Welcome Our A to Z runs from adult social care to zebra crossings – more than 700 different services – and I understand first- hand how so many of them are important. Being well is more than just the obvious things – like exercising and eating healthy food. A safe community, secure home, access to good health care, job opportunities and a meal on the table are some of elements that when combined, give us building blocks for happy, healthy lives. For me and my parents, it was help with a first home, the park I played in as a kid and at the hardest time when I needed social care for my nan. This council supported me and my family and I’m now able to give back and make sure that you have support too.
From free swimming for little ones to warm meals and spaces for older people, council services support the lives of everyone in some way
As we head into the winter months and the challenges this brings, especially with the increased cost of living, it’s important to take extra steps to look after your well-being. This edition of Totally Telford is jam-packed with inspiration on how to make your money go further, steps you can take to stay well and services that you can call on to help.
Councillor Shaun Davies Leader of Telford & Wrekin Council
Everyone under the age of 25 living in Telford and Wrekin can swim for free in any of our four pools?
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Find a swim session near you: telfordandwrekinleisure.co.uk/swimming
We are always looking for interesting stories about things happening in Telford and Wrekin, people who are going above and beyond or if you have an idea to help make your town cleaner, greener or safer. If you have a story to tell, we would love to hear from you. Email us at ✉ media@telford.gov.uk *All info correct at the time of going to press.
With thanks to our contributors
Acknowledgements: Ironbridge Parish Council, Great Dawley Town Council, Oakengates Town Council, Newport Town Council, Wellington Town Council, Madeley Town Council, Telford Bike Hub, Shropshire Wildlife Trust, TW Leisure Services, Friends of Telford Parks and Green Spaces, Smallwoods, Buglife, Telford and Wrekin Street Champions, Telford Foster Carers, Live Well Telford, Visit Telford, Newport’s Dog Health Shop, Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Making It Real, Telford and Wrekin Libraries, AFC Telford United Foundation, Shropshire Cricket, Brightstar Boxing, Telford Netball, Telford and Wrekin Hockey Club, Telford Flyers BMX, European Innovation Limited.
This magazine has been created by Telford & Wrekin Council.
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