Barwell & Hollycroft Medical Centres

26/03/2026

Brighter days can start with just one step. 🌤️

Today is Social Prescribing Day (Thursday 26 March 2026), discover how local activities, groups, volunteering roles and wellbeing support can help you feel more connected, uplifted and in control of your health.

Meet Joy, your easy way to find local support across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.

Whether you’re looking for a new hobby, a friendly group, practical help or ways to boost your wellbeing, Joy brings everything together in one place so you can find what’s right for you.

Social prescribing has been shown to reduce people's need to visit their GP, go into hospital and reduce the likelihood of ending up in A&E. The more we can do connect and sort out issues like loneliness, debt, stress or housing challenges means we can get our lives back on track.

👉 Visit www.llrjoy.com and type in your postcode to find activities, groups and support close to home.

Your next positive change could be just around the corner. 🌟

26/03/2026

Menopause can feel overwhelming. You’re body’s changing and it’s easy to feel out of your depth. But movement helps to keep you in control 👀💪

Starting 14th April, Hinckley Leisure Centre is running an 8-week evening course, including a FREE membership, to support women through perimenopause and menopause.

Here’s what you’ll get:
→ Clear, evidence-based guidance on menopause
→ A better understanding of each stage
→ Practical ways movement can ease symptoms
→ The chance to try strength training, yoga and sports

Find out more: https://ow.ly/fiCb50YxIYT

26/03/2026

🌿 Happy Social Prescribing Day 2026! 🌿

Today we’re celebrating the incredible impact that Social Prescribing has on the health and wellbeing of our community. 💚

👏 A huge thank you to our amazing Hinckley & Bosworth Social Prescribing Link Workers and all the community partners who work tirelessly to support our patients in living fuller, healthier lives. Your dedication brings hope, confidence, and connection to so many.

If you or someone you know could benefit from social prescribing, please speak to a member of our team—we’re here to help. 💬

26/03/2026

📢Please be aware, we are closed today from 1pm for staff training. We will re-open tomorrow, Friday 27th 8am - 6:30pm.

25/03/2026

TOMORROW 26th March

Housing Support Drop In Session – 26 March

If you're homeless, worried about losing your home, or struggling and don’t know where to turn, we’re here for you.

Join us at our free drop in session for friendly, practical support.
We can help with:
🏠 Housing or homelessness advice
🏨 Temporary accommodation questions
💰 Benefits, money worries or help with forms
💚 Health and wellbeing support
⚠️ Any concerns about losing your home

🙌 Anyone is welcome, including:
• People who are homeless or at risk
• People living in temporary accommodation
• Single people and families
• People with or without existing support

No appointment needed — just pop in, talk to us, and let us help you find the right support.

Please share to help others who might need support.
You’re not alone — we’re here to help. ❤️

23/03/2026

💻📱Feeling a bit lost with your phone, tablet, or computer?

Our friendly digital skills sessions are here to help you gain confidence, one step at a time.

From sending messages to making video calls or browsing the internet, our friendly volunteers are here to guide you at your own pace. ☕✨

For more information, visit our website: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/leics/

23/03/2026

Meningitis has been in the news a lot recently following an outbreak of the disease in Kent.

Meningitis is a serious condition where the protective layers around the brain and spinal cord become inflamed. Septicaemia is when the bacteria enter the bloodstream and cause blood poisoning.

They can happen to anyone, so it's important to the symptoms and risks.

Find out more on the NHS website: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/

22/03/2026

Parents and carers of young people in school year 9 and above are being reminded to provide their consent decision to our school aged immunisation service (SAIS) for two routine teenage vaccinations.

The SAIS team will be visiting secondary schools across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland between now and Friday 12 June to offer young people aged 13-14 -years-old the chance to boost their protection with the 3-in-1 teenage booster and the meningitis ACWY vaccines. Young people over the age of 14, in older year groups, and who still need the immunisations will also have the chance to be vaccinated.

The 3-in-1 teenage booster (also known as the tetanus, diphtheria and polio vaccine) tops up the protection from vaccines most young people had when they were babies and before starting school. Having the full five doses of tetanus, diphtheria and polio vaccines will allow the young person to build up and keep their immunity against the diseases into adulthood.

The meningitis ACWY vaccine protects against meningococcal bacteria types A, C, W and Y that can cause meningitis, an inflammation of the lining of the brain and septicaemia (also known as blood poisoning).

The vaccines are part of the national NHS immunisation programme of recommended vaccinations. Both immunisations are given as a quick injection into the upper arm by the service’s trained and friendly nurses.

Marie Butterworth, clinical lead for the school aged immunisation service, said: “Both vaccines are free, safe and offer effective long-lasting protection. It’s important to have these vaccinations as the diseases can be very dangerous if contracted, and in some cases can be life-threatening.

“We know that some young people might feel a bit nervous about having an injection. We want to reassure them that the vaccinations are very quick. All our immunisation nurses are kind and experienced and there are things they can do to support young people to have the vaccines.”

Parents and carers will be sent detailed information about the vaccine from their child’s school and will be texted and emailed to with a link to fill out an online consent decision form.

If parents or carers have any questions, they can contact the school aged immunisation service on 0300 3000 007 or e-mail lpt.sais@nhs.net.

22/03/2026

Do you, or someone you care for, have any medicines that are unused and unwanted?
Please take them to a pharmacy so they can be disposed of safely.
This will also help reduce the risk of an accidental overdose in a child or vulnerable person.
https://www.leicspart.nhs.uk/news/amnesty-declared-for-medicines-safety/

21/03/2026

🌟 World Down Syndrome Day 2026 🌟

The date 3/21 represents the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome, which is the cause of Down syndrome. It’s a reminder that difference is something to be proud of, not something to hide.

🧦 Join us in showing your support by wearing —bright, colourful, mismatched socks—to spark conversations and celebrate the individuality and uniqueness of everyone with Down syndrome.

20/03/2026

😊💛 International Day of Happiness – 20th March 💛😊

Today we’re celebrating — a reminder that even small moments of joy can make a big difference to our wellbeing.

A time to appreciate 'the little things':
☀️ A chat with a friend
🌼 A walk in the fresh air
💬 A kind word
💛 A moment to pause and breathe

Let’s take today to spread positivity, check in on someone who might need a lift, and find a moment of happiness for ourselves too.

19/03/2026

📢Please be aware, we are closed next Thursday 26th March from 1pm for staff training. We will re-open on Friday 27th 8am - 6:30pm.