Championing wellbeing services and activities for the East Merton community
What is the Wilson Wellbeing?
The Wilson Wellbeing is an integral part of the new health and wellbeing hub that is planned for The Wilson Hospital in Mitcham. As part of the interim provision, the Wilson Wellbeing Steering Group has developed a bright and modern space where the community can engage in, develop and benefit from a wide range of wellbeing services and activities locally.
The space is now relaunched by the Wilson Wellbeing Steering Group in partnership with Jigsaw4u, a specialist wellbeing support provider already working in the community. There is a schedule of drop-in activities available including coffee mornings, arts and gardening clubs, and mental health support and signposting. Services will be developed ongoing in collaboration with local partners and in response to the needs of residents.
The facility contains various bright and attractive spaces which are available to book and provides a perfect venue for small groups to gather, and for workshops or meetings of organisations delivering wellbeing services and activities for the benefit of East Merton residents. There are 5 meeting rooms appropriate for individual and small group work, a larger public space for groups of up to 15, and use of a beautiful community garden.
Who is the Wilson Wellbeing for?
Anyone residing in, or adjacent to, the East Merton community who has a wellbeing need which could be
supported by engagement with services on offer at the Wilson Wellbeing centre.
The comfortable and accessible indoor spaces, and community garden, can be used as an occasional or
reoccurring setting for Community groups of all interests and sizes to meet and base their activities.
Rooms can also be booked for use by Organisations delivering wellbeing support to the local community.
Activities and Services – October 2024
All day, every day
- Smoothie Bikes. Like smoothies? Want a little exercise? Come and make yourself a smoothie by pedalling on one of our bikes.
- Give a Book a Home. Our Book Bank is now open!
- Clothes Bank. Free good condition second-hand clothes available.
- Food Bank. Weekly access to food packages for all members of the public
Mondays
- Under 5s Story Time, 10:15am – 11:15am (drop-in). Listen to stories and stay to play afterwards.
- Gardening 1:30pm – 3:30pm. Experience the relaxing, fulfilling joys of gardening for wellbeing in our therapeutic outdoor space.
Tuesdays
- Creative Club, 10:30am – 12pm (drop-in). Anything goes at this arts & crafts free-for all. Meet like-minded people and express your creativity.
- Helping Hands coffee morning – domestic abuse support, 10am – 12pm (drop-in). Visit for a coffee in a warm, safe, confidential space to speak to someone and seek advice and support.
- One You Merton Health and Wellbeing clinic (by appointment). Supporting people to make better lifestyle choices and improve their health.
Wednesdays
- Table Games & Tea, 10:30am – 12:30pm (drop in). Come play a board game or put together a puzzle.
- After-school Lego Club, 3:30pm – 4:30pm (drop in). Fun, friendly Lego-building club for ages 4-11.
- Knit and Natter, 1pm – 3pm (drop in). Meet others with a shared interest in knitting.
Thursdays
- Chats and Crafts (Booking only), 12:30pm – 3pm
- After-school Spanish Conversation, 3:30pm – 4:30pm (drop in).
Fridays
- Mindful Colouring, 10:00am – 11:30am (drop in). Explore the quiet joy of colouring.
Upcoming Events – October 2024
- Halloween Arts and Crafts, Thursday 28th October 10am – 12pm. Seasonal family friendly session in which we will be decorating a black Christmas tree with all sorts of spooky ornaments!
- Introduction to Martial Arts, Friday 25th October and 1st November. Come and learn about self-defence and the many other benefits of martial arts from our resident expert in martial arts!
- Reggae Babies Tuesday 8th 10am – 11:30am and Friday 4th 18th 25th. 1:30pm – 3pm. A sensory fun music session where young children and parents can get together and feel the rhythm and the community with tunes from the Caribbean!
Website: www.wilsonwellbeing.com
Email: wilsonwellbeing@jigsaw4u.org.uk
Telephone: 0208 617 3270
Our location: The Wilson Hospital, Cranmer Road, Mitcham, CR4 4TP
Travel options: Bus routes: 118, 127, 200, 201, S1, N44, 10minutes from Mitcham Tramlink Station
FREE parking onsite