Living in a cold home can harm health and can make a range of health conditions worse. It can also impact on mental wellbeing.

Residents who struggle to afford the energy needed to keep warm and well in their own home may be eligible for a free warm home check.

Click for more information on the service, advice on keeping warm and well, and to find out how to get in touch.

Have your say on the NHS Long Term Plan at two engagement events hosted by Eastbourne, Hailsham and Seaford Clinical Commissioning Group and Hastings and Rother Clinical Commissioning Group.

Following the publication of the NHS Long Term Plan earlier this month, these events are an opportunity to discuss and share your views on priorities for the future.

Date: Wednesday 13 March 2019  Time: 14.00-16.00  Venue: Manor Barn, 4 De La Warr Road, Bexhill-on-Sea TN40 2JA Book here via Eventbrite

Date: Friday 15 March 2019  Time: 10.00-12.00  Venue: Hailsham Civic Centre, Vicarage Lane, Hailsham BN27 2AX Book here via Eventbrite

In February Care for the Carers is hosting a free event in Eastbourne – the Carers Forum –  supported by funding from East Sussex County Council, where residents can join other family and friend carers from across the county.

There will be the opportunity to share personal experiences, and hear from local organisations and carers, to ensure attendees are receiving support and information about the issues that matter to them.

Find out how to register.

In 2017, we told you about Health and Wellbeing Community Hubs launched in Hastings and Bexhill.

The Hubs have a wealth of knowledge on what’s happening in the community, run free courses, host events and have a range of volunteering opportunities.

One year down the line, find out how the Hubs are helping their local communities.

We’re committed to making sure residents are aware of their rights and available choices concerning  health and care.

This is important so people can feel empowered to make decisions.

To get the full benefit from local services, it’s really important to give careful consideration to all the options available. 

Read how to make an informed choice, and the tools available to help.

Whether it’s sticking with a new years’ resolution, quitting smoking, or making healthy changes to your diet – there’s a range of support out there to help you improve your health and wellbeing in 2019.

Visit the ESBT website to read about the free, online 'How Are You' quiz, how to get a 'Personal Quit Plan' for stopping smoking, and where to get advice on making a swap when you shop to reduce sugar intake.