NHS Blood Donation Community Project Event Materials Here you can find material from all of our Blood Donation Community Project events. Community Coffee & Chat Monday, August 23rd We hosted a virtual space for members of the Black community to discuss their experiences giving blood. Attendees listened to a presentation given by our Health and Wellbeing Manager Veronica Awuzudike about the importance of blood donation and the process it entails. Below you can access highlights from the talk, as well as the Powerpoint slides. Click here to download all accompanying slides Why is Blood Donation Important? Blood Identification The Donation Process Lived Experience Discussion - Pastor Barbara

latest COVID 19 info for Barnet COVID - 19 Përditësime Informacioni ndryshon dhe azhurnohet rregullisht, dhe mund të jetë e vështirë të mbash azhurnuar me lajmet e fundit. Ju lutemi ndiqni këto lidhje për informacionin më të fundit dhe lajmet lokale. Për informacionin më të fundit mbi COVID 19, ju lutemi vizitoni faqet e informacionit të Qeverive këtu. Për të parë informacionin dhe raportin më të fundit përmbledhës për Barnet, ju lutemi klikoni këtu.

Discover a range of wellbeing activities and support services offered by local organisations across Barnet. Find workshops, classes, and groups to help boost your health and wellbeing. Shërbimet në dispozicion në të gjithë Barnet A e dini se të qenit aktiv dhe pjesëmarrja në ngjarje do të përmirësojë mirëqenien tuaj? Mund të ndihmojë gjithashtu në krijimin e besimit tuaj dhe në përmirësimin e aftësive tuaja shoqërore për tu ndjerë më pak të vetmuar dhe të izoluar. Përmes shërbimit të porositur të Mirëqenies, ne mund t'ju lidhim me shumë aktivitete të ndryshme të disponueshme në Barnet. Disa nga aktivitetet përfshijnë klasa, punëtori dhe kurse në të cilat mund të merrni pjesë dhe ofrohen nga bamirësi të ndryshme, qendra të kohës së lirë dhe organizata të tjera. Ato shpërndahen në ambiente të qeta dhe joformale, ku ju mund të zhvilloni interesa të reja dhe të krijoni miqësi për të përmirësuar mirëqenien dhe shërimin tuaj. Jashtë Hub, ka disa aktivitete fantastike në dispozicion nga organizatat në të gjithë Barnet, dhe ne kemi përfshirë disa prej tyre më poshtë. Me kaq shumë në ofertë, me siguri do të gjeni diçka që do të dëshironi ta provoni. Po kështu, ka shumë për të renditur, kështu që ne kemi renditur disa nga pikat kryesore dhe rekomandojmë të kontrolloni faqet e mëposhtme të internetit për lajmet e tyre më të fundit. Çfarë aktivitetesh ofrohen? Çdo kuti përmban detaje të aktiviteteve që ofrohen nga organizata të ndryshme në Barnet. Informacioni është i lidhur direkt me faqet e internetit individuale për informacionin më të azhurnuar. Si mund t'i përdor këto aktivitete? Ka dy mënyra për të hyrë në këto aktivitete, ose përmes Qendrës së Mirëqenies, detajet e kontaktit më poshtë, të cilët do t'ju referojnë, ose duke bërë kontakt të drejtpërdrejtë me secilën organizatë për t'u regjistruar. Hyrja përmes Qendrës së Mirëqenies Ju lutemi plotësoni formularin përkatës të referimit Vetë-referimi këtu Referimi i GP ose agjencisë Pasi të keni plotësuar formularin tuaj, ju lutemi ktheni në info@barnetwellbeing.org.uk Kontaktoni Qendrën e Mirëqenies 03333 449 088 Ju gjithashtu mund të kontaktoni organizata drejtpërdrejt; përdorni lidhjet më poshtë për të vizituar organizatën për më shumë informacion. Nëse jeni një organizatë që drejton aktivitete për banorët dhe dëshironi që ato të renditen më poshtë, ju lutemi kontaktoni . Age UK Barnet ofron një gamë të gjerë aktivitetesh përfshirë Klasat e artit; Grupi i Librit; Vallëzimi Bollywood; Cmbëlsira dhe Pjekje; Kori; Gatim i Kuzhinës Ndërkombëtare; Klasa e Gatimit Indian; Thur dhe natter; Grupi i Gazetave për Burra; Pjekje tabaka; Në këmbë ose ulur mbajeni të arsyeshme; Grupet në këmbë. Ata gjithashtu mbajnë ngjarje dhe punëtori. Kontrolloni faqen e tyre të internetit për aktivitete dhe klasa të reja. Vizitoni faqen e tyre të internetit për një listë të plotë të aktiviteteve në faqen e tyre të internetit këtu Fokusi i Komunitetit ofron një gamë të gjerë aktivitetesh përfshirë Klasat e artit; Shkrim kreativ; Qeramikë; Sesione kompjuterike; Kori; Daulle; Gatim; Bërja e stolive; Fotografi; Mirëqenia përmes meditimit dhe shumë më tepër. Kontrolloni faqen e tyre të internetit për aktivitete dhe klasa të reja. Vizitoni faqen e tyre të internetit për një listë të plotë të aktiviteteve në faqen e tyre të internetit këtu

