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People, Health and Care

Hands holding a model house
Deal done: New supported living scheme will help people live...
16 December 2025

Twenty-five new homes for people with additional needs will be delivered in Scunthorpe, as the council unlocks redevelopment of the…

An older man in a furry hat learning how to use a laptop with another man wearing a glasses with a bald head
Tech Together: Free digital skills sessions helping older people...
11 December 2025

Older residents across North Lincolnshire are being offered free, hands-on digital skills sessions to help them stay connected, independent and…

Doctors, nurses and patients in a hospital corridor.
Government refuses to step in and stop NHS plan to strip...
8 December 2025

North Lincolnshire Council has responded after receiving a letter from the Minister of State for Health confirming that the Government…

Myos House - Winter warm packs and energy-saving appliances.
Winter warm packs and low-energy appliances delivered to Myos...
6 December 2025

Elderly residents at Myos House in Scunthorpe have received free low-energy cooking appliances and winter warmer packs as part of…

Humber Bridge Park play equipment- group picture.
New-look Humber Bridge Play Park set to inspire adventure for...
30 November 2025

Families, dog walkers and fitness fans visiting the Humber Bridge and Water’s Edge Country Park can enjoy a bigger, better…

Cllr's, fostering staff and fostering community members at the fostering film showcase event
Could you give the gift of home in 2026 for a local child in...
25 November 2025

The fostering team at North Lincolnshire Council are launching their heartfelt Christmas campaign, Give the Gift of Home, celebrating the power of family, care and belonging.  The campaign shines a light…

ariel view of Central Park Scunthorpe
A healthier North Lincolnshire: Bold 10-year mission to help...
25 November 2025

North Lincolnshire has set out one of the most ambitious health missions anywhere in the country – a decade-long drive…

Cllr Waltham and Cllr Sherwood standing in front of gym equipment in a leisure centre
Almost 500 people now getting fitter and...
21 November 2025

Hundreds of older residents are now getting fit and active for free through North Lincolnshire Council’s Fit for Free programme – boosting health, confidence and…

Active Ageing - Armed Forces Hub - group picture.
Honouring service: Veterans benefit from a day of support and...
18 November 2025

North Lincolnshire’s Armed Forces community took the spotlight recently as veterans aged 66 and above and their carers gathered at…

St Bernadette - Armed Forces Visit - group pic
St Bernadette’s pupils bring history to life with veterans in...
17 November 2025

A simple VE Day afternoon tea – and £300 raised by St Bernadette’s Catholic Primary Voluntary Academy pupils – has…

Worlaby Parish Council and Cllr Rob Waltham, group picture.
New play park gives Worlaby teens a place to call their own
12 November 2025

There’s something exciting happening in Worlaby – a brand-new play park designed especially for teenagers is on the way. Thanks…

Five people holding keys outside the Elizabeth Quarter building
Keys handed over as NHS prepares to move into Elizabeth Quarter
30 October 2025

Keys to office space in the council’s flagship Elizabeth Quarter building have been handed over – paving the way for…

Fostering team at our Kinship care brunch.
The Fostering Team are shining a light on Kinship Care and...
15 October 2025

Last week (6–12 October) was Kinship Care Week, a national celebration of kinship families across England and Wales. Kinship carers…

Tom foster child with fostering family after winning his running race
Tom’s race with new foster carers
9 October 2025

Foster carers who help our children reach for the stars. That is the message of an inspiring new fostering film…

Workman leaning against a wall next to the words 'Stopping starts today'
Kick the habit this Stoptober: Take on North Lincolnshire’s...
1 October 2025

This Stoptober, North Lincolnshire Council is inviting local people to take the first step towards a healthier, smoke-free life. Whether…