Project Details :
The Community Health & Social Inclusion project was delivered in Rochdale over a 12-month period, supported by grant from the National Lottery Community Fund. The project addressed health inequalities and social determinants of health through community participation, health education, and cross-sector partnerships.
Recognising that people in deprived areas face poorer health outcomes, the project aimed to empower residents with knowledge, skills, and connections to improve their health and well-being while tackling social exclusion.
Health Awareness
Social Inclusion
Cross- Sector Partnership
What We Did :
Stronger Health, Connected Communities
This initiative confronts the growing challenges of loneliness, poor health, and social exclusion within the community.
- Health Awareness Raised
- Social Needs Identified
- Social Inclusion Promoted
- Partnerships Strengthened
Final Results :
The Community Health & Social Inclusion project delivered a programme of workshops on key health issues including obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer awareness, stress management, urinary incontinence, peri-menopause and menopause. Alongside health education, the sessions created safe spaces where people could share social needs and be connected to local services for support.
The project successfully engaged people from diverse ethnicity, reducing isolation, strengthening friendships, and building confidence. By working with local and voluntary organisations, faith groups and community stakeholders, it established stronger referral pathways and a wider network of support.
The result is a community that is better informed, more connected and motivated to take control of health and well-being. The project distributed 100+ blood pressure monitors, empowering participants to take control of their cardiovascular health. The project leaves a lasting legacy of empowered residents and sustainable partnerships that will continue to tackle health inequality in Rochdale.
