Publish date: 2 July 2025
We wanted to remind our Grenfell impacted communities that we are here for you and for your families.
We acknowledge that there continues to be a lot of media coverage regarding Grenfell and that it may be distressing for some people to read. For our Grenfell-impacted communities we are aware this can present additional triggers that will impact on your overall sense of wellbeing.
One of the most important things we can do protect our emotional wellbeing is regular movement. Our bodies and our minds are connected, so looking after ourselves physically helps us to prevent problems with our mental health.
Exercise releases “feel good” hormones, that reduce feelings of stress and anger. It also helps us feel better about our bodies. It can improve our sleep too. If it involves other people, like being part of a team, a class or group we see regularly, that can also boost our mental health.
Despite these benefits, so many of us struggle to move enough. We know there are many different reasons for this, so we want to help people to find moments for movement in their daily routines.
The thought of “exercise” can be off putting to many people but small things like going for a walk in your neighbourhood, putting on your favourite music and dancing around the living room, chair exercises when you’re watching TV – it all counts towards moving your body.
There are many benefits of movement for mental health which range from improved mood, reduced anxiety, lowered inflammation and stress, improved memory and concentration, increased confidence, improved sleep and even increased social connectedness.
We in the NHS are here to help
If you are affected by Grenfell, the NHS Grenfell Health and Wellbeing Service, is here for you and your family. To access support please call 020 8637 6279 (every day 8am to 8pm) or 0800 0234 650 (overnight: from 8pm).
For more information go to grenfellwellbeing.cnwl.nhs.uk/
For emotional support, health and wellbeing support, and urgent mental health support, call 0800 0234 650, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
For further information about local health support go to: www.rbkc.gov.uk/grenfell-response-and-recovery/support/nhs-support