Swaggapcn

25/08/2026

A Reminder for Tomorrow! 💙

Tomorrow, SWAGGA and Marie Curie will be opening their doors for a FREE Community Wellbeing Day, bringing together local services, support organisations and residents for a day focused on health, wellbeing and community connection.

We're particularly proud to be supporting Marie Curie Liverpool in raising awareness of the incredible services they provide for people with a progressive or life-limiting illness and those closest to them. From social activities and wellbeing groups to carers' support, complementary therapies, exercise sessions and specialist advice, Marie Curie offers so much more than many people realise.

If you've ever wanted to learn more about the support available in your local community, this is a great opportunity to meet the team, ask questions and connect with a range of services in a welcoming environment.

📅 Tomorrow | 10:00am - 2:00pm
📍 Marie Curie, Speke Road, Liverpool, L25 8QA

✅ Free entry
✅ Free refreshments
✅ Wellbeing support & advice
✅ Family-friendly activities
✅ Everyone welcome

Together, we're helping build stronger, healthier communities through awareness, support and connection.
Marie Curie UK
Gina Currie Barnett

💚 FREE Community Wellbeing Day | Everybody Welcome! 💚

📅 Wednesday 26th August | 10:00am - 2:00pm
📍 Marie Curie, Speke Road, Liverpool, L25 8QA

Join SWAGGA and Marie Curie for a FREE day of fun, laughter, music and wellbeing support as we come together to celebrate our community under the theme:

✨ Stronger Together - Better Together ✨

This event is open to everyone, so whether you're looking for support, information, activities for the family, or simply a great day out, we'd love to see you there.

We are incredibly proud to be partnering with Marie Curie Liverpool, whose dedicated team provides vital support to people with a progressive or life-limiting illness and those closest to them. Their work goes far beyond clinical care, helping people live well and stay connected through a range of services including:

💜 Social and therapeutic activities, from crafting groups to life stories sessions
💜Gentle exercise classes including yoga, tai chi and movement sessions
💜 Breathlessness workshops to improve confidence and wellbeing
💜 Carers' clinics offering advice, guidance and signposting
💜 Complementary therapies including acupuncture, aromatherapy and hand and foot massage & much more!!

On the day, you'll also be able to access a wide range of FREE wellbeing support and community services, including:

✅ Mental Health Support
✅ Counselling Support
✅ Learning Disability & Neurodiversity Support
✅ Health Checks
✅ Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy Support
✅ Diet & Lifestyle Advice
✅ Housing Support
✅ Employment & Training Support
✅ Energy & Benefits Advice
✅ Drug & Alcohol Support Services

Plus enjoy:

🎨 Face Painting
🎭 Arts & Crafts
🎵 Music & Entertainment
☕ Free Refreshments
🎟️ Raffle & Tombola

📢 Free entry. Free refreshments. Free wellbeing support. Everybody welcome.

Come along, meet local organisations, discover the support available in your community, and enjoy a fantastic day with family, friends and neighbours.

Marie Curie UK

19/08/2026

💚 FREE Community Wellbeing Day | Everybody Welcome! 💚

📅 Wednesday 26th August | 10:00am - 2:00pm
📍 Marie Curie, Speke Road, Liverpool, L25 8QA

Join SWAGGA and Marie Curie for a FREE day of fun, laughter, music and wellbeing support as we come together to celebrate our community under the theme:

✨ Stronger Together - Better Together ✨

This event is open to everyone, so whether you're looking for support, information, activities for the family, or simply a great day out, we'd love to see you there.

We are incredibly proud to be partnering with Marie Curie Liverpool, whose dedicated team provides vital support to people with a progressive or life-limiting illness and those closest to them. Their work goes far beyond clinical care, helping people live well and stay connected through a range of services including:

💜 Social and therapeutic activities, from crafting groups to life stories sessions
💜Gentle exercise classes including yoga, tai chi and movement sessions
💜 Breathlessness workshops to improve confidence and wellbeing
💜 Carers' clinics offering advice, guidance and signposting
💜 Complementary therapies including acupuncture, aromatherapy and hand and foot massage & much more!!

