Join a winning team at the Compass Jobs Fair
 The Compass Job Fair for careers in social care and social work will be held at The Marriott Hotel, Grosvenor Square on Monday, 25 November and the Council is the event's Continuing Professional Development Sponsor.
Recently, a total of three social workers were nominated in separate categories of the 2024 Social Worker of the Year Awards. Aaron Evans (pictured) picked up a Silver Award for Newly Qualified Adult Social Worker of the Year, while Jonas Kurkalang and Andy O’Sullivan were nominated for Children’s Social Worker of the Year and Team Leader of the Year, respectively.
Hounslow Adult and Children's Services aims to be a place where people want to work together to transform the lives of residents. So come and chat to staff at the Hounslow stand to find out more. The day is also packed with fascinating seminars to inform and inspire.
Think pharmacy first for quicker treatment
 As we head into winter, local hospitals and GPs are very busy, which means longer waiting times.
Pharmacies across Hounslow are a great alternative if you want immediate treatment and advice for common health conditions, with no GP appointment or prescription needed. Going to a pharmacy first will benefit you and take pressure off our emergency hospital departments and GP services, which can feel the strain at this time of year.
Highly trained pharmacists can assess and treat patients for several common health conditions. In north west London, 95% of pharmacies are offering these additional services.
Trinity Church hosts final Community Safety Session
 The Council’s Community Provisions team will be staging the last in a series of Community Safety sessions for residents with a learning disability, on Monday, 25 November from 10.30am to 12.30pm at Trinity Church on Hounslow High Street.
Participants can look forward to practical tips on recognising and avoiding a variety of potentially fraught social situations including staying safe on public transport (with support from travel trainers), and a Q&A with local safety professionals.
Everyone is welcome to join, even if they haven’t attended previous sessions.
The King's Award for Voluntary Service
 The King’s Award for voluntary service is open for nominations until Sunday, 1 December.
Nominate a Hounslow voluntary group that works within their community to make a difference.
Stay Steady and Active Slippers for Christmas event
 Elderly or frail residents are invited to the Stay Steady and Active Slippers for Christmas event, where they can swap an old, worn-out slippers for a brand new, free pair.
The event is on Tuesday, 3 December, 10am-1pm at Heston Pools & Fitness, New Heston Road, Heston, Hounslow, TW5 0LW.
Visitors can also enjoy free taster activity sessions, speak to a physio, get a blood pressure test, learn new ways to increase activity levels, test balance abilities, and reduce the risks of falls.
Join a Zoom call for SEND info, guidance and support
 Join the Council's Community Provisions team for an information and guidance session on Zoom on Tuesday, 26 November to learn about the free support and opportunities provided by the team and the DFN Project SEARCH supported internship programme.
This is an evening session for young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and their families/carers.
Community Provisions offers wide ranging support including travel training, employment opportunities and developing independence.
Over the past 10 years, Project SEARCH has supported over 100 young people from Hounslow into full-time paid employment with 78% of our graduates securing positions.
Council Tax Consultation - Easy Read version
The Council is considering changing the amount of Council Tax Support that some people get towards their bill.
It wants your views on the proposed changes and any impact this will have on your household.
This easy read guide gives an overview of the proposed changes. Fill in the consultation online through the button below.
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Join Christmas wreath making workshops
Craft a gorgeous festive wreath and add a spark of natural charm to your home this Christmas.
To add to the festive cheer, Hogarth House is offering a ‘pay what you can’ option for all participants in its Christmas workshops.
The workshops are fully accessible and open to all experience levels.
All materials will be supplied, along with refreshments and mince pies.
Sign up for wreath making workshops at Hogarth House in Chiswick:
Tuesday, 3 December, 6pm to 8.30pm
Sunday, 8 December, 1.30pm to 4pm
Workshops at Boston Manor House in Brentford:
Sunday, 1 December, 1.30pm to 4pm
Thursday, 5 December, 6pm to 8.30 pm
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Final call for the Children and Young People's survey
 The Council wants to hear from young people aged 11-25, who live, study, or work in the borough to help shape future plans for supporting the well-being, education and employment opportunities of the future generations of Hounslow.
The Children and Young People’s Plan is a council-wide, strategic plan that will guide how our different services include children and young people.
Please encourage young people in your family or care to complete the survey.
The closing date for completing the Children and Young People’s survey is Friday, 29 November.
Hounslow Local Government Graduate programme
Hounslow Council is recruiting residents to take part in Impact, a two-year programme for graduates who want to make a difference in communities while launching their management career in the public sector.
Candidates from all backgrounds and disciplines are encouraged to apply. The closing date for applications is midday on Tuesday, 7 January 2025.
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