Programme: Galway County
WHO Theme: Community Support And Health Services
Health & Wellbeing Theme: Nutrition Eating Well
Funding Stream: Community Resilience Fund Covid
Resources Required: Financial, Paid Staff
Cost: 1000-5000
Description
HSE Community Services in Galway joined with Galway County Council to support older people to mind their physical and mental health and wellbeing by producing a 20-page booklet and accompanying videos. The booklet had a range of information under the Keep Well Themes of Staying Active, Staying Connected, Switching Off, Eating Well, Minding Your Mood. The booklet also provided useful contact details for local and national services.
Aim of Initiative
Who is it aimed at
Older people
Steps critical to success
- Collaboration with HSE Community Services
- Producing a hard copy booklet
- Promoting the booklet through all mediums to ensure the max reach
Challenges in Planning / Delivery
- Having up to date and accurate information
Outcomes / Benefits
- Hard copy, easy to read booklet, avoided any issues for people accessing online
- Key information for older people on minding their physical and mental wellbeing
Evaluation / Report:
https://www.galwaycountyppn.ie/keep-well-advice-booklet-with-info-for-older-adults-launched/
Contact:
Andrew McBride // healthandwellbeing@galwaycoco.ie
Website:
https://www.galwaycountyppn.ie/