Welcome to Living in Harmony

Empowering your journey to self-managed health.

Take Control of Your Health
Your Journey Towards Wellness Starts Here
 

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  • Tesco Extra.Brunel Way, Slough SL1 1XW, UK
  • SL1 1 XW

We meet at Slough and Langley with appointments only

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Community Connectors

Engage with supportive groups that motivate and inspire self-improvement. How Living in Harmony Aligns with Key SDGs SDG 3 — Good Health and Well Being We promote holistic wellbeing, self management, prevention, and community health awareness. SDG 4 — Quality Education We provide accessible learning spaces where people gain skills, confidence, and health knowledge. SDG 5 — Gender Equality We uplift every voice, especially women and girls, ensuring equal access to wellbeing and empowerment. SDG 10 — Reduced Inequalities We create inclusive, welcoming environments where everyone — regardless of background — can thrive. SDG 11 — Sustainable Cities and Communities We strengthen community connections, resilience, and collective wellbeing. SDG 17 — Partnerships for the Goals We collaborate with local groups, health organisations, and community champions to amplify impact.

My Diabetes Journey

My Journey with Diabetes UK By Dolly Bhaskaran, M.Sc. I began my career as a health professional with the NHS in 1988, and I have always taken immense pride in my work. Over the years, I held various roles, each significant in its own way. My colleagues and I formed a close-knit team, sharing not only our professional responsibilities but also moments of camaraderie over tea and meals. Our work was both enjoyable and serious, and I cherished every moment. In 2002, my life changed dramatically when I suffered a stroke and was hospitalised. While I was in the hospital, doctors diagnosed me with multiple conditions, one of which was diabetes. This diagnosis came as a shock, as I had always been healthy, active, and rarely unwell. My first diabetes check revealed an unusual pattern: my fasting glucose was high, but my post-meal glucose was lower. Although my doctor reassured me not to worry when I asked questions, I still felt concerned. Due to my medical condition and organisational changes, my manager advised me to consider redundancy. After careful thought, I agreed, and I retired shortly thereafter with a good pension. At that time, my diabetes was well controlled. My GP had suggested insulin, but I was hesitant due to my mother’s adverse reaction to it. I continued with oral medication, and, as agreed with my GP, my HbA1c returned to forty-two, eliminating the need for insulin. Diabetes runs strongly in my family—both my parents and five of my siblings are diabetic. After retirement, we relocated, and I began volunteering. 2 years after retirement, I discovered opportunities with Diabetes UK and immediately joined as a volunteer. Through Diabetes UK, I learned to conduct risk assessments and travelled throughout my community to offer this service. I found this work deeply rewarding. I also completed the speaker programme, which enabled me to become a community champion for Diabetes UK. There were times when my diabetes became unstable, and my GP again recommended insulin. During these periods, Diabetes UK was my lifeline. I relied on their helpline and educational leaflets, which provided practical advice that often proved more helpful than clinic visits. By applying what I learned, I was able to regain control of my diabetes. I also faced other health challenges that required hospitalisation and multiple endoscopies. Since no cause was identified, my doctor stopped the Metformin and prescribed a different medication. My pharmacist warned me to monitor my heart, and within a year, I developed a heart condition which came with more complications. My doctors tried with Ozempic which was given me more side effects and I discontinued. Nothing was working and I just felt without any medicine is better and just continued with one tablet of gliclazide. Despite these setbacks, I continued my work as a community champion, organising events and distributing Diabetes UK literature to raise awareness. The community welcomed us warmly, and many expressed that speaking with community champions was more helpful than visiting their GP for diabetes information. These moments of appreciation made us feel proud and validated the importance of our work. Although my diabetes remains unstable, I have not received much specialist support from doctors. In 24 years, I have never seen a diabetes consultant. I manage my condition with the invaluable support of Diabetes UK, and I am deeply grateful for the difference they have made in my life. @ Dolly Bhaskaran, M.Sc. Living in Harmony, Slough (2nd Jan 2026)

