RECONNECTING OUR COMMUNITY

So it's almost Christmas and although it may not be exactly the way we'd want, it's still a chance to spend time with loved ones and raise our spirits. We give our thanks to the many NHS staff and key workers from all sectors who will continue to keep us safe and provided for over the holiday period, and hope that they can find time to relax and celebrate too. As the New Year approaches and quite possibly colder weather, there is some extra help available for residents with t

As we near the end of our #AdventCalendar looking at some of the wonderful organisations, groups and individuals in the community, we'd like to thank one of our own today. Pauline Kennedy is our chair of residents, a passionate supporter and great ambassador for Healthier Fleetwood and her story perfectly sums up our 3 principles of 'connecting', 'confidence' and 'control'. Going back over 5 years Pauline heard about the formation of a new community partnership and came to on

No celebration of the Fleetwood would be complete without a mention for Men's shed Fleetwood. Like all the best ideas it came from a local resident, supported by family, friends, neigbours and partner organisations and is now established at the very heart of the community. Around 4 years ago Tony O'Neill wanted to create a safe, non-judgemental place where men could talk. and listen, to each other and offer support. He said this at few Healthier Fleetwood meetings, each time

Today we celebrate volunteers and in particular COVID vaccination volunteers on our 2021 Advent Calendar. The vaccination programme is central to the fight against the virus and without the army of volunteers supporting the amazing staff delivering the jabs, it simply wouldn't be possible. Whether it be marshalling the car-parks and entrances in all weathers or looking after people during their visit to the vaccination centre, volunteers give up their time to make a differenc

On Day 18 of our #adventcalendar we focus on another individual who has helped bring people together in these difficult times... Fran Shaw of Friendlier Fleetwood (pictured here, 3rd from right) Having established the Fleetwood group just prior to the pandemic, Fran, supported by husband Derek, friends Mo, Pat and others has worked hard to keep everyone connected. In the Summer the group met outdoors using the open spaces of the Promenade and seafront, and the nearby cafes. M