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Keeping physically and socially active has real benefits for people living with dementia and their families and carers. That's a key message at a free and fun drop-in event organised by the Eden Dementia Friendly Communities Partnership at Penrith Leisure Centre on May 22nd as part of Dementia Action Week.

World Social Work Week runs from Monday 17 to Friday 21 March 2025, and hosts World Social Work Day on Tuesday 18 March 2025.  

Those who are considered vulnerable are encouraged to take steps to protect themselves.

The vital role occupational therapists at Westmorland and Furness Council play in health, social care and society will be celebrated next week to mark Occupational Therapy Week (4-10 November).

Advice and information on how to prepare for a healthy and safe winter.

A new intermediate care bed facility in South Cumbria is making a huge difference in helping people return home sooner following a hospital stay.

Westmorland and Furness Council is working with partners to reduce the number of suicides in Westmorland and Furness.

As part of a review of residential and nursing homes for adults, Westmorland and Furness Council is asking people to share their views on residential care at public drop-in engagement events this July.

Council is urging unpaid carers in the area to come forward and access dedicated advice and support

As part of a review of residential and nursing homes for adults, Westmorland and Furness Council is asking people to share their experiences of receiving residential care.