Future Events

Less than two weeks left

With just under two weeks to go until the current Covid-19 vaccination campaign closes on Wednesday 31^st January, Lincolnshire people are still coming forwards to get vaccinated.

Since the current vaccination campaign began on 11^th September 2023, NHS vaccination teams in Lincolnshire have to-date given more than 203,000 vaccinations as part of the drive to ensure eligible people have the maximum possible protection against Covid-19.

“The Covid-19 vaccination has been delivered by GP practices, community pharmacies, from our vaccination centres and at outreach sessions in locations spread across Lincolnshire, and the response from the public has once again been fantastic,” comments Julie Humphreys, Head of Clinical Services, Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust.

“As we are very close to the end of the campaign, my advice to anyone eligible for a Covid-19 vaccination who’s yet to have it and wants to get vaccinated is simple – come and see us as soon as you can, and certainly no later than 31^st January, and we will be happy to see you and get you vaccinated.”

At the time of writing, there are still a number of scheduled vaccination clinics due to take place for people aged 18 and over at the Weighing Rooms, Carholme Road, Lincoln – between 11am and 1pm today, Friday 19^th January, as well as next Thursday 25^th and Friday 26^th. 

There are also sessions at the Weighing Rooms for 5-17 year-olds today, Friday 19^th, and next Friday 26^th, in the afternoons between 3.30pm and 4.30pm. 

There is more information, including timings, available on NHS Lincolnshire ICB’s website here Covid-19 vaccination clinics – Lincolnshire ICB

In addition, there is one remaining outreach session due to be held at the Storehouse, Skegness, on Wednesday 24^th January, for anyone eligible including 5-17 year-olds.  The flu vaccination will also be available at this clinic for anyone aged 18 and over. 

“Just a reminder that is no longer possible to book appointments online or via telephone, however, all of the vaccination sessions our teams are running can be attended as a walk-in, without the need for an appointment,” adds Julie.

Some community pharmacies continue to offer Covid-19 vaccinations until the end of January – there is an updated list and map showing their locations here.  In addition, anyone eligible for a free flu vaccination can still contact their GP practice or visit a pharmacy offering the service, if aged 18 and over, until 31^st March 2024.

People eligible for both winter vaccines – flu and Covid-19 – include all aged 65 and over, including those turning 65 years of age by 31^st March 2024, those that are pregnant, those aged 6 months and above with certain health conditions, care home residents, frontline health and social care staff, unpaid carers and household contacts of people with a weakened immune system.

NWCH’s annual conference was postponed from the previous date at the end of last year, and has now been re-arranged for Thursday 29^th February 2024, 09:30 – 14:30.

This year we are working with Pepperells Solicitors, who are sponsoring the event.

What can you do to support children and young people and the modern challenges they face?

The Conference this year is focussing on Mental Health in Children and Young People and features a range of speakers covering a variety topics.

The full line-up, and how to buy tickets can be found by following the link:

Raising Awareness of Mental Health in Children and Young People Conference Tickets, Thu 29 Feb 2024 at 09:30 | Eventbrite

It would be great to see many of you there, there will be a lot of learning to take from the event, applicable to many different fields, and we would really appreciate your support.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Emma Conway Emma@nwcounsellinghub.co.uk .

Using available technology in our roles

12^th January 2024

9:30 – 11:00

Technology is ever evolving and changing meaning there are different and new ways it can be used. This means that there is potential to use technology to free up more of our time to spend having conversations with people and finding out what is important to them. During this session we will share ideas with each other about how we can use technology in our roles and work together to identify where we think we could use technology more effectively in future.

Via Teams

Click here to join the meeting

We look forward to seeing you at the session. 

Venues which are offering a place to go on Christmas Day

Across the county some people will be feeling alone, isolated or need a break out space this Christmas Day. Many of our wonderful Charities, Community Spaces and Churches are offering some company and food to share.

Please see the list of towns and contact details for more information on each. These spaces are free, open to and welcome all! Each has a slightly different offering, so please be sure to contact them to find out more, and book a space if you wish to attend.

We will update this list as more venues are identified, so please do let us know through the contact page if you know of any, and keep checking back.

Please note: unless specifically stated pre-booking is required to attend.

Some but not all venues are able to provide transport, please ask when booking.

Alford – Corn Exchange 11 – 1 pm Come along for a cuppa and some cake or just for some company. Festive treats and a warm welcome will be waiting. No pre-booking required. This is a free event.

Boston – Centenary Methodist Church will be open from 10am till 3.30pm on Christmas Day serving a meal at 12 noon. This is open to anyone who needs a safe space and company on Christmas Day. Please contact 01205 355543 or centenarymeth@gmail.com to book a space.

Boston – The Ball House 1 pm – 3 pm Community Christmas Dinner. Please contact Andy or Marie contact@theballhouseboston.co.uk or 01205 364478 to book a space.

Bourne – Don’t Lose Hope 11-3 pm Offering a buffet lunch and some company. Please contact 01778 420762 or email enquiries@dontlosehope.co.uk. to book a space.

Gainsborough – The Blues Club 11.00-14.30 Christmas Day Lunch Contact 01777 248354 or forms from Feeding Gainsborough, 18 Parnell Street to book a space.

Grantham – Grantham Passage, through Grantham Poverty Concern, are offering a Christmas Day meal for clients and families they support. Please get in touch via this link if you are one of their clients and would like to be included on the day. Grantham Passage Christmas Update (granthampovertyconcern.org.uk). They are also needing Volunteers to help in the preparation for the day, details on how to support them with volunteering or donations can also be found by following the link.

Skegness – Skegness Wellbeing Hub. 10 till 12pm. Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate. Mince Pies/treats, some carols over board games. The Storehouse Church, North Parade, PE25 1BY. Contact 07493 266569 for further details.

Spilsby – New Life Church 10 – 12 pm. There will fun for all the family, hot chocolate, carols, gifts and a spot of breakfast. Contact 07901 211220 for further details.

Stamford – Second Helpings is once again bringing some festive cheer to our community by providing our Christmas Day lunch at Barnhill Methodist Church on the 25th December .The lunch is open to anyone and includes a delicious turkey roast dinner with all the trimmings, pudding, hot drinks and of course Christmas cake. To start at 12pm. There is also a present for everyone who attends which is delivered by Father Christmas himself To put your name on the list, which is being held in the Pantry and also at the Café on Saturday. Alternatively, drop us a message on 07548 931317 or on Facebook, and we will get back to you. Please contact pr@secondhelpings.org.uk to book a space.

Provision of lunch offers to collect prior to the big day.

Market Rasen – Salvation Army are offering a take away Christmas Lunch that requires collecting on Saturday 24^th Terence.carpenter@salvationarmy.org.uk to book your lunch.

We will update this list as more venues are identified, so please do let us know through the contact page if you know of any, and keep checking back.

Join Lincolnshire Community Adult Mental Health Transformation for the second in a series of webinars.

The series is designed to empower health professionals, and mental health advocates, with the knowledge and tools they need to be part of the paradigm shift in the world of mental health care.

In this session, the Community Connectors will talk about the practicalities of community-driven mental health transformation. Discover more about local initiatives and how they support people through the festive season.

Join us to be inspired by transformative grassroots efforts in your community.

Details of the webinar is below.

Topic: Our Communities

Date: December 12, 2023
Time: 12:30-13:20 (50 mins)

Secure your spot by registering here.

View and register for further webinars in the series: Register Online: Transformation Webinar Series :: Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Trust (lpft.nhs.uk) If you have any questions please contact CMH Transformation, Communications Manager, janine.pounder1@nhs.net