Studime të Rastit 2019 - 2020 L individuale: L individual i referohet Qendrës së Mirëqenies për qasje në këshillimin e mjerimit duke ndjekur këshillat e mjekut të tij të përgjithshëm. Kur L ishte 16 vjeç, ai u diagnostikua me depresion dhe ka vazhduar të luftojë me shëndetin mendor për pjesën më të madhe të jetës së tij. L u kujdes për prindërit e tij që në moshë të re; nëna e tij ishte me të meta fizike, dhe babai i tij kishte kancer. Kur babai i tij vdiq në 2015 dhe nëna e tij menjëherë pas në 2018, ai u përpoq të merrej me traumën dhe donte një mbështetje. Aktualisht, L ka vetëvlerësim shumë të ulët, i mungon energjia dhe oreksi dhe vazhdimisht ndjen një ndjenjë të 'dënimit të afërt'. Ne kemi punuar së bashku për të krijuar një plan të mirëqenies që përfshin këshillime të specializuara për brengën, si dhe bashkimin me një grup mbështetës dhe aktivitete të tilla si leximi dhe ecja. Ai tani ndihet sikur dikush e ka dëgjuar dhe është më mirë për të treguar historinë e tij. Ai është i bindur se plani i tij i ri i mirëqenies do ta ndihmojë atë të përparojë dhe të menaxhojë shëndetin e tij mendor. Please note that these case studies contain detail that may upset some readers. M individuale: Individi M ndihej mirë dhe ishte ndjerë i sigurt duke folur me ne në Qendër më parë, kështu që bëri një vetë-referim. Ditën e kontrollit të tij shëndetësor emocional ai po ndihej gjithnjë e më i shqetësuar, duke pasur mendime paranojake dhe duke dëgjuar zëra, të cilët e çuan atë në vetëlëndim. Ai gjithashtu e pa të vështirë zhurmën e fqinjëve, duke rritur trazimin dhe paranojën e tij. Ne thirrëm ekipin e krizës për t'u konsultuar me ta u këshillua që të thërrisnin një ambulancë për ta çuar në Spitalin Barnet. Një javë më vonë, M thirri në Hub për të na falënderuar që e dëgjuam dhe i dha mbështetjen e duhur. Ai kishte hezituar të shkonte në spital, por, me vlerësimin e mëtejshëm, ata i stabilizuan ilaçet e tij dhe ai ishte përsëri në shtëpi brenda dy ditësh, në gjendje të mendonte më qartë. M atëherë u ndie mjaft i fortë për të diskutuar opsionet e tij të strehimit me vullnetarin e avokatit të strehimit të CMHA-së. Ai tha që Hub jo vetëm që e kishte ndihmuar por edhe i kishte dhënë diçka për të punuar dhe arritur. N individuale: Individi N u referua në Qendrën e Mirëqenies dhe zbuloi me lot në Kontrollin e saj Shëndetësor Emocional se ajo po qëndronte në një strehë dhe ishte viktimë e dhunës në familje. Burri i saj ishte abuziv dhe babai i saj e bëri të qartë se nëse ajo kërkonte një divorc, ai do ta vriste atë. N më parë ishte përpjekur të vriste veten; ajo ishte e vetmuar, e izoluar dhe në vështirësi financiare. Ajo nuk kishte anglisht të rrjedhshëm, kështu që një përkthyes u rregullua përmes skemës vullnetare të Hub. N donte të kërkonte punë për të përballuar çdo ditë, kështu që ne e prezantuam atë me një organizatë nga prejardhja e saj kulturore. N u vendos shumë mirë dhe filloi të bëhej vullnetar për organizatën. Ajo u miqësua me një individ dhe ata shkëmbyen numra mbi WhatsApp. Koordinatori i organizatës tha se pasi hezitoi në fillim, N u ndje gradualisht më e sigurt dhe më komode dhe e zhvilluar në rolin e saj vullnetare. N kohët e fundit kontaktoi Hub për të thënë se do të dëshironte të mësonte anglisht për një projekt punësimi. Ajo ishte e lumtur që ishte referuar në Hub dhe që nga takimi i saj i parë i mirëqenies ishte lidhur me shërbimet e duhura që i mundësuan asaj të punonte drejt qëllimeve të saj.

