Keeping Well in Winter
Welcome to the #Keepingwellinwinter Campaign!
Winter can bring unique challenges, but with the right resources and support, we can navigate this season together. This page is designed to be your go-to for tips, local resources, and advice to help you and your community stay warm, connected, and well this winter.
We’ll be updating this page weekly, from week commencing the 9th December 2024 until the end of January 2025, with new themes, tips, and links. Please check back regularly to stay informed. Plus you can also follow our posts on our social media platforms.
Week 1: 9th December
Introduction to the Campaign
- We started things off with a very short campaign video to share why and what we’ll be doing over the next 8 weeks, and the hashtag to use to follow the conversation i.e. #Keepingwellinwinter
Theme: Tips to Keep Warm This Winter on a Budget
- Layer Up: Wear multiple thin layers to trap heat better than one thick layer.
- Use Draught Excluders, and curtains: Block gaps under doors or around windows to keep the cold out. Open curtains during the day to let sunlight in and close in the evening to keep cold out.
- Hot Drinks & Meals: Stay warm from the inside by enjoying soups, stews, and hot drinks. Holding a hot drink can act as a pleasant hand warmer too.
- Warm Places: Visit local “welcoming places” such as libraries or community centres. Find your nearest welcoming place here.
- Blankets & Heating Pads: Use these to stay cosy, especially when sitting still for long periods.
Resources & Links:
- Home Energy Efficiency Advice – Information for owner occupiers, landlords and tenants in private, Council or Housing Association properties
- Welcoming Places in Sheffield – These are the places people in Sheffield can go to and stay warm for free this winter
- Find Food Support in Sheffield – Keeping well fed will help your body stay warmer over winter
Next week, we’ll cover tips on avoiding isolation and staying connected during winter.
Have Feedback or Suggestions?
If you have suggestions for additional resources or want to share your feedback on the campaign, please get in touch with us. Together, we can make this page even more helpful for everyone in our community.
Follow the Campaign
Stay updated by following Sheffield Flourish on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Join the conversation using #KeepingWellInWinter to share your own tips and experiences!