Talk Community Newsletter 17 Oct
Leominster Warm Welcome
Talk Community’s Leominster Warm Welcome is still in full swing, and everyone is invited! A warm and welcoming community space for all, the service is designed for anyone who wants to pop in to socialise, enjoy refreshments, or get helpful advice.
Different agencies will be in attendance each week to help support with various needs, whether that be housing support, health checks, healthy lifestyles and more. There’s even hot food and board games!
Leominster Warm Welcome is free to attend, and is open on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month. For more information, please visit the Talk Community website.
Keeping well in winter
This autumn the Talk Community team will be out and about, around the county, supporting organisations and events to help communities stay well this winter. We will come prepared with information and signposting to support people with information around the cost of living, keeping warm and pension credit.
If you would like more information to support your local community, or would like us to visit you please do get in touch by emailing talkcommunityenquiries@herefordshire.gov.uk
COVID-19 vaccination programme – get protected ahead of winter
The COVID-19 vaccination helps reduce the risk of getting seriously ill and needing hospital treatment. You may be eligible for a free NHS vaccination if you are over the age of 65, are pregnant, live in a residential care home for older adults, or are aged 6 months to 65 years and have an existing health condition which means you’re at risk of getting seriously ill due to COVID-19.
You can book your vaccination via the NHS website or NHS app or find your local walk in vaccination site by visiting the NHS website.
Think “Pharmacy First”! : Herefordshire and Worcestershire NHS Community pharmacies
In a national poll earlier this year, 75% of people said they wanted to see pharmacies offering more healthcare services. This is now possible via the NHS ‘Pharmacy First’ service – giving people more choice about their healthcare!
Pharmacies are often open for long hours and accessible to everybody. Pharmacists can provide advice and where appropriate, supply NHS medicines for a range of medical conditions. Advice from the pharmacist can be offered in a private consultation room.
To find out more visit the Pharmacy First page on the Talk Community Directory.
The Pharmacy First Service also offers Blood pressure checks (for people over 40 years – it is important to Know your Numbers!) and Contraception services.
Find out more on the NHS Website, or ask in any pharmacy.
What’s new on the Talk Community Directory?
We’ve got some fantastic new services and events added to the Talk Community Directory this week! Whether you’re looking for fun social activities, or support for a healthier lifestyle, there’s something for everyone on our website.
Check out the latest additions below and see what sparks your interest!
Sibs – free training for special schools 28th November
Free tea club with Board games and crafts
Social Saturdays at the Stables
Our socials are a great way to keep in touch with what’s on too, whether you’re • a Facebook fan • tuned in to Twitter • or instantly on Instagram.
Herefordshire Cares
Do you want to make a difference to people’s lives every day? Working in social care is a rewarding career – to find out more about a career in adult social care, visit the Herefordshire Cares website.
