social care

27 Mar 2019

How this apartment was made to feel like home again

This lovely, tidy apartment has quite a story behind it. Because, just a year ago, it looked very different. An outreach team has helped …

28 Feb 2019

Peace of mind with Careline

Would you like the reassurance that comes from knowing that help for you or a loved one is always just a phone call away, …

1 Feb 2019

Foodbanks, Brexit and more

I have seen how foodbanks have become the hub of some people’s lives as they struggle to make ends meet and put food on …

28 Jan 2019

Foodbank providing lifeline to those in crisis

“We don’t think anyone in our community should have to face going hungry,” said the manager of the local foodbank offering emergency food and …

30 Nov 2018

‘I can have my own life, too’ – helping carers

Today (Friday) is Carers’ Rights Day. Around 1,800 carers are supported by Ealing Council and we spoke to two of them to find out …

6 Oct 2017

Staying balanced to avoid falls

Falls and fall-related injuries are a common and serious problem for older people. They can lead to injuries, distress and loss of independence. They …

7 Aug 2017

Better health services: It starts with you

From concerned mums to passionate pensioners, thousands of ordinary people all across the borough are sharing their experiences to help hard-pressed hospitals, GP surgeries …

22 Jun 2017

Social care: Funding crisis needs national solution

In this short video, council leader Julian Bell explains what Ealing Council has been doing to tackle the crisis in funding for social care …

23 May 2017

School children learn about dementia

Last week was Dementia Awareness Week, and local schools have been working with a day care centre for older people so pupils can learn …

27 Feb 2017

Social care funding gap, and council tax

It is critical that we find a way to pay for social care services, whether its home care for the disabled or dementia support. …

10 Jun 2016

Out of isolation

Loneliness can have a huge impact on a person’s health, which is why Ealing Council has pledged to work with the NHS and other …

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social care

How this apartment was made to feel like home again

Peace of mind with Careline

Foodbanks, Brexit and more

Foodbank providing lifeline to those in crisis

‘I can have my own life, too’ – helping carers

Staying balanced to avoid falls

Better health services: It starts with you

Social care: Funding crisis needs national solution

School children learn about dementia

Social care funding gap, and council tax

Out of isolation

Locations

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