Wellbeing Circles

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What is a Wellbeing Circle.

A Wellbeing Circle works by bringing a group of people together to help you in areas of your day to day life where you might benefit from some support. One of the key benefits of a Wellbeing Circle is the central part it enables you to play in designing and reshaping the support you want to access and how that might look in practise. The Wellbeing Circle has you at the centre and in control of the support you receive.

Wellbeing Circles Objective is you and our support to help you towards a happier, healthier life and open up access, continue connections and to stay engaged within your community. You will be visited by a lead co-ordinator who will establish what is important in your life, explore who you wish to bring into your circle and what support you hope for to achieve these ambitions, whilst giving you continuous support and encouragement to start using helpful services.

What is the purpose of a Wellbeing Circle.

The purpose of the Wellbeing Circle is to benefit residents in remaining independent and still connected, within the comfort of their own home, combating isolation and loneliness through identifying positive change and where they need most support. By bringing together friends, family members and neighbours into their lives and their wellbeing Circle, we can all work collaboratively to support an individual.

Royal Borough of Windsor Maidenhead Council in partnership with Frimley ICS (through NHS Charities) is working closely with Voluntary Sector Organisations to support and improve the wellbeing of its residents by helping them retain/build connections and to stay engaged.

What is a Wellbeing Circle.

A Wellbeing Circle works by bringing a group of people together to help you in areas of your day to day life where you might benefit from some support. One of the key benefits of a Wellbeing Circle is the central part it enables you to play in designing and reshaping the support you want to access and how that might look in practise. The Wellbeing Circle has you at the centre and in control of the support you receive.

Wellbeing Circles Objective is you and our support to help you towards a happier, healthier life and open up access, continue connections and to stay engaged within your community. You will be visited by a lead co-ordinator who will establish what is important in your life, explore who you wish to bring into your circle and what support you hope for to achieve these ambitions, whilst giving you continuous support and encouragement to start using helpful services.

What is the purpose of a Wellbeing Circle.

The purpose of the Wellbeing Circle is to benefit residents in remaining independent and still connected, within the comfort of their own home, combating isolation and loneliness through identifying positive change and where they need most support. By bringing together friends, family members and neighbours into their lives and their wellbeing Circle, we can all work collaboratively to support an individual.

Royal Borough of Windsor Maidenhead Council in partnership with Frimley ICS (through NHS Charities) is working closely with Voluntary Sector Organisations to support and improve the wellbeing of its residents by helping them retain/build connections and to stay engaged.

Wellbeing Circles Stories

Steve, a local Maidenhead resident suffered a stroke some 3 years ago, having only recently moved into the area during Covid he was struggling to make new friends and join social groups. With the support from the lovely Aichoo - a Wellbeing Circle Volunteer Steve found the confidence to start attending a local group called Men's Matters. After 5 short weeks of being supported Steve now attends the group weekly on his own, something he wouldn't have felt confident to do when we first met and has signed himself onto a day trip out with them at Hendon RAF Museum in July. Through positive change and support, together we can make a difference.


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    My Story...

    over 3 years ago

    At the tender age of 43 years old, living her best life, Clare suffered a heart attack and a stroke in January 2020 and has been desperately trying to regain her mobility ever since to enable her to be the best mother to her 2 wonderful young sons, wife to her husband and to rehabilitate back to a life she recognises. I will let Sue tell your their story and their journey so far.....

    In the past year, Clare has come on so well, and has achieved all the initial goals she set herself; walking to school to collect her... Continue reading

    At the tender age of 43 years old, living her best life, Clare suffered a heart attack and a stroke in January 2020 and has been desperately trying to regain her mobility ever since to enable her to be the best mother to her 2 wonderful young sons, wife to her husband and to rehabilitate back to a life she recognises. I will let Sue tell your their story and their journey so far.....

    In the past year, Clare has come on so well, and has achieved all the initial goals she set herself; walking to school to collect her children; preparing meals in advance in slow cooker, batch cooking and developing a little more independence.

    When I first started walking with Clare she was able to take a few steps, but we had very short walks and ended up sitting down every few metres. We worked out where the bus stops with seats were located, which part of the park had benches in, and made a beeline for them, and planned our walk around them.

    After practicing and regular walks, Clare and I have walked to her nearest Costa, progressed to her friend’s house, walked to a café in Windsor Marina and had a coffee there, and so on. We regularly walk for over an hour or so without sitting down now. She has amazed me, she has done so well.

    Clare’s confidence has built enormously, and she has sent me photos of herself outside the children’s school, and her friend’s house, having walked there by herself. She has worked so very hard to build up her stamina and independence, and seems to be happier in herself because she is less dependent on others.

