Category: Health

2287 Health posts found.

Account outlines achievements, challenges and aspirations for adult social care

05/12/2012

Increasing choices and opportunities for people with care needs are among Shropshire Council’s achievements and ongoing priorities, outlined in a new document. …

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Shrewsbury cycling numbers up as NICE report says active travel is vital to beating inactivity epidemic

04/12/2012

The number of cycle journeys in Shrewsbury has increased by 15% since 2010, and cycling was given another boost in October 2012…

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Working4me launch website

03/12/2012

Working4me launched its website www.working4me.org.uk recently at Innage Lane Resource Centre for adults with learning disabilities based in Bridgnorth. Working4me is a social…

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Drop-in event showcases support for children with disabilities

03/12/2012

A reminder about a drop-in event organised by Shropshire Council, which will provide the opportunity to find out more about support available from…

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Greenacres Farm adds a unique sparkle to Christmas shopping

30/11/2012

A range of one-off Christmas decorations and gifts with a difference are available at Greenacres Farm this festive season.  Shoppers are urged…

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Be prepared this winter: know how to keep warm and well

30/11/2012

Severe cold weather can be dangerous, especially for the very young or very old, or those with existing health conditions.  Each year…

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Future of Shropshire’s public services is focus of conference

29/11/2012

The recently-elected Police and Crime Commissioner will be among the speakers at the Shropshire Partnership standing conference on Tuesday 4 December 2012.…

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Scrutiny chairman welcomes investment in dementia care

28/11/2012

A Shropshire Council scrutiny committee chairman has welcomed the announcement that £1,000,000 is being invested in providing extra support for Accident and Emergency patients with dementia and mental health problems in Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin.

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Shrewsbury Safer Nights project to launch this weekend

28/11/2012

A minor injury treatment unit is being set up in Shrewsbury over Christmas and New Year to help people who find themselves in a…

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Council residential home praised by inspectors

28/11/2012

Inspectors have praised the “knowledgeable and well trained” staff team at a Shropshire Council residential home as part of a report which gives the home a top rating.

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