Living in Harmony -Our Impact in Slough

🌿 Living in Harmony One Page Impact Summary — Slough Living in Harmony is a community led wellbeing initiative rooted in Slough, dedicated to growing wellbeing together through balance, empowerment, and prevention. We bring people together to strengthen self management, nurture holistic health, and build a more connected, resilient community. 🌱 Our Purpose We support individuals to balance body, mind, and spirit, empowering them to take charge of their health and prevent illness. Through inclusive, compassionate spaces, we help people build confidence, learn practical skills, and feel part of a supportive community. 🌍 Our Impact in Slough • Improved self management: Participants gain skills and confidence to manage their own wellbeing. • Stronger community connections: Our gatherings reduce isolation and build trust, belonging, and shared purpose. • Inclusive engagement: We reach diverse groups across Slough, ensuring everyone feels welcome, valued, and heard. • Empowered prevention: People learn how small, daily actions can prevent illness and improve long term health. • Enhanced emotional wellbeing: Participants report feeling more positive, supported, and connected. 🌟 Who We Are Living in Harmony is recognised as a trusted, compassionate, and empowering presence in Slough. We celebrate diversity, uplift every voice, and create environments where people feel safe to learn, share, and grow. 🌍 Aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals Our work contributes directly to global wellbeing through: • SDG 3 — Good Health and Well Being • SDG 4 — Quality Education • SDG 5 — Gender Equality • SDG 10 — Reduced Inequalities • SDG 11 — Sustainable Cities and Communities • SDG 17 — Partnerships for the Goals 🌈 Our Vision for Slough A community where every person feels empowered, included, and supported to live well — and where wellbeing is grown together through balance, connection, and shared strength.

Self-Management Resources

A collection of guides and materials to help individuals take charge of their own health and wellness. Living in Harmony Living in Harmony is a community led wellbeing initiative rooted in Slough, dedicated to growing wellbeing together through balance, empowerment, and prevention. We bring people together to strengthen self management, nurture holistic health, and build a more connected, resilient community.

Health Empowerment Workshops

Workshops focusing on educating individuals about managing their personal health effectively and understanding health-related information.

Empowering Knowledge Workshops

Comprehensive workshops designed to educate participants about preventive health measures and self-management techniques for holistic well-being. Workshops on Reiki self healing Self Management Obesity Healthy Ageing Loneliness

Lifestyle Assessment Services

Personalized evaluations to identify areas for improvement in daily habits, promoting sustained health and preventive care.

How Healing Supports in Health and Wellbeing

Healing practices—whether emotional, spiritual, physical, or holistic—play a powerful role in strengthening the health of a person. When people feel supported, connected, and empowered to take care for themselves, the entire community benefits. This prevents social isolation and loneliness. Healing Helps a person in many ways : 1. Reduces Stress and Anxiety • Healing practices like Reiki, Reflexology, Meditation, Breathwork, Yoga and gentle touch help calm the nervous system. • Lowering of stress improves sleep, mood, and overall resilience. 2. Encourages Self Awareness and Self Care • People learn to listen to their bodies and emotions. • This leads to healthier choices, early help seeking, and better long term wellbeing. Thus promote self-management and prevent illness. 3. Builds Social Connection • Group healing sessions,and workshops create safe spaces where people feel seen and valued. • This reduces loneliness and isolation—major contributors to poor health and promotes social interaction 4. Supports Emotional Healing • Many individuals carry unspoken burdens and hidden stress. Healing practices offer a non judgmental space to release emotional tension. • This improves confidence, clarity, and emotional balance. 5. Complements Medical Care • Healing does not replace medical treatment, but it can support recovery by improving relaxation, positive mindset, and overall wellbeing. • People feel more in control of their health journey. 6. Strengthens Community Resilience • When individuals feel well, they contribute more positively in their interactions, with people and community groups. • Healing fosters compassion, kindness, patience, and mutual support Reiki Healing Testimony "I came to Reiki at a time when I felt overwhelmed, tired, and emotionally drained. From the very first session, I felt a deep sense of calm that I hadn’t experienced in years. The gentle energy helped me release tension I didn’t even realise I was holding. Over the next few weeks, I noticed I was sleeping better, thinking more clearly, and feeling lighter in myself. Reiki didn’t just help my body relax—it helped my mind settle and my heart open. I felt more connected to myself and more hopeful about the future. It gave me the strength to take better care of my health and to show up more fully for my family and community. I am truly grateful for the healing and balance it brought into my life.-----" A friend @ Dolly Bhaskaran 07/01/26

