The Rainbow Foundation

10/10/2026

World Mental Health Day - mental health support isn't only needed in a crisis.

Today, we're highlighting the importance of community-based support and the difference it can make to people's wellbeing.

Through the Rainbow Foundation's award-winning Social Prescribing and Community Wellbeing Service, hundreds of people have accessed one-to-one support, achieving measurable improvements in their mental wellbeing.

By connecting people with therapeutic support, community activities, practical help and local opportunities, we're helping people build confidence, reduce isolation and improve wellbeing.

This World Mental Health Day, we're proud of the difference community-based support is making across Wrexham.

If you're aged 25 or over and feel you could benefit from some additional support with your wellbeing, we're here to help. You can self-refer by emailing our team at [email protected].

Find out more at: https://rainbowfndn.org.uk/services/social-prescribing/

09/10/2026

Morning exercises are an important part of our daily routine in the Day Opportunities service — and for good reason!

As we age, staying active helps us maintain:
✅ Strength and mobility
✅ Balance and coordination
✅ Flexibility and independence
✅ Mental wellbeing and confidence

These gentle sessions set a positive tone for the day, helping everyone feel energised, connected, and ready to take on whatever comes next. Whether it’s stretching or seated movement, every bit of movement makes a difference.

Our Day Opportunities service runs 5 days a week from Monday to Friday in Penley and on a Monday, Wednesday and Friday in Marchwiel.

We’re open to both private clients and those with care plans through Wrexham or Shropshire Council. Fancy giving it a try? You can book a taster day by calling Eden on 01948 830730 or drop us an email at [email protected].

08/10/2026

Want to move better, feel stronger and stay independent?

Our next Active Futures programme starts this November, and places are now open.

Active Futures is designed to help you build your strength, improve your balance and feel more confident doing the everyday things that matter to you.

It could be for you if you:

💗 Have lost strength
💚 Live with chronic pain or arthritis
💙 Find yourself moving more slowly
💚 Are at risk of falls or fractures
💗 Simply want to live a fuller, more active life

You don’t need to be fit to get started. Active Futures is about starting from where you are and helping you work towards where you want to be while staying independent.

Together we can make sure you can do more of the things that matter most.

Over 12 weeks, you’ll take part in 24 physio-led sessions, with pre and post assessments, a course guide and support along the way. Refreshments, a water bottle and transport if needed are also included. The full 12-week programme costs £72, just £6 a week.

📍 Choose from 5 local venues across Wrexham, Flintshire and Denbighshire: Mynydd Isa, Ruthin, Broughton, Gwersyllt and Caia Park.

📅 Places are now open for our November cohort. If you think Active Futures could help you, get in touch with our team and take that first step.

📞 01948 830730
📧 [email protected]
🌐 Visit the Rainbow Foundation website at https://rainbowfndn.org.uk/rainbow-groups/active-futures-foundation/

Know somebody who could benefit? A share or tag could be the little nudge that gets them started for a more active future. 💗

06/10/2026

We're delighted that we have been chosen as one of the charities supported by the Hanmer Autumn Fayre!

A huge thank you to the organisers for selecting us and giving us the opportunity to raise awareness of our work within the community.

With so many fantastic stallholders already announced, it's sure to be a brilliant event.

We can't wait to see you all there!

As the autumnal weather makes us all reach for our cosy jumpers it’s the perfect time to plan your trip to the Hanmer Autumn Fayre

We’re busy making plans and look forward to seeing you there:
🍁St Chad's Church, Hanmer, SY13 3DG
🍁Thursday 12th November
🍁12-7pm
🍁Please bring cash!

Support small businesses and local charities, also get a head start with your Christmas shopping and enjoy some homemade tea and cake.

05/10/2026

HAVE YOUR SAY BEFORE IT’S TOO LATE – CONSULTATION CLOSES THIS WEDNESDAY 7 OCTOBER

There are now just two days left to have your say on the future of Penley Hospital.

Imagine someone you love being medically fit to leave hospital, but having nowhere suitable to recover.

Days can turn into weeks. Weeks into months.

The Rainbow Foundation believes Penley Hospital could be part of the solution through the Rainbow Pathway, providing community-focused support to help people recover following illness, regain independence, support carers through respite care, and provide compassionate end-of-life care closer to home.