    We do have more targets to achieve.. a bus trip to Windsor; longer walks, but she is a very determined woman and I’m sure she’ll get there.

    I find it immensely rewarding, watching Clare make more steps to independence, and although the road to recovery isn’t easy, I have found her determination awe inspiring.

    Every time I get home after spending time with Clare, I feel such a sense pride in her, and her achievements.

    She is lucky to have such a supportive family and group of friends as well, who do so very much. Her children are growing up fast and a real credit to her and her husband’s teamwork and parenting skills.

    Thank you so much Wellbeing Circle for allowing me a glimpse into their life, and the opportunity to make a very small difference.

    Nobody would choose to have a stroke in their early 40s, with two primary-school aged children, but Clare is such an inspiration to me.

    Thank you Sasha

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    Steve's Day Trip Out with Men's Matters

    over 3 years ago

    4 months ago Steve didn't belong to any groups and had very few friends having only recently moved into Maidenhead - through the support that Aichoo provided he is now attending Men's Matters independanty and thoroughly enjoying his days out with them. Here you can see him suited and booted at a recent trip to Hendon RAF Museum and also attending the Maidenhead Gurdwara where he listened to a talk on the Duke of Wellington.

    4 months ago Steve didn't belong to any groups and had very few friends having only recently moved into Maidenhead - through the support that Aichoo provided he is now attending Men's Matters independanty and thoroughly enjoying his days out with them. Here you can see him suited and booted at a recent trip to Hendon RAF Museum and also attending the Maidenhead Gurdwara where he listened to a talk on the Duke of Wellington.

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    Another great story...

    almost 4 years ago

    Hi Sasha, Just wanted to share. Thanks to my walking with Sue I have achieved 2 massive goals. Walking to school and also walking to my friends house, who lives in the next street. Both of these goals were so important to my recovery and something I thought may take years. My regular walks have been invaluable and hugely accelerated my rehab. Massive thank you to all involved in providing this service it has hugely improved my quality of life.



    Hi Sasha, Just wanted to share. Thanks to my walking with Sue I have achieved 2 massive goals. Walking to school and also walking to my friends house, who lives in the next street. Both of these goals were so important to my recovery and something I thought may take years. My regular walks have been invaluable and hugely accelerated my rehab. Massive thank you to all involved in providing this service it has hugely improved my quality of life.



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    He did it - 3rd time lucky with the weather

    about 4 years ago

    From Levi.

    As you can see from my new photograph, I completed the Skydive on Friday 25th February 2022 at the Skydive Centre at Hinton Airfield. I was in the very safe hands of Keith, who was my skydive instructor, and was filmed and photographed in flight by Simon. This has been a longstanding dream of mine, and I am so grateful to everybody who has supported me in this endeavour. I am also incredibly thankful for your kind donations which will go towards helping visually impaired people receive the life changing support of a guide dog.

    Levi smashed his... Continue reading

    From Levi.

    As you can see from my new photograph, I completed the Skydive on Friday 25th February 2022 at the Skydive Centre at Hinton Airfield. I was in the very safe hands of Keith, who was my skydive instructor, and was filmed and photographed in flight by Simon. This has been a longstanding dream of mine, and I am so grateful to everybody who has supported me in this endeavour. I am also incredibly thankful for your kind donations which will go towards helping visually impaired people receive the life changing support of a guide dog.

    Levi smashed his target and raised a huge £1379.00 for his chosen charity - well done Levi we are all beyond proud of you....so what next??? watch this space...

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    Morag's journey...

    about 4 years ago

    Morag was referred to the Wellbeing Circle 8 months ago, suffering from a downturn in self-esteem and confidence, which led her to remaining more and more within the confines of her own home, cutting community connections. Suffering from an acquired brain injury left Morag scared to venture out and worried for her future, as her network of friends became more distant, given her fear of venturing out. It was clear that Morag had a lot to offer and after numerous conversations we slowly introduced her back into supportive spaces and networks, where she quickly gained confidence and resilience to not... Continue reading

    Morag was referred to the Wellbeing Circle 8 months ago, suffering from a downturn in self-esteem and confidence, which led her to remaining more and more within the confines of her own home, cutting community connections. Suffering from an acquired brain injury left Morag scared to venture out and worried for her future, as her network of friends became more distant, given her fear of venturing out. It was clear that Morag had a lot to offer and after numerous conversations we slowly introduced her back into supportive spaces and networks, where she quickly gained confidence and resilience to not only attend, but to support and encourage others who were in need of similar connections and interdependent relationships. Morag attends Community Fridge, where she now has a regular voluntary shift, to support other residents access this worthwhile and supportive project. Morag has now rebuilt her confidence, friendships and carries her infectious smile front and centre, evidencing her new found resilience and capacity to build and support others take similar steps forward…

    To learn more about the Community Fridge and who it supports see below from lead co-ordinator Tiia Stephens.

