Landscapes and landmarks via new Newport walking route
A new North Pembrokeshire footpath that gives walkers a chance to see a variety of landscapes including oak woodland and meadows, as well notable local
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Fresh Air Fun Days to inspire play time outdoors
Adventure outside with Life Seeker to enjoy slow paced walks with a few added fun extras.
The benefits of outdoor play
Playing outside isn’t simply lots of fun, here are just some of the reasons why it’s an important part of a child’s development.
Stuck in a thought loop? Here are seven top tips to stop unhelpful rumination
If persistent thoughts are getting intrusive, these tips might help clear your mind.
Share the Load with the DPJ Foundation
If you’re part of the agricultural community and would like some support with your mental health, the DPJ Foundation can help. Named in memory of Daniel Picton-Jones and founded by his widow Emma, the charity are on hand for anyone in the farming sector who needs mental health advice or just someone to talk to. The team understand the unique challenges faced by people working in agriculture and provide confidential counselling services, information and awareness training.
The DPJ Share the Load counselling service has already helped hundreds of agricultural workers across Wales and the team are on hand 24/7 to help.
If you need to speak to someone, please call the confidential helpline for a chat with one of their Samaritans-trained counsellors on 0800 587 4262 or text 07860 048799.
You can find more information, advice and support on the DPJ Foundation website and their Facebook page.
Can y Coed: A unique symphony from the ancient rainforests of Wales
Sound artist Cheryl Beer, who we featured in Issue 13 of Life Seeker Newspaper for her work in bringing nature walks into care homes during lockdown, is launching her unique Can y Coed symphony at the National Botanic Garden of Wales this Summer.
Cheryl Beer has spent a year exploring Wales’s ancient rainforests, using specialist sound equipment to listen to the rhythms within the trees, ferns and moss. Converting these biorhythms into music, Cheryl has created a symphony that not only helps people connect with nature on a new level, but also highlights the importance of preserving these vital environments. You can even visit the trees that took part, and a Sound Walk will be installed at Coed Felenrhyd rainforest.
To find out more about the virtual launch and Can y Coed installations tours around the UK, visit the Song of the Trees web page or Cheryl’s Facebook page
Build your future with Hyfforddiant Ceredigion Training
Leaving school soon but don’t know what you want to do? Perhaps you’d like to learn a trade but aren’t sure where to start? If you live in Ceredigion and are 16 – 18 years old, Ceredigion Training’s employment engagement programme offers guidance and advice on finding jobs, work placements and apprenticeships.
The scheme is designed to help school leavers enhance their literacy and numeracy and learn the skills they will need to join the job market, covering topics like how to search for a job, write a CV and useful interview techniques. You can even try introductory sessions to find out whether a particular trade is right for you, from plumbing, carpentry and electrics to childcare, hairdressing, and business administration.
For more information, visit the Hyfforddiant Ceredigion Training webpage or call 01970 633040.
Join the hunt for hidden treasures in Ceredigion
If you’re out and about in Ceredigion this summer, keep your eyes peeled or you might just miss some secret messages hidden here and there around the county. A group called Ceredigion Rocks are encouraging people to leave decorative stones around the coast and countryside to add a little happiness to someone’s day. All you have to do is brighten up a rock with permanent pens or acrylic paint, write a cheery message on the back, give it a coat of something weatherproof and pop it in a favourite spot for someone to find.
Whenever you hide or find one of these little treasures, simply take a photo and share it on the Ceredigion Rocks Facebook page!
B Fit with local health and fitness club, the wellness focused studio with a difference
How a Pembrokeshire Health and Fitness club is encouraging members of the community to look after their physical and mental health and well being in a relaxed environment.
Pembrokeshire FRAME connecting and supporting the local community
Find out more about the developing Pembrokeshire charity that is helping to support the local community and its people by providing opportunities in learning, employment and voluntary work.
Support with exam stress
With the summer exam period looming for students across Wales, WJEC Wales’ largest awarding body have developed a range of resources to help students stay positive and motivated when under pressure. With a focus on mental health and wellbeing the resources include blogs, articles and guides full of helpful tips and tricks. With topics covered such as; ‘the psychology of revision’, ‘supporting your immune system through nutrition’ and ‘how to help a friend who’s struggling’ the resources promote an emotionally healthy approach to learning to help you look after your mental health. Find out more here.
‘Purrr-fect’ pet project provides dementia support
Carmarthenshire Therapy Dogs, a charity that works in partnership with Alzheimers to provide dog therapy across the county is providing support to people with dementia through their ‘petbot cat project’. The 15 robotic pet cats are available to those with dementia who live independently at home and would benefit from the love and companionship of a pet without the responsibility. The battery operated life-like ‘petbots’ have synthetic, soft brushable fur, cat-like movements, sound and built in sensors to respond to motion and touch making them a great alternative to the real thing. It is hoped that the scheme will benefit people with dementia by improving things like; communication, limb mobility, happiness and engagement as well as reducing anxiety and agitation. Find out more about the scheme and contact Carmarthenshire Therapy Dogs through their Facebook page here.
Connect with the community at charity centre
A new purpose-built facility in Kidwelly is to be the base for the ‘John Burns Foundation’ – the in-house charity established by successful pet nutrition company ‘Burns Pet Food’. The charity delivers grassroots projects in the local community as well as nationwide charity campaigns. The accessible centre that is now home to the charity also has rooms available for hire which could help provide a space for local community groups and services. A NEW chair-based Zumba class (perfect for those with mobility issues) is one such group benefiting from the space for their weekly classes. Following National Lottery funding received at the start of the year the charity is also hoping to establish a ‘Food for thought’ project at the centre. This will include a newly constructed (and fully accessible) educational food preparation kitchen. The scheme will aim to teach people how to prepare healthy meals and discover the benefits of cooking from scratch using healthy seasonal produce. To find out more about the centre and what’s going on visit the Canolfan John Burns Centre Facebook page here.
Walk the Wales Coast Path
With the warmer weather and longer days of summer approaching, long walks by the beach enjoying the cooling coastal breeze are becoming more appealing. With Wales Coast Path recently celebrating its 10 year anniversary it’s the perfect time to discover the sandy stretch that wraps the Carmarthenshire coastline. This stretch of the Coast Path includes the traffic free 17 miles of Millennium Coastal Path. Great for walking, jogging or cycling this section of the path is mostly smooth and flat making it accessible for wheelchairs and mobility scooters. Carmarthenshire Council have shared ideas for eight different walks along sections of the path taking you from Bynea in the East to Amroth in the West. The routes range from shorter walks covering 5 miles to longer options of 10 to 13 miles and include handy tips of places to eat along the way and highlights to look out for. Discover more here.
Discover the value of volunteering
With the annual ‘Volunteers Week’ campaign now drawing to a close, if you’re feeling inspired by the real-life stories of those doing amazing work, read on to discover the different ways to volunteer, the benefits and where to find opportunities in Carmarthenshire.
