The Community Health & Leisure Team at South Somerset District Council is inviting local councils, clubs, organisations, schools and members of the public to have their say on a brand new Leisure, Play & Youth Strategy by attending consultation events in Castle Cary, Yeovil and Chard. Community Health & Leisure Manager at South Somerset District Council, Lynda Pincombe, explains more about the strategy and the consultation events: “These evenings aim to give all of our stakeholders an opportunity to shape our new strategy and, in turn, have a say on the way we deliver leisure, sport and play. Full story: Read more
South Somerset volunteers set to lead the way with new health walks
Following a free training event organised by South Somerset District Council, newly trained volunteers will be able to lead walks in Wincanton, Ilminster, Yeovil, Langport, Martock and Ash. The popular Health Walk leader training day was fully booked and volunteers received information on everything they needed to know to lead a successful walk – including details on risk assessments, route planning, first aid and the benefits of exercise. Full story: Read more
Careline gives you peace of mind at the touch of a button
Do you, a family member or friend need peace of mind that help is at hand at the touch of a button 24 hours a day, 365 days a year? South Somerset District Council’s (SSDC) Careline service is an emergency response system for people who need reassurance when they live independently at home. Careline provides a pendant that can be worn at all times, linked to a control centre where emergency staff are on hand to answer calls. Pressing the alarm button puts the customer straight into contact with staff who can call a family member, neighbour, doctor or ambulance as required. Full story: Read more