Health professionals and community workers play a vital role in encouraging people to connect with nature for their wellbeing. Find out more about why time spent in nature is so beneficial to our health with the training opportunities and resources below.
Why nature improves health and wellbeing
From reduced cortisol levels to improved mood and resilience, learn why natural environments are a powerful tool in public health.
Online training module
Our short, free online training module includes a summary of evidence showing the health and wellbeing benefits of nature, and activities to connect your service users with nature at home, in healthcare settings and outside.
Training sessions in the forest
Organise an on-site training session for health and care professionals. Read about the Feel Good in the Forest day delivered with NHS England’s East of England Enhance Programme, and contact us about arranging a similar session for your team.
How to contact the Wellbeing team
For more information about how our team can support you to bring Feel Good in the Forest to your service users, or to arrange any training sessions, please email us at feelgood@forestryengland.uk.
