Health and Wellbeing
Social prescribing and health coaching, in partnership with Help & Care provides an effective self-management approach for local people, that is goal-oriented and based on personalised care and support.
To find out more about Help and Care or to self-refer please use the link below:
Active monitoring practitioners from Dorset MIND who offer a range of pathways for people experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and grief and through individualised sessions up to 6 weeks.
To find out more about Dorset MIND or to self-refer please use the link below:
HOPE
Help Overcoming Problems Effectively – a free six week group course.
Help & Care is the certified provider of the HOPE Programme in Dorset, offering friendly, practical courses that help adults build confidence, improve wellbeing, and take charge of their health.

How HOPE Can Help
Course Themes:
- Managing stress, fatigue and sleep – simple strategies to restore energy
- Mindfulness & dealing with setbacks – practical ways to stay present and resilient
- Communication & relationships – skills to strengthen connections and ask for help
- Getting active, creative and eating well – small changes that boost body and mood
- Using your strengths – recognising what’s already within you to support future goals
What to expect:
By week six, many participants tell us they:
- Feel less isolated through shared experience and peer support
- Feel more confident handling anxiety, low mood or uncertainty
- Use relaxation techniques to reset mind and body
- Approach goals with clear, achievable plans
- Continue to self‑manage health and wellbeing at home and in the community
All sessions are free of charge and delivered in welcoming community venues across Dorset.

