Announcements

The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC) gives most of its old IT gear to charities like the Good Things Foundation. But now, we’ve found some extra tech that can go to local organisations.

The London Office of Technology and Innovation (LOTI) warmly invites VCSE organisations working directly with communities or in social care to their design sprints, aimed at bringing innovations to health and social care for Londoners.

According to local health data, approximately 10-15% of the population aged 65 and above in north west London are living with moderate to severe frailty. This equates to roughly 160,000 individuals who require comprehensive and proactive care.

ACEVO and NCVO are working with the

RBKC's directory brings together information and guidance for Kensington and Chelsea families and the professionals working with them.

Whatever kind of experience residents have had with NHS services or staff, they would love to hear from those who have used the NHS 111 or Out-of-Hours Service. 

The NHS are asking residents to give feedback on any improvements, concerns, or compliments.

Community Corner is a service run by the NHS aiming to combat social isolation and help people to live well in their communities.

Every Thursday at Violet Melchett, the NHS run activities to promote health and wellbeing, including art, yoga and mindfulness classes.

Local Safeguarding Children Partnership (LSCP) have released a document setting out updates to the London Safeguarding Children Procedure for September 2024.

RBKC are looking for people to join as an Independent Visitor and positively impact the lives of children and young people in care (ages 10-25). By providing a consistent, supportive, and fun presence,  Independent Visitors help build their confidence and create lasting memories.

The Caring Hands Project is a culturally specific health project for Sub-Saharan African residents of North Kensington. Providing arts & crafts, coffee and tea mornings, walking groups and cooking of healthy African food.

Kensington + Chelsea Foundation have released a resources leaflet titled 'Worrying about money?', including important contact details for advice services, emergency cash support etc.

The flyer includes resident eligibility criteria and information for referral partners. 

City Living, Local Life (CLLL) is a ward-based community programme that helps residents improve their neighbourhoods by creating opportunities for conversations and providing funding for community activities. 

As part of City Living, Local Life you can: