Bolton Community Champion Yvonne Lesley Wood

Yvonne Lesley Wood

Community Champion for Queens Park and Central, Breightmet, Farnworth South, Great Lever, Farnworth North, Hulton, Kearsley, Little Lever and Darcy Lever, Rumworth, Tonge with the Haulgh

Hi there,

I'm a Bolton Community Champion living in the Great Lever area of Bolton and whilst not working full time any longer, these days, feel as though I am giving something back to my community, by helping others providing local support and advice to people in need.

For the elderly in particular; who may feel isolated, I do organise and host social events, that includes health walks, for people who may want to get fitter and / or other socials too, that people can come along too, meeting new people and making new friends, along the way also.

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Whilst I'm qualified in aromatherapy and interested in healthy diet & lifestyle, I may be able to offer advice to people within the community, to help aid different ailments too.

I'd like to help people who may be trying to come off certain addictions, in order to live a healthier lifestyle ahead, as well.

It's great to be on-board, via Bolton Council.

Specialist Roles

<strong>Civils Champion</strong><br>Local champions who can get into the heart of their community and share important information to help people stay safe in preparing for and responding to local emergencies.

<strong>Addiction Awareness Champion</strong><br>Understanding the impact that various forms of addiction can have - and championing local support to help people live healthier, happier lives.

<strong>Ageing Well Champion</strong><br>Encourage and support older people in our community to live well independently, ensuring older peoples voices are heard.

<strong>Campaign Champion</strong><br>Receive regular online information to promote and distribute positive Public Health campaigns i.e. cancer awareness, mental health promotion, Stop Smoking month, Dry January.

<strong>Digital Champion</strong><br>Help others to develop their digital skills and understand the benefits of getting online.

<strong>Mental Health Champion</strong><br>Mental health champions aren't expected to be experts in mental health, or to diagnose mental health problems. Instead, your role is to promote positive mental health and to signpost to relevant support and help where appropriate.

<strong>Physical Health and Wellbeing Champion</strong><br>Encourage communities to live a healthy and more active lifestyle.

Get in Touch

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