Hull’s older people to be celebrated at virtual event
A virtual celebration of older people in Hull will take place in the city at the end of this month.
The Older People’s Partnership Hull and East Riding charity is … More
Adult social care
How you can show support on World Suicide Prevention Day
People across the world are being asked to support awareness of suicide.
Today is World Suicide Prevention Day, which is about raising awareness of suicide and suicide prevention.
Globally, each … More
Nigel’s story: How carers are coping during coronavirus pandemic
A husband caring for his disabled wife says how life has changed as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
Sixty-year-old Nigel Milner retired in 2019 to care for his wife … More
Grants to be issued to care providers to help manage pressures of Covid-19
Hull City Council will begin to distribute £3m of grant funding to help support those providing care to the city’s most vulnerable residents during the coronavirus pandemic.
The grants have … More
Street cleaning staff in Hull step up to make 75,000 PPE deliveries
Hull City Council’s street cleansing and grounds staff have delivered 75,000 pieces of personal protective equipment (PPE) to health workers in care homes and vulnerable households.
A team of 10 … More
£1.5m given to support vulnerable adults during coronavirus pandemic
Hull City Council will allocate an extra £1.5m for adult social care costs resulting from the Covid-19 pandemic.
The move comes after the local authority supported this decision in a … More
Care home residents enjoy revamped open space during coronavirus pandemic
A care home in Hull has revamped its garden for residents who are unable to get out and about during the Covid-19 pandemic.
220 Preston Road is an in-house residential … More
Chocolate eggs bring Easter cheer to city’s most vulnerable residents
Hundreds of Easter eggs are being delivered to vulnerable residents across the city in a bid to bring some Easter cheer.
More than 800 chocolate eggs have been handed out … More
Young care leavers given handy guide to help navigate health service
Young care leavers in Hull are to be given a Handy Health Guide to help them to navigate the often-confusing health service.
The card, launched by NHS Hull Clinical Commissioning … More
How Hull’s occupational therapists help people make small changes with big impacts
Some changes might seem small, but they can have a big impact.
This week is Occupational Therapy Week, a national awareness campaign designed to celebrate and raise awareness of occupational … More
Could you do these jobs at Hull City Council?
From the Royal Navy to adult social care, this is Stacie’s story
Social workers play an indispensable role in our society.
In Hull, there are hundreds of social workers. One such worker is Stacie King.
The 30-year-old works as a newly qualified … More
Armed Forces veterans to learn about mental health support
Veterans and their families in Hull will be given the chance to learn about health support in the region.
The second annual Supporting Our Armed Forces Community event is a … More
Hull team wins tech challenge for design to help dementia suffers
A Hull team has been crowned as the winner of the Humber Care Tech Challenge 2019 with their design on how to support people living with the dementia.
Team Ull-tra … More
See how technology in Hull is helping residents to become independent
A project to help vulnerable residents live more independent lives with the help of technology is making waves across Hull.
Glen and Sam Marshall, a father and son from west … More
Here’s why we are celebrating older people in Hull
Hull and the rest of the world today to celebrate International Day of Older Persons.
The Older People’s Partnership Hull and East Riding is hosting a series of activities to … More
Budget 2020/21: 10 things you need to know
The budget statement from Councillor Stephen Brady, Leader of Hull City Council, has been approved for 2020/21.
The budget, approved at a meeting of Full Council today, includes changes in … More
What kind of housing do you want to see in Hull?
Hull City Council is asking residents to share their views on the future of housing in Hull.
A survey has been launched which asks the public what type of housing … More
Answer these questions on paying for social care
Hull residents are being asked about paying for social care both now and in the future.
The latest People’s Panel survey from Hull City Council is now live.
It also … More
Shared Lives carers recognised for their hard work
Residents who have cared for vulnerable adults for almost 20 years have been recognised for their hard work.
The Shared Lives scheme was launched in 2000, giving carers the opportunity … More
The hub helping people overcome alcohol problems
A community facility dedicated to supporting people with alcohol problems has reopened following a £133,000 refurbishment.
The Bransholme Alcohol Hub – which is based near North Point Shopping Centre but … More
A day in the life of … a Hull telecare coordinator
JP Pretorius, who tells us how his job helps to give confidence to vulnerable adults by linking them to users through technology.
Free children’s activities and food sessions in Hull
A free project bringing activities and nutritious food to children throughout the summer holidays will launch in Hull this week.
Healthy Holidays ran as a pilot scheme in Orchard Park … More
Hull housing project named UK’s best for older people
A Hull housing initiative has been named as the best in the country at a national awards ceremony.
Newbridge Village, which includes the revolutionary Jean Bishop Integrated Care Centre, … More
Meet the team helping residents to cope with sensory loss
Experiencing any form of sensory loss can be life-changing.
Hull City Council offers a huge amount of support and guidance to children and adults who are deaf and/or blind, and … More
Meet Anna and her kind-hearted carer Clare from Shared Lives in Hull
Could you share your home with an adult who is in need of support?
That’s just what kind-hearted Clare did after becoming involved with the Shared Lives scheme in Hull. … More
‘Being a carer never leaves you’ says father who cares for 38-year-old son
Carers play an indispensable role in our society.
More than five million people providing care for a family member or friend with a disability, mental or physical illness, substance misuse … More
‘Carers need support too – they make a huge difference’
Carers need caring for too – and that is why Hull City Council and its partners are highlighting support available to those who care for others.
During Carers Week 2019… More
How technology helped transform a life
A mum says assistive technology in her home has greatly improved the life of her daughter who has learning difficulties.
In March 2018, Donna Lilley’s home was fitted with equipment … More
Why you should support Dementia Action Week
Dementia affects thousands of people living in Hull.
There are estimated to be more than 2,900 people living with dementia in the city.
About 1,800 are formally diagnosed and recorded … More
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