HEALTHIER FLEETWOOD OPEN MEETING - Wednesday 4th November 2026
The first meeting after changing of the clocks meant we started after dark and several people joined us direct from the 5pm session of the Pride in Fleetwood consultation at the North Euston.
Our chair of residents Pauline welcomed everyone and thanked Emmanuel Church for their hospitality and support. Elizabeth from Emmanuel mentioned that the church hosts a number of groups and events including bereavement support and Lighthouse Counselling.
Kate and Charlotte from Standguide Group offer ‘back to work’ support for local residents. Along with partner organisations they can advise individuals who may be looking for employment again following an illness or injury, through taking a career break or other reasons. They host drop-in events to explain more and take self referrals and referrals from partner organisations
The Wyre Council Community Awards are coming up soon and several Fleetwood-based groups have been shortlisted including Harmony & Health, Level Up Fleetwood and the Happy, Healthy Homes hoarding peer support group. Adam also mentioned that funding is available to help community projects and individuals in crisis.
There are also job vacancies at Wyre Council – see online here
Volunteers from Fleetwood are celebrating receiving a Silver Gilt Award in this year’s ‘In Bloom’ competition for the North West. Look out for opportunities to join the group in the future
Janette from Behind Closed Doors updated on another busy month for the domestic support group including helping 14 referrals, providing 13 bags of essential items, donating 2 bags of clothing to Broadway Medical Centre baby bank and delivering gifts to survivors and thank you flowers to partner organisations. They also attended community events and are looking forward to ‘Reclaim The Night’ on 24th November – a themed walk to raise awareness of the right for women and girls to feel safe, without fear of abuse, harassment or violence.
KCA cancer support group was recently featured in the Gazette, recognising the work volunteers Lesley and Barbara do to help others. There’s an estimated 11- 12 thousand cancer patients across Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre - KCA fundraise to provide day trips, holidays, presents and also signpost to other services. They have two events coming up … A Christmas Fayre on Saturday 5th December including a performance of the Nativity AND a clairvoyant evening on 7th January 2027 - tickets available now! Offers of raffle/tombola prizes are greatly appreciated.
Wendy is one of the Fleetwood Social Prescribers. They host two drop-in sessions - at The HUB Fleetwood every Monday, 10am - 12 noon and at Strive Community Café on alternate Fridays. Call in to find out more about the support they can offer. Ahead of the Fleetwood Community Christmas Dinner, the social prescribers are working with Mount View Surgery to hold a fundraising morning on 19th November and again, any offers of prize items are welcome.
> Contact the Fleetwood Social Prescribers: 01253 958493
Joining Wendy was Sam, part of the team at Level Up Fleetwood, who support people struggling with homelessness, are in recovery or with mental health issues. It’s an initiative supported by Thrive Fleetwood, based at The HUB Fleetwood on North Albert Street
Maurice from Fleetwood Rotary Club invited volunteers to support this year’s Santa’s Sleigh. This much-loved tradition returns in December, covering as many streets as possible in the Town to take donations which are passed on to good causes in the local community. Anyone wishing to join Santa’s little helpers is encouraged to get in touch.
> Contact Fleetwood Rotary Club: jennyhaytree@gmail.com
Fleetwood Mens Shed continue to provide amazing support within the community, much of which is unseen and without seeking recognition. Their offer includes social evenings, the Veterans breakfast, and a free hot lunch. Members have also been central to the launch of The Bunker, a veteran’s drop-in centre on Copse Road. An updated leaflet of their programme will be available soon and any offers of financial support, goods and services or volunteers are always welcome.
> Fleetwood Mens Shed website or call 07864 065764
The Bay: A Blueprint for Recovery recently celebrated their 5th Anniversary of nature and environment-based wellbeing support. Mike said they are looking forward to continuing their programme of groups and events such as the monthly beach cleans and some new initiatives like Wave Warriors for young people.
More Christmas fun … St Nicholas Church are holding their Festive Fair on Saturday 5th December and the Big Food Project, based at St Nicks on a Friday, continues to be a valuable community service. June also mentioned that the swim times for Wyre Flounder are changing soon. From Saturday the adult-only group will be at Fleetwood Health & Fitness Centre from 3pm to 4pm.
> Find out more about Wyre Flounders: call 01253 522232
There was more than one message of thanks for Lynn from Green Rose CIC, supporting local residents to save money on their energy bills through practical changes around the home and more. She has visited several community groups to share advice, can arrange home visits and in some cases also provide equipment. Lynn is at The HUB Fleetwood on Wednesdays, 10am - 12.30pm.
> Green Rose CIC website or email: lynn@greenrose.org.uk
Becci runs the very popular Wednesday morning Craft Group at Strive and also the monthly Book Club at The Meadow Café, Broadwater run by Nicola. Becci and Suzanne are also among the volunteers at Larkholme Wombles and they have a fundraising event coming up … yes, it’s also on 5th December but in the evening, 6pm - 8.30pm at Fleetwood Methodist Church.
To finish Anne read a suitably sparking poem for the week’s Fireworks celebrations and Pauline closed by inviting everyone to our pre-Christmas meeting on Wednesday 2nd December at Emmanuel.
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