The Big Conversation report has now been published. Think Local Act Personal (TLAP), the independent organisation Nottinghamshire County Council Adult Social Care worked with to deliver the Big Conversation, has compiled the feedback from listening events held across the county, surveys and sessions, into a report.

TLAP wanted to find out what was important for local people who draw on adult social care and support, and family/friend carers, and to hear their ideas for the future of social care.

The feedback in the report will be used to co-produce and refresh the Local Account, the Adult Social Care strategy, for 2026-2028. If you want to get involved in this work or have any questions, please contact nccbigconversation@nottscc.gov.uk.

You can find the report and more information on our website.

This week is Children’s Mental Health Week, 9 - 15 February, so we want to remind you that NottAlone is a website for anyone living in Nottingham or Nottinghamshire to find mental health advice and connect to free support services.

There’s dedicated information for young people, their parents/carers and professionals who work with them, too.

Take a moment to listen to the new episode of The NottAlone Podcast, which begins a new series focussed on youth voices. Hear 15-year-old Ella’s moving experience of coping with grief following the loss of her younger brother. Search 'NottAlone' wherever you listen to podcasts to subscribe and listen for free.

We’re proud to support this annual campaign that encourages everyone to get tested for HIV to lower undiagnosed cases, promote early diagnosis and treatment to help reduce transmission.

Many people with HIV feel healthy for years without knowing, so it’s important to get tested even if you don’t have any symptoms. Now is the perfect time.

Take a few minutes to order your free test kit today, it’s quick, simple and you can do it at home, or call 0300 131 7010 to book an appointment at Sexual Health Services Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.

The school age immunisation service (SAIS) provides vaccinations to children in schools. They also offer community clinics during school holidays for anyone who has missed a vaccination in school or is home educated.

There will be clinics at venues across the county and city during the February half term school holiday. Visit our website for details, including the vaccines available and how to book an appointment.

Did you know that falls are the largest cause of emergency hospital admissions for older people?

Most falls can be prevented with simple changes to our homes and lifestyles that can make a big difference in keeping yourself and others safe. This includes

• wearing appropriate footwear indoors and outside
• wrapping up warm and wearing multiple layers to keep muscles working well
• checking walking aids still have good grip or even using mountaineering poles.

Visit our website to download the Get Up and Go Guide for advice on avoiding falls and staying safe.

The NHS Healthy Start scheme helps young families on low incomes to buy healthy food and milk.

If you’re more than 10 weeks pregnant or have children under four and receive certain benefits, you could be eligible.

If you’re under 18 and more than 10 weeks pregnant, you are eligible for NHS Healthy Start even if you’re not claiming any benefits.

You’ll receive a prepaid card that you can use to buy fruit, vegetables, pulses, milk and infant formula. You can also get free Healthy Start vitamins.

The card will be topped up with payments every four weeks and you can use it in most places that sell healthy food and accept Mastercard® payments. Don’t forget to activate your card before heading to the shops by calling 0118 338 5810.

Nottinghamshire County Council, Nottingham City Council and NHS Nottingham and Nottinghamshire would like to hear residents' experiences of accessing contraception after pregnancy. This is important to understand how services can be designed to improve experiences, and to work to make contraception more accessible to residents at key points in their lives.

Responses will be completely anonymous. The survey is open until 6 March 2026 and it takes around 10 minutes to complete. Other formats of the survey, including paper and translated copies, are available to complete by calling 0115 8041431.