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01/06/2026

We’re celebrating 🥳

Thank you to all our incredible volunteers for giving up your time, skills and experiences to shape a society where people face far fewer problems.

Your dedication, commitment and passion in helping others find a way forward is what makes our work possible.

We couldn’t do what we do without you!

17/05/2026

All set up at Crosfield hall ROMDAG event come down and find out wat it’s all about

30/04/2026

Romsey Dementia Information Day – Everyone Welcome

We’re looking forward to being part of Romdag's Dementia Information Day, where you can find support, guidance and friendly faces all in one place.

As a local charity, we’ll have a stall on the day offering:
✅ Practical information
✅ Local support options
✅ A chance to ask questions in a relaxed setting

Whether you’re living with dementia, supporting someone else, or just want to learn more, please come along.

📍Crossfield Hall, Broadwater Road, Romsey
📅 17th May 2026, 10am-3pm

Pop in, say hello, and find out how we can help

As part of we kick off the week with our hugely popular Information Day. Take time to chat with many local organisations who provide engaging activities, social connection, and essential resources for living well with dementia.
Check out our website to see whose coming along!

29/04/2026

Sertraline recall

If you take the Sertraline Anti-Depressant, please check the pack as it may accidentally contain the Citalopram Anti-Depressant.

More information here -

The MHRA has advised healthcare professionals to stop supplying the affected batch of Sertraline 100mg and return all remaining stock to their suppliers.

10/04/2026

Do you heat your home using heating oil? 🔥

Hampshire residents who rely on heating oil and are struggling with the increased costs may be able to access support through the Crisis Resilience Fund.

You could get:

🌡 Help towards the cost of heating oil (if eligible)

📈 Advice on managing energy costs

💷 Wider support with managing your finances and maximising your income

This support is part of the Crisis Resilience Fund, which helps households facing financial pressure with essential costs.

Find out more, see if you’re eligible and apply by visiting the link in the comments.

Connect4Communities - Hampshire County Council

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10/04/2026

Elections for Hampshire County Council take place on Thursday 7 May 2026, and the names of the candidates standing have now been published.

County Councillors make decisions that affect everyday life across Hampshire, including schools, roads, transport, social care, libraries, tips and country parks. Voting is your chance to influence how these services are run and who represents your area.

The full list of candidates for each electoral division is available via the link in the comments 🔍

Register to vote by Monday 20 April 2026. Visit gov.uk and search ‘register to vote’. ✅

Photo ID is required at polling stations. If you’re voting in person on 7 May, you’ll need an accepted form of photo ID such as a passport or driving licence. If you don’t have photo ID, you can apply for a free Voter Authority Certificate by 28 April. Go to gov.uk and search ‘voter authority certificate’ 🪪

26/03/2026

The Government has today set out plans for the future of local councils across Hampshire and the Solent area. From April 2028, our area will shift to a simpler setup, with five new unitary councils replacing the current 15 county, district and unitary authorities that serve Hampshire, Southampton, Portsmouth and the Isle of Wight.

Nothing is changing right now, and our priority remains to keep everyday services running as usual and ensuring that vital support for those who need it most continues safely and without interruption.

We’ll be sharing updates over the coming weeks and months as we work with neighbouring councils to help shape the new authorities.

The goal is for you to feel the benefits of a simpler system of local government in the years ahead.

Search LGR on the County Council’s website for more information or follow the link in the comments.

24/03/2026

24/03/2026

16/03/2026

50% of people in the UK have experienced problem debt at some point in their lives.

But stigma keeps people silent - while many say they would talk about money worries, almost half (44%) of people who have experienced debt told no one.

If you're in debt and it feels overwhelming, you don’t have to face it alone. Get in touch with Citizens Advice or StepChange for confidential advice you can really trust ⤵️
https://www.stepchange.org/