Learn how to recognise the signs of suicide, start life-saving conversations, and find local support in Barnet. Access free Zero Suicide Alliance training and practical resources to help someone in crisis. Suicide Prevention Helping Someone at Risk of Suicide Talking about suicide can feel difficult, but avoiding the conversation can do more harm than good. Suicide is preventable, and sometimes just one conversation can save a life. This page brings together practical guidance, training, and support resources to help you make a difference. Recognise the Signs Recognising warning signs is the first step in helping someone. Signs can include: Talking about feeling hopeless or wanting to die Withdrawing from friends, family, or activities they used to enjoy Acting recklessly or unusually calm after a period of distress Saying unexpected goodbyes Changes often follow triggers such as relationship breakdowns, grief, financial stress, illness, or feeling isolated. If you notice someone showing signs of distress, reach out. Asking directly, “Are you thinking about suicide?” can make a real difference. It won’t put the idea in their head,it shows you care and that they are not alone. Zero Suicide Alliance Training The Zero Suicide Alliance (ZSA) online training is a free, 30-minute course that gives you the skills and confidence to: Recognise the warning signs of suicide Start life-saving conversations Guide people to the right support Signpost to Support You don’t need to be an expert to help. You just need to know where to turn. Depending on the situation, you can guide someone to: Barnet Wellbeing Service: We are your local mental health and wellbeing service, here to provide advice, support, and referrals to a wide range of services and activities across Barnet. Phone: 03333 449088 (Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm) Email: info@barnetwellbeing.org.uk Local support services: Crisis Telephone Service (Barnet, Enfield & Haringey) - For anyone experiencing a mental health crisis. Call 080 0151 0023 any time. This 24/7 service is run by trained mental health advisors and clinicians, available every day of the year to provide help and advice. Sanctuary Barnet (Crisis Café) - For anyone over 18. Provides immediate emotional support to anyone experiencing distress. Phone: 020 8343 5704 | Open Monday–Friday 4:30pm–10:00pm, Weekends 12:00pm–6:00pm | Email: SanctuaryBarnet@mindeb.org.uk Stay Alive app - A free suicide prevention app providing practical information and tools to help if you’re having thoughts of suicide, or are concerned about someone else NHS 111 - Call 111 and select option 2 for Mental Health support, available 24/7 Andy's Man Club - Free peer support groups for men in Barnet, Enfield, and Camden Shout - Text ‘SHOUT’ to 85258 to access free, 24/7, confidential text support from trained volunteers Samaritans – 116 123 (free, 24/7) Further Support: For more information on mental health, wellbeing, and crisis support, visit Barnet Council Mental Health & Wellbeing Services. Take the Free ZSA Training

Mental Health and Wellbeing Barnet, Enfield and Haringey Mental Health Trust has a crisis and emergency service. This service is there to support you if you are experiencing a mental health crisis and need help quickly. You can access this service through your GP, by calling 111 or by dialling the number for your borough’s emergency service: Enfield 020 8702 3800 Barnet 020 8702 4040 Haringey 020 8702 6700 Samaritans on 0116 123 free from any phone Sanctuary in Barnet on 020 8343 5704, operating throughout Festive Period, Mon- Fri 4.30–10 and Sat & Sun 12-6

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Barnet Wellbeing have partnered with the NHS to engage with local Black and Asian communities to encourage Living Kidney donors.  Acerca de Blood Donation and Living Kidney Donation Project What we do We received funding from NHS Blood and Transplant (NHS BT) to hold events encouraging Giving Blood and Living Kidney donation within Black and Asian communities across North West and North Central London. We can provide the following: · Health Talk inviting NHS Blood and Transplant Ambassador, Clinician, and other spokespersons (online or offline). · Movie screening collaboration with NHS BT, Brent Health Matters and Action on Blood. · Information stall on any BAME events. · Social media campaign: Twitter Space, Instagram Live, Radio Talk. · Educational materials: leaflet, poster, PowerPoint, animation video Our three main objectives for this project are: 1. Produce empowering, accurate and culturally sensitive information and communications to increase awareness and commitment to kidney donation registrations through partnering with local community organisations. 