Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

04/09/2025

An appointment message about the Emergency Alerts system which will be activated this Sunday at 3pm.❗️

The Emergency Alerts system is used to warn if there’s a danger to life nearby, including extreme weather. Regular testing ensures the system is functioning correctly, should it need to be used in a life-threatening emergency.

This is a danger for victims of domestic abuse who have a concealed phone - you will need to take action in order to turn the alert off. ⬇️

03/09/2025

It certainly feels like the end of summer! But there's lots of look forward to over the next couple of months, including the Autumn Health Walks. 🍁🍂

Why not join a local Health Walk near you - it's a great way to get active, explore the local area and meet new people.

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🍂Autumn Health Walks timetables are now live! 🍂

Health Walks are fun, free and led by friendly, trained volunteers. We have walks to suit all abilities and they often end with a cuppa!

🌳There are now 29 beginners walking opportunities available across the County, perfect for anyone looking to gently increase their physical activity and connect with others!🌳

To find a Health Walk near you, visit: www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/healthwalks or call: 01992 555888

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02/09/2025

From this week, you can book to get your child vaccinated and protect them against flu this winter.

If you're child is:
✅aged 2 to 3, you can book an appointment with your GP.
✅school-aged, they will be offered the vaccine at school.

Children with a chronic health condition can get their flu vaccine at school or from their GP.

Find out more: https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/child-flu-vaccine/

02/09/2025

School starts again tomorrow for children and young people in Hertfordshire! Are you ready? 🎒

If you or your child have questions or worries about the new school year, you can use our ChatHealth text messaging service to speak to one of our friendly school nurses. 📱

For children ages 11-19: Text 07480 635050
For parents: Text 07132 263002
(This service is run Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm and is for children/parents of children attending a Hertfordshire school.)

01/09/2025

Are you all set for school? Check that your child is fully-protected so they can get off to a good start.

Go to www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/ for more information.

01/09/2025

The summer is definitely over. Applications for free salt to help clear pavements and roads during icy conditions in your local area open today. 🥶

29/08/2025

Child starting school next week? Make sure they're ready for reception and have had all the free vaccinations they're entitled to.

Go to www.nhs.uk/vaccinations for more information.

28/08/2025

Hot on the heels of our Chief Medical Officer being shortlisted for a HSJ Awards 2025, our Children and Young People’s Integrated Therapy (CYPT) Service has also been recognised! 🎉

Our FOLLOW initiative – “Top tips for talking in early years” has been shortlisted in the Early Intervention and Prevention for Children, Young People and Families category.

💬 Our amazing Speech and Language Therapy team, led by the wonderful Cathy and Becky, developed FOLLOW in order to give parents, carers and early years professionals simple, evidence-based strategies to support children’s communication skills – skills that are vital for learning, playing and connecting with others.

This year’s HSJ Awards saw more than 1,250 entries – with just 245 shortlisted, we’re incredibly proud of our team for achieving this national recognition. 🙌

27/08/2025

Join these helpful sessions if your child or young person is receiving mental health support or on a waiting list for a specific service. They're free and available for parents or carers.

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Parents and carers of children and young people who are using any services commissioned by Hertfordshire's Children and Young People's Mental Health Services (Herts CYPMHS), or on a waiting list for a specific service can join FREE monthly zoom sessions for advice and support from Carers in Hertfordshire. Online sessions are 7 to 9pm on the following Tuesdays:

2 September: Supporting your wellbeing
7 October: Learn more about self-harm
4 November: Mental health in the family.

For more information or to book your place, call: 01992 58 69 69 or
E: contact@carersinherts.org.uk or register online:
www.carersinherts.org.uk/events

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27/08/2025

It’s so important that every child gets the best start in life.

There are lots of benefits to breastfeeding but we know it’s a learning curve.

This , we’re highlighting the support available on our Health for Under 5s website: https://healthforunder5s.co.uk/sections/baby/a-step-by-step-guide-to-breastfeeding/

DYK We’ve been recognised as providing ‘gold standard’ support to families by UNICEF.

Our team ensure every family receives the highest standard of care. If you need non-urgent help, please reach out by messaging our confidential and free ChatHealth service on 07480 635164.

21/08/2025

Best of luck to everyone receiving their results! 🤞

Did you know the NHS offers apprenticeships for people over 16? They're just one of the many career paths open to you.

Visit https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/ to learn more about NHS careers, and start thinking about your path!