Health Charities That specialise in Health and wellbeing

We run a rural Buddhist Retreat Centre, offering residential retreats on Buddhist meditation and Buddhist teaching. We also run weekends and courses in city based Buddhist Centres on request. Local schools ask us to talk to their pupils about Buddhism and some come to us for an weekend experience of retreat living. Our main teachers are all ordained Buddhists with the Triratna Community.

THE OBJECTS OF THE CHARITY ARE TO PROMOTE THE BUDDHIST FAITH UNDER THE SPIRITUAL GUIDANCE OF THE ELECTED GENERAL SPIRITUAL DIRECTOR OF THE NEW KADAMPA TRADITION - INTERNATIONAL KADAMPA BUDDHIST UNION (NKT-IKBU) PRINCIPALLY THROUGH ACTIVITIES OF TEACHING, STUDY, PRACTICE AND THE OBSERVANCE OF MORAL DISCIPLINE ALL WITHIN THE MAHAYANA BUDDHIST TRADITION OF ATISHA AND JE TSONGKHAPA ...

THIS RECREATIONAL CHARITY IS CONCERNED WITH THE HEALTH AND WELFARE OF THE LOCAL COMMUNITY. WE OFFER ACTIVITIES GEARED TOWARDS HEALTHY LIVING THROUGH VARIOUS SPORTING AND OTHER ACTIVITIES FOR YOUNG AND OLD. THESE INCLUDE KEEP FIT. DANCE CLASSES, BOWLS, FOOTBALL, ETC

WE OFFER CLASSES IN MEDITATION AND BUDDHISM BOTH FOR BUDDHISTS AND NON-BUDDHISTS, IN A WAY THAT IS RELEVANT TO CONTEMPORARY WESTERN LIFE. WE OFFER TRAINING FOR BUDDHIST ORDINATION, FOR THOSE WHO ASK FOR IT, AS WELL AS APPLICATIONS OF THE BUDDHA'S TEACHING TO PROMOTE THE HEALTH AND WELL-BEING OF ALL. THE CENTRE IS OPEN TO ALL. WE WELCOME SCHOOL GROUPS.

Manchester Buddhist Centre provides a place of peace in Manchester. We offer classes in meditation and Buddhism both for Buddhists and non-buddhists and, for those who ask for it, training for ordination. We welcome schools and community groups, having developed a reputation for excellence.

The principal activity of the charity is to promote Buddhism according to the teachings of Je Tsongkhapa. To accomplish this we run drop-in classes, study programmes, retreats and courses.World Peace Cafe, Shop and gardens. Residential community.

The North London Buddhist Centre offers courses and classes in Meditation, Buddhism, Yoga and other activities to promote health, happiness and well-being. Its aim is to develop a Buddhist practice community in the city relevant to our lives in the 21st Century.It is part of an international network of the Friends of the Western Buddhist Order, which has over 80 centres world-wide.

The main activities of the Chinese Community Centre are as follows:Information, Advice and Outreach Services, Elderly Health Improvement Project and Healthy Eating Luncheon Club, Community Group Support Services, Arts and Culture Programme; Life Long Learning - English for Speakers of Other Languages Classes and Computer classes and a Youth Club.

Promotion of multifaith and brotherhood of love and peace, Promotion of meditation & healing music, Yoga teaching of Guru Dattatreya, Laughter yoga, Kriya yoga, Celebrations of festivals of all faiths, Teaching and promotion of Veda esp Bhagavata gita and Guru Gita. Preservation of ancient rituals and promotion of healthy living.

To further the well-being of older people and the wider community in Teignmouth/Shaldon by supporting healthy living, through the provision of a community centre with meals (including a meal delivery service), activities and clubs. Activities include: fitness classes, table tennis, oriental dancing, music sessions, a memory cafe, digital skills, bingo, cookery classes, craft and social events.