On the day, you'll also be able to access a wide range of FREE wellbeing support and community services, including:

✅ Mental Health Support
✅ Counselling Support
✅ Learning Disability & Neurodiversity Support
✅ Health Checks
✅ Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy Support
✅ Diet & Lifestyle Advice
✅ Housing Support
✅ Employment & Training Support
✅ Energy & Benefits Advice
✅ Drug & Alcohol Support Services

Plus enjoy:

🎨 Face Painting
🎭 Arts & Crafts
🎵 Music & Entertainment
☕ Free Refreshments
🎟️ Raffle & Tombola

📢 Free entry. Free refreshments. Free wellbeing support. Everybody welcome.

Come along, meet local organisations, discover the support available in your community, and enjoy a fantastic day with family, friends and neighbours.

Marie Curie UK

10/08/2026

ACE is having their very own Country and Western night on Friday 4th September. Tickets are on sale from Ashleigh or from The ACE Place! Get your hats and boots on its going to be great!

Yeehaw!!

05/08/2026

🚍 Join SWAGGA at the Cervical Screening Bus! 💜

Come and see us on Thursday 6th August at Morrisons Speke between 10:30am and 4:00pm.

✅ No appointment needed
✅ Quick and convenient
✅ Friendly support and information available

If you're due your cervical screening, why not pop down and get it done while you're there?

📍 Morrisons Speke
⏰ 10:30am to 4:00pm

Just pop down, we're here to help! 💜

22/07/2026

Today, SWAGGA’s Neighbourhood Health Hub was absolutely buzzing!

More than 700 visits were recorded as local residents joined us for a fantastic day of health, wellbeing and community connection.
Our community partners brought their support outdoors into the sunshine, creating a bright, welcoming atmosphere for everyone. Families enjoyed entertainment from our magician and face painter, while talented young local guitarist Matt Bowers provided brilliant live music throughout the event.

Alongside the fun, a tremendous amount of meaningful support was delivered including an abundance of health checks, practical advice and opportunities for residents to connect with local services.
The day also enabled valuable strategic discussions between SWAGGA’s Directors and our partners about the continued development of the Neighbourhood Health Hub model. New relationships were formed, ideas were shared and exciting plans progressed including the possibility of creating a community garden!

A significant milestone for SWAGGA PCN was also marked today as we received the NHS Prevention Pledge plaque from Matthew Philpott, Executive Director of the Health Equities Group (HEG), recognising its commitment to prevention-focused healthcare over the past 18 months. As the first Primary Care Network to receive the award and one of only three original primary care pilot sites, SWAGGA continues to lead the way in embedding prevention at the heart of primary care. The recognition reflects SWAGGA’s belief that prevention is better than cure and its dedication to helping people live healthier lives.

Most importantly, the SWAGGA mantra was embraced:
Nobody said “no”—the conversation was always, “How can we make this happen?”
At SWAGGA we don't look for reasons why something can't be done. We look for solutions that make it possible!
It is safe to say that even more people have been “SWAGGA-rised” today!

This is neighbourhood health in action: bringing healthcare, community support and local people together in a welcoming environment—reducing barriers, improving access and building a healthier, better-connected community.

A huge thank you to every partner, volunteer, performer and member of the SWAGGA team who helped make today so special—and to every resident who came along and brought the Hub to life.
Gina Currie Barnett
Katie Hibbert
Liverpool City Region Combined Authority
Mencap Liverpool & Sefton
Liv Life Liverpool
The Life Rooms Mersey Care
Friends of STEC

07/07/2026

🌟 FREE Community Event – Everyone Welcome! 🌟

Looking for a fun, friendly and informative day out? Join us at the SWAGGA PCN Neighbourhood Health Hub on Wednesday 22nd July, 10:00am – 2:00pm at:
📍 South Liverpool Treatment Centre,
32 Church Road, Garston, L19 2LW

