Wellbeing co-ordinators
David’s story
“It’s wonderful, really. I get on so well with the girls, we have a real laugh when we go out walking and that is what it’s all about really, isn’t it.”
Juliette’s story
“The programme has changed my life. You have to do things to help yourself, but Jane has helped me open the door…”
June’s story
“Wellbeing Torbay supported me in finding a new social life after losing my husband of 57 years and moving back to this country.”
Mary’s story
“Wellbeing South Devon has helped me connect with the things I enjoy and to be hopeful about my life after a fantastic 54 years with Bob.”
Wellbeing co-ordinators like Jill work with people aged 50 and older who live with a range of conditions. They will ask you what is important to you to help you plan to live well.
They can help make connections with like-minded people, arrange activities or hobbies, or offer advice. Wellbeing co-ordinators are part of community health and wellbeing teams , and are well-placed to link in with health and care professionals including GPs, nurses and therapists.
This short video shows how Jill, a wellbeing co-ordinator, has made a big difference to Nigel’s life, helping him to take care of those things that matter most to him.
“Whenever I see an older patient and I think they might benefit from the support of a Wellbeing Co-ordinator, perhaps to help them get out and about in their local community, meet people and make new friends, then – with their consent – I will refer them to a Wellbeing Co-ordinator.”
BBC Spotlight featured the Wellbeing Programme, broadcast in May 2018.