Community Engagement
Activities undertaken by a public sector organisation to engage with the community to improve the quality of life of citizens and the strength of the community. Examples would be diversionary activities, health initiatives and visits to community events.
Common Questions
- What if I've never exercised before?
- Who can walk?
- How does walking compare to running?
- There isn't a walk in my area. What can I do?
- What if the weather is bad?
- What should I bring?
- What should I wear?
- Can I attend the family programme with more than one child?
- Do I have to complete the health check?
- How much does it cost?
- Is it safe?
- How much does it cost?
- What commitment is needed?
- What if I miss a session?
- What will I do on the course?
- What's the inclusion criteria?
- Who can take part?
- What is Traffic Light labelling and how do I use it?
- What is the Eatwell Plate and how do I use it?
- Are healthy walks safe?
- Where can I find a local Breastfeeding Support Group?
- What is Body Mass Index (BMI)?
- Can being vegetarian be a healthy option?
- What is the difference between unsaturated fat, saturated fat and trans fat?
- I don't add salt to my food, but I've been told I could still be having too much salt in my diet. Is this true?
- Can what I eat affect my mood?
- What would be a healthy packed lunch for my child?
- My health visitor has told me to wait until 6 months to begin introducing solid food to my baby, so why do some baby foods have "Suitable from 4 months" written on the label?
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