Templer Wellbeing

17/12/2025

Important Notice – Carol Service Cancellation ☔💨

Due to the current weather warning for heavy rain, we regret to inform you that the Mayors Carol Service this evening including Santa, live music, market stalls and town entertainment has been cancelled for safety reasons.

We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding.
Shops in town will remain open till 8pm and parking is free in town centre TDC car parks from 4pm if you do have any last minute shopping to do.

We wish you all a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year 🎅

13/12/2025

Information for free food & goods support this Christmas ~ community larders, fridges and foodbanks ➡️

Christmas can be an expensive time of year, and we know there may be people struggling who need a little extra help.

Across Teignbridge and Devon, there are food banks, community fridges, and larders available to help those most in need.

Food banks provide basic stocks of food and provisions, free of charge and community fridges and larders offer food for free that would have otherwise gone to waste.

Teignbridge CVS has created a list of all food support available throughout Christmas. You can also find help and advice on our website.

Links to list and website in comments below👇

11/12/2025

10/12/2025

And that’s a wrap 🎁🎬👏

Our final community support service of the year took place today, and what an incredible way to finish!

A heartfelt thank you to every single person involved—helping to make this a truly outstanding success. Together, we’ve supported so many people, and that’s something to celebrate.

We will be back in the New Year on Wednesday 14th January 😁

09/12/2025

🌟 NEW YEAR HOPE Programme 🌟
———- —- Newton Abbot —- ———

Living with chronic pain, fatigue, or low-level anxiety/depression? You’re not alone. Join our FREE friendly, practical HOPE (Help Overcoming Problems Effectively) course to learn new tools, share experiences, and build confidence—together.

📅 Starts: Tuesday 13th January 2026
🕐 Time: 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
📍 Venue: Courtenay Centre, Newton Abbot
📆 Duration: 6 weeks (every Tuesday afternoon)

👥 Who it’s for: Adults living with long-term health challenges

🧭 What to expect:
• Weekly small-group sessions led by trained facilitators
• Simple strategies for pacing, sleep, mood, and goal-setting
• Peer support in a safe, non-judgemental space
• Practical resources to use at home

Book via the email or 📞 number shown.

08/12/2025

🔹THIS WEDNESDAY 10th DECEMBER🔹

For any help, advice , signposting or a purpose to venture out and be in a welcoming friendly space then come and join us.

Our Wellbeing Team are hosting the next Newton Abbot Community Support service between 10.30-12.30 Wednesday 10th December The Courtenay Centre.

Pop along and meet our lovely team & specialist organisations and charities.
🔹It’s FREE! Everyone is welcome 🙂
🔹Cafe is open 🍰 ☕️
🔹FREE Mince Pies for visitors 🥧
🔹Festive Christmas jumpers optional! 🎄❄️ ⛄️

Exeter Community Energy
Teign Housing
Healthwatch Devon
THAT Foodbank.
The Cwtch Hub CIC
KingsCare League of Friends
Devon Mental Health Alliance
Department for Work and Pensions - DWP
Newton Abbot Police
Teignbridge CVS
Age UK Devon
South West Water
MPs Office casework team
NHS App support

Thankyou to Tesco Community team for your donation 🥧 👏

05/12/2025

🛑 NEW DATE RELEASED 🛑 BOOK NOW 🛑

This event is now sold out - We are pleased to announce that our next Pop-Up Food Market will take place on Wednesday 28th January 2026 10.00 - 12.30 at Newton Abbot Racecourse. To book either scan the QR code or follow the link to our booking form. Newton Abbot Racecourse Rotary Newton Abbot

03/12/2025

Templer Wellbeing have recently been collaborating with Rotary Newton Abbot and today Debbie & Nadine visited the launch of the their first POP UP FOODMARKET with Devon & Cornwall Food Action - DCFA.

Rotary members have been working hard to bring an accessible food source to our community—helping cut food waste and tackle poverty.