Self-Care Improves Your Health and Longevity

We all know that getting GP appointments in Slough has been difficult due to the current situation due to the pandemic, which has reduced face-to-face appointments and increased telephone consultations for many surgeries. So, what is the best option to lead a healthy life? While GPs are working extremely hard to meet our needs, a few of us are still not incredibly happy. Why don’t we look after ourselves? Many elderly people in our area live with more than three long-term medical conditions. When I thought about it, I realised that self-care is the way forward. The group Living in Harmony promotes self-management of chronic medical conditions. Health Makers from Berkshire Foundation Trust offer a six-week self-management course and weekly online sessions. Self-care improves your health and longevity. We invite all those living with chronic medical conditions such as stroke, diabetes, cancer, and heart disease to join our group, Living in Harmony (Wellness, Balance, Empower). We also invite carers and those who care for individuals suffering from these conditions. We aim to help people by providing information, checking their blood pressure, and signposting them to various groups where they can get more help. Living in Harmony is a wellness group that promotes self-care by empowering the local community. Local people attended our last session on loneliness. Due to the pandemic, our activities were reduced over the last three years, but we are now back in the community to help residents. People often ask me to explain self-care. I thought of writing down the benefits of self-care for better understanding, which may inspire residents to attend our sessions. We have regular workshops and discussions about this when we meet. We also invite professionals to give talks, and we have fun sessions like storytelling, poetry reading, and painting for relaxation and enjoyment. The Coffee Connect Chat is an interesting session where you can meet and greet people, make new friends, and enjoy a few games while having a cup of coffee and refreshments. Self-care simply means looking after yourself, being more connected with your body and mind every single day. This leads to healthier and happier habits, and maintaining a balance with body, mind, and spirit. We can describe this as physical, mental, and emotional well-being. The benefits of self-care are enormous and cannot be ignored. Regular self-care can: • Increase awareness of your body and help prevent disease and illness through early detection. • Make you feel good by creating an attitude of gratitude towards your body and mind. • Help you eat mindfully, thus reducing weight. • Improve your longevity and quality of life. @ Dolly Bhaskaran M.Sc. DPSE PGCE Living In Harmony Slough We all know that getting GP appointments in Slough has been difficult due to the current situation due to the pandemic, which has reduced face-to-face appointments and increased telephone consultations for many surgeries. So, what is the best option to lead a healthy life? While GPs are working extremely hard to meet our needs, a few of us are still not incredibly happy. Why don’t we look after ourselves? Many elderly people in our area live with more than three long-term medical conditions. When I thought about it, I realised that self-care is the way forward. The group Living in Harmony promotes self-management of chronic medical conditions. Health Makers from Berkshire Foundation Trust offer a six-week self-management course and weekly online sessions. Self-care improves your health and longevity. We invite all those living with chronic medical conditions such as stroke, diabetes, cancer, and heart disease to join our group, Living in Harmony (Wellness, Balance, Empower). We also invite carers and those who care for individuals suffering from these conditions. We aim to help people by providing information, checking their blood pressure, and signposting them to various groups where they can get more help. Living in Harmony is a wellness group that promotes self-care by empowering the local community. Local people attended our last session on loneliness. Due to the pandemic, our activities were reduced over the last three years, but we are now back in the community to help residents. People often ask me to explain self-care. I thought of writing down the benefits of self-care for better understanding, which may inspire residents to attend our sessions. We have regular workshops and discussions about this when we meet. We also invite professionals to give talks, and we have fun sessions like storytelling, poetry reading, and painting for relaxation and enjoyment. The Coffee Connect Chat is an interesting session where you can meet and greet people, make new friends, and enjoy a few games while having a cup of coffee and refreshments. Self-care simply means looking after yourself, being more connected with your body and mind every single day. This leads to healthier and happier habits, and maintaining a balance with body, mind, and spirit. We can describe this as physical, mental, and emotional well-being. The benefits of self-care are enormous and cannot be ignored. Regular self-care can: • Increase awareness of your body and help prevent disease and illness through early detection. • Make you feel good by creating an attitude of gratitude towards your body and mind. • Help you eat mindfully, thus reducing weight. • Improve your longevity and quality of life. @ Dolly Bhaskaran M.Sc. DPSE PGCE Living In Harmony Slough Self-Care Improves Your Health and Longevity We all know that getting GP appointments in Slough has been difficult due to the current situation due to the pandemic, which has reduced face-to-face appointments and increased telephone consultations for many surgeries. So, what is the best option to lead a healthy life? While GPs are working extremely hard to meet our needs, a few of us are still not incredibly happy. Why don’t we look after ourselves? Many elderly people in our area live with more than three long-term medical conditions. When I thought about it, I realised that self-care is the way forward. The group Living in Harmony promotes self-management of chronic medical conditions. Health Makers from Berkshire Foundation Trust offer a six-week self-management course and weekly online sessions. Self-care improves your health and longevity. We invite all those living with chronic medical conditions such as stroke, diabetes, cancer, and heart disease to join our group, Living in Harmony (Wellness, Balance, Empower). We also invite carers and those who care for individuals suffering from these conditions. We aim to help people by providing information, checking their blood pressure, and signposting them to various groups where they can get more help. Living in Harmony is a wellness group that promotes self-care by empowering the local community. Local people attended our last session on loneliness. Due to the pandemic, our activities were reduced over the last three years, but we are now back in the community to help residents. People often ask me to explain self-care. I thought of writing down the benefits of self-care for better understanding, which may inspire residents to attend our sessions. We have regular workshops and discussions about this when we meet. We also invite professionals to give talks, and we have fun sessions like storytelling, poetry reading, and painting for relaxation and enjoyment. The Coffee Connect Chat is an interesting session where you can meet and greet people, make new friends, and enjoy a few games while having a cup of coffee and refreshments. Self-care simply means looking after yourself, being more connected with your body and mind every single day. This leads to healthier and happier habits, and maintaining a balance with body, mind, and spirit. We can describe this as physical, mental, and emotional well-being. The benefits of self-care are enormous and cannot be ignored. Regular self-care can: • Increase awareness of your body and help prevent disease and illness through early detection. • Make you feel good by creating an attitude of gratitude towards your body and mind. • Help you eat mindfully, thus reducing weight. • Improve your longevity and quality of life. @ Dolly Bhaskaran M.Sc. DPSE PGCE Living In Harmony Slough Living In Harmony Dolly Bhaskaran M.Sc

