During June, Jo and Andrew attended Staffordshire Sight Loss and spoke to numerous members. One member was explaining that they are having trouble with fundraising and were concerned if they could not continue as there would then be nowhere for the members to go. They explained about the different events they have been doing to raise awareness of the service and what they have to offer. Staffordshire Sight Loss offer a drop in service to support people and also to help them get equipment that...

Jo and Andrew attended Rockspur in Codsall to speak with the members about physical activity. Whilst there, they spoke with numerous individuals and were told some great stories about what they like to do. The group also had a dancing activity whilst Jo and Andrew were there, and the members really enjoyed this. One member said ‘I’m in a walking group. I go every Tuesday from 9 ‘til 12. We go to the Bull with the walking group. Go and have a drink and a chat.’ They also said, ‘I go to a...

Jo and Andrew held a small sub-group to introduce two people with lived experience to each other and to talk about what's coming with the Co-Production project. During the meeting, Andrew explained some of the work that has already been started and how people can get involved. One person currently resides in Leek and mentioned their concerns over the closure of the sensory garden, due to funding being withdrawn. They explained how important this garden was to them as an inclusive and safe...