Resources

Practical guides and activity materials from Brighter Futures.

We have produced a range of practical guides and activity materials through our community projects.

They are free to download and use for yourself, with somebody you support, or as part of a community activity. Some began life in earlier projects and have since been reviewed and updated for this site.

Where a guide contains health or support information, we have tried to make clear when professional advice may also be needed.

Activities & Learning

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Puppet Creation & Animation

A Workshop Guide

A practical workshop plan for using simple puppetry to encourage creativity, communication and storytelling. Includes paper puppets, found-object puppets and sock puppets.

PDF · 16 pages · Updated 2026

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How to Run a Simple Community Wellbeing Activity

A practical guide for small community groups

A practical guide for planning and running small community wellbeing activities, with an emphasis on simple, flexible sessions that people can enter in their own way.

PDF · 11 pages · Updated 2026

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Healthy Living

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Eating Well on a Budget

Straightforward ideas for eating well without making food complicated or expensive. Includes affordable staples, shopping and meal planning, simple meal ideas and ways to reduce food waste.

PDF · 9 pages · Updated 2026

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Gentle Exercise for Older Adults

A short guide to simple movements that can help older adults remain active and maintain strength, balance and mobility.

PDF · Updated 2026

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Staying Active as a Wheelchair User

Practical ideas for aerobic activity, strength and mobility for wheelchair users, with an emphasis on adapting activity to individual ability.

PDF · Updated 2026

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Reducing Alcohol: Practical Steps

For anyone who feels they may be drinking more than they would like. Includes ways to understand drinking habits, set realistic goals, recognise triggers and find additional support.

PDF · 9 pages · Updated 2026

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Thinking About Quitting Smoking

Practical information for somebody considering stopping smoking, including preparation, dealing with cravings, available support and what to do if a quit attempt does not go to plan.

PDF · 9 pages · Updated 2026

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Safety & Support

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Domestic Abuse: Recognising It, Staying Safe and Finding Support

Information about recognising domestic abuse, thinking about personal safety and finding appropriate support. It also includes guidance for somebody who is worried about another person.

If you are using a shared or monitored device, consider whether downloading this document is safe for you.

PDF · 9 pages · Updated 2026

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Using our resources

These resources are free to download and use for personal, educational and community purposes. If you are using one of our activity guides with a group, you are welcome to adapt the activities to suit the people taking part.

Health and support information is provided for general guidance and does not replace individual advice from an appropriate health, care or support professional.