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Giving blood is one of the most simple yet heroic things you can do.
Giving blood saves lives. The blood you give is a lifeline in an emergency, and for people who need long term treatments.

There are around 350,000 children in the UK who have a learning disability, but do you actually know what it means and what it’s like to live with?

We’ve been through a lot these past couple of years. Covid has not gone away, but we are beginning to live with it. To do this, we need to be at the top of our game both physically and mentally.

We'll be celebrating inclusion for everyone at the Rise Expo on June 22nd. Come and join us!

A major milestone has been reached in Kent and Medway’s fight against Covid - 19 with the four millionth jab being administrated. This is a major achievement in the county’s fight against Covid - 19.

A carer is someone who provides unpaid care and support to a family member or friend who has a disability, illness, mental health condition, addiction or who needs extra help as they grow older.

Up to 20% of women develop mental health problems during pregnancy or in the first year after giving birth. Many more experience mild mood changes. Partners may also experience poor mental health.

Have you ever thought about volunteering?
In a new series to celebrate Volunteers Week, we chat to some of our brilliant volunteers about what it means to them.

Today we are talking to Care Homes across Kent. We wanted to make sure they were hearing from you about how you feel about Care Homes and care at home since the pandemic.

It’s quite common and affects the brain causing frequent seizures.

Do you know about your rights to language support in NHS settings?

Are you the relative, or friend, of someone who does?

Do you consider yourself vulnerable?

Do you know someone that could be vulnerable?

Then this announcement is for you.