Support to pay energy bills
September/October 2023 As we head into autumn and temperatures start to drop, we want to let residents know about all of the free support they can get to stay warm. We have teamed up with the Cadent Foundation and the…
People
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.
Childhood vaccinations reminder
September/October 2024 Getting children vaccinated is the most important thing we can do to protect them against serious disease, especially at a time when measles cases are rising in London Parents and carers can refer to their child’s health record…
Good Thinking service and resources
September/October 2023 Good Thinking is an online service that helps Londoners look after their mental health and wellbeing in a way that works for them. You can find all sorts of support, advice and resources online to help with your…
Social Welfare Alliance training
September/October 2023 Are you a frontline worker or do you work closely with residents? The Social Welfare Alliance offers FREE training for anyone who has regular conversations with residents who have a range of social welfare issues. The online sessions…
Cost of Living Champions training
September/October 2023 We are holding a number of training sessions for Cost of Living Champions over the next few months as we head into winter. The next session on Friday 29 September, 10:00-11:30 is on Coping with the Rising Cost…
Know Your Numbers week activities
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…
Winter Vaccinations
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…
Breastfeeding Awareness Week
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…
Project tackling loneliness in Newham
September/October 2023 To tackle loneliness and social isolation in Newham, our colleagues in the Community Neighbourhood Link Worker team have launched three fantastic pilot projects this month: Chatty Benches, Chatty Cafés and Men in Sheds (pictured). Part of the ‘Be…