Issue - meetings

To receive a verbal update and presentation on ‘Active Mid Devon’ from the Leisure Services Manager.

The Group received, and NOTED, a verbal update and presentation from the Operations Manager for Leisure Service on activities within the Leisure Service since it was last report to this meeting.

This included the following summary information:

·       The new entry system at Exe Valley Leisure Centre and improved entrance area at Lords Meadow, Crediton.

·       The new ‘Coursepro’ swimming lesson digital management system available to users.

·       Active Mid Devon had been shortlisted in the UK Active Awards which was a national award for providing excellence in the leisure industry.

·       A new ‘PoolPod 3.0’ would be available soon allowing dignified entry into and out of a swimming pool for a disabled person and their carer. The service had a strong focus on inclusivity and accessibility.

·       A grant had been received to provide start up costs for a junior park run.

·       A carers pilot had received extremely positive feedback and a permanent offer was likely to be proposed. Details regarding this would be brought back to this PDG at a future date.

·       There had been free health checks offered to the residents of Mid Devon.

·       The ‘virtual wallet’ was now up and running.

·       ‘Sparkle of Magic’ would be run again this Christmas donating gifts to those in need.

·       The Leisure Service had a commitment to professional standards amongst its staff and encouraged professional qualifications where appropriate.

·       Menopause Awareness sessions had been run.

·       The service was committed to the Safe Spaces Charter.

·       A successful, reduced price, family membership campaign had been run over the summer holidays.

·       Height restriction barriers had been installed at the Leisure Centres in Crediton and Cullompton to prevent future illegal encampments.

Consideration was given to:

·       The Leisure Service was congratulated on the number and range of positive activities and initiatives that had taken and were taking place. There was a great deal for the service to be proud about.

·       Engagement with the Care Home community was seen as particularly positive.

·       It was confirmed that first aid training included what to do in the event of knife injuries.

·       It was confirmed that membership take up after the summer holiday scheme had been low due to the costs of full time membership compared to the great reduced rate during the summer holidays.