HEALTHY WORKFORCE – HEALTHIER BUSINESS

There are a huge number of benefits to us if we practice good health. By eating well and cutting down on pre-prepared and processed food and exercising on a regular basis we are more likely to maintain good health.  But there are also big benefits to business and the UK economy in general.

We are all living longer and, if we can stay healthy for longer too, there is less strain on services such as the NHS. If we stay healthy, there is also less strain on our businesses and reduced stress for our employers and employees.  

To help us achieve better lifestyles, Stockport Council, along with Stockport Homes and 13 other agencies across the borough have teamed up to hold a Wellbeing Week.

The events will be held from 5th to 10th October and will offer a wide range of free activities for Stockport residents to take part in.

Each day is themed around the ‘Five Ways to Wellbeing’, (Keep Learning, Connect, Give, Be Active & Take Notice) which are activities people can build into their everyday lives and things that have been shown to help people feel good. 

Monday 5^th October: Wellbeing Festival – 10.00am -3.30pm in Stockport Town Hall Ballroom:
                                      – range of stalls with ideas on how to improve your health and wellbeing
                                      – CPR demonstration
                                      – Yoga lessons
                                      – Meditation techniques and mindfulness.
                                      – Local choirs & musicians.

Tuesday 6th:              A Health Chat Course

Wednesday 7^th:       Tea party hosted by Common Ground & St Elisabeth’s Church 2.30pm -4.30pm

Thursday 8^th:            Health & Wellbeing Quiz – 1.00pm-3.00pm – followed by Afternoon Tea and Raffle at
                                     Queens Gardens, Cheadle

Friday 9^th:                  Stroll around Stockport Town Centre for the amazing blue plaque walk.
                                    13:00 – 14:30, meet at the Plaza Theatre, Mersey Square.  

Saturday 10^th:          World Mental Health Day – 10.00am – 4.00pm.
                                    Merseyway Precinct – find out about living longer, feeling healthier and being happier.

Councillor John Pantall, Stockport Council’s Executive Member for Independence & Wellbeing, said:

“Wellbeing week is a great opportunity to encourage and help people and families improve their wellbeing and enjoyment with everyday life.

“The Council is committed to helping residents to live healthier lives which will improve their emotional health. There are many other organisations in Stockport which also offer opportunities throughout the year.”

To find out more about the activities on offer visit www.stockport.gov.uk/wellbeingweek