Free Healthy Conversations training for Nottingham workers and volunteers. Build confidence, listening and signposting skills.

Trainer

Eldeen Thorne

Eldeen.Thorne@thrivingnottingham.org.uk

07561 105819

Date & Time

Monday 24 August 2026

10:00am – 12:00pm

(Please arrive from 9:50am)

Venue

Indian Community Centre Association (ICCA)

Hucknall Road

Nottingham

NG5 1QZ

Getting Here

Free on-site parking available

Bus stop directly outside the venue

Served by the Brown Line buses: 15, 16 and 17

Arrival Information

Please report to Reception on arrival. Staff will direct you to the training room (Nano Room), located upstairs.

Certificate

A certificate of attendance will be provided upon completion of the training.

Let's Talk Health is a free, interactive training session designed to give you the confidence and skills to recognise opportunities for healthy conversations and support people towards making positive changes.

You don't need to be a healthcare professional. This training is aimed at anyone working or volunteering in the community who has regular contact with Nottingham residents.

During the session, you'll learn how to:

✅ Recognise when someone is ready for change ("change talk")

✅ Start healthy lifestyle conversations naturally and confidently

✅ Use active listening and effective questioning skills

✅ Understand what motivates people to change

✅ Explore common barriers that can prevent change

✅ Avoid common mistakes that can reduce motivation

✅ Signpost people to appropriate local support services

✅ Help people identify their own solutions and next steps

The training is practical, engaging, and includes opportunities to practise your skills in a supportive environment.

What You'll Take Away

Who Are Thriving Nottingham?

Learn who we are, the services we provide, and how we work alongside a wide range of local organisations to help you confidently connect people with the right support.

Unlock Motivation

Understand what drives behaviour change and how to recognise when someone is ready to take action.

Overcome Barriers

Explore common obstacles to change and learn how to help people find practical solutions.

Listen with Purpose

Develop active listening skills that build trust and encourage meaningful conversations.

Avoid Common Pitfalls

Recognise communication habits that can unintentionally reduce motivation and learn more effective approaches.

Conversations That Create Change

Take away practical techniques you can use immediately to support healthier conversations.

Signposting to Local Health & Wellbeing Services

Build your knowledge of local services so you can confidently connect people with the support that's right for them.

Guest Speaker

Hear from a local organisation about the valuable work they do and the support they provide to Nottingham residents.

Who Should Attend?

Anyone working or volunteering in Nottingham who has regular conversations with residents, including:

Community organisations

Charities

Housing providers

Faith groups

Libraries

Community centres

Local authority services

Frontline staff and volunteers

Cost

FREE

(Tea/coffee included)

Together, we can help more Nottingham residents access the support they need to live healthier, happier lives.

Any Questions?

Email: letstalkhealth@thrivingnottingham.org.uk

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