FarmWell

What is FarmWell

NHS Norfolk is working with the Norfolk Young Farmers Clubs to deliver the FarmWell project. FarmWell is a health and wellbeing project aimed at Farmers, growers and agricultural workers in Norfolk.

Farming is one of the most dangerous occupations in the UK. Farmers do a physically demanding job, often working long hours, in harsh conditions and in isolation. The sector is reliant on weather patterns so it is difficult for them to book health appointments. Many farmers have no colleagues to cover for absences or sickness, they ignore health warning signs until there is a more serious condition. These factors combine to make it difficult for farmers to keep themselves healthy and well.

The FarmWell project will pilot an outreach service that brings Health Services to Farmers at the Norfolk Show.

What Health Services will there be at a FarmWell Event

NHS Health Checks (people aged 40 – 74 - please book before hand)
An individual FREE health check to assess your risk of developing Cardiovascular disease (CVD), which includes heart disease, stroke, kidney disease and type 2 diabetes and advice to reduce or manage your risk. Link to HealthCheck in the Workplace.

Health Trainer
The Norfolk Health Trainer Service will support the FarmWell Event. Health Trainers will provide FREE Healthy Lifestyle 1-1 support. They can support you with concerns around, healthy eating, weight management, smoking, alcohol, food, physical activity and your general health wellbeing.

Norfolk Young Farmers Clubs
Norfolk Young Farmers staff will the available on the day to provide a listerning ear if you want to talk about FarmWell.

When and Where are the FarmWell Events

Wednesday 29th and Thursday 30th June 2011
Times: 8.30am – 5.00pm (appointments last 20 minutes)

Norfolk Young Farmers clubs marquee
Royal Norfolk Show
Norfolk Showground
Dereham Road
Costessey
Norwich NR5 0TT

For more Information about the FarmWell project, or if you are a Farmer and want to book your FREE NHS Health Check contact Norfolk Young Farmers Clubs at the Rural Support Centre, Easton College; Tel: 01603 731307, E-mail: norfolkyfc@easton.ac.uk