2. Deliver community engagement activities to facilitate discussions and address concerns about Living Kidney with new and interested participants – we have a tried and tested method through our work that looked into increasing the number of Black Blood donors last year. You can read all about it here. 3. Deliver in-depth conversations enabling people to review their values and attitude about live kidney donation. 'We believe if we work together, we could potentially form a partnership that looks to tackle the barriers hindering BAME communities from becoming a donor. We together can make a huge difference within the Black and Asian communities.' Living Kidney “It can honestly happen to anyone” Do you know that 3 in 10 (31%) of people waiting for a transplant across the UK are from a Black, Asian, or minority ethnic background? Those from Black and Asian communities are more likely to develop conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure, which increases the risk of them eventually requiring a kidney transplant. Unfortunately, the majority of patients waiting on the kidney transplant list are from the BAME community, and this is due to having fewer donors from the BAME community. This causes a great challenge for BAME patients to find a suitable match to receive a kidney transplant. Unfortunately, this situation is also frequently found in conditions that need a blood transfusion, e.g. dialysis. We want to encourage more conversation about kidney donation so more people of Black, Asian, and minority ethnic heritage know the difference they will make by registering to become kidney donors or organ donors in general. Register to donate today and share your decision with your loved ones. You’ll find all the information you need here. Watch our animation on Living Kidney: https://youtu.be/C2VXzKQuYqk Blood Donation "Do you know it's only taking 15 minutes to donate blood? A blood donation means a few minutes to you, but a lifetime for somebody else." There is currently an urgent need for people from black African, black Caribbean and mixed heritage backgrounds to come forward as blood donors. This is because some rare blood types are only found within the Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. We need 1,300 Black donors every month. Why should you be a blood donor? We are all given the ability to save someone's life with the blood in our bodies that we take for granted. Your blood not only helps those suffering from chronic conditions such as Sickle Cell disease but also women with pregnancy complications, people with severe trauma due to accidents, people with complex medical procedures, and cancer patients. You can help up to 3 people every time you donate your blood. Remember that the happiest people are not those getting more but those giving more. “Everyone can make a difference” . Giving blood is a safe and straightforward process. Register yourself here . To find out more about how to donate blood Please see a recording of one of our Health Talks about Blood Donation. We will be promoting all future engagement events here and across our channels, so keep an eye out. For more information, don't hesitate to get in touch with our Health Wellbeing Manager Rosie - rosie.savitrie@communitybarnet.org.uk

CB Plus and Barnet Wellbeing Service work with the North Central London Cancer Alliance to raise awareness of cancer screening in Barnet, promoting early detection, prevention, and community health through local events and outreach. Raising Awareness of Cancer Screening in Barnet Barnet Wellbeing Service is proud to be working with the North Central London Cancer Alliance to promote cancer screening and highlight the importance of early detection and prevention. Through our partnership with CB Plus (lead contractor of the Barnet Wellbeing Service) and in collaboration with local health professionals, community organisations, and residents, we’ve delivered a range of activities to increase awareness of: Cervical cancer screening Breast cancer screening Bowel cancer screening Lung cancer screening We’ve also supported the NHS Help Us Help You campaign, sharing vital information on recognising the signs and symptoms of cancer and encouraging people to seek help early. Stay Connected To keep up to date with future events and wellbeing initiatives, you can: Visit the Barnet Wellbeing Service and CB Plus websites regularly for news and updates Sign up to the Barnet Wellbeing Service newsletter for updates and resources For more information on cancer screening and support services, visit: The ‘small c’ campaign – providing information for residents across North Central and East London on how to live healthily and recognise the signs and symptoms of cancer. NHS Cancer – NHS England’s official page for cancer support, screening, and advice.

