We enjoyed a lovely walk today 🌿🚶🏾‍♀️ Did you know that walking can have many health benefits, including improving mood, reducing stress, boosting heart health, and helping us stay active? Our weekly walks are a great way to move our bodies, enjoy nature, and connect with others in the community.

In times of division, compassion matters more than ever. No one should feel unsafe because of their identity, beliefs, or background. Politics should be grounded in humanity, empathy, and respect. #compassioninpolitics #empathy #respect

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month and a reminder to protect and care for your skin every day! Remember to wear SPF, seek shade, and check your skin for any new or changing marks because early detection saves lives. Your health always comes first. #skincancerawareness #earlydectionsaveslives

Maternal Mental Health Week reminds us that motherhood comes with many unseen challenges. Your mental health matters just as much as everything else. Take time to rest, speak up, and care for yourself too.🤍 #maternalmentalhealth

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Every Tuesday, we come together for Zumba/Dance sessions, moving our bodies, lifting our spirits, and having so much fun along the way. 💃🏾💃🏾 Join us on Tuesdays, at 9am!

Pregnancy is a journey you shouldn’t have to walk alone. 🧡 Support, love, and understanding make all the difference.

A beautiful day at Alton Waters with our walking group, full of smiles, joy, and wonderful moments together. ☀️ We are looking forward to our next walks! #outdoors #walking

We are delighted to have received a generous donation of period products for the women we support at PHOEBE. This wonderful act of kindness will surely contribute positively to the support we can offer to the women and we are very grateful for this. #donation #periodproducts #communitysupport

Our walking group Ambling African Women is open to all women. We enjoyed a lovely walk in the fields of Suffolk for physical exercise, grounding and group emotional wellbeing. Would you like to join us? 😄 Admin@Phoebe centre.org.uk 01473760966

Are you thinking of donating blood? You can register and book an appointment online at blood.co.uk, via the NHS Give Blood app, or by calling 0300 123 23 23. #blooddonation

Creating space for open, honest conversations helps build understanding, reduces stigma, and reminds us that no one has to face things alone. Mental health awareness is the first step toward support, stronger communities and healthier minds. 🌱☀️ #mentalhealthawareness

Today’s health awareness session focused on the pelvic floor, understanding its importance, and learning simple exercises to support and strengthen it. Taking care of our bodies is essential, and it starts with knowledge and awareness!

Separation is often not the end of abuse. For many survivors of domestic violence, leaving an abusive relationship does not mean the danger is over.

Half term has come to an end, and our young people have headed back to school 📚 We wish you all a wonderful term filled with growth, learning, and new opportunities. We can’t wait to welcome you back for more half-term activities soon! #backtoschool #halftermfun❤️ #communitycharity

We would like to say a big thank you to the DPO Centre for their generous donation of nappies and supplies. We are truly grateful and look forward to sharing the items with the mothers and babies we support. www.dpocentre.com #donation #mothersandbabies #nappies #gratitude

Every Tuesday, we have our foodbank and Zumba, we would love to have you join us! Zumba: 9 am Foodbank: 10 am

Lunchtime 🍽️✨ After a morning full of half-term activities, the children came together to enjoy lunch. Taking time to pause, refuel, and connect is an important part of the day.

Half-term moments 📚✨ This half term, our children took time to slow down, pick up a story, and rediscover the value of reading. Creating space for learning beyond the classroom helps build confidence, imagination, and a lifelong love for books. #yearofreading #reading #halftermactivities

Violence and abuse remain one of the leading drivers of mental ill health among women and girls worldwide. The impact goes far beyond immediate harm, affecting confidence, opportunities, and long-term wellbeing. #mentalhealth #supportingsurvivors #endabuse

Affirmations are a powerful tool for building self-esteem and shaping how we move through life. At PHOEBE, we remind every child they are valued, capable, and enough 🧡 “I am somebody.” What affirmations do you say to yourself? #affirmations #positive #halfterm

Zero-hour work without a formal contract often means no guaranteed income, limited legal protection, and ongoing uncertainty. #workersrights #healthcarework

The children had a fantastic time during our baking session, where they worked together to make their own pies 🥧 Activities like baking not only encourages creativity, but also builds confidence, teamwork, and valuable life skills.

