Football for Wellbeing Hub - NHS
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Friday, February 21, 2025
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6:00 PM
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FREE
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This game is organised by an independent organiser, they hire the pitch directly with the venue and manage the game at the pitch. Any problems, questions please send a direct message to the game organiser via the platform.
Description
To access our free games and service
please make a self-referral or if you are under the care ask your professional worker to refer you using the link left in comment box
West London NHS Trust peer support team formed a partnership with Everyone Active and the Footy Addicts Company to provide a “Football for Wellbeing Hub” open to all in West London including the community, service users and West London NHS Trust workers. We work together to create wellbeing spaces in the community and improve physical and mental health in a fun and inclusive environment.*
Please note!
It will be a therapeutic football session included players who are experiencing mental health difficulties and not a competitive football session if you would like to consider!*
Game details. Read carefully 👇
Duration:
- One hour football session, brief intros, team selections and we’ll kick off at 6pm
- Half an hour optional stay to socialise or discuss your mental health concern with our mental health professional in a private space
Meeting Point: Meet next to the pitch. If unsure, ask at reception which pitch the NHS football for wellbeing game is on.
Time: Please arrive 10 minutes before the kick-off. Latecomers might risk losing their spot.
Game On: 22 players, the game will be on. The organiser will cancel the session if not enough in.
Attitude: We promote a friendly atmosphere – no shouting or aggressive behaviour. Respect venue staff and follow their instructions
Attendance: If you can't make it, ensure you remove your name from the list ASAP.
By booking yourself you are agreeing with our code of conduct explained below:
- Player are encouraged and responsible for playing safe and behaving professionally during the game.
- In case of incidents the facilitators (West London NHS Trust, Everyone Active and Footy Addicts company) are not liable.
- Respect other attendees and best behaviour during the game.
- Adherence to rich football culture and fair-play and remember we are playing to improve our health and wellbeing.
- Football game rules: all 11 aside rules apply, no off side.
- Suitable cloths and football shoes.
Disrespectful behaviour and aggressive play will lead to:
1. Caution
2. Yellow card
3. Red card, meaning the player has to leave the pitch and facility immediately
4. Limited ban (a week to one month)
5. Permanent ban to attend
And also, we will respect Footy Addicts Code of Conduct ✅ (read here)
Prioritise fair play and respect for all participants.
Kit instructions 👕
We will provide you with 2 colours bibs. Teams are selected on the pitch.
Venue information📍
Address:
Randolph Avenue, London, W9 1PD
Carpark
From Carlton Vale: Paddington Recreation Ground Car Park
Entrance Guide?
Surface: All-weather 3G top quality artificial grass caged with barriers
Footwear: Astro-turfs or moulds recommended, no metal studs or blades
Facilities: Toilets available
Transport: Nearest underground, Maida Vale Station, Elgin Ave