Mental Health Awareness Week is held annually to increase public understanding of mental health, reduce stigma, amd promote positive mental wellbeing. it serves as a platform to encourage open converstations, share experiences, and advocate for better mental health support. The week aims to help individuals understand and prioritise their own mental health,and to support others in need. Mental Health Awareness Week.

Dementia Action week is an awareness raising campain. Each year, Alzeheimers Society works with individuals and organisations across the UK to encourage people to act on dementia. This year we are focussing on diagnosis and educating audiences on the most common symptons of dementia. Dementia Action Week.

World Health Day celebrates the promotion of well-being for global health challenges led by the Word Health Organization (WHO). Each year they focus on different themes, highlighting a key health issue which affects people around the world. This year they will be focusing on accessible healthcare, mental well-being, and disease prevention. The drive for this theme was the belief that everyone has the right to good health, irrespective of where they live. WHO will be focusing on strengthening healthcare systems worldwide, urging governments to make a firm commitment to improving healthcare access. You can read more at World Health Day.

World Autism Day is a global event dedicated to increasing awareness and support for autistic people. Over the years, awareness has grown, however, many autistic individuals still face barriers in education, employment, and healthcare. It is important that we practice true inclusion rather than simply awareness, ensuring people have equal opportunities and the right support. Becoming knowledgeable of Autism can help reduce the stigma and misconceptions people often have and supports early intervention.

April 1^st 2025 marks the 10 year anniversary of The Care Act 2014! This piece of legislation was introduced to transform the way Adult Social Care was delivered and introduced the Safeguarding Adults Board as a mandatory body for all Local Authorities in England.  It ensured all local authorities promoted the safeguarding of adults at risk, provided fair person-centered care, and strengthened protection. Over the years it has given adults with care and support needs more control over their care, enabling them to have choice and control. This anniversary will be a chance to reflect on how far we have come, and what still needs to be done to ensure everyone gets the care they deserve.