Well Being

When the Shed Opened in February 2020, we introduced monthly Presentations on Health and Wellness to our Members.

Over time we also then introduced monthly “Beer and Bullshit” presentations covering a wide range of interesting topics.

In 2024 the Health and Wellbeing and Beer and Bullshit Groups combined forces so as to provide a greater combined leadership team which would concentrate on providing stimulating talks that cover both a medical and a general interest focus for our Shed members and guests.

Talks on the second Wednesday of the month are usually focussed on general interest topics for our member’s Mental health, whilst the talks on the fourth (or fifth) Wednesday are more focussed on a specific field of medicine and physical health.

The Mental Health benefits of this combined Wellness Group have increased opportunities for members to engage with the Shed and other Sheddies in an informal and relaxed setting, providing opportunities to gain new knowledge whilst enjoying the fellowship with other Members of the Shed.

Demonstrable health benefits have already been derived from the Wellness Group Skin Check for members, provided by an experienced medical practioner. These checks have uncovered a range of skin conditions which required further follow-up and attentio. A possible life saving event.