 21 April 2026
If you are a family member or carer for someone with dementia, signing up with the Herbert Protocol can offer a vital lifeline if they go missing.
Just fill in a quick and free online MedicAlert form with key information about the person. The police and their partners can then use this information to help identify them, offer them the immediate support they need and get them home if they get disorientated and wander off by themselves.
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 Did you know the HPV vaccine can prevent up to 90% of cervical cancer diagnoses? It can also drastically lower cases of several more cancers by keeping us safe from the HPV virus.
You might not have heard of it, but currently around 80% of us will be infected with HPV at some point in our lives.
There are more facts about the HPV virus and vaccine, and how to get vaccinated, in a video featuring students from Feltham College, part of the Reach Academy Feltham, where they ask each other questions on the subject.
Watch the video and see how many HPV facts you can get right first time.
Alongside the vaccine, the best way to keep yourself safe from cervical cancer is screening. Find out more about what to expect at your screening in this video.
 Learn Hounslow is putting on two painting courses to help residents' wellbeing.
Find these and many other wellbeing courses for adults on the Learn Hounslow website.
 Join Autism Hounslow for a games night at Ballucci Cafe, near Hounslow Bus Garage, from 5pm to 7pm on Thursday, 23 April.
It's open to all autistic adults (18 and above). Whether you're into snakes and ladders, Scrabble or any other games, head down to relax and have fun.
Email Autism Hounslow for more information or if you have any questions.
May is National Walking Month. To celebrate you can earn an extra 20 BetterPoints when you walk or wheel over a mile each day.
Grab your friends, refer them to BetterPoints and get moving to earn points that can be swapped for high street vouchers or donated to charity.
You can typically earn points for up to 150 minutes each week, which gives you a chance to keep earning after you’ve reached your weekly target.
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Are you a professional who works with young people in Hounslow?
If so you can get free training on young people's sexual health, consent, contraception and more from Young Hounslow Sexual Health.
The training will help you to feel confident when discussing these vital issues with the young people you work with.
Email Young Hounslow Sexual Health to find out more.
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There will be an event on living well with dementia at Syon House on Wednesday, 20 May.
As part of Dementia Action Week 2026, this event offers an engaging mix of activities, informative talks, and opportunities to connect with anyone interested in learning more about dementia.
Sessions and activities include:
- Interactive workshops on caregiving, wellbeing, and promoting independence
- Expert talks covering dementia, legal rights and local support
- Soothing Namaste sessions featuring hand massages, gentle movement, and calming sounds
- A captivating performance from the Hounslow Symphony Orchestra
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 Calling all carers in Bedfont, Feltham and Hounslow. Bristol Court has confirmed carers cafes on following dates for the next three months:
- Wednesday, 22 April - 2pm - 4pm
- Wednesday, 20 May - 2pm - 4pm
- Wednesday, 24 June - 2pm - 4pm
- Wednesday, 22 July - 2pm - 4pm
Hounslow House is also hosting cafes on the sixth floor on:
- Thursday, 21 May - 1pm to 3pm
- Thursday, 18 June - 1pm to 3pm
- Thursday, 16 July - 1pm to 3pm
Lift access is available.
Come and meet fellow carers, enjoy a treat or two and learn more about looking after yourselves as well as the ones you care for. Fifty BetterPoints are also available for attending weekday carer events.
 You can find the right support for your child or young person with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) at the following drop-in session:
- Tuesday, 14 May - Alf King Family Hub, Hanworth Road, TW13 5AF (10am-12pm)
The session includes team members from: Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), Therapies, School travel assistance, Special Educational Needs and Disability Information Advice and Support Service (SENDIASS).
 Hounslow's Health Outreach Team (HOT) will be out this week offering free blood pressure checks, BMI weight checks and balance checks.
You can meet the team on the following dates:
- Thursday, 23 April - Bedfont Community Centre Lunch Club – 11.45am to 1pm
- Friday, 24 April – Barclays Bank, High Street, Hounslow TW3 1ES – 10am to 12pm
The team can also give advice on concerns such as diabetes, high blood pressure, smoking, mental health and much more.
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