English classes for adults who are new to learning English. Focus on speaking, listening, reading, and writing for everyday life. Suitable for beginners with little or no English skills

Free English classes for adults who are new to learning English. Focus on speaking, listening, reading, and writing for everyday life. Suitable for beginners with little or no English skills.
Tuesday and Thursdays From 10Am to 12PM

ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)

Ethnicity focus: Bangladeshi

ESOL (English) classes to help develop speaking, listening, reading and writing skills that are needed to progress into education or employment opportunities. #SLN September 2024 until September 2025

ESOL Classes - Term Time Only
Monday 10:30am-1:30pm / Wednesday 9:30am-1:30pm
Yemeni Community Association in Sandwell (B70 9SJ)

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Free Esol English classes for Sandwell residents 18+.
Entry Level 1

Course for non-native English speakers who are looking to start learning English or to improve their skills. For adults who have recently moved to the UK or want to start learning the English language.

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Beyond Blue is delivering a Free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)course at the shop in Wednesbury.

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Monday 10 am to 12 pm.A session that brings women together to help them to socialise with others and help each other to develop language skills around Health and Well-being.

Ethnicity focus: English, Turkish, Indian, Pakistani, Afghan, Iraqi, Bangladeshi

Employment Master Class

We work with a wide range of partners and employers to raise awareness of the opportunities that are available. These sessions are designed to inspire attendees and provide practical tips that will help participants to develop pathways into some of the city’s leading growth sectors such as Accountancy.

In addition we also organise a variety of open days focusing on different areas such as health, community issues and celebrating diversity.

Ethnicity focus: Pakistani, Bangladeshi

FREE Exercise Class for all ages, can be done sitting or standing, Refreshments provided.

We are part of the Sandwell Sport Partnership and are keen on engaging inactive adult into sport activities. Signposting families for health checks and access
to NHS related health services

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Ethnicity focus: Congolese

Explorer scouts is about preparing young people with skills for life with activities focusing on challenge and achievement, teamwork, leadership, helping others and building resilience.

Gentle exercise to music aimed at, but not exclusive to, those aged 50+

We have a number of trained Extend tutors who can run gentle exercise classes for people with disabilities or older people groups in Sandwell.

If groups would like more information or you would like to have a free taster session please contact us.

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Ethnicity focus: Congolese, Afro Caribbean

Falls Prevention - This service provides help and advice to stay safe at home and prevent falls occurring

food parcels and advice

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Family Wellbeing

ASDA donated surplus is free to collect form the vicarage subject to availability

After School club every Monday and Wednesday for 5-13 year olds.

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Holiday Play Scheme - Operates during all school holidays. Monday - Thursday 10am-3pm. NEW FOR 2022........ 2 days of play at Christmas.

A warm welcome awaits you at our weekly 'Places of Welcome' drop-in session.

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Come and join in the parent / carer stay & play. Packed with a bunch of activities, sensory play, sing-a-long and so much more. Free of Charge. 50p for tea/coffee and toast

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On the last Saturday of every month we open our Community cafe between 1pm-3pm. We offer a welcoming environment and amazing value brunches for the local community. We support the local community through isolation and loneliness by opening our doors to everyone.

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One-to-one support with Employment, Education and Training. Support provided on appointment basis

Adult and Paediatric First aid training course.

Sandwell Leisure Trust offers over 400+ fitness classes a week across Sandwell, from Bodypump to Zumba there is something for all ages and abilities.

Basic Computing Skills.

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Local food pantry located at the Bridge, St Mark's Road, Tipton. Open:-
Tuesdays: 11 am to 3.20 pm
Wednesdays: 9.30 am to 3.20 pm

Supporting local people who are referred in crisis. Smethwick Foodbank is part of a nationwide network of foodbanks, supported by The Trussell Trust, working to combat poverty and hunger across the UK.

Football

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Football coaching, training and youth mentoring for boys and girls across Sandwell, Oldbury, Tividale, Smethwick, Rowley Regis and surrounding areas.

We coach players of all abilities.

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Football and coach development - We have the current offers:

1st Touch football for 4 – 7 year old
Youth Football 8 – 12 year old
Girl only sessions
Half term camps
Team football in local and regional leagues
Sports coaching and mentoring services

Come and join the fun and develop your skills

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This 12-week programme is designed for meaningful behaviour change. It includes expert-led activity sessions tailored for all fitness levels. With food and nutrition workshops for both significant and sustainable lifestyle adjustments, essential for realistic health goals.

A bit about the programme
and how long it is:
12 week programme with weekly face to face or online sessions. There is an option for people who attend face to face sessions to attend online exercise classes.
Each session is approximately 1.5 – 2 hours long and includes an opportunity to ‘weigh in’ and speak to your ‘Healthy Lifestyle Advisor’.

