Care and health news archive
- Colleagues and local voluntary sector services sleep out to help out
Colleagues from Wokingham Borough Council and local voluntary sector services are getting their sleeping bags and blankets ready for a night under the stars in Howard Palmer Gardens to raise money...
22 November 2022
- Committed to tackling all forms of gender based violence
To coincide with White Ribbon Day and the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on 25 November, Wokingham Borough Council has reaffirmed its commitment to tackling all forms...
17 November 2022
- Work continues to provide most efficient service
Wokingham Borough Council, like all local government organisations across the UK, is facing huge financial challenges to ensure vital services are protected and its residents receive the help and...
17 November 2022
- Proposed adult social care reform from central government could cost council £25million a year
The borough council is continuing to campaign on behalf of residents over the proposed adult social care funding and reform.
15 November 2022
- Partnership to reduce period poverty and menstrual waste
Wokingham Borough Council is partnering with local businesses and charities to help reduce period poverty and help to get more people using reusable sanitary products.
14 November 2022
- Supporting residents with additional needs
As part of Occupational Therapy Week, Wokingham Borough Council is reinforcing its commitment to support residents with additional needs to stay in their homes for longer where suitable
10 November 2022
- Run a warm space this winter
Organisations and groups wanting to run warm spaces in Wokingham Borough this winter are being asked to come forward. The Hardship Alliance is coordinating this response to ensure anyone struggling...
10 November 2022
- The development of a violence against women and girls strategy given the go ahead
The development of a borough wide Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Strategy has been approved by the council's executive committee which outlines the council's commitment to tackling all forms...
08 November 2022
- Supporting male victims of domestic abuse
To coincide with Supporting Male Victims of Domestic Abuse Day on 2 November, Wokingham Borough Council is working in partnership with national charity Mankind Initiative, to promote the help and...
02 November 2022
- Even more schools sign up to Active Movement scheme
More children in Wokingham Borough will be getting active by adding standing and movement to their daily routine in the classroom.
24 October 2022
- Domestic abuse prevention convention inspires, educates and empowers
Council officers and members joined attendees from across the borough, as part of domestic violence awareness month, to better understand how we can work together to support victims and survivors of...
19 October 2022
- Get help with cost of living
Help is available for those struggling due to the cost of living crisis in Wokingham borough.
13 October 2022
- Covid-19 vaccine clinic relocates from old library
The dedicated Covid-19 vaccine clinic in Wokingham Borough will be moving to Shute End from Thursday 6 October.
03 October 2022
- Deputy Mayor to brave the shave for cancer charity
Cllr Beth Rowland, the Deputy Mayor of Wokingham Borough, is going to have her head shaved in public to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.
21 September 2022
- Protecting those in need and sound finances
Local councils across the country, including Wokingham Borough, are facing their worst financial pressure for generations, with rampant inflation, reducing income and the increasing need to help...
21 September 2022
- New leisure centre becomes breastfeeding friendly venue
Wokingham Leisure Centre @ Carnival Hub, Wokingham Borough Council's new flagship community building, has become a breastfeeding friendly venue.
31 August 2022
- Free open day at Cantley Park to encourage love of fitness
Wokingham Borough Council's Sport and Leisure team are running a series of free activities to celebrate National Fitness Day (21 September).
30 August 2022
- Changes to Council Tax Energy Rebate schemes
Residents are being urged to check their eligibility for the £150 council tax energy rebate payment as the scheme for households in council tax bands A to D comes to an end on Friday 30 September,...
19 August 2022
- New dementia care home set to come to Toutley East
A new 68 bed specialist dementia care home at Toutley East is on track to open in a few years-time following approval of the business and procurement case at last Thursday's (28 July) executive...
02 August 2022
- Still time to claim your energy rebate
With nearly £5 million of council tax energy rebates already paid, the council is encouraging all remaining eligible households to apply now to make sure they receive their rebate as well.
22 July 2022
