Livewell

15/10/2026

Stoptober support for social housing tenants 🏘️🚭

Tried to quit smoking before and started again? It doesn't matter – every quit attempt counts 💪

This Stoptober, Livewell Advisor Charlotte can help you have another go with free stop smoking support for eligible Derby residents.

You could get:
• 🤝 Personal 1:1 quit support
• 🎁 Free ni****ne products and vapes

Find out more and contact Charlotte here 👉
https://livewellderby.co.uk/news/stop-smoking-support-social-housing-tenants 🚭 Derby Homes Derby Food 4 Thought Alliance Derby City Mission St Philip's Chaddesden

14/10/2026

🌟 Did you know that 95% of ex-smokers notice positive changes in their lives as early as two weeks after quitting? 🌟

So just imagine how good you could feel after four weeks! 💪 You are halfway there – you are incredible 🙌

If you need our support, remember you can:

Reach out to your Livewell Advisor 📞
Pop into one of our Livewell drop-in sessions 🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️
We are here to help you every step of the way 💚

13/10/2026

Well done to Livewell client Melissa, who gave a fantastic interview with Becky Measures on BBC Derby this morning 🎙️✨

With Livewell’s support, Melissa has been smokefree for 14 months, transformed her health and discovered new hobbies – from hiking to painting 🚭🥾🎨

After 30 years of smoking, she’s now enjoying wild swimming and was able to walk her daughter down the aisle feeling like “the best version” of herself 🌊👰💖 Melissa’s story shows it’s never too late to quit 🙌

If you’re thinking about stopping smoking this Stoptober, but worry it will be too hard or that you have “failed” before, Melissa’s journey might be the encouragement you need to try again 💬💛

Read Melissa’s full story and find out how Livewell can support you to quit:
👉 https://livewellderby.co.uk/success-stories/melissas-story
Derby City Council

12/10/2026

🧠💚 FIT & FUN FAMILY EVENT – MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS 💚🧠

📅 Wednesday 28th October 2026
⏰ 2.00pm – 5.00pm
📍 Oakwood Community Centre

Come along to our free family event – everyone is welcome, so bring the whole family! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦✨

⭐ What to expect on the day:
• 🧾 Information stalls
• 🧘‍♀️ Guided meditation
• 🪑 Chair-based exercise
• 🎨 Creative colouring station
• 🚴‍♂️ Smoothie bike – make your own tasty drinks
• ☕ Refreshments and much more

✅ No booking required

📞 For any enquiries, please contact Kuljit on 07721 102171.

10/10/2026

This World Mental Health Day, we’re raising awareness of Samaritans free helpline, open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. When life is tough, Samaritans will face it with you. 💚 Call them for free on 116 123.

09/10/2026

Quitting smoking is a win-win for you and your family. For tips on how to stay motivated and smoke-free, download the NHS Quit Smoking App. Livewell clients can also get advice from their stop smoking advisor or by popping into a drop-in.

09/10/2026

Tomorrow is 🧠. There are some fantastic events happening across the city and we're highlighting a couple:

⏰ 11am–4pm 📍outside St Peter's Church. Open to all.
🎨 Draw or paint ☕ Have a chat🌿 Or simply take a moment for yourself.

Derby Carers Information, Advice and Support Service are running a Wellness Event for adult Carers who need some much needed time for their own self-care. 🎟️ Booking is essential, see below.
🕥 1pm - 4.30pm📍 Stay Well Health, Rowallan Way, Chellaston
🧘Tai Chi 🎵 Sound bath 🖐️hand massage.

08/10/2026

Think smoking helps with stress? It can actually keep you stuck in a cycle of cravings and anxiety. Livewell can help you quit to break free of the cycle this Find out more and book your phone appointment today: https://livewellderby.co.uk/services/stop-smoking

07/10/2026

You've officially been a non-smoker for a week now, congratulations 💪🎉 Remember, if you need our support, reach out to to your advisor or pop into a drop-in - we are so proud of you 🙌

06/10/2026

Breast Cancer Now are encouraging people to practice TLC this 🩷

If you want to get into the habit and gain more confidence about checking your breasts for signs of breast cancer it’s as simple as TLC:

T 👉 Touch your breasts or chest
L 👀 Look for changes
C 🔎 Check anything new or unusual with your GP

PS...Men, get checking too 💙 🫱 🫲 🫶

Find out more below 👇

https://breastcancernow.org/

How confident are you about checking your breasts for signs of breast cancer? Almost a third (29%) of women in England who regularly check their breasts, don’t feel confident to notice a change.

So together, we’re making sure more women get the information they need to spot the signs and symptoms of breast cancer, and know where to go if they notice something unusual.

And if you want to get into the habit of checking your breasts, it’s as simple as TLC:

- Touch your breasts or chest
- Look for changes
- Check anything new or unusual with your GP