RBWM Innovation Fund Project

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  EmpowHER

  by Saminahussain, about 20 hours ago
  

  
  

  🌸EmpowHER – Strength, Mobility & Menopause 🌸
  What a wonderful session at EmpowHER! 💪🏽✨
  
  Our women came together for a gentle but empowering Strength & Mobility class, creating a safe and supportive space to move, build confidence and focus on our health and wellbeing.
  
  We also had an insightful Menopause Talk, opening up honest conversations around menopause, the changes women experience, and the importance of understanding and looking after our bodies.
  
  💗 Stronger bodies. Greater confidence. Better informed.
  At EmpowHER, we believe every woman deserves a space where she feels supported, heard and empowered whatever her age, fitness level or... Continue reading

  
  

  🌸EmpowHER – Strength, Mobility & Menopause 🌸
  What a wonderful session at EmpowHER! 💪🏽✨
  
  Our women came together for a gentle but empowering Strength & Mobility class, creating a safe and supportive space to move, build confidence and focus on our health and wellbeing.
  
  We also had an insightful Menopause Talk, opening up honest conversations around menopause, the changes women experience, and the importance of understanding and looking after our bodies.
  
  💗 Stronger bodies. Greater confidence. Better informed.
  At EmpowHER, we believe every woman deserves a space where she feels supported, heard and empowered whatever her age, fitness level or stage of life.
  
  A huge thank you to Dr Muninder Walia and to everyone who joined us and shared their experiences.
  
  This is more than exercise. It’s community, connection and empowerment. 🌸

  
  #EmpowHER #Limitless24 #SakoonThroughCancer #WomensHealth #MenopauseMatters #StrengthAndMobility #WomenSupportingWomen #HealthyAgeing #Community #EmpowerHER
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  Sun sea and ice cream...no need to go away when you can holiday with your local churches!!

  by CHWChurches, 4 days ago
  

  The churches of Wraysbury, Horton and Colnbrook (CHW Churches) created a true holiday feel for the local older residents with their "Holiday at Home" event in August. A five day extravaganza included games, puzzles, live music, glass decorating, hand massages and high tea. There was even a day at the seaside, with sand, paddling, mini golf and of course, ice cream! A fantastic week with a chance to have fun and make new friends!

  The churches of Wraysbury, Horton and Colnbrook (CHW Churches) created a true holiday feel for the local older residents with their "Holiday at Home" event in August. A five day extravaganza included games, puzzles, live music, glass decorating, hand massages and high tea. There was even a day at the seaside, with sand, paddling, mini golf and of course, ice cream! A fantastic week with a chance to have fun and make new friends!
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  Women's Health EmpowHER

  by Saminahussain, 9 days ago
  

  
  

  We are back and had a full hall for our first class of the Autumn Term; great to see everyone's commitment to focusing on their wellbeing through movement.

  
  

  We are back and had a full hall for our first class of the Autumn Term; great to see everyone's commitment to focusing on their wellbeing through movement.
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  Oaken Grove Park - Upper Pond Gravel Delivery

  by Dave Duncan, 11 days ago
  

  Today a group of volunteers collected, transported and shoveled 3 or 4 tonnes of gravel kindly donated by a local resident to the Sir Nicholas Winton upper pond in Oaken Grove Park. The gravel will for the base of a new wildlife pond in the old derelict pond. Once completed with a pond liner and planting the new wildlife pond will look great and be an essential resource for hedgehog, foxes, insects, bats and birds - especially in the warmer summers expected. Thank you to everyone who helped today! Good work!

  Today a group of volunteers collected, transported and shoveled 3 or 4 tonnes of gravel kindly donated by a local resident to the Sir Nicholas Winton upper pond in Oaken Grove Park. The gravel will for the base of a new wildlife pond in the old derelict pond. Once completed with a pond liner and planting the new wildlife pond will look great and be an essential resource for hedgehog, foxes, insects, bats and birds - especially in the warmer summers expected. Thank you to everyone who helped today! Good work!
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  Maidenhead Tai Chi Community Group - Developing a Tai Chi Push Hands Program for Community Health

  by MaidenheadTaiChiCommunityGroup, 18 days ago
  

  
  

  Maidenhead Tai Chi Community Group continues to hold our weekly Tai Chi class at Maidenhead Library.

  We have also introduced a practical warm-up session that combines basic Tai Chi techniques with the principles of warm-up exercises. This helps participants prepare their bodies for Tai Chi practice, improve flexibility and mobility, and reduce the risk of injury. We are also inviting an Occupational Therapist volunteer to help us prepare and conduct a review of the effects of Tai Chi practice on participants’ health, mobility, balance, and overall well-being.

  
  

  
  

  Maidenhead Tai Chi Community Group continues to hold our weekly Tai Chi class at Maidenhead Library.

  We have also introduced a practical warm-up session that combines basic Tai Chi techniques with the principles of warm-up exercises. This helps participants prepare their bodies for Tai Chi practice, improve flexibility and mobility, and reduce the risk of injury. We are also inviting an Occupational Therapist volunteer to help us prepare and conduct a review of the effects of Tai Chi practice on participants’ health, mobility, balance, and overall well-being.

  
  
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  Summer role play village in Datchet

  by Pop Up Play Village, 26 days ago
  

  
  

  This summer, we had two amazing STEM Role Play Sessions at Datchet Baptist Church, welcoming local families with children aged 0–8. Children enjoyed exploring different role-play areas, including our Construction Site, Emergency Services, STEM games and Outdoor Games, as well as getting creative in our Art Studio, where children and parents designed and made fun summer crafts together.