🎉 Completely FREE to attend! 🎉

Come along and enjoy a day filled with fun, laughter, music and wellbeing support, including:

✅ Arts & crafts
✅ Face painting
✅ Mingle bingo
✅ Smoothie bikes
✅ Raffle
✅ Free refreshments
✅ Health checks
✅ Mental health & neurodiversity support
✅ Diet & lifestyle advice
✅ Housing, employment & benefits support
& much more

✨ And here's a little teaser... ✨

We've heard whispers that a magician may be dropping by to amaze us, and there could even be a dance troupe bringing some extra energy and entertainment to the day! 🎩✨💃

Whether you're looking for support, want to meet new people, or simply fancy a great day out in the community, there's something for everyone.

📅 Wednesday 22nd July
🕙 10:00am – 2:00pm
📍 South Liverpool Treatment Centre, Garston, L19 2LW

💚 FREE ENTRY • FREE ACTIVITIES • FREE REFRESHMENTS

Please like, share and tag someone who would love to come along!
Gina Currie Barnett
Katie Hibbert

💚

03/07/2026

At SWAGGA PCN, we never stand still.

We are committed to continuous progress, evolving, listening, and building partnerships that ensure our Neighbourhood Health Hub delivers what matters most to our patients.

Our directors, Dr Coleen McCabe and Gina Barnett, are relentless in their efforts to collaborate across the system. In a recent meeting, they were joined by Professor Matt Ashton (Director of Public Health), Chris McBrien (Associate Director of Public Health), and Cllr Richard Kemp to discuss the future direction of neighbourhood health.

The conversation was incredibly positive, with strong public health and councillor support for SWAGGA’s vision. There was a shared commitment to help escalate key issues at both council and ICB level, ensuring the voices of our communities are heard.

A few key themes stood out:
Neighbourhood health needs sustainable funding – without an adequate financial framework, long-term impact is limited.

Clarity is essential – the term “neighbourhoods” is being interpreted differently across sectors, and alignment is critical for effective delivery.

Partnership is everything – meaningful change only happens when organisations work together with a shared purpose.

But perhaps most importantly…
Primary Care cannot afford to be passive.

At SWAGGA, we believe Primary Care must be at the forefront of designing and developing the system, not reacting to it. PCNs across the country should not wait to be told what the model looks like, we should be showing the system what is possible.

We aim to demonstrate:
The impact neighbourhood models can have for residents and patients — the people who matter most

The cost efficiencies and savings that can be achieved through integrated, proactive care

The real, scalable solutions that come from working together locally

This is about leadership, innovation, and putting communities first.

SWAGGA is taking the lead — shaping a model that truly works for neighbourhoods
Gina Currie Barnett
Dr Coleen McCabe

04/06/2026

🌟 WOW – What an Incredible Opening Day for SWAGGA’s Neighbourhood Health Hub! 🌟

Monday 1st June marked the official launch of the SWAGGA Neighbourhood Health Hub… and what a day it was! 🙌

We were absolutely blown away by the level of engagement from both local service providers wanting to collaborate and patients eager to access support… and the final footfall says it all:
🔥 Our closing count on day one was close to 550! 🔥

An amazing start and a clear sign of just how needed this service is in our community 💙

💥 Real Impact – In Just ONE Day
Here are just two powerful examples of how the Hub is already changing lives:

🧠 Case Study 1 – Joined-Up Support in Action
A gentleman attended the Hub feeling extremely anxious and struggling with his mental health due to ongoing bullying from neighbours. He felt unheard despite previous reports.
✅ The Housing Support Officer he had previously contacted was at the Hub – leading to an appointment booked for the same day at his home
✅ Offered a Mental Health Nurse appointment
✅ Booked in for Noah’s Ark Men’s Hub the following day
✅ Signposted to a men’s support group at Long Lane Church that same evening
Due to a severe stammer, communication had been a barrier for him – but the Hub removed that barrier by connecting him directly with the right people.
➡️ He is now also booked in with a Social Prescriber later this week to focus on diet and exercise once his housing situation is resolved.

