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

The Family Information Hub has been co-produced with local families and professionals and it contains information for four distinct groups: 

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.

NHS 111 – makeusbetter.net/london111/ 
NHS Out of Hours - makeusbetter.net/outofhours/ 

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.

For more information, please click here.
 

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

To view the document, click here.
 

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. This role has been described as life-changing, offering volunteers a chance to be truly valued and make a difference.

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.

For more information, click here to view the flyer.
 

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. 

To view the information flyer, click here.
 

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:

The East and North London Hubs mobility advice service is supported by the Department of Transport and can provide tailored, bespoke advice and information to disabled and older people who can not or do not wish to drive and need assistance with accessible transport options. 

What is Local Area Coordination?
Local Area Coordination is a community-based approach that helps people stay strong, safe, and connected. It focuses on building relationships and supporting individuals to achieve their goals.