Social Prescribing is an initiative from the NHS which is in its trial phase in Cornwall and gathering momentum.

The idea is simple, medicine is not always the only or whole solution. Sometimes exercise, joining social groups or participation in relevant activities can make a big difference to those who feel isolated or have long term conditions.

This probably sounds like preaching to the converted because the U3A has developed from similar principles, but that is exactly why the U3A is getting involved.

Some time ago AgeUK created the Cornwall Link website to provide a central source of community information; it includes groups and organisations offering support and opportunities for individuals, families, carers and volunteers.

This website, https://cornwall-link.co.uk, is likely to become a useful tool for surgeries when recommending additional support for patients, where appropriate.

On the website you will find a wide variety of groups signing up to offer their services, e.g. from cafe and lunch groups to walking football and Nordic walking!

If you search for U3A, you will find that Saltash and U3A groups throughout the county are well represented.

CRAFT4CRAFTERS CRAFT AND TEXTILE SHOW WESTPOINT ARENA EXETER

THURSDAY TO SAT 13^TH– 15^TH FEBUARY 2020 – 10am – 5pm

One of the most successful Craft Shows in South West returns to the Westpoint Arena Exeter next February 2020.   Visitors will find over 170 of the finest craft suppliers selling everything from fabrics, stamping, papercraft, needlecrafts, beading, button, haberdashery and more plus win a brand new sewing machine competition.   There will also be over 70 daily workshops to choose from including felting, embroidery, needlecraft, creative glass,  papercraft, stamping, marbling, hobby craft and more.   Along with many textile and quilt displays, restaurants and cafes with free car parking this truly is an incredible crafting event and a wonderful day out.

£10 Adult £9 concession, under 16s free – £2 off if booked in advance www.craft4crafters.co.uk