News

Take part in Carers Week 2023

Carers Week 2023 takes place from Monday 5 to Sunday 11 June, and there will be a variety of activities, workshops, and events to provide carers with information, support, and opportunities for respite.

Council news | 01 Jun 23

Do you want to get into running this summer?

Do you want to get fitter? Do you want to relieve stress? Do you want to enjoy yourself? Do you want to make new friends? If the answer is yes to any of these questions, you should join the Kew Couch to 5K+ programme!

Community news | The Avenue Club, Kew | 26 May 23

Spring booster walk-in clinics available locally in May and June

Eligible residents will be able to access their spring booster, as well as first and second doses of the COVID-19 jab, at regular walk-in clinics around the borough.

Council news | 22 May 23

Steps you can take which may reduce your risk of dementia

We're launching the Think Brain Health campaign in Richmond upon Thames, to increase awareness of the healthy behaviours you can adopt which may reduce your risk of getting dementia.

Council news | 15 May 23

Improved sexual health and HIV prevention service has launched for residents

An improved sexual health and HIV prevention service has launched across South West London, including Richmond upon Thames, which aims to make sexual health services and information more bespoke and easily accessible for all members of our communities, particularly those identified as high-risk.

Council news | 28 Apr 23

Spring COVID-19 booster pop up clinics coming to borough

On Thursday 27 and Friday 28 April, eligible residents will be able to access their spring booster without an appointment at two community pop-up clinics. The clinics will take place at Richmond and Hillcroft Adult Community College in Richmond, and York House in Twickenham.

Council news | 17 Apr 23

Accessing pharmacy and GP services over Easter weekend

If you need medical support over the bank holiday weekend, your local health services are here to help.

Council news | 06 Apr 23

Spring COVID-19 booster vaccine programme launched for those considered most vulnerable

Starting this week, spring COVID-19 jabs have become available for people aged over 75, those with a weakened immune system and older adult care home residents.

Community news | NHS Richmond | 06 Apr 23

Students take part in the NHS Careers Fair

The NHS Careers Fair came to Richmond upon Thames College (RuTC) to encourage recruitment among young people into various NHS roles, from non-medical business roles such as administration and communications to midwifery, nursing and paediatrics.

Community news | Richmond Upon Thames College | 31 Mar 23

Find out more about career opportunities in Primary Care

Are you interested in working in Primary Care? Multicultural Richmond are hosting an online event for anyone who would like to learn more.

Community news | Multicultural Richmond | 30 Mar 23

Take part in a free neurological music therapy group

The Otakar Kraus Music Trust and Integrated Neurological Services are partnering to provide a free eight week music therapy group for clients with neurological conditions, such as stroke, Parkinson’s or MS, and their carers.

Community news | The Otakar Kraus Music Trust | 29 Mar 23

Health and Wellbeing Fair at Whitton Community Centre

Visiting Angels South Middlesex will host a Health and Wellbeing Fair on Friday 31 March.

Community news | Visiting Angels South Middlesex | 24 Mar 23

Join us for a free walk-in community health fair in Ham

We are once again partnering with local charity Ruils Independent Living to host the Ham Community Health Fair for residents on Friday 31 March.

Council news | 16 Mar 23

The Dignity in Care Awards are back and open for nominations

Do you know someone who should be recognised for the compassion and dignity with which they carry out their role as a paid carer or care worker? Nominate them today for a Dignity in Care Award.

Council news | 14 Mar 23

Peer support roles available at Richmond Borough Mind

Richmond Borough Mind are looking for people with experience of mental health issues or caring, as well as professional skills and knowledge, to fill five support roles.

Community news | Richmond Borough Mind | 10 Mar 23

NHS urge parents to ensure children are up to date with immunisations

Parents across London are being urged to ensure their children are up to date with routine immunisations, particularly mumps, measles, and rubella (MMR) and polio.

Community news | NHS | 08 Mar 23

Get 24/7 access to a range of NHS services through the NHS App

Created by NHS England, the free digital platform is a simple and secure way for patients to take more control over their health and care.

Community news | NHS | 03 Mar 23

COVID-19 and flu vaccine pop-up clinics schedule for March

Eligible residents who would like to get a COVID-19 or flu jab can do so at a series of regular pop-up clinics being held in the borough.

Council news | 02 Mar 23

Homelink Day Respite Centre looking for volunteers

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a difference?

Community news | Homelink | 27 Feb 23

Come chat with a local pharmacist on our Community Health Bus this March

Residents can access blood pressure checks, support to stop smoking, preventative health advice from a local pharmacist, free COVID-19 testing kits and more free services on our Community Health Bus, which will be returning to Richmond upon Thames for three dates in March.

Council news | 23 Feb 23