Day 3 - Health and Wellbeing
Did you know that around 80% of people experiencing homelessness in the UK have a physical health problem, compared to 28% in the general population?* And it is Estimated that those experiencing homelessness die between 15 and 20 years younger than the general population.
Why is this?
- A lack of access to Healthcare
- Increased risk of Chronic Conditions and Infectious Diseases
- Nutritional Deficiencies due to Limited access to nutritious food
- Stigma associated with homelessness can lead to discrimination, further isolating individuals and hindering their ability to access services and reintegrate into society.
To address these challenges, we collaborate with our partners such as Nuffield Health, one of the UK’s leading not-for-profit healthcare organisations, focused on fitness, wellbeing, and healthcare. In partnership with Nuffield Heath, we offer a yoga workshop designed specifically for our trainees and graduates. Change Please Trainees are also invited to join Nuffield Heath’s free Joint Pain Programme, helping participants to self-manage chronic joint pain, leading to a more independent life. Through this, trainees can also access Nuffield Health Fitness & Wellbeing Centre at no cost."
The partnership highlights how social enterprises and healthcare providers can work together to tackle homelessness in a meaningful, impactful way by addressing both employment and the health challenges that often accompany homelessness.
For further advice and guidance on health and wellbeing we encourage you to download and use the NHS APP
*Source: Homeless Link 2022