November/December 2023 The National Adult Safeguarding Adults Week 2023 is taking place this week, from Monday 20 to Friday 25 November 2023. The week offers an opportunity for organisations and residents to come together and raise important issues about keeping…
November/December 2023 Newham Carers Community (NCC) service is a vital initiative aimed at supporting unpaid caregivers in the London Borough of Newham. The service provides a range of comprehensive services for unpaid carers, including information, advice, emotional support and access…
November/December 2023 Newham residents who have a physical or mental disability and are struggling to find sustainable employment can now benefit from a new free and confidential service led by Our Newham Work. Those who qualify will benefit from a…
September/October 2023 Newham Community Project has partnered with NHS Blood Transfusion for their ‘Gateway to Life’ initiative. Gateway to Life aims to dispel misconceptions surrounding organ donation, prevalent in some communities. The shortage of donors from Black, Asian, and mixed…
September/October 2023 Residents are invited to attend Newham’s Ageing Well Festival! The festival is free to attend and will take place on Sunday 8 October at Newham Town Hall. The festival celebrates a year since the launch of the Newham…
September/October 2023 We have been setting up the Well Newham Hubs in our libraries over the summer and are pleased to report that our advisors have already helped refer and signpost 160 residents to much-needed support for their health and…
September/October 2023 For this year’s Know Your Numbers week (4-10 September), we raised awareness of the importance of getting your blood pressure checked, particularly for those with diabetes. This is part of our work to achieve steps 17 and 18…
September/October 2024 With winter around the corner, it’s important to be protected against winter illnesses by getting vaccinated against flu and COVID-19. People who are at high risk from these illnesses are able to get free vaccines between September and…
September/October 2024 National Breastfeeding Week is this week (18-24 September) and focuses on the theme: ‘Everyone has a part to play in helping mums to breastfeed’. If you work with new parents or carers, please help spread the word about…
