Project Details :
The project is aimed at women in perimenopausal state, women who have attained menopause and those struggling to cope with the symptoms. Project was developed based on the interest of women who participated in our previous project (Urinary Incontinence and Lifestyle changes.)
Participants are expected to attend monthly workshop which will provide an open place for people to meet talk about their experience and concerns, get advice and information from professionals.
Basically, the workshop focuses on providing information on peri-menopause and menopause symptoms, their impact of general health and wellbeing and coping strategies.
Perimenopause
Menopause
Coping Strategies
What We Did :
At a Glance....
Menopause and perimenopause symptoms can have a big impact on your life, including relationships and work.
- Group Workshop and Presentation (Q& A)
- Sharing of Lived Experiences
- Lifestyle advices and Coping Strategies
- Signposting to Relevant Services
Final Results :
The empowered women with the knowledge they need about coping strategies, provided support and signposted those who need further advice to the appropriate service. The project is unique as it offered individuals the necessary information on menopause and its associated complications in relation to women’s health and wellbeing.
Other benefits from the project includes bringing people together for friendship and connecting them to resources within their community for optimal health and wellbeing and creating a community of support that encourages healthy lifestyle choices and long-term wellness through cross-sector partnership.