Hub Connections Highlights World Mental Health Day – October 2025 Our latest Hub Connections event brought together local partners, community organisations, and health professionals to mark World Mental Health Day 2025 at the Meritage Centre. Centred on the theme Access to Services: Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies , the event explored how Barnet’s wellbeing network can stay resilient and responsive during times of crisis. The event was opened by The Honourable David Pinto-Duschinsky MP (Hendon), who reflected on the growing need for accessible mental health support, and the importance of community services in preventing isolation. We also heard from Councillor Alison Moore and Seher Kayikci from Barnet Council, who officially launched Barnet’s Suicide Prevention Strategy 2026–2030, Stronger Together: Partnering to Save Lives and Prevent Suicide in Barnet. The new strategy renews the borough’s commitment to working collaboratively across health, voluntary, and community sectors to reduce suicide and improve mental wellbeing. Throughout the day, speakers shared inspiring examples of early intervention and support from Emotional Health Checks at the Barnet Wellbeing Hub to local initiatives helping residents manage stress and connect with others. The discussions were a powerful reminder of what’s possible when partners come together with a shared purpose: to make mental health support accessible, inclusive, and rooted in community. 17 18 21 17 1/5 The Benefits of Volunteering for Wellbeing – July 2025 Our latest Hub Connections event celebrated the volunteers whose dedication makes the Barnet Wellbeing Service possible. From befriending to admin support, co‑facilitating groups, and running social activities like gardening and pottery, their contributions create real, lasting change. As Tola Kolawole said: “The success of the Barnet Wellbeing Service is driven by our incredible volunteers.” We heard about Barnet Friends’ befrienders, who give an average of 50 hours of support each month, and New Citizens Gateway volunteers, who guide GP registrations, help with admin tasks, and bring people together through creative activities. A highlight of the day was our interactive post‑it exercise, where volunteers and community members reflected on what volunteering gives back to them. Colourful notes filled the boards with reflections on building friendships, reducing loneliness, staying active, and finding purpose – a powerful reminder that giving your time can enrich your own wellbeing, too. We’re proud to work alongside so many dedicated volunteers a Barnet Wellbeing Service. If you’re inspired to get involved, check out opportunities with Volunteering Barnet , Age UK Barnet , New Citizens’ Gateway , and Barnet Friends . IMG_1252-800x1067 IMG_1272-800x1067 IMG_1294-scaled-e1751544125617-1200x1025 IMG_1252-800x1067 1/5 Self Care - February 2025 Our first Hub Connections event of 2025 brought together Barnet residents, health professionals, and community organisations for a day focused on building trust in primary care and encouraging self-care through local support. Held at The Meritage Centre, the event offered an engaging mix of interactive workshops, wellbeing sessions, and myth-busting quizzes. Attendees took part in thought-provoking conversations about navigating GP services, managing long-term conditions, and accessing local support. The day also featured presentations from health professionals, community advocates, and project leads who shared practical tools and insights for taking charge of your own health. This event reinforced the strength of community-led change – showing how small steps toward wellbeing can build long-term trust in health services. 1/4 Click here to view the slides from the event. World Mental Health Day – October 2024 To mark World Mental Health Day, Barnet Wellbeing Service hosted a vibrant and uplifting Hub Connections event at The Meritage Centre, focusing on mental health in the workplace. The day brought together a powerful mix of community members, inspiring speakers, and local organisations. The event also included an energetic fitness and mobility session from Annalisa Cellini, and a beautiful Iranian dance performance from Anahita. Stallholders from Andy’s Man Club, Barnet Mencap, Young People Thrive, and many more shared how they’re supporting wellbeing locally. A particularly moving moment came from a personal testimony by a man who found Andy’s Man Club through Barnet Wellbeing Service and has since found hope through their support. The event ended with a light lunch and networking, reinforcing how powerful connection and collaboration can be when supporting mental health. 1/3 Click here to view the slides from the event. PCREF and Racial Equity in Mental Health – May 2024 In May, we explored a vital topic at our Hub Connections event: the NHS England Patient and Carer Race Equality Framework (PCREF). This is the first national anti-racism framework for mental health services, aiming to embed equity and accountability across providers. We were joined by Jordelle Akinola, Community Engagement Lead for EDI at Barnet, Enfield & Haringey and Camden & Islington NHS Trusts. She spoke candidly about the need for inclusive, diverse community voices especially people from underrepresented gender identities and intersectional backgrounds to shape how care is delivered. Jordelle emphasised the importance of meeting people where they are and not expecting communities to come to authorities. Her reflections sparked meaningful conversations about power, representation, and trust. 1/4 Click here to view the slides from the event. Closing the Care Gap – March 2024 At our March Hub Connections event in 2024, Barnet Wellbeing Service joined forces with local voices and health leaders to raise awareness around cancer care and screening. The theme, Closing the Care Gap, focused on how to make healthcare more accessible, especially for underserved communities. Speakers like Cllr Zahra Beg, Vanessa Nzekwu from UCLH, and Hawa Abdi shared important insights into how community-led approaches can break down barriers to care. Vanessa reminded us that trusted community organisations can reach people in ways that larger systems sometimes cannot. She explained that being embedded in the local area allows smaller organisations to connect personally with residents – encouraging better uptake of screening services and earlier diagnoses. The event also marked the launch of our partnership with the North Central London Cancer Alliance to promote cancer awareness across Barnet. 1/3 Click here to view the slides from the event.