Eligibility:
Live or GP within Sandwell
Aged 18+
BMI over 25 (23+ ethnic communities)

Free arts and crafts sessions every Saturday morning, use our craft equipment or bring your own project along, we welcome all crafts, such as latch hook, knitting, cross stitch, scrap book making etc. Free drinks and snacks available starting 10am - 12pm

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Ethnicity focus: English, Indian, Afro Caribbean

Improving the wellbeing, physical, social, emotional and mental health of children and young people using non-contact boxing.

Girls Only Indoor Cricket. Great way to make new friends. Good for physical and mental health.

Indoor Cricket Sessions supported by qualified coaches. Good for physical and mental health. Make new friends.

Indoor Cricket sessions for 7 - 11 year olds, supported by qualified coaches. Make new friends. Goof for physical and mental health.

FREE Mental Health Awareness i-act training.
UK’s leading established, evidence-based, Royal College of Psychiatrists accredited mental health & wellbeing awareness programme.
Funded by Sandwell Council, Ideal for All have a range of free accredited courses available between December 2024 and March 2025. Book now at a venue near you!

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The team is run Monday for young people to learn new football skills

Walking Cricket for men and women age 50+. Aiding physical and mental fitness.

Walking Cricket for Women age 50+. Healthy physical activity and good for mental health.

Mixed Martial Arts and kickboxing for children, adults and also family classes, meaning you and your child can train together.

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Community Centre, open to all
• staff on hand to answer any questions
• free wifi
• free hot drinks

Football , Art crafts role play computer games

At this session, you will have access to:
Games-based basketball activities
Socialising with new and current friends!
When: Friday Evenings (During Term-Time)

Time: 4:30pm-6:00pm

Price: FREE to qualifying young people

Qualifying Young People
Any young person aged 11-17 years old currently in education, training.

This gentle chair session is suitable for those with limited mobility or recovering from illness. Seated, we will work on mobilising and strengthening the joints, followed by breathing and meditation practices.

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Playgroup for children under school age, £2.50 per child. Enjoy socialising, play, song and dance. Refreshments served through our cafe on site.

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Become a member of the friendships groups play bingo and join activities through the year

Our Functional Skills qualifications are available for registration and include an assessment at all 5 levels from Entry Level 1 to Level 2.
We offer face to face and online lessons.

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Martial Arts For All The Family in Smethwick
GAIN CONFIDENCE, LEARN A SKILL , GET FIT, FEEL AMAZING!

Discover how to stay safe while having fun with G Force! Start your journey towards better personal defence with our family-friendly martial arts classes.
(CHARGES APPLY)
Martial Arts Programmes include
Titans (4-6 years age group) – This younger children’s programme is intended to get them into martial arts while also having fun and learning how their body moves.
G Force Juniors (7-12 years age group) – Designed to develop children in the key areas of life with CONFIDENCE, RESPECT, DISCIPLINE, COURAGE & MOTIVATION while learning to protect themselves in a FUN & FRIENDLY environment …
G Force Adults (13+ age group) – Supporting adults in achieving their mental and physical potential. They offer a safe and positive atmosphere in which you can meet your goals, whether you’re looking for physical fitness, self-defence, or an athletic social outlet.

G Force Ladies Only (18+ age group) – G Force Ladies Classes are fantastic for helping women of all ages and ability improve their HEALTH & FITNESS while also building confidence and a more POSITIVE MINDSET in a FUN and friendly supportive environment.

Free Games Club including Dominos, Cards and Chess

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PS4, VR, XBOXone for 12+ year olds

Activities that help individual increase their health and fitness, whether formal exercise or through other active means #SHIP

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Ethnicity focus: Bangladeshi

Exercise to music for the over 55's. Takes place on Thursday 1.00pm - 2.00pm and Friday 10.30am-11.30am. £3.50 per session.

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Gentle exercise starts off chair based and then increases to music. Ideal if you are seeing or waiting to see a physiotherapist. Our facilitator is fully trained.

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Gentle exercise class for the over 50's and less able of all ages.
Thursday 1.00pm - 2.00pm.
Friday 10.30am - 11.30am
£4 per session

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Seated yoga. £4.00 per session.

Full support provided to getting online and accessing digital services.

Ethnicity focus: Pakistani, Bangladeshi

free internet free mobile sim cards. support to get online.

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Girls friendship group for ages 7-13. Monday 5.30pm - 7pm. Contact Eleanor 07519 873999

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FREE!!
Positive Steps Girls Youth Club in Tipton for all girls aged between 10- 18 years old
Every Tuesdays and Thursdays 5pm -7pm

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Ethnicity focus: Bangladeshi

Self defence classed for children (5+) and adults.

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Library open to all: space to sit and read, free wifi, access to computers, stay and play sessions

Free play opportunities across Tipton and Smethwick for children aged 6-12 (up to 16 for children with SEND). We have a range of craft, sport and play activities. No pre-registration required, just rock up and play!

