Tag Archives: carers

Well done to Bromley Mencap for caring about carers

Bromley Mencap gets national award for its Mutual Carers scheme

9:44am Sunday 11th December 2011 in News

 

BROMLEY Mencap has scooped a national award for a scheme which helps carers who also need to be cared for.

We want the best health service in the world says Paul Burstow MP

Paul Burstow MP writes… A Future-proof Health Service

By Paul Burstow MP | Published 9th December 2011 – 11:53 am

The Liberal Democrats have always recognised that if we want the best health service in the world, we must continue to innovate and invest.

That is why I want to highlight how new funding announced on Monday will ultimately support life-saving research and help to protect millions of vulnerable people living with long-term conditions at home.

Free first aid app from the British Red Cross

British Red Cross launches free first aid app

8 December 2011

The British Red Cross will empower smartphone users worldwide to act in an emergency, with the launch of its new mobile app.

The Red Cross’ free app features simple, easy-to-understand advice on 18 everyday first aid scenarios, as well as tips on how to prepare for emergencies, from severe winter weather to road traffic accidents.