What is Good moves?

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Good Moves is a social and holistic eight-week course designed to improve the health and wellbeing of residents in Tower Hamlets with long-term health conditions.

In a relaxed and friendly environment, we develop knowledge and practical skills relating to healthy eating, portion size, and gentle exercise.

We offer additional support and longer-term befriending to participants, along with long-term support for completers to continue building on their achievements. We also train strong completers to deliver future courses.

Good Moves has reached more than 1500 people in the last 3 years through outreach, people attending courses, and peer support. The project was shortlisted at the London Sport Awards 2021 and The Charity Awards 2018.

How is the course run?

We deliver high quality, community-led courses that are culturally appropriate. Courses are offered in multiple languages, including Bengali, Somali, Cantonese, Vietnamese, and English. Courses are delivered both online and in-person.

We work with multiple partners including community centres, GP surgeries, religious institutions, schools and housing associations.

Who is this for?

Good Moves is for anyone who:

  • Is over 18 

  • Lives in Tower Hamlets

  • Has any of the following long-term health conditions: diabetes, kidney disease, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease

What can you expect?

By taking part in the course, we hope you will:

  • Build a support network

  • Share your experiences

  • Be confident to access services

  • Feel comfortable in taking control of your health

What have other people experienced?

Thousands of participants have completed Good Moves. They have experienced improved: 

  • Understanding and management of physical and psychological effects of chronic disease (including fatigue, pain, depression, and frustration)

  • Exercise, nutrition, and medication adherence habits

  • Effective communication with family, friends, and health professionals

“Due to my illness I had to take early retirement and being ill at home all day I developed low self-esteem, low confidence and social anxiety. I developed depression and became isolated. This course and particularly the week-to-week discussions have been very positive for me. It has helped me overcome my depression. Now I am more positive about life and moving forward.” Good Moves participant

“Because we benefitted from the session so much, as a group we are continuing to meet once a month to support each other.” Good Moves participant

HOW CAN YOU PARTICIPATE?

To join our next course, click the ‘Sign Up’ button below.