About Us
Cuppa Squad is the brainchild of Kate Walker, who found there was a shortage of ongoing practical advice and support for people who had been diagnosed with conditions such as diabetes, prediabetes or obesity.
Determined to help those in this situation, Kate’s idea was to set up a free service in the community that offered easy-to-follow health and lifestyle guidance. Just as important, people would be able to socialise and share experience with others in a welcoming and relaxed environment.
Today, Cuppa Squad holds friendly tea and coffee sessions and one-off events in a growing number of communities. Recommended by GPs and social prescribers, every session is well led and there are always healthcare professionals present to give individual advice.
“It’s actually really good to talk to people that are in the same boat, that you’re all coming from the same place, and, you know, because you will understand better than somebody who isn’t suffering from the symptoms that you’ve got. I find that quite helpful because it’s like there’s somebody standing next to me and helping me through it.”
Jan from Bridgnorth
Alison Emeny
Lead Facilitator
Alison has recently joined the team and we look forward to you getting to know her.
Samantha Davies
Volunteer Supporting Admin and Fund Raising
Samantha has been volunteering for fourteen years, including at Russell Hall Hospital. She has a great passion to make a difference for people’s lives. Samantha is really organised from dealing with admin to support with calls. Samantha enjoys shopping, listening to music, and spending time with Labrador puppy Hugo.