💼 Case Study 2 – Immediate Access to Life-Changing Support
Another patient walked in and accessed multiple services on the spot – and was over the moon! 🎉
Support needed:
• Financial support
• Food bank voucher
• Employment support
✅ CAB advice referral + signposted to local drop-in service (previously unaware of it despite living locally)
✅ Same-day 11am appointment with REACH for employment support
✅ Food bank voucher issued immediately by SWAGGA Social Prescriber
✅ Follow-up arranged to ensure ongoing support
💬 A clear demonstration of how vital, proactive, and responsive the Hub already is.

🤝 Collaboration is Key
We were also pleased to welcome local councillors and secondary care managers, continuing important conversations about building stronger, more connected services for our community.

🚀 What’s Next?
With such a successful launch, we’re now moving into the next phase:
👉 Developing a full timetable of support with local service providers
We already have themed days taking shape (see flyer), including:
✅ Health & lifestyle support
✅ Family help & wellbeing
✅ Learning disabilities, neurodiversity & carers
✅ Ageing well & tackling loneliness

💡 But we NEED YOU!
We are looking for partners to help enhance these offer days.

💬 Get Involved!
If you are a service provider wanting to collaborate, or someone who would benefit from support or has ideas to share, please comment below or get in touch

📍 The Hub is open Monday–Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm
🚶‍♂️ No appointment needed – just drop in!

Together, we are building something truly special 💙

A one-stop hub for health, wellbeing, and neighbourhood support.
Gina Currie Barnett

01/06/2026

🎉 We’re open – right now! 🎉

SWAGGA’s Neighbourhood Health Hub is officially open and we’re already starting to feel a real buzz building! 💙

People are coming through the doors, connections are being made, and it’s amazing to see the vision come to life in real time.

If you’re thinking about popping down — do it!
👉 Come for a chat
👉 Find support
👉 Meet local services
👉 Or just grab a brew ☕

We want this space to be for everyone, and the more people who come through the doors, the stronger it becomes 🙌

📍 We’re open — come and be part of it!

13/05/2026

🎉 GRAND OPENING – SWAGGA PCN Neighbourhood Health Hub at South Liverpool Treatment Centre!🎉

We are delighted to invite EVERYONE to the official grand opening of the SWAGGA PCN Neighbourhood Health Hub based at South Liverpool Treatment Centre on:

📅 Monday 1st June
⏰ 9:00am

This exciting new space has been created to support the health, wellbeing and connection of our local neighbourhoods – and it’s just the beginning!

SWAGGA PCN is passionate about ensuring that the Hub truly reflects the needs and voices of the people it serves. That’s why we’ve been working closely with local leaders, including MP Maria Eagle, Cllr Sam Gorst, and Liverpool Health & Wellbeing Board member and Cllr for Penny Lane Ward, Cllr Richard Kemp CBE, to help shape its vision.

But most importantly… this is your Hub. 💙

We want to hear directly from you—our patients and residents. In the coming weeks, we’ll be hosting consultation days with our directors, giving you the opportunity to share your ideas, experiences, and priorities for what services and support you want to see most.

👉 If you can’t make a consultation day, don’t worry—just pop into the Hub and speak with a member of the team, who will ensure your ideas are shared. You’ll likely even catch one of our dedicated directors in the Hub and can speak with them directly.

👉 Come along to the grand opening to:

Find out what the Hub offers
Speak with our friendly teams
Access support and advice
Enjoy free light refreshments

This is a fantastic opportunity to connect, get involved, and help shape a healthier future for our community.

📍 Join us on Monday 1st June at 9:00am—we can’t wait to welcome you!

🙏 Please share this post — you never know who might need to see it and come along for support.
Gina Currie Barnett
Maria Eagle
Councillors Sam Gorst & Lucy Williams
Richard Kemp CBE