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Shaping Our Lives has been given some money from the National Lottery Community Fund to do research about the impacts of the Covid19 pandemic. This, their second survey, is about using technology for keeping in touch, having meetings and appointments during the Covid19 pandemic and […]

The National Academy for Social Prescribing (NASP) has been awarded £5 million in funding to support people to stay connected and maintain their health and wellbeing following the COVID-19 pandemic. Working with partners, including the Arts Council England, Natural England, Money and Pensions Service, NHS […]

When it comes to volunteers in the NHS saying “Thank you” is a very important way to celebrate their work. Which is why they want to shout from the rooftops about the amazing work volunteers in our NHS do every single day. With your help, […]

The latest VCS Emergencies Partnership Fortnightly Bulletin is now available to read. Please click here to view the bulletin

As we move into recovery post-COVID-19, we know that Primary Care Networks and Social Prescribing will be vital sources of support for children, young people and families affected by the pandemic and lockdown. The Young People’s Health Partnership is part of the Health and Wellbeing […]

In advance of Eid al-Adha, the Government has released a ‘Special religious services and gatherings COVID-19 checklist’, which highlights key principles from existing guidance that should be observed during the festival. As always, please ensure you follow and implement the latest guidance for places of worship […]

The British Red Cross have released a new report, Access to food in emergencies: learning from COVID-19.  Since the COVID-19 crisis began, there has been an immense collective effort to support people affected by the pandemic. Together, we have worked tirelessly to ensure vulnerable people […]

Carers Trust have released their No Longer Able to Care report and resources. The report looks at the importance of supporting carers to plan for a future when they are less able or unable to care and the resources help commissioners, providers and frontline staff […]

Public Health England is conducting an evidence review on social prescribing approaches for migrant populations in England in collaboration with University College London (UCL) and International Organization for Migration (IOM). Social prescribing is a major component of the NHS England Long Term Plan and Universal […]

Engaging Locally Toolkit We are excited to be partnering with YourNeighbour.org to launch Engaging Locally — a new toolkit designed to help church leaders engage with their local authorities in service of their local communities. Communities benefit when local authorities and churches have strong working […]