About this Event
A FREE 3 week course for patients, registered with a GP practice in Eden or in Keswick and Solway, who are experiencing hypertension.
We will look at:
· The benefits of life style changes, including a low-sodium diet, exercise and activity.
· How lifestyle changes are not easy as there are many factors involved e.g. genetics, Medic*tion, daily stresses etc.
· Ways to develop strategies to help us make healthier choices, such as the role of compassion and mindfulness in the management of hypertension.
It is advised that you attend all sessions to get the most out of the course. The course will be facilitated by our Living Well Coaches. We look forward to meeting you!
One ticket covers all three sessions.
Sessions dates are: 30th June, 7th June and 14th June 2026
Each session runs from 6-8pm
Information will be emailed to the attendees two working days before the first session, however if you have any questions please email: [email protected]
Enrolling on this course means you are giving your consent to access your GP records to register you for our course on our service’s digital NHS record system.
The data you provide to the Wellbeing Service will be stored securely and will be used for the purposes of administering your attendance on this course and in accordance with the NHS data protection policy, which is in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulations.
Please note, our courses are open only to patients in a GP practice in either Keswick and Solway or Eden Integrated Care Communities/Primary Care Networks.
We will send you confirmation and details of the course after the closing date for booking free tickets.
PSYCHOLOGICAL WELLBEING
Please note that our courses are not a treatment for psychological health difficulties or addiction. We do explore self-help tools, including mindfulness, which are proven to be beneficial for psychological health in the right circumstances. If you have recently received or are currently receiving treatment or Medic*tion from a psychiatrist, psychotherapist or counsellor for an ongoing psychological health difficulty, we strongly advise that you consider carefully whether this is the right time for you to take part in this course. You might want to postpone participation in the course until a later date.
EQUITY DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION - We aim to be inclusive and welcoming of people of all ages, genders (including gender identification), sexual orientation, abilities, race (including colour, nationality and ethnic or national origin) and religion or belief.
Event venue & nearby stays
Penrith Hospital, Bridge Lane, Penrith, United Kingdom
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