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Bassetlaw Action Centre
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A community resource agency offering help and support to individuals and organisations throughout Bassetlaw; promoting the independence of older and vulnerable people and supporting anyone with long term conditions.

https://bassetlawactioncentre.org.uk
Bassetlaw Action Centre is small but mighty! We provide lots of different services around Bassetlaw - find out more at bassetlawactioncentre.org.uk.
July 29, 2025 at 11:15 AM
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📢 The NHS is here for you. Don't delay getting help if you need it.

Please choose the right service. If you're not sure use NHS 111:
🌐 search NHS 111 online
📱 or dial 111
July 28, 2025 at 4:35 PM
We have been made aware of a scam text doing the rounds. Please talk to friends, family, and neighbours to make sure they know not to click on any links.
June 13, 2025 at 8:53 AM
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📢 There's not much time left to book your spring COVID-19 booster before vaccinations end on 17 June 🕐

💻 Find out who is eligible and book online👇
www.nhs.uk/nhs-services...

☎️ or call 119
June 7, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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If you need urgent mental health support then call our dedicated crisis team easily available NHS 111 option 2. 
June 8, 2025 at 12:06 PM
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🚨 Need to see a dentist urgently? 🦷
Extra urgent dental appointments are now available.

Visit NHS111 or phone 111 to book. You do not need to be registered with an NHS dentist.

See our website for more information and a list of urgent conditions 👇
notts.icb.nhs.uk/your-health/...
June 9, 2025 at 7:30 AM
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Did you know 👀 More than 80% of young people worry about being embarrassed if they said they were lonely. Loneliness. It’s a part of life. Let’s talk about it this Loneliness Awareness Week. Find out more ⬇️
https://orlo.uk/SLlV1
#EveryMindMatters #LonelinessAwarenessWeek
June 9, 2025 at 7:31 AM
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Our health and care system is set up to treat single conditions, not reflecting the growing number of people with multiple long-term conditions. In her blog, Cheryl Gowar explores the ways care for multiple conditions could improve and what good would look like for her care.
The Reality Of Living With Multiple Long-Term Conditions | The King's Fund
Cheryl Gowar highlights some of the challenges involved in living with multiple long-term conditions in a health service focused on single conditions
buff.ly
May 30, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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Our Nutrition & Dietetics team is celebrating #DietitiansWeek with the theme ‘the future of dietetics’. Follow the team on Facebook @NottshcDietitians where they’ll be sharing information on sustainability, technology & virtual ways of working & apprenticeship routes in the dietetic world.
June 2, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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⭐️ Is Your Company The Best Business To Work For?
Your employees are your most valuable asset, enter the Employer of the Year Award and tell the judges about how you encourage, develop, and nurture your Team.
Download the entry forms here bit.ly/4jYark5
June 2, 2025 at 10:42 AM
June 3, 2025 at 8:53 AM
We have lots of activities coming up in June - hope to see you there!
June 3, 2025 at 8:52 AM
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It’s #StrokeAwarenessMonth

High blood pressure is one of the main causes of strokes in people aged over 40 but has few noticeable symptoms – so it’s vital you get checked.

Most people aged 40+ can get a free blood pressure check in a local pharmacy 👇
www.nhs.uk/nhs-services...
May 20, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Rebecca Rhodes from Spark and Associates has welcomed everyone taking part in Apprentice of the Year 2025.

Participants will tackle a #localgov challenge & collaborate with peers for a chance to win #LGApprentice2025.

Good luck!
May 20, 2025 at 8:38 AM
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A specialist team at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) has been named as a finalist in the prestigious Diabetes Nursing Awards 2025. ⬇️

www.dbth.nhs.uk/news/local-h...
Local hospital team shortlisted for prestigious national nursing award - Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals
A specialist team at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) has been named as a finalist in the prestigious Diabetes Nursing Awards 2025.
www.dbth.nhs.uk
May 20, 2025 at 12:35 PM
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⏰Make sure to order any repeat prescriptions you will need over the Spring Bank Holiday by Friday 16 May.
May 14, 2025 at 1:20 PM
We have taken delivery of our new community minibus! It was funded by a grant from Motability Foundation and was purpose built for our needs, taking up to 16 people including two wheelchair users. It will be used to enable more disabled and vulnerable people to make connections and enjoy days out.
May 7, 2025 at 11:45 AM
Our volunteers are the lifeblood of BAC. They improve peoples lives and have a great time doing so. Fancy finding out more? Go to bassetlawactioncentre.org.uk/bcvs-involve/
May 2, 2025 at 12:05 PM
Hello! We are a charity in Bassetlaw who help elderly and vulnerable people. We have a Community Car Scheme, minibus trips, support in the home, help with completing forms, and lots more. We are always looking for volunteers - like so many we can't function without them. Visit our website for more.
May 2, 2025 at 11:54 AM