Warwickshire residents are being asked to share their views on cross-pavement electric vehicle (EV) charging channels.
This follows Warwickshire County Council receiving dedicated Department for Transport funding to expand the installation of cross-pavement EV charging channels across the county.
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If you provide regular unpaid emotional or physical support to a friend, neighbour, family member or member of the community, you could get support for planned, unexpected, or urgent breaks.
Learn more: https://orlo.uk/WvE95
Last chance to have your say!
Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission want to hear directly from parents, carers, children and young people about their experiences of SEND services in Warwickshire.
👉 ofsted.smartsurvey.co.uk/p/AreaSend/1...
Surveys close at 9am on Tuesday 21 April 2026
Don't miss April's edition of the Warwickshire SEND Newsletter!
This month's edition includes how to share your views with Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission in the Local Area SEND Inspection and free consultations with a SENDIAS adviser.
Read the latest here: mailchi.mp/warwickshire...
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A parent carer is someone who cares for a member of their family who is under 18 and has additional needs, a disability or a long-term illness.
Support is available to parent carers in Warwickshire. Find out more: https://orlo.uk/zJ1t5
AskSARA has access to equipment to support independence
Explore the AskSARA website which provides expert advice and information about products and equipment for adults and people with disabilities
Discover the range of equipment and devices available
https://orlo.uk/AskSARA_LlKSa
#LivingWell #AskSARA #Healthandwellbeing #Healthyageing
Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission have begun their inspection of our local area’s SEND arrangements. There are two surveys open to have your say!
Parent Carer Survey
👉 ofsted.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/AreaSEND-P...
Children and Young People Survey
👉 ofsted.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/AreaSEND-C...
When was the last time you tested yours?
As part of the Fire Kills campaign, Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service is asking people to test their smoke alarms regularly and make testing them part of their household routine.
Free Park Yoga at Kingsbury Water Park!
From 3 May, free sessions will run every Sunday at 9.30am for one hour. It’s a great opportunity for people of all ages and abilities to give yoga a go in a relaxed, welcoming setting. There’s no need to book, just turn up and look out for the Park Yoga flag.
AskSARA has access to equipment to support independence
Make a positive difference to your life or the life of your loved one today 🫱🏻🫲🏾
AskSARA for advice about equipment that could make your daily life easier
Visit https://orlo.uk/Qem1W for Assertive Technology
#LivingWell #AskSARA #Healthandwellbeing #Healthyageing
Have you had your say yet?
The government has opened a public consultation on proposed changes to the special educational needs and disabilities system.
The consultation ends on Monday 18 May 2026.
Visit here for more: consult.education.gov.uk/send-strateg...
Warwickshire families - we want to hear from you!
Are you responsible for children aged 0-19, or up to 25 years old for those with SEND? Do you want to know more about Warwickshire’s Children and Family Centres, or have you been to one?
If so, please complete the survey: orlo.uk/RMPub
Looking for something to do with the kids this Easter holiday that won’t break the bank?
If so, why not visit one of Warwickshire’s Country Parks, with great facilities, spectacular views and plenty of picnic spots for the whole family to enjoy.
For more info: countryparks.warwickshire.gov.uk
AskSARA has access to equipment to support independence
The AskSARA self-assessment tool can provide advice and guidance on products which may be able to assist you with low energy or shortness of breath. 🫂
Find out more: https://orlo.uk/AskSARA_tl3h1
#LivingWell #AskSARA #Healthandwellbeing #Healthyageing
Families across Warwickshire can look forward to a packed programme of activities, events and support over the spring school break.
From outdoor adventures and museum trails to free holiday clubs and family support services, there are plenty of opportunities to stay active.
AskSARA has access to equipment to support independence
The AskSARA website helps to improve people’s access to a range of self-help devices, equipment, and solutions, known as assistive technology. 🫂
Find out how AskSARA can support you:
https://orlo.uk/AskSARA_qp44y
#LivingWell #AskSARA #Healthandwellbeing #Healthyageing
The car park at Justice Walk will be closing to the public on 7 April to enable the first phase of the Transforming Nuneaton Highway Scheme for Wheat Street.
More details here:
https://orlo.uk/9R6oi
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Did you know that if you provide regular unpaid emotional or physical support to a friend, neighbour, family member or member of the community you might be able to receive a payment from us, to help support you outside of your caring role?
Find out more: https://orlo.uk/3HU9q
⏰ Don’t forget – the clocks have gone forward ⏰
We may have missed an hour of sleep…but we have gained brighter nights, longer evenings and a real sign that spring has arrived! 🌸☀️
We’ve seen extremely high demand at our recycling centres over the past couple of weeks, and we are expecting all our sites to be very busy again this weekend.
If you are planning a visit, please be prepared for longer-than-usual queues. If you can, consider visiting mid-week when its quieter.
Today we’re celebrating the amazing achievements of young people with special educational needs and/or disabilities across Warwickshire who are gaining new skills, growing in independence and shaping their futures through supported internships.
Eating a more healthy diet can reduce some types of Dementia
A healthy lifestyle can help lower your risk of developing certain types of dementia?
Be active
Eat healthily
Maintain a healthy weight
Stay social
Limit alcohol
Stop smoking
Keep on top of your health
https://orlo.uk/Living_well_with_Dementia_826bH
#Dementiaawareness #ReduceYourRisk #Wellbeing
Specialist Resourced Provision teachers from across Warwickshire recently came together at Stoneleigh Park for the annual SRP Teacher Training Day.
What parents and carers need to know about primary and junior school place offers for September 2026.
Families across Warwickshire who applied on-time for a Reception or Year 3 junior school place for September 2026 will receive their child’s school offer by email on Thursday 16 April.
Direct Payment survey - we want to find out about your experience of using Direct Payment.
Do you receive a Direct Payment?
Our Direct Payments Survey closes Sunday 29 March – you still have time to share your feedback to help us keep improving support for residents
Use link below
https://orlo.uk/Survey_iMJOh
#DirectPaymentSurvey #DirectPayments #PenderelsTrust
Warwickshire County Council has published its draft Council Plan and wants to hear what matters most to you.
The plan sets out our mission to improve services, build a better form of local government, and help people across the county live safer, healthier and thriving lives.
➡️ orlo.uk/DpRO3
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A parent carer is someone who cares for a member of their family who is under 18 and has additional needs, a disability or a long-term illness. Support is available to parent carers in Warwickshire. Find out more: https://orlo.uk/oO1C1
As spring approaches, Warwickshire County Council is encouraging residents to explore the wide range of volunteering opportunities available to them across the county.
