Morrisons are selling boxes of unsold fruit and veg, bakery and deli items worth at least £10 for £3.09. NB The boxes are selling out fast. The best time to get a box is the evening before - it is then reserved for collection the following evening. Read more
As a Solent Credit Union (Solent Community Bank) customer you don't need to worry, as your money is safe. FSCS (Financial Services Compensation Scheme) will automatically pay back your money, according to the account details they receive from the credit union. They will contact you by post. Click for more details. Read more
Catching cancer early gives you a better chance of recovery. There are some really helpful guides here about spotting symptoms and attending screening. Read more
The electronic prescription service (EPS) will be rolled out nationally next month, following rigorous testing involving 60 GP practices and hundreds of pharmacies. Read more
A new report highlights hidden challenges pushing informal, family carers of people with conditions such as Down’s syndrome to breaking point. Article dated Thursday 28 November 2019 Read more
With a General Election taking place in December 2019, Carers UK are calling on all political parties, and all Parliamentary candidates, to commit to improving the lives of the UK’s 6.5 million unpaid carers over the next five years. Ahead of polling day, Carers UK have created a manifesto which outlines the top priorities unpaid carers want to see delivered by the next Government. It outlines why the UK’s unpaid carers are in desperate need of increased support and recognition and what needs t Read more
Southampton City Council have launched new online Carer Aware training to support residents to recognise the types of caring roles. Read more
Communicare announces its 11th Tree of Light campaign, feauring three festive trees in different city locations, covered in twinkling, sponsored lights to commemorate loved ones. Official launch by the Mayor of Southampton, Councillor Peter Baillie, on Wednesday, December 4. Read more
In the latest phase of its £6.5bn investment for customers, British Airways has launched a dedicated customer care team for travellers who require additional assistance to ensure every journey they take with the airline is as straightforward and stress-free as possible. Phone: 0800 408 1100 from Monday to Saturday, 09:00 to 17:00 Read more
Have your say on draft budget proposals for 2020/21 and onwards to 2022/23 Read more
We have a new partnership with the Citizens Advice Service and Age UK Southampton who will now be running helpdesks at Cafe Down the Lane and at our Carers Lunches. Click for more details. Read more
Southern Health have produced LIFE cards as part of their suicide and self-harm prevention work. These are credit card size and can discreetly fit into wallets, phone pouches, pockets or hand bags. This means that people can have direct access to advice, help and support when they need it. Read more