Research and reports
Browse our collection of research reports.
Without in-depth impact reports borne out of our work, we cannot shift attitude; change perceptions; adapt to the changing needs of our community; and identify areas where we can be most effective in supporting local people in improving their health and wellbeing.
Wellspring Annual Report 2017/18
2017 saw us launch additional services for the community as well as move forward with the development of our social prescribing approach. We strengthened and developed our relationships with partners in order to maximise our collective impact. Take a look at our Annual Report to get a better picture of what we do and how we do it.
Wellspring Annual Report 2018/19
Another busy year under our belts! It seemed to go by in a flash but when we take a look back it's small wonder. Take a look at our Annual Report to see what happened in 2019.
Wellspring Annual Report 2015/16
2016 was a busy year and we had a lot of hard work to do to achieve our goals into 2017. Take a look at our Annual Report to get a better picture of what we do and how we do it.
Research Industry Report: Successful Health & Wellbeing Community Businesses
Power to Change commissioned SERIO, an applied research unit at the University of Plymouth, to conduct an England-wide research project to answer the overarching research question of “what makes a successful community business?” in the following three community business sectors:
1. Community ‘hubs’ or centres
2. Sport and leisure
3. Health and wellbeing
This report focuses on health and wellbeing and includes input from Wellspring Healthy Living Centre.
Case Study of Wellspring Healthy Living Centre by Power to Change
Factors that contribute to community business success
Part of the Power to Change Research Institute Report No. 13
“together we can build a healthier, happier and contented community which everyone desires, satisfying mind, body and spirit”
Reg Gregory
1922-2009
People who have lived in the communities of Redfield, Barton Hill, Lawrence Hill, and St. George for many years will no doubt have heard of Reg Gregory at some time or other, as this extraordinary man would probably have affected their lives.