Vulnerable residents advised to take extra care in the heat

Sefton health professionals have come together to urge residents to be aware of the health risks of hot weather to vulnerable people in the community. In England, there are on average 2,000 heat-related deaths a year. The most at-risk people are those with underlying health conditions, babies, and the very young and older people – especially those over 75. Dr Craig Gillespie, chair of NHS … Continue reading Vulnerable residents advised to take extra care in the heat

New cycling and walking routes for Southport and Bootle

Work is set to begin on new walking and cycling infrastructure across the Liverpool City Region, including cycle routes through Southport town centre and between Bootle and Liverpool city centre. Most of the schemes are scheduled to be completed by the end of the summer, making it easier and safer for people to travel by foot or bike across the city region. The 23km of … Continue reading New cycling and walking routes for Southport and Bootle

Ainsdale Beach parking charges to be re-introduced

From today (7 August), Sefton Council’s Green Sefton team will be reintroducing charging for parking on Ainsdale Beach. The all-day charge for parking on Ainsdale beach is £8 and payments will be by cash only. Green Sefton Manager Mark Shaw said:  “Owing to a combination of the huge additional costs of supporting local people and organisations through coronavirus and a loss of most sources of income … Continue reading Ainsdale Beach parking charges to be re-introduced

Local people reassured that breastfeeding support is available

This World Breastfeeding Week (1-7 August), health organisations in Sefton are reassuring new parents that there is still infant feeding support available during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Breastfeeding is scientifically proven to have several benefits to both mother and baby. Studies show that breastfeeding can: help babies fight infections and illnesses help strengthen the bond between mother and baby lower the risk of diabetes, osteoporosis, … Continue reading Local people reassured that breastfeeding support is available

The Life Rooms Sefton Support Service

Sefton Life Rooms is now offering a telephone and email support service which is available Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 4.30pm. The Sefton Pathways Advisors are available to chat and to offer signposting advice in areas such as: ·        Benefits/money ·        Housing ·        Employment ·        Physical and mental wellbeing ·        Volunteering ·        Family/Caring Role To speak to an advisor or to find out more information call 01704 383198 or email:  seftonpathways.advisorreferrals@nhs.net The Life Rooms … Continue reading The Life Rooms Sefton Support Service