We’re seeking submissions of land for potential phosphate mitigation schemes and Biodiversity Net Gain to support the delivery of new development in Somerset.

Find out more here orlo.uk/VRuR3

Whooping cough (pertussis) cases are currently high, & the disease can be life-threatening for newborn babies. If you're pregnant, it's important to take up the #Pertussis vaccine when offered. It helps protect your baby in their first weeks of life.

👉 orlo.uk/BDdWp

We know it’s not always easy to get outside to move more to support your mental health and well-being.

Don’t worry, SASPsomerset has you covered with plenty of free activities that you can do from the comfort of your home.

Visit 👉🏻 orlo.uk/W3KF8

#MHAWSomerset

There's no excuse for speeding 👇

#KnifeCrimeAwarenessWeek is about exactly that - raising awareness for the devastating impacts of knife crime. But it’s not too late to reverse the trend and keep our children safe.

Get free resources 👉 orlo.uk/ykuXW

If you would like to work on our beaches at Burnham on Sea or Brean this summer, there is still time to register your interest in the RNLI lifeguard course taking place from 27 May - 1 June in Weston.
Learn more 👉 orlo.uk/H6mFJ

💫Movement is good for the mind💫

Whether it’s a walk close to home, dancing whilst hoovering or an outdoor activity with friends, children, or pets.

The best type of movement is doing the things you enjoy the most. 💚

For more: 👉orlo.uk/e0aIw

#MHAWSomerset

Worried about town centre violence?

Don't forget to drop into our youth hub today in #Taunton between 3pm - 5pm. It is a safe space where young people, parents and guardians can get help and advice.

Work has begun on the Firepool Boulevard, a walking and cycling route linking Taunton Railway Station to the town centre.

Find out more 👉 orlo.uk/iTgVC

Feeling stressed? Step outside!🌳

Research shows spending time in nature can improve mood and reduce anxiety.

Discover the healing power of the great outdoors at Get Outside Somerset orlo.uk/qb2eA

Your mental health will thank you. 💚

#MHAWSomerset

Worried about town centre violence?

Don't forget to drop into our youth hub today in #Bridgwater between 4pm - 6pm. It is a safe space where young people, parents and guardians can get help and advice.

For #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek , Somerset's young people have shared their opinions on the links between mental and physical health.👇

Moving more each day, even in small ways, can have a big impact on your mental and physical wellbeing.

Worried about town centre violence?

Young people, parents and guardians are invited to drop into our youth hubs in #Bridgwater and #Taunton . They are a safe space where you can get help and advice.

💫Every step forward, is a step towards better mental well-being💫

Physical activity isn’t just for your body, it’s for your mind too. Check out some of these small ways you can move more everyday 👇

For more: 👉orlo.uk/9n5ah

#MHAWSomerset

Is your business prepared for emergency events?
Help us to help you by completing our Business Emergency Preparedness & Resilience Questionnaire ➡️ orlo.uk/7NUq3
Results will help inform the development of a new package of support for businesses in the county.
#BCAW2024

Volunteers are needed across Somerset to help keep a vital library lifeline thriving.

The Home Library Service (HLS) is looking for people who can lead teams of volunteers in Bridgwater, Wellington, Yeovil, Frome, Chard and Crewkerne.

More info: orlo.uk/flKaj

Make moments for movement💚

You can incorporate movement for free into your day in many different ways. Watch our video to find out more 👇

For more ideas on how to incorporate more movement into your day 👉orlo.uk/o890q

#MHAWSomerset #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

Living with dementia, Brian became very isolated. He sadly had no friends, no family contacts and there was little known of his past.

Vickie's training meant she creatively found ways of getting Brian to talk about his past, and himself.

#DementiaActionWeek #DementiaAwareness