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South Wales Argus
19-06-2025
- Health
- South Wales Argus
Free activities to take place at Rhymney Library Hub
Organised for National Wellbeing Week, the events will focus on the 'five ways to wellbeing': connect, get active, take notice, keep learning and give. The programme, running from Monday to Friday, will offer a variety of themed events and support services daily, promoting mental and physical health within the community. Attendees can look forward to diverse activities like seated yoga, dog rescue demonstrations, Spanish taster sessions, craft sessions, healthy eating talks, and even a community plant swap. The week will conclude with an outdoor event on Friday, June 27, from 3pm to 5pm, featuring a silent disco, stalls, foodbank collections, and more. The initiative is a collaboration between Caerphilly Cares, Public Health Wales, and Cwtsh, with contributions from several local services and organisations. Carol Andrews, cabinet member for education andcommunities, said: 'National Wellbeing Week is a fantastic opportunity for people to connect with their community and discover the wide range of support services available through Rhymney Library Hub. "It's a welcoming space where residents can access advice, take part in fun activities, and feel supported.' On Monday the theme is 'connect' with support services on site, arts and crafts, and a coffee morning. Tuesday is 'get active' with a seated yoga taster, dog rescue demonstration and litter picking. Wednesday is 'take notice' with gaming and fire home safety advice among the activities on the schedule. 'Keep learning' is on Thursday with a heritage talk, crochet with multiply and a Spanish taster session. Friday is 'give' with an outdoor celebration featuring a silent disco, craft stalls, ToyBox Project, foodbank support and donations plus a plant buy and swap. Contact Caerphilly Cares for more information or to support.
South Wales Argus
23-04-2025
- General
- South Wales Argus
Helping hand for Rhymney families thanks to Easter hampers
The initiative was led by MP Nick Smith and supported by Caerphilly County Borough Council. A total of 25 hampers were distributed from Rhymney Library Hub with support from Caerphilly Cares. The campaign builds on the success of the "Everyone Deserves a Christmas" initiative and continues to provide support to families in need. Each hamper included a chicken dinner with vegetables, hot cross buns, Easter eggs, and a few thoughtful extras. Community organisations and council services, including Parent Network, Supporting People, Housing Services, and the Youth and Family Service team, worked closely with Caerphilly Cares to ensure the hampers reached families who would benefit most. Cllr Carol Andrews, cabinet member for education and communities, said: "Campaigns like this remind us of the power of community and kindness. "I'm proud that the council, through Caerphilly Cares and Rhymney Library Hub, could support local families this Easter." If you or someone you know is in need of support, you can contact Caerphilly Cares by emailing caerphillycares@ calling 01443 811490, or texting 07537414443.
