Milton Abbas Surgery

13/04/2026

If you started 2026 with healthy intentions, how did it go? If things didn’t stick - or never really got going - please don’t feel discouraged. Spring is a time for fresh starts, and April is a great chance to reset, refocus, and begin again. 🌱

If you’d like some friendly support to help you get going again, the LiveWell Dorset team is here 👉https://www.livewelldorset.co.uk/

LiveWell Dorset

13/04/2026

Does your child use aggression and/or harmful behaviours towards you in the home?

Capa First Response offers free online drop-in sessions every Wednesday - a welcoming, safe space for parents and caregivers to connect, share experiences, and learn practical, evidence-based strategies from experienced practitioners.

Places are free but you must book your space on Eventbrite. For more information about these events and how to book 👉 https://capafirstresponse.org/families/

12/04/2026

Looking for something to do this week or some company? Why not join one of our Wellbeing Team Groups?

⭐ Our Beginners Line Dancing group are on Mondays 2.30pm - 3.30pm at the Winterborne Whitechurch Village Hall

⭐️ Walking group is on Wednesday's at 10am - please see our surgery page for the walking schedule for April

⭐️ Our next Crafting group will be on Wednesday 15th April at 1.00pm at the Milborne St Andrew Sports Club Pavilion (DT11 0JA)

Everyone is welcome and no need to book a space, just turn up on the day. Our Wellbeing Team would love to see you!

For information about any of the above groups, please see our Wellbeing Team page on our surgery website: https://www.masurgery.co.uk/wellbeing-team

12/04/2026

11/04/2026

Age UK Welfare Benefits Team work directly with clients of State Pension age and above, visiting them at home to help apply for a range of benefits including:

* Attendance Allowance
* Pension Credit
* Council Tax Support
* Housing Benefit
* Revisions to existing DLA and PIP claims

They are also on hand to point people in the right direction when it comes to accessing social care and applying for a Blue Badge.

If you or someone you know could benefit from their support, please get in touch by calling 01305 269444 or email enquiries@ageuknswd.org.uk

11/04/2026

Are you living with hip or knee pain?

Book now 👉 www.h4c.org.uk/course

10/04/2026

Look Good Feel Better run free workshops in the UK (including in Dorchester), led by expert volunteers from the beauty and wellbeing industry, which give practical advice and support to people living with cancer.

Find out more 👉https://lookgoodfeelbetter.co.uk/

10/04/2026

Our Line Dancing Group run by our Wellbeing Team is always open to newcomers. Why not join them and have a go?

The group takes place at the Winterborne Whitechurch Village Hall on Mondays 2.30pm - 3.30pm.

Free entry but donations welcome to cover costs. No need to book, just turn up on the day. Mike and Jean would love to see you!

For more information please see our surgery website https://www.masurgery.co.uk/wellbeing-team/

09/04/2026

For more details 👉 https://www.h4c.org.uk/hpsw

09/04/2026

Spring into spring with Parks in Mind. The kettle is on, the daffodils are out - join them for some bloomin’ good times out of doors.

Sociable and fun gardening, cheery nature conservation, nature-inspired arty and crafty adventures, and calm meditative activities to help you stay well this spring.

See the programme by clicking here �https://parksfoundation.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Parks-in-Mind-programme-April-2026.pdf

08/04/2026

🌟 New Supported Employment Service Now Live! 🌟

Skills & Learning Adult Community Education (ACE) is excited to launch Connect to Work – a new service helping people across Dorset and BCP move into and stay in meaningful paid employment.

Who can get support?
Adults (18+) who want to work but need extra help due to:
✔️ Learning disabilities or difficulties
✔️ Autism or other neurodivergence
✔️ Mental health conditions
✔️ Physical or sensory disabilities
✔️ Long-term health conditions
✔️ Complex barriers or long-term unemployment
✔️ Risk of losing a job due to health or disability

To join, you must:
📍 Live in Dorset or BCP
🇬🇧 Have the right to work in the UK
🤝 Be able to take part in a structured programme

If you or someone you know could benefit, this could be a great step toward employment 💼✨

08/04/2026

Do you fancy trying some new crafting technique? Or just some company and a cuppa whilst you work on your own project?

Join some of the Milton Abbas Surgery Wellbeing Team at their next Craft Group on Wednesday 15th April 2026 at 1.00pm at the Milborne St Andrew Sports Club Pavilion (DT11 0JA).

Craft material, tea, coffee and biscuits will be available at no charge but donations welcome to cover costs. No need to book, just turn up on the day - the more the merrier!