A Better Medway

22/12/2025

is spreading now. Anyone with symptoms should avoid contact with others, especially those who are more vulnerable to serious illness. Know the steps you can take to reduce transmission and protect those around you.

22/12/2025

Our MedwayGo children's playscheme starts today! If you have booked your child's place we hope they have lots of fun. This Christmas we have sessions for multi-sports, football, performing arts, Christmas clubs and lots more plus great festive fun such as the Central Theatre pantomime and Mission Christmas.

Parents - if you have booked any sessions and your child cant attend please make sure you cancel your booking so another Medway child can take part.

There's still some places left to book - https://orlo.uk/8CZpG

21/12/2025

For some people the festive season can be isolating and tough. If you can, please take a moment to check in on each other, especially those who may be alone this Christmas and New Year.

Help is available 24/7 call 0800 107 0160 for free confidential support at any time.
For more information visit https://orlo.uk/6kYLm

20/12/2025

Have the kids broken up for Christmas? If you are looking for something to keep them active this December MedwayGo might be for you!
Find free and low price paid for places across Medway with our multi sports sessions. Book your sessions using the links below :

TeamTheme - https://orlo.uk/7qr0f
Fuzion Active - https://orlo.uk/cyi2j
MFSE Multi Sport Camp - https://orlo.uk/Acjx2

Sessions available across both weeks of the Christmas holidays. Find out more about MedwayGo here - https://orlo.uk/EZan1

19/12/2025

Ketamine is an addictive and can lead to serious bladder damage. Talk to someone or contact your GP if you need to.

For information and support on drug-related issues, visit https://orlo.uk/HUSQw or call the FRANK helpline on 0300 123 6600.

https://orlo.uk/n2q3j

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19/12/2025

🌟 Morning sickness got you down? 🌟

Battling nausea isn’t easy when you’re pregnant 🤰—but we’ve got some tasty tricks!
✅ Add a little ginger to your meals
✅ Try refreshing extracts like lemon or rosemary 🍋🌿

Want more tips and a supportive community?

👉 Join BumpClub Medway to connect with other mums-to-be, share experiences, and make your pregnancy journey smoother! 💕

📅 New FREE online programme starts 5 January 2026
Book your free place 👉https://forms.office.com/r/UcBgC7f9XW

19/12/2025

Get ready for the 2026!

It’s the perfect time to reset and experience all the benefits of a month off booze.

Download the free Try Dry® app to start your alcohol-free streak: https://orlo.uk/Try_Dry_app_6SGSZ

19/12/2025

The Christmas period can be lonely. Especially so if you are alone, homeless or insecurely housed. However there is help that can make things easier.

⭐ 21st Century Flooring are offering a free meal at The Vines United Reform Church, Rochester, ME1 1XN on Christmas Day for anyone who would otherwise be spending the day alone. Transport can be arranged for those unable to get there or a delivery of food can be arranged if needed. Email xmas@21stcenturyflooring.co.uk
⭐ Medway Street Angels soup kitchen runs on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays at 7pm serving home cooked meals and hot drinks. Address: Clover Street Car Park, Chatham, ME4 4DT. https://orlo.uk/l6Yyw
⭐ One Big Family soup kitchen runs on Sundays at 6.30pm serving fresh home cooked food with food parcels available. Address: bottom of Meeting House Lane, Chatham, ME4 4YU. The soup kitchen will be open on 24 and 31 December as normal. https://orlo.uk/ShuCy
⭐ Caring Hands will be providing a Christmas Day meal on 25 December, 12-2pm—no booking necessary. Address: 15a-16 New Road Avenue, Chatham, Kent ME4 6BA https://orlo.uk/qqTcX

These services are open to anyone who needs them. Please contact the organisations above directly if you have any questions.
Find out about support for mental health or in an emergency here -https://orlo.uk/ne5Qr

19/12/2025

Get a walk-in flu or Covid-19 vaccine at Dockside Shopping , outside M & S, 10 - 4pm this December.

Make sure you and your loved ones are protected before Christmas. 🎄

Available to eligible adults on Friday, 19; Saturday, 20; Sunday, 21 and Monday, 22.

https://orlo.uk/VZUO5

18/12/2025

Small steps make a big difference in winter. Follow this checklist to help protect your family from , , and other common infections.

18/12/2025

🎄 Dina is celebrating a smokefree Christmas! 🎉

Worried about her health and an upcoming operation, she contacted the Medway Stop Smoking Service.

With our support & stop smoking medication, Dina achieved her goal!

Ready to quit this New Year?

👉 https://orlo.uk/u4BHS

17/12/2025

Get a walk-in flu or Covid-19 vaccine at Dockside Shopping , outside M & S, 10 - 4pm this December.

Make sure you and your loved ones are protected before Christmas. 🎄

Available to eligible adults on Friday, 19; Saturday, 20; Sunday, 21 and Monday, 22.

https://orlo.uk/3rCIg