A community and young people's project for socialising, education and recreational activities. Youth club operates at least three evenings each week during term time. Counselling service for young people. After school homework club, with sporting activities.Evening meals for young people as part of healthy eating plan. Provision of training to young people currently excluded from school.

The charity archives, and makes available for free download, text, audio and video files of Buddhist teachings. It also makes available free online resources for all on Buddhist approaches to mindfulness, meditation and life.

We offer activities that promote healthy living, the acquisition of life skills, independence and engagement with neighbours. These vary based on the needs and the expressed wishes of our users. Currently we provide: HEALTH, WELL-BEING AND SELF CARE EDUCATION, GARDENING CLUB, ARTS PROJECT, PEER MENTOR VOLUNTEERS, JOINT WORKING INITIATIVES WITH LOCAL PARTNERS, BREAKOUT (School Holiday Activities)

Teaching buddhism and meditation

Activities/Services we provide-Advocacy support-Advice and information on benefits and welfare rights-Training -Assist with hospital appointments-Signposting-Form filling-Trips and outings-Health and wellbeing sessions-Reading groups -Luncheon club-Outreach work/Awareness raising -Accessible Information provision-My Guide

The Cardigan Centre's public building is used for community activities, educational courses and constructive leisure and welfare programmes, and has offices leased to local enterprises. Specialist work includes services for young people, older people, healthy living, handyperson and gardening services, practical help for groups, networks and enterprises, and provision of community information.

Utilises the teaching of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, including Transcendental Meditation, as a means of reducing suffering and developing the full potential of the individual and of alleviating social unhappiness by raising positivity and coherence in collective consciousness

Holding Meditation Retreats.

Chorley Women's Centre promotes the mental health and wellbeing of women in Chorley and surrounding areas. We provide a listening ear to drop in users, courses, information, self help groups, free counselling, and relaxation sessions.We are run by volunteers and open 2 days a week, and 1 day for DV CounsellingDrop in users may go on to become volunteers and then on to the management committee.

Courses and study facilities in meditation and Buddhism. Yoga and tai chi. Visits to and from local schools and colleges. Information resource to the public with access to library. Day retreats and group for carers. Meditation courses designed for coping with depression and chronic pain. Open days and arts events. Celebration of Buddhist festivals. Financial support to practising Buddhists.

Encouraging and providing facilities for practice and teaching of Buddhism and meditation, yoga and other bodywork. Offering retreats. School visits. Teaching meditation in local colleges and other institutions. Providing financial and other support for members of the Triratna Buddhist Order & other duly ordained Buddhists. Facilities for healing therapies. Bookshop. Library.

Cancer Support centre providing counselling, complementary therapies, specialist support groups and gentle exercise to cancer patients, children and family members in West Sussex and South East Hampshire. Supporting the Health and Wellbeing of people experiencing cancer.

INCOME IS APPLIED FOR PRESERVATION OF THE RURAL CHARACTER OF TELSCOMBE SO THAT THE INHABITANTS OF TELSCOMBE, PIDDINGHOE & BRIGHTON MAY HAVE ACCESS TO PEACEFUL RECREATION & MEDITATION, THE AUGMENTATION OF THE STIPEND OF THE INCUMBENT OF TELSCOMBE, THE UPKEEP OF THE CHURCH AND YARD, THE GENERAL CHARITABLE BENEFIT OF THE INHABITANTS, AND THE RELIEF OF DESERVING POOR PERSONS RESIDING IN THE VILLAGE.

Immigration and asylum laws advice, women victims of domestic violence support and advocacy, support to children affected by domestic violence, benefit advice and advocacy, tackling homelessness, asylum seeker and refugee support, health and wellbeing advice, disseminate information to the Chinese community, campaign for policies change, cultural exchange and raising cultural awareness.

JABADAO works in partnership with education, health and social care sectors to create opportunities for young children and their adults to get involved in playful physical activities that promote learning, health and wellbeing.