  It was wonderful to meet so many local families and receive such lovely feedback about the sessions. We are incredibly grateful to the RBWM Innovation Fund for making this opportunity possible and allowing us to bring these free, educational... Continue reading

  
  

  This summer, we had two amazing STEM Role Play Sessions at Datchet Baptist Church, welcoming local families with children aged 0–8. Children enjoyed exploring different role-play areas, including our Construction Site, Emergency Services, STEM games and Outdoor Games, as well as getting creative in our Art Studio, where children and parents designed and made fun summer crafts together.

  It was wonderful to meet so many local families and receive such lovely feedback about the sessions. We are incredibly grateful to the RBWM Innovation Fund for making this opportunity possible and allowing us to bring these free, educational and fun experiences to local families. We are now looking forward to bringing more Pop Up Play Village sessions to Windsor from September — with plenty more learning, creativity and fun to come!

  Love Lizette

  
  
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  EmpowHER Datchet Village Hall

  by Saminahussain, about 1 month ago
  

  
  

  
  
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  EmpowHER

  by Saminahussain, about 1 month ago
  

  EmpowHER gives South Asian women more than women-only strength-based classes. It provides a safe and supportive space where women can connect, reduce loneliness, build confidence and motivate one another to keep moving.

  With NHS guidance recommending 150 minutes of physical activity each week, EmpowHER has helped women take those first steps towards a healthier, more active lifestyle. More importantly, it has created a community where women can support each other, stay motivated and continue their journey together.

  EmpowHER gives South Asian women more than women-only strength-based classes. It provides a safe and supportive space where women can connect, reduce loneliness, build confidence and motivate one another to keep moving.

  With NHS guidance recommending 150 minutes of physical activity each week, EmpowHER has helped women take those first steps towards a healthier, more active lifestyle. More importantly, it has created a community where women can support each other, stay motivated and continue their journey together.
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  Maidenhead Tai Chi Community Group - Developing a Tai Chi Push Hands Program for Community Health

  by MaidenheadTaiChiCommunityGroup, about 2 months ago
  

  Before relocating to the Maidenhead Community Centre, we had the opportunity to present a demonstration of the Tai Chi Sword and Push Hand at the URC Centre.

  The demonstration was well received, generating positive engagement from the audience and helping to raise awareness of our programme. It also reinforced participants' confidence and sense of achievement by giving them the opportunity to perform together and demonstrate the progress they had made through regular practice.

  This successful event provided a positive transition before the start of our activities at the Maidenhead Community Centre, where we look forward to continuing to grow and... Continue reading

  Before relocating to the Maidenhead Community Centre, we had the opportunity to present a demonstration of the Tai Chi Sword and Push Hand at the URC Centre.

  The demonstration was well received, generating positive engagement from the audience and helping to raise awareness of our programme. It also reinforced participants' confidence and sense of achievement by giving them the opportunity to perform together and demonstrate the progress they had made through regular practice.

  This successful event provided a positive transition before the start of our activities at the Maidenhead Community Centre, where we look forward to continuing to grow and engage with the local community.
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  Bridging Hear

  by WIDE, 2 months ago

  Project Update (21 July 2026)
  By WIDE

  The Bridging Hearts project continues to provide vital support to 27 vulnerable and older BAME women living in the Maidenhead and Windsor Borough who are experiencing loneliness and social isolation.

  With the arrival of warmer weather, project activities have successfully transitioned from the community centre to a local park. This shift has created a more accessible, relaxed, and welcoming environment, encouraging increased participation and stronger engagement among participants.

  Many of the women involved in the project live alone, have limited English proficiency, or face cultural and financial barriers that restrict their ability to... Continue reading

  Project Update (21 July 2026)
  By WIDE

  The Bridging Hearts project continues to provide vital support to 27 vulnerable and older BAME women living in the Maidenhead and Windsor Borough who are experiencing loneliness and social isolation.

  With the arrival of warmer weather, project activities have successfully transitioned from the community centre to a local park. This shift has created a more accessible, relaxed, and welcoming environment, encouraging increased participation and stronger engagement among participants.

  Many of the women involved in the project live alone, have limited English proficiency, or face cultural and financial barriers that restrict their ability to engage in mainstream social activities. The project remains committed to addressing these challenges by creating inclusive opportunities for connection, wellbeing, and community participation.

  As part of the programme, a group of 22 women and girls took part in a day trip to Brighton on 18 July 2026. The trip provided a valuable opportunity for social interaction, cultural exploration, and enjoyment in a supportive group setting.

  Day Trip Itinerary (18 July 2026):

  • 09:00 AM – Departure
  • 10:30 AM – Morning Stroll: Visit to Brighton Palace Pier to enjoy the seaside atmosphere, arcade games, and traditional fish and chips
  • 12:30 PM – Lunch & The Lanes: Exploration of The Lanes, featuring accessible walkways, tearooms, independent shops, and restaurants
  • 03:00 PM – Royal Pavilion: Visit to the Royal Pavilion Estate and its beautiful gardens, offering a peaceful space to relax
  • 04:30 PM – Seafront & Treats: Leisure time along the seafront, including ice cream and souvenir shopping
  • 06:00 PM – Departure: Return journey to London Victoria, arriving at approximately 7:00 PM

  The Brighton trip was a highlight of the month, offering participants a chance to build friendships, boost confidence, and experience a sense of joy and inclusion outside their usual environment.

  The Bridging Hearts project continues to play a crucial role in improving wellbeing, reducing isolation, and fostering a sense of belonging among women who might otherwise remain disconnected from their communities.