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Keeping healthy and well during the cold weather

We have gathered advice on ways to keep your home warm, efficient, and safe (and the support available to you to do so), and how best to look after yourself and others through the cold months.

Council news | 01 Dec 23

Reducing stigma and increasing access to HIV services and treatment

Friday 1 December marks World AIDS Day. Along with our sexual health service providers, we are calling for a reduction in rates of undiagnosed and late diagnosed HIV infections by making sure everyone has access to essential services and treatment.

Council news | 30 Nov 23

Pharmacy closures in Hampton North

We are aware of the recent closure of two pharmacies in the Hampton North area and are working closely with system partners, including the NHS, to review this.

Council news | 29 Nov 23

Strawberry Hill Residents Association to host carols in the village

On Friday 8 December 2023, celebrate Christmas in Strawberry Hill at the annual carol singing event and Christmas light switch on.

Community news | Strawberry Hill Residents Association | 29 Nov 23

Take part in Giving Tuesday 2023

The global movement, Giving Tuesday, takes place on Tuesday 28 November and there are a number of ways you can join in.

Community news | Giving Tuesday | 28 Nov 23

Bring care home residents twice the happy new year!

Did you know that research shows older care home residents are twice as likely to feel lonely as older people living in the community?

Community news | Embracing Age | 28 Nov 23

Have your say on proposals to improve public courtyard space in East Sheen

Richmond residents, businesses and visitors are invited to feedback by 5 December on the proposed improvements to public space near Sheen Lane.

Council news | 27 Nov 23

Celebrating trees this National Tree Week

Richmond is home to vast green spaces and beautiful acres of woodland. This National Tree Week, we’re celebrating the immense benefits of our trees, the start of this year’s tree planting season, and the launch of our revamped tree management policy.

Council news | 27 Nov 23

Christmas presents needed for young care leavers

Cocoon, Care After Care are holding their annual Christmas Day Dinner for young care leavers to celebrate their resilience and create positive memories.

Community news | Cocoon, Care After Care | 24 Nov 23

Visit the Vineyard Community and Richmond Foodbank's Christmas Fair

On Saturday 2 December, enjoy an afternoon of children's crafts and activities, mulled wine and festive fun at the Vineyard Community and Richmond Foodbank's Christmas Fair.

Community news | Vineyard Community | 24 Nov 23

Carers Rights Day – your rights today, tomorrow and in the future

Carers Rights Day is on Thursday 23 November 2023 and is a time to highlight the rights of unpaid carers and help raise awareness of how they can get the support they are entitled to.

Council news | 23 Nov 23

Come along to the Barnes Health Fair

Ruils Independent Living charity are holding their first health and wellbeing fair in Barnes on Friday 24 November 2023 from 12.30 to 3:30pm.

Community news | Ruils | 23 Nov 23

Have yourself a local little Christmas

A Taste of Twickenham and The Cabbage Patch present 'Have Yourself A Local, Little Twickmas!'

Community news | A Taste of Twickenham | 23 Nov 23

Visit our Health Bus and get ‘winter strong’ ahead of the holidays

The drop-in health bus will visit locations across Richmond upon Thames this November and December, with the NHS on hand to offer seasonal vaccinations to eligible residents.

Council news | 21 Nov 23

Show an Act of Kindness this Christmas

To help lift the spirits of local carers, Crossroads Care Richmond and Kingston upon Thames is running its Show an Act of Kindness appeal for a third Christmas running.

Community news | Crossroads Care | 20 Nov 23

Celebrate Carers Rights Day with Richmond Borough Mind

Are you caring for someone with mental health difficulties? Come and join us to celebrate the important role carers play in society and discover more about their rights.

Community news | Richmond Borough Mind | 15 Nov 23

All Types Can Save Lives campaign appeals for plasma donors

An NHS campaign is seeking more people to become donors at the Twickenham plasma donor centre.

Community news | NHS Blood and Transplant | 14 Nov 23

Mayor attends Richmond in Europe Association's 46th Annual General Meeting

The Mayor, Councillor Suzette Nicholson, attended the meeting at the Salon, York House in her role as the English patron of the Association.

Community news | Richmond in Europe Association | 13 Nov 23

Free warm homes packs available for eligible residents to save on energy bills

As the cost of energy continues to rise, we have funded the distribution of warm homes packs to offer residents who need it most the support to keep their homes warm and more energy efficient this winter.

Council news | 07 Nov 23