On The Horizon

Realise Futures are running a ‘Confidence & Wellbeing Course‘ from the 2nd – 23rd October, 10am –1.30pm at the Stowmarket Learning Centre 27 Ipswich Street, Stowmarket IP14 1AB.

The course will explore:

• The meaning of confidence.
• Help with the personal barriers that can get in the way.
• Discover practical ways to help build your confidence and self-esteem.
• How to move forward with confidence.

To book your place or find out more Tel: 0300 456 2050 or email: info@rlearn.co.uk

Realise Futures are running a Level 1 Mental Health Awareness course that explores the impact of mental health issues, social and personal influences, cultural diversity, and how we respond to mental health challenges.

The East Suffolk Disability Information Day is taking place at the Felixstowe Trades and Labour Club, 182 High Road West, Felixstowe, IP11 9BB on Tuesday, 6th October from 9:30am – 12:30pm.

The event is free to attend and is for thoses living with a disability, their families, carers, and healthcare, professionals.  It will feature guest speakers and a variety of information stalls where you can find out what help and support services are available locally.

Complimentary refreshments will be provided throughout the event.

Elders in the Woods a wellbeing project for those aged 60+ and takes place in Kaliwoods, Holton, Halesworth IP19 8NQ.  The Autumn term starts on Thursday 17th September, 12pm  – 3pm  with dates running weekly on Thursdays until 17th December.

Exploring seeds – physical seeds of trees to plant as well as seeds of our lives.
For all the details and dates visit their website

As part of the First Light Festival in Lowestoft, Spellbound By Books is a free fun family day of stories and activities taking place on Saturday, 10th October from 10am – 4pm at East Point Pavilion, Royal Plain, Lowestoft NR33 0AP

The event will include:

• There will be readings from actor Hugh Bonneville and award winning storyteller, Kate Rolfe – tickets for the readings are free and booking is required via the website
• A talk from Walker Books,
• Face painting – transform into your favourite character
• Photo booth — with a specially made “Be Spellbound by Books” picture frame for family snaps
• Wishing Tree — For children to hang their own spells and wishes among the branches
• Themed drinks from the East Point Pavilion bar.

This book day event has been created in partnership with First Light Lowestoft, National Litracy Trust in Suffolk, Suffolk County Council and Sizwell C

A Dementia Awareness Roadshow will be taking place on Tuesday, 29th September, 10am – 1pm at the Martlesham Scout Hut, The Drift, Martlesham Heath, Ipswich, IP5 3PL

The event is free and open to everyone and it aims to raise awareness as well as providing guidance for those who are living with Dementia and memory concerns.
 Alzheimer’s Society, Christies Care, Connect Suffolk and East Suffolk Council.

If you would like more details about the event email: Corrine Longland Malam

 Friday 25^th September, 09:30am to 2.30pm

Quaker Meeting House, St Johns Street, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1SJ.

This five-hour workshop will help you take the first steps toward starting your own business.  You will learn how to create a simple business plan, understand your customers, and explore ways to market your business. We’ll also introduce key financial planning skills to help you get started.  With practical advice and support, this session will build your confidence and give you the knowledge to take the next step in your business journey.

Become a Resilient Carer.

Dealing with the daily challenges you face as a Family Carer can make it hard to recover your wellbeing after a set-back, especially if you are a family carer supporting someone with mental health issues, complex needs or exhibiting challenging behaviours. The resilient carer can pick themselves up and move forward after a set back. The workshop hosted by Suffolk Family Carers is designed to provide support for you to develop and maintain your resilience in your caring role.

For more information see poster below:

The National Autistic Society’s Teen Life Programme aims to empower parents/carers to understand more about autism and to discuss useful strategies in how to support their young person. 

Their course is open to parents and carers of autistic teen (10-16 years) with a confirmed diagnosis (within the last 2 years) living in Suffolk.

Upcoming courses will be in Lowestoft and Saxmundham starting in September 2026, and will be hosting in other towns across Suffolk later in the year.

For more information or to book a place on the course, please contact them at: teenlifesuffolk@family-action.org.uk or visit Teen Life Suffolk – Family Action

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