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Join us for our FREE Community Play session in Smethwick.
These sessions are suitable for families with children and young people aged 6-12yrs (up to 16yrs with SEN-D).

No pre-booking required, just rock up and play between 3.00pm and 5.30pm every Monday.

Proud to Play In Sandwell!

Goalkeeper coaching: we offer coaching on handling, footwork, dealing with crosses, 1 on 1 practice, long passing. All of our session are based on fun and continued development.

We offer coaching on a 1 to 1 and small group sessions.

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The Golden Years Club meet every Tuesday morning to have fun, play games and enjoy a lunch together.

Friendly social club for the over 55's. Entrance Fee £3.00 (this includes raffle ticket and refreshments).

We offer community based support to any young person, aged 0-18 who receives DLA.

Library open to all: space to sit and read, free wifi, access to computers, stay and play sessions

Library open to all: space to sit and read, free wifi, access to computers, stay and play sessions

Home visits to conduct energy assessments. Green doctors will give advice around energy efficiency, support with fuel poverty and heating bills and install small energy saving measures.

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New Nursery provisions.

please phone our office on 0121-500-5441 or email; info@cbo786.co.uk to find out how to access support.

MUGA and children play area

An interactive gardening sessions, designed to tackle isolation and loneliness through the building of friendships, boosting mood whilst getting some gardening tips.

You do not have to have been a gardener to join in. Lots of practical things to do.

Course run in conjunction with “With Nature in Mind” with funding from players of the National Lottery Community Fund

Sandwell's leading social and therapeutic horticultural project supporting people's health and wellbeing for over 20 years (an Ideal for All project - registered charity for disabled people)

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Sandwell's leading social and therapeutic horticultural project supporting peoples health and wellbeing for over 20 years (an Ideal for All project - registered charity for disabled people)

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Sandwell's leading social and therapeutic horticultural project supporting peoples health and wellbeing for over 20 years (an Ideal for All project - registered charity for disabled people)

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Social and Therapeutic gardening, Healthy lifestyle and Mental Wellbeing service for people aged 18+ in recovery for drug and alcohol misuse in Sandwell.

Meet like-minded people, make new connections, learn something new or share skills, spend time on our beautiful garden sites and help create a healing garden for the future for you and others to enjoy.

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SLT have 8 gyms in Sandwell including Haden Hill Leisure Centre, Wednesbury Leisure Centre, Harry Mitchell Leisure Centre (Weight Gym & Ladies Only Gym), Smethwick Swimming Centre, Portway Lifestyle Centre, Tipton Sports Academy, Tipton Leisure Centre.

Rowley Regis based leisure centre offering sport, leisure and fitness activities for all.

Please also use B66 4NL for sat nav directions as the centre entrance is located off Wilson Road, Smethwick.

Library open to all: space to sit and read, free wifi, access to computers, stay and play sessions

Pre school provision for children aged 2-5 in a well established community setting.

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Harassment and discrimination support to individuals in Sandwell who have experienced discrimination or harassment.

The centre hosts fitness classes, badminton and indoor team sports.

A service to support you to tackle the issues that may be causing you concerns BID are able to offer an accessible advice and guidance service that can provide you with important information or signposting you to other appropriate services to support you in improving your health and wellbeing

We provide a range of services to promote healthy living including:
•Sports activities and fitness classes
Bike Ride
•yoga & healthy cooking
high intense cardio for weight loss

Ethnicity focus: Pakistani, Bangladeshi

We help people combat isolation/depression encouraging them to join group session doing light activites such as arts & crafts, we offer healthy cooking tips and classes, yoga/meditation, men only groups, dementia, diabetes and menapause group sessions. We are also offering Bi-ligual IT sessions in the community to help local residents access health services/support on line

We offer health and digital literacy classes designed to equip individuals with essential skills for navigating both the healthcare system and the digital world. Our health literacy classes help you understand important health information, empowering you to make informed decisions about your well-being. Meanwhile, our digital literacy courses teach you how to use technology effectively, from basic computer skills to navigating online resources, ensuring you stay connected and confident in today's digital age

gymnasium, fitness, well being, training plans, boxercise, special needs activities, keep fit. after school club.

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Training and support covering basic IT and internet skills with an introduction to online health services and websites such as NHS Online.

Quality: PQASSO Level 1
Ethnicity focus: English, Indian, Polish, Pakistani, Afghan, Bangladeshi, Afro Caribbean

A culturally sensitive day service operates Mondays and Wednesdays 10.30am - 3pm providing support to older people 65+ but can accommodate younger ages 50+. Activities to improve fitness and education for better health and well being with a hot nutritious meal.

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Ethnicity focus: Congolese, Afro Caribbean