With the half-term activities in full swing, the youth enjoyed a lovely afternoon BBQ at the Phoebe Centre 🌞🍔 #half-termactivities #fun #youth

Many migrant healthcare workers are being illegally charged recruitment fees by agencies despite laws in many countries that clearly prohibit this practice. These fees can push workers into debt, increase vulnerability to exploitation, and in some cases amount to forced labour. #healthcare

Week 2 of Half-Term Activities started with a lovely day spent at the park, children enjoyed games, snacks and lots of laughter together! ☀️🫂

Did you know that gardening has a lot of benefits for our mental and physical wellbeing ? For example, spending time in nature can lower cortisol levels (our stress hormones) so even simple activities such as watering plants can feel very calming and grounding.

Female migrant healthcare workers are essential to health systems worldwide however, their journeys are too often marked by risk and exploitation. Many face heightened vulnerability to forced labour and sexual abuse simply to secure passage, shelter, or income. #MigrantRights #HealthcareWorkforce

And that’s a wrap on Week 1 of our Easter Half-Term Activities 🐣✨ The children enjoyed a fun-filled day with a movie and an important “Feeling Safe in Schools” presentation led by our youth. To finish, they were treated to chocolate Easter eggs kindly donated by the lovely Northgate students

Our children are enjoying a well-deserved lunch break during our Easter half-term activities sharing food, laughter, and beautiful moments together 🐣💛 #EasterHalfTerm #Community #HappyKids

Modern slavery and abuse continue to rise, often hidden behind silence. Many victims do not feel safe enough to come forward due to fear, stigma, and lack of trust in support systems. #EndModernSlavery #SupportSurvivors

For Easter Half-Term Activities the children enjoyed a day out in the park followed by games, football, egg spoon race, Easter egg hunt, chocolate and more ! 🐣🥚

Have you been experiencing loneliness? In a world that’s more connected than ever through social media and constant communication, many people still experience deep loneliness. At Phoebe, we want to remind you that you are not alone.

According to a Trussell Trust report (September 2025), 14.1 million people in the UK were facing food insecurity, with 6.5 million turning to charitable food providers. This is the reality for many families, and through our weekly food banks we are committed to supporting as many people as we can.

Easter Half-term Activities have officially started!! 🎉 The kids enjoyed a lovely trip to Dunwich and spent some quality time near the beach 🏖

Easter Half-term Activities have officially started!! 🎉 The kids enjoyed a lovely trip to Dunwich and spent some quality time near the beach 🏖

We were so delighted to receive a generous donation of chocolate Easter eggs from the amazing students at Northgate Sixth Form 🐣🍫 We are incredibly grateful and can’t wait to share this joy with the children A huge thank you to all the students at Northgate Sixth Form for your kindness!

Migration should never come with the cost of safety. Too many people experience violence before, during, and after their journey, and as a community we must continue to advocate for and protect vulnerable individuals. #EndViolence #MigrantRights #SpeakUp #ProtectCommunities

Our ESOL classes are more than just learning English, they’re about building confidence, connection, and community. We’re proud to support individuals in developing their language skills, and feeling more empowered in everyday life! #esol #learninglanguages #empoweredwomen

Race and gender can shape why leaving abuse isn’t always simple. From gender roles and financial barriers to cultural expectations and systemic challenges, many women face layered pressures. Understanding this helps us create more inclusive, accessible support systems. #support #endvawg

Research (Lopes, 2020) shows that women from BME communities may be more likely to stay in abusive relationships, this is often due to complex cultural and social pressures. Culture is something to be valued and celebrated, but not when it causes harm.

There is a real need for more Black blood donors. Because of rare blood types, your donation could directly support patients living with Sickle Cell Disease. Give blood. Save lives. #givebloodsavelives #nhsbloodtransplant

The VAWG sector cannot be effective without addressing the unique challenges faced by BME women. Culturally specific services are essential and need to be supported. #WomensSupport #EquityInServices

Understanding what abuse and violence really look like is a powerful step toward breaking the cycle. When we recognise harmful behaviours, we stop normalising toxic environments and start protecting ourselves and others. #Awareness #EndAbuse #SpeakUp

No one should have to face food insecurity alone. Our Food Bank is here to support individuals and families in our community with essential items and a warm, welcoming environment. If you or someone you know needs support, please don’t hesitate to reach out. #foodbank #fareshareuk

Zumba Zumba Zumba! 💃🏾✨ At P.H.O.E.B.E, we love coming together for our weekly Zumba class! It’s all about moving, having fun, and supporting each other every step of the way. Whether you’re a beginner or just want to try something new, we’d love to have you join us! Tuesdays : 9am–10am