Transport plays a crucial role in addressing social isolation in Wandsworth, a borough where many residents, particularly older adults and vulnerable groups, rely on accessible transport to stay connected with the community. Inadequate transport options can lead to increased loneliness, as individuals struggle to attend social events, medical appointments, or even visit loved ones. Improving […]
Access to Food in Wandsworth: Challenges and Community Solutions
Access to Food in Wandsworth: Challenges and Community Solutions Access to nutritious and affordable food is an important and vital need, yet many residents in Wandsworth face significant barriers in accessing it. With the rising cost of living and the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, food insecurity has become a growing concern. The cost […]
The availability of Medication to the public: challenges and solutions
Having access to your medication when you need it, is important and is a fundamental aspect of public health, ensuring the public can manage their health conditions effectively and live healthier lives. Healthwatch Wandsworth have worked with the local NHS to share more information on this topic. We understand that sometimes when we need medication […]
World Suicide Prevention Day: accessing support
Every year on September 10th, World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD), a day dedicated to raising awareness about suicide, promoting mental health, and encouraging action to prevent one of the leading causes of death globally is marked. Suicide takes approximately 700,000 lives annually, with many more individuals attempting suicide. The day, initiated by the International Association […]
Free skilled work placements
Skilled volunteering is a great way for people to share time in a way that really helps community work to grow. If someone works professionally in a job doing things like: HR, digital skills, marketing, PR, project management, etc. they might not even realise that spending a few hours each week helping a charity with […]
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