Achieving healthier habits in 2024

It’s not too late to work your way towards achieving healthier habits this year. There are many services available in Harrow and online that can support your journey.

Here's a guide to help you make this year your best yet.

Be more active

Harrow Health Walks: Free guided walks across Harrow led by volunteers. New walks include the Enderley Road Medical Centre Walk and the Step Up Together Women's Walk. For more information see Harrow Health Walks

Staying Active Booklet: A list of low cost and free activities in Harrow. Download the Staying Active Booklet

Street Tag App: Join teams, collect points, and tags by walking, running or cycling. Compete with others and stand a chance to win Tesco Vouchers. For more information see Street Tag

Stop smoking

Via – Smoking Cessation Service: Support includes one-to-one sessions with a trained advisor and free nicotine replacement therapies. To start your journey visit Viaorg.uk

Stop Smoking London: Find motivation in quitting through the free daily motivational stop smoking texts provided by Stop Smoking London. The organisation also provides 8 weeks of free telephone support through their stop smoking helpline. To sign up, visit Stop Smoking London.

Drink less

Dry January: Take the challenge to abstain from alcohol for a month and kickstart a healthier relationship with drinking. Stay motivated by signing up to daily motivational emails or by downloading the free Try Dry® app. For further information visit AlcoholChange.org.uk

Via - Drug and Alcohol Service: Free and confidential advice, care and support to reduce or quit alcohol and drug use. Available for Harrow residents aged over 18. For details visit Viaorg.uk 

Improve mental wellbeing

Harrow Talking Therapies: Find support tailored to your needs to manage stress and enhance your mental well-being. You can self-refer through the link or contact your GP to refer you. Visit Harrow Talking Therapies.

Good Thinking: Find digital resources to reduce stress and get recommendations for NHS approved apps through the Good Thinking platform

Other mental health support services: View a list of services in Harrow to support various needs. Visit Support Services

Published: 10th January 2024