by JoClark | Jan 25, 2020 | Dartford Charities, Dartford News, Families, Health, Welfare
“As part of the activities programme provided at Emerson Grange and our constant commitment of making links with the community, our residents were visited by the ellenor Choir. We all had a wonderful afternoon signing along and as Activities Manager, I would...
by JoClark | Jan 13, 2020 | Dartford News, Dartford Council, Health, Local Comment, NHS, Welfare
Local health chiefs will decide on the future location of urgent care services for patients in Dartford, Gravesham and Swanley at an extraordinary meeting on Thursday 16 January 2020. This follows a 12 week long public consultation between August and November 2019...
by JoClark | Dec 25, 2019 | Dartford Charities, Dartford News, Families, Health, Welfare
Article by Mandy Garford. A few years ago now, I was helping set up the Winter Shelter. We were setting out air beds in the hall, checking the curtains closed properly and the heating worked for a comfortable night’s stay. In the other room, board games were ready...
by JoClark | Dec 9, 2019 | Children, Dartford News, Families, Health, NHS, Welfare
100 people in Kent are facing Christmas on the waiting list for an organ transplant. They join more than 6,000 people across the UK, including over 180 children, awaiting a life-saving gift. Families in Kent are being urged to share their organ donation decision this...
by JoClark | Dec 2, 2019 | Dartford News, Dartford Council, Families, Welfare
People in vulnerable households could claim free help to stay safe in their homes through a new partnership in Dartford, led by UK Power Networks. The electricity network operator has teamed up with Dartford Borough Council and Thames Water to raise awareness of free...
by JoClark | Nov 6, 2019 | Health, Dartford Charities, Dartford News, Familly, Welfare, Where to go locally
“Christmas can be a wonderful time for many, but we are reminded every year of how difficult it can be for some. It is a real milestone for friends and families after a loss and we recognise the importance of stopping for a moment and celebrating the lives of...
