The people theme of the strategy reflects the work happening to deliver services and interventions to support individuals and communities to be healthy, with a focus on those who have the greatest health needs.
This coffee morning offers an opportunity for men who have experienced a bereavement to talk about their experience of support in a safe and supportive environment and for both them and professional practitioners to discuss whether an on-going group support…
We are delighted to announce the 50 steps strategy launch. Newham Council staff, partners, and residents recently celebrated the launch of the 50 Steps to a Healthier Newham (2024-2027) strategy at an event held at the University of East London’s Docklands…
The All-Age Autism Strategy launch will take place on Thursday 18 April 2024, and the theme for the launch is employment. Research has shown common strengths that autistic people have such as solving problems 40% faster; thinking outside the box,…
Newham Council is delighted to announce the World Autism Acceptance Week, taking place from 2–8 April 2024. The week presents a wonderful opportunity to celebrate autism in Newham and foster greater understanding and acceptance within our community. A programme of…
Age Without Limits is a national campaign highlighting the prejudice that’s often faced by older people. Newham Council is committed to tackling ageism as part of our Ageing Well strategy. As part of the strategy, we have secured Age-friendly Employer…
This year is the 10th anniversary of National Child Exploitation Awareness Day, that took place on the 18 March. Newham Council hosted a series of events across the week to highlight the issues surrounding child exploitation and the support that…
The LBN Public Health Team has been working in partnership with the NHS to deliver free events at Mosques and libraries ahead of, and during, Ramadan to encourage residents to fast safely and make healthy choices about their diet. Healthcare…
The London borough of Newham Public Health Team are delighted to share our newly updated ‘5 Ways to a Healthier Life’ information booklet from Well Newham, in partnership with the NHS. The 5 Ways to a Healthier Life booklet contains…
On 22 March, a conference was held at Stratford Old Town Hall as part of local and North-East London initiatives aimed at preventing future deaths in infants. The conference was led by Nicola Needham, the Child Death Overview Panel Manager…
