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Longford Social Prescribing Service, Longford Community Resources clg, Templemichael Glebe, Longford (2025)

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Longford Community Resources Clg, Templemichael Glebe

17/08/2025

Want to start exercising but can’t find the motivation? Started exercising but dropped out because you lost the motivation to keep going?
For many people who have been putting exercise on the long finger, or who begin exercising and then struggle to stay active, it’s often simply because they haven’t found an activity that they enjoy…..
You might get an enthusiastic recommendation from a friend or family member about a specific form of exercise, begin it, find that it is not for you, drop out and become demotivated. What appeals to one person may not be a good fit for you!
If this sounds familiar, the important thing to remember is that physical exercise comes in many forms. Focus on finding activities that you enjoy, start slowly, and gradually build up your routine. If you try an activity and don’t like, keep trying out other activities! We are blessed in Co. Longford with a choice of diverse activities that are ideal for people who would like to getting moving more. Whether you wish to start alone or as part of a group, we will help you to find a form of exercise that suits you best. If you're dreading exercise, it's less likely you'll stick with them. Find activities you genuinely enjoy and these will be the ones that are most sustainable for you.
To help you get started, contact Longford Social Prescribing Service: Phone Tony 087 458 1178 or Mary 087 448 0835 or email socialprescribing@lcrl.ie

15/08/2025

At Longford Social Prescribing Service, we can connect you to a range of activities and supports in your community.

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14/08/2025

Why You Should Give Social Prescribing a Go?
Social prescribing is all about connecting you to activities, groups and supports that boost your health and happiness.
Here’s what it can help you with:
✅ Meeting new people and feeling less isolated
✅ Finding hobbies and activities that hold your interest and lift your mood
✅ Getting support for life’s challenges including money, housing, stress and transport
✅ Improving your overall health and wellbeing

Think of Social Prescribing as a personalised wellbeing menu — we will help you to find the right activities, advice or support for you.
Whether it’s joining a group, learning a new skill, or getting help with day-to-day worries, social prescribing puts you at the centre of your care.
It’s about living better, not just treating symptoms.
Ask your local Social Prescribing Link Worker about how we can help you.
Phone Mary on 087 448 0835 or Tony on 087 458 1178 or email socialprescribing@lcrl.ie.

30/07/2025

Eat the rainbow 🌈 for a burst of vitamins, antioxidants, and delicious variety -because every color brings its own health benefits. And remember, dinner doesn’t always have to be hot - especially in the summer months, a crisp, colorful salad can be just as satisfying!

18/07/2025

Do you Need Encouragement to Get Moving?

Are you concerned that you lead a sedentary lifestyle and don’t get enough exercise, but don’t know where to start? Do you need encouragement to get moving?

If you’re just getting started—or if it’s been a while since you moved much—you are not alone! The good news? There are many groups and organisations in Longford that offer excellent opportunities for help you get moving more.

Gentle exercise is one of the best things you can do for your health. You don’t need to break a sweat, every step and movement counts, and it’s never too late to start! Physical activity improves your general health and wellbeing and opens up new social opportunities.

Contact us at Longford Social Prescribing Service and we will find out what type of activities suit you best and we will link you with groups and organisations that will support you to get moving.
Mary 087 448 0835 or Tony 087 458 1178

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17/07/2025

Feeling isolated? Want to meet new people? Not sure where to start?
You're not alone — and you don't have to go it alone either.
Longford Social Prescribing Service is here to help you connect with community activities, local supports, and meaningful ways to meet new people and boost your health and wellbeing — all based on what matters to you.
1. Chat with a friendly Social Prescribing Link Worker to identify your interests and to find out what groups and activities are suitable for you
2. We will research what is available in your local area that matches your interests
3. Start a new activity, join a group or a class, volunteer, or join a community group. This will give you great opportunities to meet new people

Available FREE in Longford

📞 Get in touch today to find out more! Phone 087 448 0835 or 087 458 1178

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04/07/2025

Do you feel like you are stuck in a rut? Would you like to escape the rut and break your normal routine?

Making changes to you life through taking up new hobbies, engaging in new activities and meeting new people is a great way to bring about change and take you out of your rut.

If you are interested in trying new things that will improve your health and wellbeing, contact us at Longford Social Prescribing Service. We will work with you to identify what appeals to you and match you up with groups, services and supports in Longford.

Phone Mary or Tony at Longford Community Resources Clg 087 448 0835 or 087 458 1178

Email: socialprescribing@lcrl.ie

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19/06/2025

Air-fryer - Nutrition, cooking times, cost and convenience.
Join us for a talk in Longford Library on Tuesday, July 1st at 11am with Sinéad Costello from Sláintecare Healthy Communities.

13/06/2025

Longford Sports Hub, Men's Health Week. You are welcome to call down to Mary today to find out more about becoming more involved in your community, meeting new people and starting new activities, and find out how Longford Social Prescribing Service can support you, a family member, friend or neighbour

Mary is at Longford Athletics club today till 2pm for men’s mental health week.

Community Food & Nutrition - Longford

12/06/2025

Did you know that 2 in 3 adults over 50 have high blood pressure but half don’t even know it? Early detection is key.

Tomorrow, Friday 13 June 2025, the Irish Heart Foundation will be available for FREE blood pressure and pulse checks at Longford Athletics Centre from 10.00 am to 2.45 pm. Expert nurses will check your blood pressure and pulse, and provide heart health information and advice, to help reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke, all free of charge for Men's Health Week.

04/06/2025

Are you lonely or socially isolated?
Would you like more social interactions but find the idea of beginning a new activity and meeting new people daunting? Are you hesitant and holding back from taking that first step? If so, Longford Social Prescribing Service will help you to bridge that gap. We will accompany you for the first couple of times to ease your initial nerves and support you to feel more comfortable and confident in your new pursuit.
Being part of a community gives people a sense of belonging, which in turn reduces loneliness and helps people to find a new sense of purpose. Being connected to community groups and being involved in activities helps people to stay well for longer and reduces the impact of long-term health conditions.

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03/06/2025

Physical Activities
Taking part in physical activities improves your physical and mental health. If you would like to become more active, you can start with small steps to get moving, regardless of your age or ability. Begin with small changes and benefit from feeling better physically, increasing your energy levels, improving your mood and helping your overall health.
Being physically active reduces the risk of chronic diseases, builds your muscle tone and strength, reduces feeling of stress, anxiety and depression, boosts your self-esteem, and helps to keep your weight at a healthy level.
There is a wide range of opportunities for participation in physical activities in Longford, for every level of fitness, and from the most gentle of exercises for people who are very unfit, to the most strenuous, for the super fit.
Taking part in physical activities as part of a group also provides a social outlet, with great opportunities to meet new people.
Longford Social Prescribing Service connects people to physical activities in their community. If you would like to know about what physical activities are taking place in Longford, please get in touch.
When there is demand for specific activities, but they are not available in your locality, we will try to find ways to bridge the gap.
Contact us at socialprescribing@lcrl.ie or phone or WhatsApp Mary on 087 448 0835 or Tony on 087 458 1178

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