Live and feel well this Autumn

Quitting smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, taking care of our mental health, and staying up to date with vaccinations - find the resources you need to improve your health and wellbeing this autumn.

Live Well

Join Stoptober's 28-day quit smoking challenge. Even if you've tried before, Salford’s Stop Smoking Service offer loads of ways to quit and one-to-one advice to help you keep on trying. Learn more at: www.salford.gov.uk/ stopsmoking

NHS Health Checks can detect health concerns early. Talk to your GP about your next check-up and annual review if you have a long-term condition or health concern.

Find local health and wellbeing events promoting cancer awareness, immunisations, and health screening information at www.salford.gov.uk/ healthimprovement and @SalfordHealthImprovement

Take a five-minute walk, visit Salford's green spaces and find places to get active and be creative at salfordcommunityleisure.co.uk/ and www.salford.gov.uk/ movemore.

Use the five ways to well-being and NHS Better Health Apps for added support.

Feel Well

Debt, job security, or moving to a new location can increase stress and anxiety for many people. But there are lots of ways to improve our financial, mental, and emotional wellbeing.

Explore the Salford CVS Padlet to connect with local activities, volunteering, and community groups www.salfordcvs.co.uk/ whats-on-in-salford

Need help with how to start open conversations about mental health? Try www.nhs.uk/every-mindmatters. Training as a Mental Health First Aider can help you build confidence in discussing mental health and supporting others. www.mindinsalford.org.uk/ training/

If you are worried about your mental health, Greater Manchester Mental Health's free 24/7 helpline provides immediate support. Call 0800 953 0285 for assistance.

You can find help and advice online at: www.partnersinsalford.org/ salford-health-and-wellbeingboard/mental-health-andwellbeing/

My Autumn Pledges I will…

• Get my blood pressure checked

• Learn about mental health and wellbeing; Learn to Save a Life with Shining a Light on Suicide

• Take control of my day-today stress and anxiety with the Thrive App

• Use local parks and green spaces and pledge to keep them SmokeFree

• Donate to local food banks and charities

• Try something new by taking part in National Poetry Day

• Seek support for the cost of living from the Welfare Rights and Debt Advice Service

• Reduce alcohol intake and gambling harm

• Find help and advice if I am concerned about someone’s welfare at home and at work