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Paths
to Health Grant
(In
a workplace setting)
Paths
to Health was established in 2001 to contribute to health
improvement in Scotland through the promotion of walking for
health and now forms a key delivery mechanism for
Scotland’s Physical Activity Strategy
- Let’s Make Scotland More Active.
Paths
to Health receives support from the Scottish Executive
Health Department, Big Lottery Fund, British Heart Foundation,
NHS Health Scotland, Centre for Healthy Working Lives
and Scottish Natural Heritage.
What
is the funding for?
The
aim of Paths to Health is to increase the health and well-being
of inactive people by promoting regular walking within local
communities.
The
workplace provides opportunities
to encourage and support individuals to walk to work and also
use lunch and other breaks to incorporate activity into their
day.
How
much money is available? Up
to £2,000.
Who
can apply?
Any
workplace, but priority shall be given to those with less
than 250 employees
When
to apply
No Deadline
How
to apply
In
the first instance contact the Paths to Health Development
Officer, Sheena Corcoran, who can advise you further.
Telephone 01463 725156 or e-mail Paths
to Health.
Further
details of this scheme can be obtained via the website here.
There
are also funds to allocate to Community based groups - current
deadline is 31 August, see the website for more details.
Key
words: walking,
youth, elderly, individuals, health, enviroment.
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