20 February 2024
Supporting pregnant people and young families
 A new video that highlights the amazing support Hounslow's Health Visiting Service offers mums-to-be and young families has just been launched.
It dispels some myths around the role of health visitors that lead to some young parents feeling nervous about engaging with the service. It stresses that health visitors are always there to help you, never to judge you or your parenting.
New parents can get help with a range of issues including: feeding your baby and introducing solid foods, sleep difficulties, crying babies, and attachment.
There is also support for young mums who may be experiencing postnatal depression or anxiety around any aspect of parenting.
Learn about female health and more on International Women’s Day
 Come and hear from a range of health experts and other inspiring community leaders on International Women’s Day.
The event will be held at Cranford Community College on Friday, 8 March. One of the key themes of the day is helping women and girls make informed decisions about their health.
We will have fascinating guests from all walks of life including: Archana Dixit, Senior Gynaecologist from West Middlesex Hospital; Valerie Hill, CEO of Middlesex Association for the Blind; members of Brentford FC Women’s team; and a senior teacher from Kingsley Academy.
Among the local voluntary groups attending will be SHEWISE and Soul Purpose 360.
Create an action plan to help prevent falls
As we grow older, the risk of falls increases. Thankfully, there are many things that we can do to keep ourselves fit and healthy and prevent falls before they happen.
It's also useful to identify your own personal risks so that you can create a tailored action plan to prevent falls.
It's a great way to understand your own body, work out how to strengthen key areas, and access support should you need it.
Click on the button below to download the self-assessment kit that can help you create your own personal plan.
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Free flu vaccines still available
 Did you know that free flu vaccines are still available until 31 March?
You are eligible for the free flu vaccine if you are in one of the following categories:
- aged 65 or over (including if you will turn 65 by 31 March 2024)
- have certain long-term health conditions
- are pregnant
- live in a care home
- are the main carer for an older or disabled person, or receive a carer's allowance
- live with someone who has a weakened immune system
You can get the vaccine by making an appointment with your GP or through participating pharmacies in Hounslow. Frontline health and social care workers can also get a flu vaccine through their employer.
Health and wellbeing roadshow coming to Feltham next week
Ealing & Hounslow CVS is hosting a series of health and wellbeing roadshows to connect local communities with useful and practical health information.
The next event will be at Feltham Assembly Hall on Thursday, 29 February from 10am to 2pm.
At the roadshows you can talk to people from the NHS, health charities, and community pharmacists, as well as get health advice and checks.
There will be a range of stalls and presentations providing information and resources for your individual needs.
Check out the website for a full list of upcoming roadshows across North West London.
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Pop to the shop for information to help your health and wellbeing
 Our Adult Social Care Info Shop will be in The Atrium at West Middlesex Hospital on Wednesday, 21 February.
Come and meet the team between 10am and 3pm to find out more about the range of services available in Hounslow.
The team can provide information on what support is available for a range of issues, including if you are finding it difficult to manage at home and what help is on offer to carers, as well as health & wellbeing services and how to access training and employment opportunities.
The Info Shop pops up at locations across the borough throughout the year. You can also request its attendance at an event you are organising.
Internship offer for young people with special needs
A Hounslow Council-backed scheme that offers young people with learning disabilities an inroad into the world of work is now recruiting.
The DFN Project SEARCH Supported Internship is a work-led, one year programme for young people with an Education Health Care Plan (EHCP). It actively prepares them for the world of work and supports their transition into full-time, paid employment.
To encourage young people to sign up to the scheme, there will be a special Open Day event at Hounslow House on Thursday, 29 February, between 1pm and 3pm and then again between 5pm and 7pm. It will take place on the sixth floor of Hounslow House, 7 Bath Road, Hounslow.
It's a great opportunity for anyone interested in applying to find out more about the programme, meet the current DFN Project Interns, learn about their journey so far, and meet the staff that will support you throughout your journey on the programme.
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Free cooking and nutrition workshops
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Join a unique culinary and wellness experience designed exclusively for women.
At Hounslow Women's Beginner-Friendly Nutrition Workshop you can learn about nutrition and gain practical skills to create budget-friendly, quick, and tasty meals.
It's a great way to meet people, learn some new skills and pick up nutritional knowledge that will help you to make better decisions at meal times.
The next workshop is at Hogarth Youth & Community Centre, HW4 2JR on Saturday, 24 February from 2pm to 4pm.
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Stretch your legs this February
It can be hard to get outside, put in some steps and fill your lungs with fresh air during the winter months.
Thankfully, there's a series of great outdoors events throughout February where you can do all of those things, plus learn more about the nature on our doorstep.
Let’s Go Outside and Learn introduces people to the natural environment, highlights the benefits that spending time outdoors offers for our health and wellbeing, and brings people together to make new friends.
All the events are free but booking ahead is encouraged to avoid disappointment.
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