It is an impressive accomplishment with 125 local people able to load a 🛒 with a variety of food having registered with a pre booked place and time slot 🥟🧁🥫🍌🥦🥐🍗🍊🥧

Everyone will find a flyer for our monthly Community Support Service in their trolley with details how to get help and information with multiple issues including cost of living, benefits, MH and community activity (Next taking place 📍📆 WEDNESDAY 10th DECEMBER @ The Courtenay Centre)

Well done to everyone involved 👏

🎯 Accessible food. Less waste. Less poverty. Big impact. 🌍✨

02/12/2025

📍What’s new next week❓
⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️
Well for starters we have FREE mince pies for all visitors !

You will find us at The Courtenay Centre on WEDNESDAY 10th DECEMBER 10.30-12.30 for the monthly Community Support Service.

Alongside the usual valuable advice and information we have Age UK Devon and Teignbridge CVS present 👉🏼

AGE UK DEVON
☑️ Exercise classes
☑️ Scam Awareness service
☑️ Enabling & Home Support
☑️ Foot care
☑️ Better later lives, general advice & support
☑️ Welfare benefits help
POP ALONG AND CATCH UP WITH NINA FOR MORE INFORMATION!

TEIGNBRIDGE CONNECT/CVS
✅ Looking to uplevel your life in 2026!?
✅ Explore more with volunteering opportunities
✅ Gain new skills/experiences & confidence
✅ Make new friends
COME AND CHAT TO CHLOE ABOUT OPPORTUNITIES THAT COULD MAKE 2026 YOUR BEST YEAR YET!

28/11/2025

🔹WEDNESDAY 10th DECEMBER🔹
If you’re seeking any type of help, advice , signposting or a purpose to venture out and be in a welcoming friendly space then come and join us. Our Wellbeing Team are hosting the next Newton Abbot Community Support service between 10.30-12.30 on the 10th of December The Courtenay Centre.

Pop along and meet our lovely team & specialist organisations and charities.
🔹It’s FREE! Everyone is welcome 🙂
🔹Cafe is open 🍰 ☕️
🔹Giveaway Mince Pies for visitors 🥧
🔹Festive Christmas jumpers optional! 🎄❄️ ⛄️

Exeter Community Energy
Teign Housing
Healthwatch Devon
THAT Foodbank.
The Cwtch Hub CIC
KingsCare League of Friends
Devon Mental Health Alliance
Department for Work and Pensions - DWP
Newton Abbot Police
Teignbridge CVS
Age UK Devon
South West Water
MPs Office casework team
NHS App support

Thankyou to Tesco Community team for your donation.

27/11/2025

Information from TALKWORKS - NHS.
Learn more about seasonal affective disorder and how TALKWORKS can help in our blog:
https://www.talkworks.dpt.nhs.uk/blog/the-best-ways-to-cope-with-sad-in-winter

Symptoms can range from low mood, feeling irritable, feelings of worthlessness, stress or low self esteem. It is possible to make small changes. Changes or telling someone is a positive start 🙂

For some people, symptoms of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) can feel more noticeable or harder to manage during the winter.

But small things can help:

🔵 try some physical activity – anything that gets you moving
🔵 make the most of natural light – getting outside or sitting near windows
🔵 plan for tougher days – shifting stressful tasks or building in more rest

There’s also treatment available if you’re finding things really tough – such as light therapy, talking therapies or medication.

Find out more ➡️ www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/seasonal-affective-disorder-sad/overview/

26/11/2025

🔥 🔥 FREE Help & Support 🔥 🔥

📍 FUEL POVERTY AWARENESS DAY
📆 Wednesday 26th November
🏠 Teignbridge & Torbay
🪧 See details below how to access

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

- There are significant links between health risks and cold, damp living conditions.
- With temperatures dropping NOW is the time to act for yourself or anyone that is vulnerable.
- Use this link to see how you can get help
https://ecoeadvice.org.uk/2025/11/19/fuel-poverty-awareness-day-make-a-difference-with-a-referral/
With Exeter Community Energy

📍An advisor will also be present at our next COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICE at The Courtenay Centre Newton Abbot.

📆 10.30-12.30 WEDNESDAY 10th DECEMBER.

🆓 drop in for information, advice & referrals.

👫All welcome (poster in comments)