We would like to take this opportunity to say that we hope that you had a blessed and Happy Eid and able to share and celebrate with your loved ones.  

Please see key contact information and numbers over the Easter bank holiday period for Coventry Adult Social Care:

• it will be business as usual until 5pm on Thursday 2 April 2026
• from 5pm on Thursday 2 April 2026 until 8:30am on Tuesday 7 April 2026, support will be provided by the Council's Emergency Duty Team (EDT).
• the Mental Health Crisis Team will be open throughout

Coventry City Councils Emergency Duty Team (EDT) will be available for out of hours response throughout this period. After this period (Tuesday 7 April 2026) it will revert to the standard 7 day working week.

Relevant contact information for the services during the closure is as follows:

• Community Social Work - (024) 7683 3003
• Hospital Social Work - (024) 7696 5600
• EDT - (024) 7683 2222
• Crisis Team - Public line: 0300 200 0011

Local elections are happening in Coventry on Thursday 7 May and every seat on the Council is up for election.

From repairing roads and looking after the homeless to helping people find employment, the Council delivers services you use every day.

Registering to vote is simple, quick and can be done online. 

A number of accessibility options are available at Polling Stations to help everyone have their say. 

Young Carers Action Day took place on Wednesday 11 March 2026, with the theme being 'Fair Futures for Young Carers', a call to ensure every young carer has the same chances to learn, grow and thrive as their peers.

Young carers often have so much responsibility on their shoulders. They need the right support to reach their potential. 

Young Carers Action Day 2026 was a fantastic day and a great opportunity to raise awareness of the young carers we support.

Some of the team spent the day travelling across the city visiting different schools to meet their amazing young carers. It was also a brilliant opportunity to launch our Bear2Care mascot, Jerry.

The children loved being able to share a high five and have a cuddle with him. The day also helped raise awareness within schools, with some assemblies taking place throughout the week to support schools in identifying any hidden young carers.

Bridgit Care recognises the complex challenges that unpaid carers face and their online platform is specifically designed to support carers throughout their caring journey, offering resources for personal well-being, employment, and financial guidance.

Bridgit also connects carers with local support networks, services, and events, ensuring that they always have a community to rely on, which is why Coventry City Council has commissioned Bridgit Care to support carers in the city.

Carers' Trust Heart of England are inviting you to attend their walking group being held on Tuesday 21 April from 12pm to 1pm at War Memorial Park, Kenilworth Road, Coventry CV3 6PT.

Meeting point: outside the visitor centre.

Stay active, enjoy a gentle stroll and meet new friends at our friendly walking group.

For more information please email the team or give them a call on 02476 632972, selecting option 1.

Act on Energy are encouraging more residents to sign up for the Priority Services Register.

Could you benefit from extra support?

• would a power cut endanger your safety?
• do you rely on electrical equipment for your mobility, medication or health?
• would a cold home have seriouis effects on your health?
• do you struggle to communicate over the phone?

If you answered “yes” to any of those questions, you should sign up for The Prioirty Services Register.

This is a free service that can support vulnerable residents with day-to-day communication with their supplier and provide additional assistance in emergency situations.

Call 0800 988 2881 to speak to a member of the team.

Healthy Lifestyles Coventry continues to provide free support to help Coventry residents make positive lifestyle changes and improve their overall health and wellbeing. We recognise that carers play an incredibly important role in supporting others, and it’s vital that carers also have access to support for their own health.

Our team regularly delivers outreach across the city to make our services as accessible as possible. This includes attending community hubs, libraries, Job Shop sessions, healthcare settings such as UHCW Hospital and the Walk-In Centre, as well as local community and wellbeing events. These sessions provide opportunities for residents to speak with the team directly, learn about available support, and find out how they can take steps towards a healthier lifestyle.

One of our key areas of support is helping people to stop smoking through our Stop For Life service. Quitting smoking is one of the best things a person can do to improve their health, and our service offers personalised support to help individuals on their quit journey.

