Mendip Support - Health Connections

Mendip PCN Health Connections Team

There are lots of ways you can get support and find out about opportunities for you. The Health Connections social prescribing and health coaching team works alongside your medical practice. You could start by searching our online directory to find out about support in your area.

If you’re in Shepton Mallet, look out for our Talking Bench at the Market Place on a Friday morning, or perhaps you might like to visit one of our regular Talking Cafes in Shepton Mallet, Coleford or Evercreech?

Alternatively, many people benefit from attending our Be Healthy, Be Happy group sessions, which we run regularly in Shepton Mallet, Oakhill and Coleford. Our aim is to support you in making sustainable changes that matter to you.

You may prefer to see a Health Connector for a one-to-one appointment, on the phone or in person. You might even be interested in volunteering in your community and training as a Community Connector.

Have a look below or give us a call and we will be happy to help.

01373 468368 Option 2

Or fill out a contact form HERE and we’ll get back to you within five days.

Your local Health Connector can listen to what matters to you and help you make the changes that are important to you and for your health and wellbeing.

You can self refer by calling 01373 468368 Option 2

Visit our directory to see services and resources for a wide range of topics.

View the directory HERE

In your area we offer Talking Cafes in Coleford, Shepton Mallet and Evercreech.

You can see the full list HERE

Do you want to move more and feel healthier? Do you want to meet others and look at topics such as sleep, exercise, healthier eating, social and emotional wellbeing? If so, why not register for this free, 6 week programme running regularly in Shepton Mallet, Coleford and Beckington.

Find out more HERE

Come along and say hello to a Health Connector. It’s a chance to meet outside face-to-face and find out what help and support is available in the community, as well as meeting others.

Shepton Mallet: Every Friday from 10.30-11am at the Market Place, Shepton Mallet.

You can find out more about our Talking Bench initiative HERE

Connectors are members of the community who signpost and inform friends, family, colleagues and neighbours about how to access support groups, services and information that might help improve their health and wellbeing. View our training page to see the range of Connector training available.

Find out more HERE

Our Health Connector Caroline leads a beginners Health Walk in Collett Park, Shepton Mallet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month.

Health Walks are regular walks in local communities, with the aim of supporting health and general wellbeing, including improved mood, social connection, better sleep and weight management.

The walks range from gentle, to more moderate and advanced – and also take place in Wells, Street, Frome and across other parts of Mendip.

The Health Walk programme in Somerset is hosted by Somerset Activity & Sports Partnership and details of all walks in the local area are listed on their website.