Mayfield Medical Centre

29/03/2026

Checkpoint Wellbeing Services for young people age 8-24.

For more information, call on 01803 200100 or go to https://www.childrenssociety.org.uk/information/young-people/checkpoint

26/03/2026

When we move, we’re stronger 💪

Sport England states the evidence is clearer than ever: being active has life-changing benefits at every stage of life.

Here’s what we know:
➡️ Movement has astonishing benefits for our physical health
➡️ Movement makes us happier
➡️ The benefits of being active last a lifetime
➡️ Movement connects and strengthens our communities
➡️ Physical activity is also hugely valuable to the national economy
➡️ Right now, movement matters more than ever

Learn more on why moving matters: https://orlo.uk/Wnlnz

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23/03/2026

FREE TORBAY'S YOGA4MENTALHEALTH Course. Starts: 24th April 2026!

Yoga4MentalHealth PCI (Personalized Care Institute) Yoga & Breathing Course. Starting on Friday the 24th of April, is a short course comprised of 8-Week sessions. Shorter sessions starting at 10 am and finish at 11:30 am. It's a course designed in a very safe, welcoming environment and both chairs only options and mat options exist. it is also secular with no direct references to spirituality. Plus, FREE /donation based. You will learn breathing techniques with enhancing knowledge week-by-week, including chimes giving the final sessions a truly Eastern feel that disguises the fact you are aligned to an optimum breath rate for O2 perfusion in the body being 5-6 bpm.

Yoga4MentalHealth YOGA CLASSES are from a Prescription Formulation yet are for both NHS & NON-NHS patients: There’s both Chair and Mat based applicability.

Where ? Face to face at the Torbay Foyer. Teignmouth Road, Torquay, TQ1 4DZ

Session Dates:-

Week 1 – April 24th
Week 2- May 1stW
eek 3- May 8th
Week 4- May 15th
Week 5- May 22nd
Week 6- May 29th
Week 7- June 5th
Week 8– June 12th.
Week 9- (Optional Breath Ambassador Workshop)

Who is it for:

- with stress, anxiety or mild or moderate depression (plus more serious SMIs please inform the provider first)- at risk of Type 2 diabetes or cardiovascular disease
- suffering from social isolation.

The Yoga4MentalHealth Yoga on Prescription 8-week programme supports both NHS & Non-NHS patients to gain self-care skills by learning yoga breathing, relaxation and mindfulness techniques. No prior experience is needed, and the gentle stretching and strengthening yoga postures can be done in a chair or on a yoga mat. This is a PCI (Personalized Care Institute) standardized course.

What will the classes involve?

Each of the eight 1.5 hourly sessions are led by an expert Yoga4Health teacher Dee (Davinia) Allbrook and include:

- Breathing practices
- Simple yoga postures
- Meditation and mindfulness
- Relaxation-Group discussion.

The Yoga4MentalHealth evidence-based programme was commissioned by the NHS and created by the Yoga in Healthcare Alliance. It fuses the wisdom of ancient practices with modern medical science. The programmer's benefits have been validated by Westminster University. Yoga4MentalHealth classes are inclusive and secular and do not promote any religious position.

The course sessions follow a weekly theme, 30 minutes of poses (10 minutes of seated mobilizations + chair or mat to follow), then a relaxation, a formal breathing practice and an opportunity to ask questions and share your experience in a circle, in order to encourage Biopsychosocial connectivity. Good quality well cleaned mats, blocks, straps and chairs are supplied.

The Venue is on a ground floor as are disabled toilets. Regular Stagecoach buses support the Venue in terms of transport. The Venue is centrally located and has is very accessible. Refreshments are provided.

20/03/2026

Wellbeing team lunchtime walk, helping to promote wellbeing and get some steps in for the Active Devon workplace challenge. 🚶‍♀️💪🌞

18/03/2026

These small steps can help you feel a little more balanced:

☀️ Soak up daylight early: Getting outside in the morning can help regulate sleep and lift mood.

🎧 Create a calming moment: Music, a podcast or quiet time can help reset a busy day.

🤝 Ask for support if you need it: You don’t have to manage everything alone.

Take care of yourself this spring, you’re doing better than you think.

13/03/2026

Feedback Friday

12/03/2026

In February 📣

We had 20,333 Registered patients 👫

We had 302 people fail to attend their appointments 🤦
(Please let us know if you are unable to attend)

We have 1062 registered carers ❤️

11/03/2026

Housing Mug & Mingle

Housing changes are happening and this is your chance to get the facts straight from those in the know!
Join this ESSENTIAL event focused on housing rights, the upcoming changes under the Renters’ Reform Act, and what it all means for you.

Whether you are renting, supporting someone who is, or simply want clarity on your options, this is your opportunity to ask your questions and get clear, practical answers - and a FREE cup of coffee!

🕛 10:30 - 12:00
🗓 16th March
📍 Paignton Community Hub

11/03/2026

February staff shout outs 📣

11/03/2026

What we have been doing in February 📣

07/03/2026

Falls and Frailty Prevention Event

Join this Falls and Frailty Prevention event, where you will get practical advice, simple strength and balance tips, and guidance from local experts to help you stay confident on your feet.

Whether you are looking for advice yourself or for a loved one, this friendly and informative session will give you tools to reduce risk, build resilience, and keep enjoying daily activities!

🗓 March 31st
🕘10:30 - 12:00
📍Upstairs in the Library (accessible by lift)

05/03/2026