As part of this support, we are able to offer access to varenicline, a clinically approved medication that can help reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms when stopping smoking. When combined with behavioural support from our trained advisors, this treatment can significantly increase the chances of successfully quitting.

Our team can provide one-to-one support, guidance, and access to helpful tools such as the Stop For Life app to support people throughout their quit journey.

If you are a carer and would like support with stopping smoking or improving your overall health and wellbeing, our team would be happy to help.

To find out more or refer yourself to the service, or call 0800 122 3780.

The Coping with Caring course aims to raise awareness and understanding of how the caring role can impact on many aspects of your life. The course looks at ways you can look after yourself as well as continuing to support and promote the independence of the person you care for.

Learning outcomes:

• to increase awareness of the roles and responsibilities of being a Carer in the UK and to look at how these roles affect us
• to consider and develop some techniques for coping and helping ourselves as well as those we care for
• to look at your rights as a Carer and places to seek additional support  

Aimed at:

Anyone who is currently caring for a friend or family member and is experiencing increased stress.

Course tutors:

Staff from Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust and Heart of England Carers Trust.

When:

Wednesday 10 June 2026 from 10am to midday, online.

Course duration:

Two hour session, 10am to midday.

Do you need to make a formal NHS complaint and unsure on how to start the process? The Independent Health Complaints Advocacy Service is here for you!

They can: 

• help guide you through the complaints process 
• help explain what it is that has happened 
• discuss your options with you 
• help you with the actual complaints process 
• in certain circumstances, we can submit a complaint on your behalf 

Find out more about the support or if you would like to be contacted by the service, please email or call: 0300 561 0770. 

If you use GPs, hospitals, dentists, pharmacies, care homes or other services, we want to hear about your experiences. Whether good or bad, speak up, and let us help NHS and social care services understand issues that are affecting care for you and others.

We currently are doing a 6 week programme with Outpatients at UHCW, Do you have any experiences with Outpatients you could share with us?

Please take 5 minutes to share your story with us.

Are you a carer looking after someone with a life-limiting illness?

Would you like to attend our 5 week 'Listening Ear' carers support group?

Our person led group is facilitated by trained nurses and volunteers and provides a safe space outside your circle of family and friends where you can speak honestly.

It is an opportunity to gain support from others in the same situation as you. The group is held at all 3 Myton Sites in Coventry, Rugby and Warwick on Fridays from 10am to 11:30am.

All support provided is free of charge and no referral is needed. We are here to help you!

To find your nearest venue and when the next course starts visit our website, email the team or give us a call on 01788 550085.

In collaboration with Marie Curie, The Myton Hospices support line provides general practical and clinical information, as well as emotional support for people living with or caring for someone with a life-limiting illness.

Support is also available for people experiencing bereavement following the death of a loved one with a life limiting illness.

The service is available to anyone with a life-limiting illness, their families or carers, you do not have to be known to Myton to access this free support, but it is also available to those who have accessed Myton Service, and their loved ones.

The Support Line is operated by a multi-disciplinary team of information and support officers, registered nurses, bereavement support specialists and trained volunteers.

Call 01926 351761 Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm (Bank Holiday 10am to 2pm) and Saturday 10am to 4pm.

Who is the FAB programme for? 

The FAB programme is designed to support people aged over 18 who have a life limiting illness which causes breathlessness and fatigue.

The FAB programme takes place at The Myton Hospices and brings together small groups of people who experience breathlessness and fatigue.

The FAB programme aims to improve your confidence in managing your breathlessness and fatigue, enabling you to reduce your anxiety, improve your confidence and regain some sense of control.

A core element of the programme is to have a the opportunity to talk through your circumstances with staff and other people experiencing similar symptoms. 

The FAB programme includes practical strategies for you to use to help manage your breathlessness and fatigue. 

If you are interseted in attending a FAB programme please speak to a health care professional involved in your carew to fond out if a referral would be appropraite.