It's All About People

17/12/2025

Christmas can be tough, can't it? For some, it sparkles with joy and togetherness. For others, it can feel overwhelming, lonely, or quietly painful - and often, it’s all of that at once. As the day approaches, expectations grow, family dynamics get complicated, and feelings of loss or grief can feel heavier than ever.

In episode two of this Mental Health series, Kavya, Melissa, and Leah from South Lincolnshire Rural Primary Care Network speak honestly about what Christmas really feels like, and how to cope when it’s not all festive cheer.

Together they share:
• Getting through (and even enjoying) a challenging family Christmas
• Managing if you’re spending Christmas on your own
• Navigating bereavement during the festive period

Whether you’re excited, dreading it, or somewhere in between, this episode is a reminder: you’re not alone - and it’s okay to do Christmas your own way.

🎧 Listen to the podcast: https://bit.ly/48Z5pzV

15/12/2025

08/12/2025

Alison and I had a great day at Shines Illuminate event today, where we heard some fabulous stories about the power of people and communities. We were so encouraged to see and hear how Our Shared Agreement and Personalisation is at the heart of everything they do.
Even Linda made an appearance and got into the Christmas spirit. 🎉🎄🎅🏻

03/12/2025

It was a lovely meeting with Karen Dunderdale, Group CEO at Lincolnshire Community & Hospitals NHS Group, during her visit to Beech House today.

Our Personalisation Team had a great catch-up with Karen, sharing updates and discussing in depth the work we do to support personalised care across Lincolnshire.

A productive and insightful visit — thank you, Karen , for your time and continued support. 🙌

28/11/2025

Something unexpected appeared on a sunny November morning in Lincoln: a full living room - sofas, armchairs, cushions, side tables, and games - right on Sincil Street. It wasn’t a stunt - it was an invitation.

Created with Maff Potts and his amazing movement www.camerados.org, this pop-up “public living room” marks another landmark in a big shift towards new ways of listening in Lincolnshire’s health and care system.

People stopped, talked, shared stories, and confirmed to us how powerful real conversation – and real connection - can be.

This spark is growing into a wider movement of community reporters, community listeners, storytellers, and changemakers. Want to know what’s been happening and where it’s heading next?
Read the full article: https://bit.ly/48lLlrb

20/11/2025

Today is Carers Rights Day, with the theme “Know your rights, use your rights.” Every day, around 12,000 people become unpaid carers for a partner, family member, or friend — often without realising they have legal rights or access to support.

In Lincolnshire alone, more than 70,000 people provide unpaid care, including young carers, parent carers, and those balancing caring with work and family life.

Caring can affect wellbeing, finances, employment, and relationships. No one should miss out on help designed to ease those pressures. Every carer deserves to understand their rights and feel supported to use them.

To hear real stories and practical insights, tune in to our podcast episodes focused on carers:

LISTEN TO Episode 14 - Caring for an adult son with Katie: https://bit.ly/3LN7LtS
LISTEN TO Episode 40 - Caring and Direct Payments with Luke: https://bit.ly/4r9OCCl
LISTEN TO Episode 51 - Lincolnshire Carers Service - People are amazing! with Laura: https://bit.ly/4r93GAf

19/11/2025

In the third 'Everybody, Every Story' podcast, hosts Kavya and Charlotte are joined by Nick Reed, Lung Cancer Screening Programme Manager, and Dr Lucy Rushworth, GP, to explore lung cancer screening in Lincolnshire.

They break down common myths, explain who is eligible for screening, what screening actually involves, and how it can help catch lung cancer early, when treatment is most effective.

It’s an open, honest conversation designed to make lung screening feel less scary and more approachable. Whether you’re eligible for screening or supporting someone who is, this episode offers clear, friendly guidance to help you feel informed and empowered.

LISTEN TO THE PODCAST: https://bit.ly/49n7gAp

Explore the It's All About People Podcast library here: https://bit.ly/49n89sJ

10/11/2025

Day two of our first Community Reporter training course in full flow today!

It was fantastic to see so many passionate people come together to learn how to capture and share real stories from across Lincolnshire.

Through our Community Reporter programme, Lincolnshire people are using their own and others’ lived experiences to help shape the future of health and social care, making sure every voice is heard and valued.

Our February 2026 Community Reporting training is already fully booked, but we'll keep you posted about future training dates and opportunities so you too can join this growing movement of storytellers in Lincolnshire!

Find out more about our Community Reporter programme here: https://bit.ly/47X3BqO

10/11/2025

Have your say on NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) in Lincolnshire 💬

We’re working with the NHS CHC team and Lincolnshire County Council’s Adult Social Care team to make the CHC journey better for everyone - and we need your input and insight.

STAFF / STAKEHOLDER SURVEY: Tell us what’s working well and what could be improved 👉 https://bit.ly/4nLWbwk

PUBLIC SURVEY: If you or someone you care for has received CHC or Funded Nursing Care, please share your experience here 👉 https://bit.ly/43jv0BM

Your feedback will help shape how CHC is delivered and improve experiences for people across Lincolnshire.
Please complete your survey by Monday 12 January 2026.
(You can also scan the QR codes in the image to take part!)

06/11/2025

JOIN OUR NEXT PERSONALISATION HUDDLE - From Pathway to Person: Personalising Frailty with Local Communities and Neighbourhoods

Come and be part of an inspiring conversation about how personalised, strengths-based approaches are transforming care for frail people across Lincolnshire.

You’ll hear from three fantastic neighbourhoods:
• South Lincolnshire and Rural PCN – sharing how months of collaboration and learning are helping them lay the groundwork for change.
• K2 PCN – working closely with people who have complex needs and the Frailty Virtual Wards to focus on what really matters.
• South Lincoln – one of the early trailblazers, fully embracing personalised, strengths-based practice in action.

Each team will bring their own insights, challenges, and learning – and they want to hear from you too. What’s happening in your area? How are you involved? What could others learn from your experience?

This event takes place on Thursday 27 November 2025, 9.30 am – 11 AM via Microsoft Teams.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER: https://bit.ly/3Lwgyjv

05/11/2025

It’s Occupational Therapy Week! (3–9 November 2025)

To celebrate, our Alison chats with Occupational Therapists (OTs) Zoe and Laura, and Denis, an expert by experience with an incredible story of recovery.

After 15 months in a hospital bed, Denis can now walk into his kitchen and back again, thanks to his determination and the creativity, trust, and teamwork of his OT team.

This powerful conversation shows what’s possible when people work together and never stop believing in what they can achieve.

🎧 Listen now and be inspired! https://bit.ly/47A0W7v

04/11/2025

LAST FEW SPACES - Motivational Interviewing Training on November 18th
🕒 Time: 9:30am – 4:30pm
📍Platform: Online via Zoom (Access to link will be sent closer to time)
💻 Register here - https://www.itsallaboutpeople.info/learning-development