    At the Community Fridge we collect and rescue short dated food or food that is nearing its sell by date. We collect this food from supermarkets and redistribute it at our shop, to prevent food from going in to waste or in to landfill. All of the food we collect is still safe and good to eat. Anyone can access the food from our community fridge which is located at 181 Oxford Road in Windsor SL4 5DX, where we are currently open Tuesday to Friday 11am to 1pm. We ask the following: that you wear a mask when entering the small shop to protect our volunteers, that you need to bring a carrier bag for the food that you choose. We are a charity and we rely on your cash donation when you visit the community fridge ( as all of the donations received go to keep the shop running costs paid, which keeps the shop open)

    The Community Fridge helps reduce food waste, it helps families save money, it also helps to connect the community, We are looking for volunteers to help in the community fridge on a set day each week, and for volunteers to help collect food donations from supermarkets in Slough, Ascot and Maidenhead

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    Gardening

    about 4 years ago

    Sheila and Jess went to help Mrs S, who has very limited mobility and can no longer tend her garden. We were faced with an overgrown garden, Jess tackled the evil brambles and overgrown honeysuckle, whilst Sheila set to work with the electric mower , cutting as much of the lawn as could be reached with the length of power cord available. Once the mowing was finished, Sheila also moved on to bramble -cutting duty. It was nice to see the neighbours popping in with some shopping for Mrs S, and her brother also visited while we were there. At... Continue reading

    Sheila and Jess went to help Mrs S, who has very limited mobility and can no longer tend her garden. We were faced with an overgrown garden, Jess tackled the evil brambles and overgrown honeysuckle, whilst Sheila set to work with the electric mower , cutting as much of the lawn as could be reached with the length of power cord available. Once the mowing was finished, Sheila also moved on to bramble -cutting duty. It was nice to see the neighbours popping in with some shopping for Mrs S, and her brother also visited while we were there. At the end of the session we had filled 6 bin bags with green waste, and the garden looked much tidier and inviting to sit in once the weather warms up. There is more that could be done - finishing mowing the rest of the lawn with an extension lead, and there are a couple of rampant buddleias that need cutting back.


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    Levi's 'circle of support'

    over 4 years ago
    Picture of Levi and his guide dog

    For a number of months now we have been supporting a lovely gentleman called Levi to create a 'circle of support' around him to aid his living a more engaged and active lifestyle. Some of the many tasks we have assisted Levi with include, food shopping, creating an outside space in his garden, planting flower beds during the summer months, bespoke 1-1 IT support to demystify the Internet and designing a rota for volunteers to walk his guide dog (allowing Hugo- his dog- the chance to enjoy being a dog and get a day off!).

    Levi will be experiencing the... Continue reading

    For a number of months now we have been supporting a lovely gentleman called Levi to create a 'circle of support' around him to aid his living a more engaged and active lifestyle. Some of the many tasks we have assisted Levi with include, food shopping, creating an outside space in his garden, planting flower beds during the summer months, bespoke 1-1 IT support to demystify the Internet and designing a rota for volunteers to walk his guide dog (allowing Hugo- his dog- the chance to enjoy being a dog and get a day off!).

    Levi will be experiencing the thrill of a Tandem Skydive, a lifetime ambition of his and one during which he has asked if we could help him raise funds on behalf of the Guide Dogs.

    Since losing his sight, having Hugo by his side has provided a lifeline and companion, allowing him to become more independent and to regain his confidence. Being able to raise money and awareness of the services Guide dogs offer to people like Levi is something we can help with. He enjoys and is an active volunteer himself with the East Berkshire Fundraising Group. What a truly amazing opportunity he has to raise awareness and I'm sure we can help him with this endeavour.

    If you wish to donate to this fantastic charity and support Levi in his fundraising target then feel follow the link below:

    https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/levi-niemann

    Levi is a hugely inspirational person who radiates positivity and kindness at all times and we wish him the very best undertaking this amazing challenge he has set himself.

    Levi has been supported hugely by Nick Bradshaw one of our dedicated Wellbeing Volunteers that offered to help Levi last year and over the last 5 months has become not only a volunteer but a close friend during that time and shall be accompanying Levi when he makes his jump - we very much look forward to hearing more news from him soon.....

    Shay Bottomley, local journalist for the Maidenhead Advertiser also visited Levi this week, follow link below to read further;

    https://www.maidenhead-advertiser.co.uk/gallery/maidenhead/172630/blind-resident-prepares-for-skydive-to-give-back-to-charity.html

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