Wellbeing? In the bag!

Two-thirds of people may experience a mental health problem in their lifetime. Wellbeing Bags can help. They’re portable collections of items, books and activities for individuals or groups to try out at home or out and about in the community.

We have two Wellbeing Bags at the library for you to borrow for up to three weeks. One bag is for anybody to use whilst the other is tailored specially for teens and young adults. Both bags provide a variety of self-help activities that you can use as an aid to your health and wellbeing.

You’ll find them near the Community Information notice board in the library, or simply ask for them at the desk. We’ll be pleased to help. If the bag you want isn’t available, we’ll reserve it for you free of charge.

READ YOURSELF BETTER

Reading Well can help you understand and manage your health and wellbeing using well-chosen books. 

The collection has been put together by health experts and people living with particular conditions. The books are grouped into five Reading Well book lists for adults, young people and children. Many of the titles are available as free digital downloads using your North Yorkshire Libraries card.

If you’re not yet a library member just pop into the library and we’ll sort you out with a card in a couple of minutes. Or you can join online here.