Care and health news archive
- Toutley East planning application approved
Proposals to provide Wokingham borough residents with state-of-the-art specialist dementia care home in the local area took a step forward this week as the Toutley East planning application was...
14 July 2022
- Keep out those rays and be sun safe
Wokingham Borough Council is highlighting the risks of developing skin cancer through tanning and sunburn as warm weather and extended sunny spells become more familiar.
06 July 2022
- Warm welcome for new arrivals
All residents are invited to join an event to welcome new arrivals to Wokingham Borough. The event, named “Wokingham Borough Welcomes New Arrivals”, is run by the council in partnership with its...
05 July 2022
- First Census results coming soon
The first results from last year's Census will be published on Tuesday, 28 June, giving communities across Wokingham Borough a glimpse of how the population has changed.
27 June 2022
- Carers treated and supported during week of events
Carers were celebrated, fed and pampered to mark National Carers Week (6-12 June), which was all about ensuring they are visible, valued and supported.
21 June 2022
- Putting your views at the heart of health and social care
Do you use health or social care services? Healthwatch Wokingham Borough is your local champion, here to help people make their voices heard.
16 June 2022
- Sign up for free exercise classes at open day
A free open day is being held at Cantley Park in Wokingham for people who have not yet tried our over-55s SHINE activities.
13 June 2022
- 'My son held hands with a Ukrainian girl as we helped her get to her first day at school'
Almost 200 Ukrainian refugees have arrived in Wokingham Borough during the last six weeks, with hundreds more expected in the coming months. We've created a team of case workers who help host...
17 May 2022
- Charities and Covid heroes championed by Mayor at voluntary sector reception
Representatives from more than 35 voluntary groups, as well as some of the borough's Covid-19 Roll of Honour heroes, came together for a special reception hosted by the Borough Mayor, Cllr Keith...
16 May 2022
- Crowdfunding appeal launched to help young Ukrainian refugees
We have launched the Chance to Thrive fundraising appeal to help young refugees fleeing Ukraine to make the best start they can to life in Wokingham Borough.
12 May 2022
- New Covid-19 vaccination centre to open in Wokingham this weekend
A new walk-in Covid-19 vaccination centre will open at the Wokingham Library this Friday (18 February), to help make access to the vaccine easier for residents.
16 February 2022
- £280,000 boost for prevention services in Wokingham Borough
Wokingham Borough Council has boosted its adult social care prevention programme working with the voluntary, community and faith sector (VCFS) by an additional £280,000 from this year to £2.1million...
01 February 2022
- Make your views heard through Adult Social Care survey
Wokingham Borough Council is encouraging residents to take part in a national survey on the Adult Social Care services they receive.
31 January 2022
- New charity and community hub opens its doors
The Wokingham Charity and Community Hub has been officially opened by the Mayor of Wokingham Borough. Cllr Keith Baker MBE cut the ribbon on the new centre on Friday (28 January), which is the new...
31 January 2022
- Christmas and New Year opening times announced
We have announced our office opening hours for the Christmas and New Year period.
07 December 2021
- Help doesn't stop here: One Front Door still supporting residents this winter
Wokingham Borough Council is reminding residents that support is available for anyone who is worried about paying for essential costs, or who needs some extra help this winter.
06 December 2021
- Building a brighter future with Optalis as it becomes provider of choice
It has been ten years since we set up our adult social care company Optalis and our vision is to grow and develop the portfolio of services it offers residents.
24 November 2021
- Cranstoun launches app to help Wokingham residents track their drinking
Cranstoun, Wokingham Borough's substance misuse service, has launched the 'Lower My Drinking' app to help support residents to understand and manage their drinking. Free to download, the app...
16 November 2021
- Staying warm and well this winter
Winter conditions can be bad for our health, especially for people aged 65 or older, and those with long-term health conditions. But help is here to keep you warm and well.
02 November 2021
- Statement on high Covid-19 case rates in the borough
Covid-19 infection rates are nearly the highest they've ever been in the borough and are continuing to rise. The cases are predominantly impacting school-age children and their families.
19 October 2021