This isn't just about the future of a building. It's about the future of care for local people.

PLEASE HAVE YOUR SAY BEFORE WEDNESDAY 7 OCTOBER

When completing the consultation please consider supporting Rainbow Pathway by:
• Selecting “None of these options”
• Writing “Rainbow Foundation Pathway” in the alternative suggestion box.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: If you responded to the previous consultation, you need to respond again. Your previous submission will not carry over to this new consultation.

Complete the Health Board consultation at: https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/get-involved/shaping-the-future-of-penley-hospital/

Find out more about the Rainbow Pathway at: https://rainbowfndn.org.uk/penley-hospital/

Please share this post. There is still time for local voices to be heard.

Because one day it might not be somebody else's family needing this support. It could be ours.

01/10/2026

It's International Day of Older Persons! Some call it retirement. At Rainbow, we call it your renaissance.

A new chapter. A chance to put you first. Your health. Your wellbeing. Your friendships. Your connections. And, most importantly, the things that bring you joy.

Across the Rainbow Foundation, we’re helping people to stay active, independent, connected and doing the things that matter to them. And that looks different for everyone:

💃 Dancing, laughing and making friends at Day Opportunities
💪 Building strength and confidence through Active Futures
💜 Connecting people with support and opportunities through Social Prescribing
🍽️ Enjoying nutritious, affordable food through Rainbow Meals
🧠 Supporting people living with frailty, memory problems and dementia

Because getting older shouldn’t mean stepping back from life.

It can mean new friendships, new experiences, finding new confidence or looking after yourself.

So today, on International Day of Older People, we’re celebrating all the wonderful people who show us that later life can be full of laughter, purpose, connection and possibility.

Find out more about how we can support you visit: www.rainbowfndn.org.uk

28/09/2026

Rainbow Singers update

Sadly, our Rainbow Singers session is cancelled this afternoon, but we’ll be back next Monday and would love you to join us!

If you’ve ever thought about coming along, why not make next week your first session?

You don’t need to be a great singer or have any experience. Rainbow Singers is all about enjoying music together, having a laugh, meeting people and doing something that makes you feel good.

Singing together can help to boost your mood, reduce stress, build confidence and support memory, breathing and communication. But most importantly, it’s a chance to feel part of something in a friendly, relaxed and supportive group. 💛

📍 Penley Rainbow Centre
📅 Mondays
⏰ 3pm – 4pm
💷 £6 per session

Why not make next Monday the day you give Rainbow Singers a go? We’d love to welcome you.

Find out more at: https://rainbowfndn.org.uk/rainbow-groups/rainbow-singers/

25/09/2026

Taking steps to age well - our Glyndyfrdwy Active Futures group, along with members across all our classes, are showing that getting older doesn’t have to mean slowing down.

By working on strength, balance, fitness and confidence, our members are taking positive steps to reduce their risk of falls, stay independent and keep doing the things they enjoy.

This Falls Prevention Week, let’s change the conversation from frailty to healthy, active ageing.

Find out more: https://rainbowfndn.org.uk/rainbow-groups/active-futures-foundation/

Contact use on 01948 830730 to join one of our Active Futures classes.

24/09/2026

Don't forget to have your say in the Health Board consultation which closes on 7th October.

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/get-involved/shaping-the-future-of-penley-hospital/

It is hoped it would take some pressure off hospitals

23/09/2026

This week is Falls Prevention Week, which is a reminder that falls are not an inevitable part of ageing.

Many people believe that getting older automatically means becoming weaker or less active, but there is so much we can do to maintain our strength, balance and confidence as we age.

At Rainbow, our Active Futures Foundation programme, led by our Physiotherapist Matthew, combines physiotherapy, strength and balance training, healthy ageing advice, and a coffee and connect at the end of each session, supporting people stay mobile, independent and connected.

By keeping active today, we can help reduce the risk of falls tomorrow, while continuing to do the things we love for longer.

Contact us today on 01948 830730 to join a class in your area.

If you or someone you know would like to improve their strength, balance and confidence, find out more about Active Futures Foundation and Advance classes on our website:
https://rainbowfndn.org.uk/rainbow-groups/active-futures-foundation/