7 December 2021
 How Sachin went from inactive to active with One You Hounslow Rewards.
Sachin K who lives in the London Borough of Hounslow joined the challenge in early November, and in just a few weeks has made some amazing changes to his day to day activity.
"Before I took part in the One You Hounslow challenge I was exercising just 1 day a week, but now I'm out walking and being active multiple times every day.
Not only am I walking to and from school, I'm going on extra walks in the evening with my friend from Sixth Form. The benefits of participating in the challenge are it has helped me to feel much stronger and walk for longer. It has reduced my stress levels, improved my mood, plus I'm sleeping better as a result of the time outdoors and exercise. The walking has enabled me to spend more time with my friend and improved my confidence."
One You Hounslow powered by BetterPoints is a reward programme with a difference.
With BetterPoints you can see your points accumulate on the app for your efforts, it will also share news of what is going on in your area to help you to get active.
Earn BetterPoints by logging a range of activities on the app. Then redeem them for high street rewards or donate to a charity.
So get out there and start earning rewards for your activities and feel better today!
 The Council is using Welcome Back Funding to support festive events organised by local community groups in the borough's four main town centres.
Enjoy the festive activities: everything from a spectacular Christmas market in Chiswick House & Gardens, festive Crafternoons for the family at Gunnersbury Park Museum, to Christmas dinners at local pubs and Christmas classics in The Chiswick Cinema.
For more information on these and and other festive events taking place near you, please see inhounslow.com, which is a really useful source of information about events taking place across the borough.
 Did you know that there are grants, benefits and sources of advice to make your home more energy efficient, improve your heating or help with bills. The Better Homes, Better Health provides a free package of support to help Hounslow residents improve their homes, keep warm and save money on energy bills.
Free home visits may be available.
Call the number on 0300 365 3005 for further advice.
 Are you interested in an apprenticeship and want to find out more?
Or do you know someone who is interested in an apprenticeship?
Work Hounslow will be running a series of bi-weekly Apprenticeship workshop sessions for residents.
The workshops will look into:
- What is involved in an apprenticeship?
- What is the eligibility?
- What types of apprenticeship opportunities are available?
- What's next & how can Work Hounslow support?
Last session: 15th December 2021, 1pm-2pm at Kingsley Academy
 Are you looking for a job with the NHS?
In partnership with the NHS, the Work Hounslow service has access to the latest NHS vacancies and opportunities.
If you live in London Borough of Hounslow and would like a job with the NHS, contact or register your interest with Work Hounslow today.
The latest vacancies available include:
- Hub Care Co-ordinators (Band 4)
- Hub Lead Care Co-ordinators (Band 5)
Visit the Work Hounslow website to read through the full job descriptions and apply.
If you have any questions, contact the Work Hounslow team on work@hounslow.gov.uk or visit the website www.workhounslow.co.uk
 For all types of vaccinations (first dose, second dose, third dose for immunosuppressed, booster), there are several types of locations where you can get your vaccination appointment in Hounslow.
- At a drop-in vaccination clinic
- At a pharmacy
- At a GP-led clinic by invitation
- At school (for healthy 12-15 year olds) or via National Booking System
All of the above are safe choices and at every location staff will be properly trained to give you your dose of the vaccine. If you are not sure what type of vaccine you require, please see our Frequently Asked Questions.
Depending on your age and your clinical risk status you might have to go to certain places for your vaccine, e.g. a GP-led vaccination centre.
All vaccination sites offer Pfizer and AstraZeneca first and second doses (second doses 8+ weeks after first) unless noted otherwise.
16-17 year olds are eligible for first and second doses.
For a list of community pharmacy sites and local drop in clinics in Hounslow, please click the button below.
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