Health Checks & Screening Awareness

We promote prevention by improving awareness of routine checks and screening, what results can mean, and how to follow up appropriately. Our aim is to help people take timely action, understand risk factors, and make informed choices that support long-term health.

Peer-Led Support Circles

Small, welcoming circles where people with shared experiences can talk, listen, and learn together. These sessions focus on building routine, confidence, and positive coping strategies-reducing isolation and strengthening everyday wellbeing through peer support.

Health Navigation & Signposting

Clear, practical guidance to help you find the right support at the right time. We help you understand local health and community options, prepare for appointments, and access relevant services-so you feel informed, confident, and in control of your next steps.

Healthy Living Navigation (Local Support Signposting)

If you’re unsure where to start, we help you find the right local options for your needs-community activities, wellbeing services, charities, and lifestyle programmes. This service focuses on removing barriers (confidence, access, information) and setting clear next steps, so you can take control of your health with the right support at the right time.

Carer & Family Wellbeing Support

Caring for others can affect your own health. We offer guidance for carers and family members on protecting wellbeing through boundaries, rest planning, emotional support, and practical coping strategies. The aim is to reduce burnout risk and help carers maintain their own long-term health while continuing to support loved ones.

Self-Care for Longevity (Practical Daily Routine)

Build simple, repeatable self-care habits that support healthy ageing. This service helps you create a realistic daily routine covering sleep quality, hydration, movement, stress reduction, and recovery-so self-care becomes consistent, not complicated. Participants leave with a personalised ‘Longevity Checklist’ they can use at home and review over time.

Testimonials

     

 Joining this initiative was life-changing. I've learned to manage my health proactively. 

John Smith
Health Advocate
     

 The supportive community helped me stay motivated and achieve my wellness goals. 

Lily Thompson
Happy Participant
     

 Their wellness plans are a perfect fit for my lifestyle. I feel in control like never before. 

Chris Young
Satisfied Customer
     

 Reiki Healing "Reiki came into my life when I felt stressed and low in energy. Even after the first session, I felt calmer, lighter, and more balanced. Over time, my sleep improved, my mind felt clearer, and I felt more connected to myself. Reiki gave me the strength to look after my wellbeing and brought a gentle sense of peace back into my daily life." Sarah 

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