Care team nominated for national accolade
The Inspired to Care team was a finalist for the Outstanding Contribution to Social Care Award
Mental Health Wellbeing and Recovery Support Service relaunched
The service provides a first point of access for people who need mental health support
Thousands of Leicestershire pensioners eligible for £100 payment
The voucher can be exchanged for cash at any PayPoint retailer by 16 December.
People are asked to use water wisely after the driest July in since 1911
With no meaningful rain forecast, water company bosses are appealing for people's help to protect supplies through the heatwave
Still time to have your say on plans to support carers in Leicestershire
A consultation ends on July 31
Council funds projects to help support vulnerable people
Grants of up to £10,000 have been awarded to 53 groups and organisations
Simple advice can help vulnerable stay well during the hot weather
For further details, please see the NHS heatwave advice
Find out more about our carers' strategy at Leicester City's King Power Stadium
Drop in and see us on Wednesday July 13
Extremely tough financial decisions ahead for county council as spiralling inflation bites
“Though no decisions have yet been taken I want to level with people about the frightening financial situation we face.”
Have your say on the proposed Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Carers Strategy
It is estimated there are 100,000 carers in Leicestershire
Lord Lieutenant's Young Person of the Year 2022 winner announced
The achievements of some extraordinary young people have been recognised
Grants available for community schemes to help vulnerable and disadvantaged people in Leicestershire
A pot of £600,000 is available for schemes and projects that help people who are struggling
New technology is helping keep elderly and vulnerable adults in Leicestershire safe in their own homes
Round-the-clock remote monitoring means help can be summoned if people need need it
Partners band together to support Ukrainian refugees
Support includes accommodation, safeguarding, healthcare, education, translation and employment
Friendship group for people with learning disabilities reunites
A friendship group for people with learning disabilities, along with their carers and friends, is reaching out further now they’re meeting face to face again after moving to online meetings during the Covid pandemic.
Leicestershire mobilises to support Ukrainian refugees fleeing the Russian invasion
"We must be ready to help", says county council leader Nick Rushton