About Us

We are a neighbourhood network bringing people and organisations together to help everyone in Stockwell live healthier, happier and more connected lives.

We believe that staying healthy is about much more than healthcare. It is shaped by our relationships, our communities, the places where we spend time, the support we can access and the opportunities we have to take control of our own wellbeing. It is about being treated fairly and having our voices heard. This means that improving health cannot be the responsibility of the NHS alone. It takes a whole neighbourhood working together.

Thriving Stockwell was initially developed by the Stockwell Partnership and Grantham Practice, before being launched at a Stockwell Forum in 2019. It is now led by a steering group made up of local GPs, community and voluntary organisations, housing and education providers, faith-based groups and other partners. By working as one network, we can make better use of the amazing people, knowledge and spaces that already exist within our community, making it easier for residents to find and access the help they need.

Our work happens at every level. We help organisations collaborate and ensure community voices are represented in local decision-making and policy. We connect residents with services that are relevant and trusted. We also create opportunities for people to connect with each other, build friendships, find support and feel a stronger sense of belonging.

This approach has already inspired our Community Living Rooms, peer-support groups, pioneering health initiatives, creative wellbeing activities and community events attended by thousands of local residents. We’re proud of our vibrant community and the trust built between residents and local partners over the last 10 years.

But our ambition is bigger than any one project. We want to build a future where connecting with your neighbourhood matters as much as registering with your GP. If you would like to help us keep Stockwell thriving, we would love you to get involved!

Our Vision

A thriving, inclusive Stockwell where everyone feels connected, supported and able to reach their potential.

We want to strengthen our community by delivering activities, supporting local partnerships and helping people access the services, information and opportunities they need.

Our Values

Community First
Inclusion
Collaboration
Respect
Empowerment

Our Story

Co-founded in 2019 by Stockwell Partnership and the Stockwellbeing Primary Care Network, Thriving Stockwell quickly grew to an active network of over 20 local groups.

Aiming to give local residents the skills and confidence to improve and manage their own wellbeing, our projects have included:

Community Living Rooms

Spaces where groups from particular backgrounds or with shared needs (e.g. chronic pain) meet regularly to socialise, receive professional support, and have fun

Community Events

Stockwell fun / healthy living events tied into national campaigns (Black History Month, LGBTQ+ Month) and religious events (Christmas, Diwali, Eid)

Working with local neighbourhood groups to support people experiencing health issues to use local services and take better care of their own wellbeing.