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You Need To Know - NHS womb cancer awareness campaign
The 'You Need To Know' campagn was launched on the 31st January. Womb cancer is the 4th most common cancer in women in the United Kingdom. It is important to understand what women know about this cancer so that we can increase awareness. Several campaign assets have been developed such as posters, images, and a video that can be shared of which the BME Health Forum's Phayza Fudlalla took part in (see above). These can be shared on Social media, newsletters and placed in community settings. A video in Arabic is also now available.
Bi Borough VCS Health and Wellbeing Strategy
This Strategy has been developed over a period of months through a collaborative process with the voluntary and community sector and colleagues from across the statutory sector/NHS. It presents a number of case studies from the VCS including from the BME Health Forum that illustrate its main goals and offers a set of clear recommended actions.
Our weekly newsletter includes information about health and social care services, events, training, and jobs, with a focus on Northwest London
News/Events/Jobs/Services/Activities
» Hope in the Community Westminster – Call for Proposals - DEADLINE EXTENDED 14th Dec
Hope in the Community Westminster is a new non-clinical, mental health support offer with collaboration at its heart.We seek to provide third sector organisations with a free space to use for running services, activities and groups that focus on wellness. As we are ready to launch this hub soon, we invite those who are interested in using the space to share their ideas and proposals with us and apply through this open call for proposals by Thursday 14 December.
» The London Community Foundation Grants News (30.11.23)
See the latest funding opportunities and news from Lond Community Foundation including information about The Phoenix Way (grant-making initiative aimed at transforming Black and racially minoritised communities) -
Children and Youth Round, North London Community Fund, Windrush Day Grant Scheme, and Westminster VCS Core funding.
» Community vaccination clinics for children (6th Dec and 13th Dec 3-5pm)
Did your child miss their flu vaccination at school? Would you prefer your child to have the gelatine-free flu injection? Is your child up to date with their MMR and polio vaccinations? Has your teenager had all their school vaccinations? Come to Parkview Centre for Health & Wellbeing oon 6th Dec 3-5pm or Barlby Primary School 14th Dec 3-5pm - No appointment needed!
» Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) activated in London
The Mayor of London has activated the Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) due to the ongoing cold weather in the city. SWEP activation encourages partners to do what they can to shelter rough sleepers. While there are currently no Weather-Health Alerts for London, you can find guidance and resources on supporting communities in cold weather from the UK Health Security Agency and Met Office.
» Women’s health in North West London - what are you experiences?
We are looking for insight from women who live in NW London about women’s health and well-being services and experiences. We want to better understand the unique challenges and experiences that women face in their healthcare journeys. Share your thoughts and experiences through our survey.
» 'Stay with Us' Suicide Prevention Campaign Launch - info and resources
For those who were unable to attend the Kensington and Chelsea and Westminster 'Stay with Us' Suicide Prevention Campaign Launch please see the collated essential information and resources we have put together.
» To the Table - FREE food and storytelling event - 5th December, 6-8pm
Enjoy engaging, creative activities and share delicious FREE food with your neighbours in a celebration of what it is to live in a community. Celebrating our different cultures, we eat together and you have the opportunity to take part in creative workshops at Grand Junction on the 5th December. This event is free but booking is essential!
» Young Westminster Foundation November Newsletter (2023)
Please see the latest newsletter from Young Westminster Foundation including funding news: HELPING HANDS COMMUNITY FUND NOW OPEN and WESTMINSTER BRIGHTER FUTURES FUND; also YWF YOUTH WORKER FORUM WINTER EVENT on 6th November and YOUNG WESTMINSTER FOUNDATION JOB VACANCY as HELPING HANDS PROGRAMME OFFICER.
» North West London Health Equity Summit info share from the day
On Tuesday 24 October 2023, more than 200 people from across NW London gathered in St Pauls, Hammersmith for the first health equity summit for the area. One year on from the launch of the region’s inequality strategy, it was a chance to reflect on what had been achieved and discuss the challenges ahead. You can now see all the presentation and details of the day updated to the NHS NWL website.
» ADKC Annual Report 2023 + AGM on 12th Dec, 4pm
Action on Disability Kensington and Chelse (ADKC) invite you to read their Annual Report 2023. They are also holding their Annual General Meeting on the 12th December from 4 - 6pm in person at Bay 20, 71 St Marks Road (also on zoom).
Services
» ADKC Disability Connect project
The Disability Connect project is for socially isolated disabled people (with a physical, sensory or hidden impairment) who need or would like some encouragement and support to get out and about doing activities of interest to them.
» Age UK K&C & Age UK Westminster Digital Inclusion Project (added 03.11.2023)
The Kensington & Chelsea and Westminster (KCW) Social Isolation pilot supports and enhances existing Older Adult Mental Health services provided by CNWL by providing targeted outreach support to vulnerable
elderly people including those living alone who are known to be more likely to experience social isolation.
» Al-Aman (DVIP) Arabic Speaking service
DVIP’s Al-aman service has continued to receive funding from London Councils to support women from Arabic speaking communities who have been affected by gender based violence, forced marriage, female genital mutilation and honour based violence...
» ANGELOU Referrals
Angelou is a partnership of 9 organisations offering a shared service across Hammersmith & Fulham, Kensington & Chelsea, and Westminster supporting women and girls who are experiencing violence and abuse.
» Breathe Easy Support Group
DO YOU LIVE IN PIMLICO AND SUFFER FROM A BREATHING PROBLEM? BREATHE EASY PADDINGTON is your Westminster patient support group, for anyone affected by a lung condition. We offer mutual support, information...
» British Red Cross Refugees and Befriending Project
The British Red Cross runs four 'Refugees and Befriending Projects' (R'n'B) for young unaccompanied refugees and asylum seekers aged 14-21. Our peer-led befriending projects are facilitated by peer-befrienders and adult volunteers...
» Community Living Well service
Community Living Well is an emotional wellbeing support service for anyone aged 16 and over, and who is registered with a GP in Kensington, Chelsea, Queen’s Park or Paddington. We can help to support your mental health and wellbeing.
» Community vaccination clinics for children (6th Dec and 13th Dec 3-5pm)
Did your child miss their flu vaccination at school? Would you prefer your child to have the gelatine-free flu injection? Is your child up to date with their MMR and polio vaccinations? Has your teenager had all their school vaccinations? Come to Parkview Centre for Health & Wellbeing oon 6th Dec 3-5pm or Barlby Primary School 14th Dec 3-5pm - No appointment needed!
» Conversation Groups at VCKC (part of Wellbeing Programme)
Volunteer Centre Kensingrton and Chelsea run weekly conversation groups on Thursdays from 11 - 12pm as part of their Wellbeing programme which can support you if you have a disability or a mental health need. You can choose from a range of workshops and activities and groups which are small and friendly and there is always a chance to chat.
» Conversational English for beginners (for over 50s)
Brush up on your spoken, written and grammatical English to become a more confident speaker! For people aged 50 and over. TUESDAYs - 10.00am – 12.00pm. £3.00 per class @ New Horizons, Guinness Trust Estate,
Cadogan Street, London, SW3 2PF...
