Communities Engage & Thrive CIC

09/03/2026

So lovely and refreshing to see a variety of activities specifically for Men courtesy of . Please share with any men who many benefit 💚

08/03/2026

Happy International Women’s Day! 💜🤍✨

Today, March 8th, 2026, we at Communities Engage and Thrive want to take a moment to celebrate the incredible women who make our world and our community a brighter, stronger place.

To the mothers, the leaders, the caregivers, the dreamers, and the doers: your resilience is our inspiration. Empowerment isn't just a word to us; it’s the heartbeat of everything we do. We see your hard work, we hear your voices, and we honor the unique journey every single one of you is on.

Today, we don't just celebrate how far we've come; we commit to lifting each other up even higher. When women thrive, our whole community thrives. 🌸

To all the women in our community: You are enough, you are powerful, and you are valued. Today and every day, we stand with you. 💚

06/03/2026

Today was week 6 of our 7 week manage Your Diabetes Programme at Dolphin Women's Centre , we had a wonderful healthy cooking demonstration by our lovely chef Kate, showing how simple, nutritious meals can still be full of flavour. 🍲🥗

As many of our lovely ladies are fasting during Ramadan, we made sure they didn’t miss out. Instead of tasting the food during the session, the delicious, diabetes-friendly dishes were carefully packed into containers for them to take home and enjoy at iftar.

From wholesome mixed bean salad to smoked mackerel and rye bread to healthy homemade flapjack treats and avocado and dark chocolate mousse, it was a great way to show that balanced eating can still be tasty and practical during Ramadan.

Supporting our community means being flexible, understanding, and making sure everyone can benefit even while fasting. 💚

Huge thanks to our amazing chef Kate.

All recipes used are from our CET Diabetes friendly recipe book which all participants will recieve a copy of on the final week of the programme in their choice of language 🙌

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05/03/2026

This week we completed 3 of our Manage your Diabetes programmes. 🎉

In today’s final session at Hamstead our Nutritional Therapist Parveen shared practical tips on meal planning, bulk cooking and how to read food labels, helping everyone feel more confident about making healthier choices. The feedback we have recieved has been truly uplifting and positive and the changes we have seen in just 6 weeks are phenomenol. We are seeing improved mental wellbeing, weight loss and participants who are feeling more educated, motivated and optimistic for the future in improving their sugar levels.

It was warming to see so many smiles and happy faces.
It was lovely presenting our participants with their certificates, recipe books and additional information packs to support them on their journey. So many were sad the programme has come to an end, but I reminded them that they are all capable of achieving their goals one step at a time.

Wishing everyone the very best on their health journey. And remember, we’re only ever a phone call or message away.

6 brand new programmes start in April and past participants are always welcome to join again for extra support.

Please use the link in the comments to register your interest in our upcoming programmes.

Sarah, Project Coordinator 💚

Birmingham City Council

04/03/2026

Train to be a Dementia Ally with AmbaCare Solutions CIC

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/ymn7p87j

Alternatively for more information or to book a place email -

Chris Bourne chris@amba-uk.org or call

Ruth Chauhan Health, Wellbeing & Dementia Specialist

m 07974 727223 or email ruth@amba-uk.org

Contrary to popular belief, dementia is not an inevitable part of getting older!

Come and join us for this FREE interactive workshop to learn

about the things that can increase the risk of dementia and the steps you can take to boost your brain resilience.

Gain the knowledge and skills to become a Dementia Ally -

able to support and encourage others to take steps to

reduce the risk of dementia, raise awareness about

dementia and make a difference in your community.

Refreshments and sandwich lunch providedfor anyone living or working in Birmingham

10 am to 3 pm on 13 March 2026
Venue - Alexander Stadium
Walsall Road Perry Barr B42 2LR

03/03/2026

Osteoporosis doesn’t just break bones: IT BREAKS LIVES
1 in 2 women and 1 in 5 men over 50 will break a bone due to osteoporosis. It’s one of the biggest hidden health emergencies of our time.

The Royal Osteoporosis Society (ROS ) have been shortlisted by Slater & Gordon for Charity of the Year, and your vote could unlock a major donation and a yearlong partnership that helps us support more people living with osteoporosis.

Please take about 1 minute to vote before the 6th of March

Thank you Rehana Ismail
Lead voluntary advocate
ROS

https://www.slatergordon.co.uk/charity-of-the-year/?utm_campaign=4285358_VNN%20FEB26&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Royal%20Osteoporosis%20Society&dm_t=0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0

OR

Voting closes Friday 6 March.
👉 Vote here: https://www.slatergordon.co.uk/charity-of-the-year/

Every vote truly counts. Thank you for supporting us

Charity of the Year 2026 | Slater + Gordon

Royal Osteoporosis Society
Rehana Ismail

Slater and Gordon’s Charity of The Year search: win a five-figure donation and year-round support.

26/02/2026

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25/02/2026

If you live in the west locality of birmingham and want to quit smoking get in touch today!! We are here to help. TEXT 'QUITNOW to the number below and we will respond to you or simply just visit the website below. 🚭

Www.pharmastrat.co.uk/bcht

Handsworth Neighbourhood Forum Lozells Neighbourhood Forum Perry Barr NNS Ladywood NNS

24/02/2026

Coming up next week. Booking is essential as spaces are limited.

24/02/2026