Women's Health
We know that women's health is so important, and in Doncaster we are working hard to make sure that women have all the support that they may need to stay well and look after their health!
Central Women's Health Clinic: Friday 8 March 2024 10am – 3pm at Rutland House, Rutland Street, Doncaster DN1 2BF. Walk-in, no appointment needed.
Rossington Cervical Screening Drop In: Friday 22 March 2024, 9am – 3pm at The Rossington Practice, Grange Lane, DN11 0LP
Groups for women:
There are many groups across Doncaster that can support with your health and wellbeing, as well as some great social clubs! From football teams and women's heritage groups, to menopause support and family advice hubs- there is so much available.
For women and girls
If you are over 18 years old and caring for a loved one, friend or neighbour, then the Asian Women's social group is for you.
Support group for woman going through Menopause, in particular looking at the health and fitness and supporting them through different classes and exercises.
Healthy Her
Healthy her is an empowerment health and wellbeing organisation that seeks to provide support to unrepresented communities connecting them with opportunities or creating pathways where they don’t currently exist.
My Network for women
Female Networking Event for women to share skills knowledge, experience and contacts, to collaborate and grow collectively. Friendly and informative, inclusive group for women from all backgrounds entrepreneurial or self employed.
Sojourn Doncaster provides free community support to those affected by and/or experiencing the menopause transition through a variety of different services. Menopause Empowerment Programmes (ME Programme) - A deeper look at all things menopausal delivered within your own community over 5/10 weeks.
Herstory
Herstory is a group for women in Denaby Main that you can join each week to explore the lives of women in the past through hands-on activities and conversation. A great opportunity to meet new people, learn something new and have a good natter.
Girls Rugby teams for all girls aged 9 and above. All abilities are welcome and no experience is necessary. U18's - Years 11 to 13 and college students train every Wednesday from 6:30pm. U11's, U13's and U15's - Years 5 to 10 train every Friday from 6:30pm
Jackdaw Wood is a outdoor holistic theapy center, set in the woods of Doncaster, they hold a monthly women's group.
Cantley Community Centre
Cantley Community Centre have lots of groups and activities that all can get involved in, as well as some classes specifically for women, including their 'Ladies Ballet' class.
Team MAC Fight for Good
Non contact boxing and fitness sessions for women in Doncaster.
Groups for all
Get Doncaster Moving
Get Doncaster Moving supports Doncaster's communities to be physically active, healthy and vibrant. You can find lots of information about sports and walking groups and clubs through their website.
Well Doncaster
The Well Doncaster website has a wealth of information on health support groups that are available in your community, such as chronic pain and long covid support groups, as well as requesting a face to face catch up with a health coach near you. You can also utilise their virtual health coach for advice on moving more, managing money, and connecting with others.
Family, Maternity and Perinatal Support
For a full list of all the support available for yourself and your family, you can visit our children and young people's hub, or use our 'family' tag on the community directory. You can also find a selection of some of the support available below:
The Your Place team provide support and information that is unique to families and residents when everyday issues become difficult. There are 4 Your Place Hubs across Doncaster - call, email or drop in, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday:
Central Hub | Civic Office, Waterdale, Doncaster, DN1 3BU | 01302 736409 | LocalSolutionCentral@doncaster.gov.uk
East Hub | Armthorpe Community Library, Church Street, Armthorpe, DN3 3AL | 01302 736336 | LocalSolutionEast@doncaster.gov.uk
North Hub | Woodlands Library, Windmill Balk Lane, DN6 7SB | 01302 736787 | LocalSolutionNorth@doncaster.gov.uk
South Hub | Tom Hill Youth Hub, Wadworth Street, Denaby Main, DN12 4AQ | 01302 736644 | LocalSolutionSouth@doncaster.gov.uk
Doncaster Family Hubs are the 'place to go' for families. They work with other providers to offer a range of activities, services and information for you and your family. Families are welcome with children of all ages from conception, through childhood to adolescence and even older if your child has a special need.
Think of any service you may need from day care and early learning to schools and education; from midwives to health visitors and mental health; from advice on parenting to family support and adult learning to employment opportunities. You can find your nearest family hub through the City of Doncaster Council website.
Glowing Mummas
Glowing Mummas provide pre and postnatal support for parents. The classes include antenatal classes that include newborn baby care & baby feeding. Hypnobirthing classes and pregnancy Yoga. Postnatally they provide fun, interactive and age-appropriate baby classes including Baby Massage, baby sensory, Baby Yoga. Glowing Mummas also provide postnatal support - including Beyond Birth groups for parents.
Dearne Valley Fit Mums and Friends
Women's Health Strategy
In 2022, the government produced its first Strategy for Women's health in England. While women in the UK on average live longer than men, women spend a significantly greater proportion of their lives in ill health and disability when compared with men. The ambition is that within the next 10 years, the Women's Health Strategy for England will support boosted health outcomes for all women and girls and improved the way in which the health and care system engages and listens to all women and girls
In Doncaster, we are also looking to what more we can do locally to support women's health and wellbeing by working on producing our own localised women's health strategy.
Safety
Domestic Abuse Hub Violence against women and girls DA Survivor Support Group Netreach- Changing Lives