£2 million approved for new care homes in North Somerset
TWO new homes to care for looked-after children and young people are set to open in North Somerset after…
Funding boost for learning disabilities team at Musgrove and Yeovil hospitals
A SOMERSET NHS team caring for people living with learning disabilities is set to double in size thanks to…
Police officer behind Dementia Safeguarding Scheme lands Birthday Honour
THE police officer behind a scheme that provides safety support for those living with dementia has been recognised in…
Boost for initiative welcoming and supporting displaced people in Somerset
REFUGEES, asylum seekers and other displaced people are welcome in Somerset. That is the message being sent by a…
Celebrating one year of Wincanton Community Hub – with a 40-mile hike
THE team behind a community hub in Wincanton are celebrating one year of being open – and they’re marking…
£2,000 grants on offer to boost physical activity in North Somerset
COMMUNITY groups in North Somerset can apply for funding in a bid to boost activity levels among residents. Voluntary organisations,…
Plans for new outpatients’ unit at Somerset hospital submitted
A SOMERSET hospital could soon get a new temporary outpatients’ building if plans are approved. An application has been submitted…
Free bus travel at all times in North Somerset for people with a disability bus pass
PEOPLE with an eligible disability can now travel for free on buses in North Somerset – at any time,…
MP secures Commons debate over Yeovil maternity services closure
CONCERNS over the closure of maternity services at Yeovil District Hospital will be discussed in Parliament next week. MP Adam…
Somerset care home residents dust off dancing shoes for Dementia Disco!
RESIDENTS at a Somerset care home have dusted off their dancing shoes for a new initiative to help people…
