East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust is here.

Proud to serve communities across the East of England, delivering outstanding care whenever and wherever it’s needed. 💙

We're proud to strengthen our partnership between NCH&C & @norfolkcc.bsky.social with an updated Section 75 agreement. Working closely, we're improving access to integrated adult health & social care, focusing on prevention, community services, & better support when needed.
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From training as a reservist with the British Armed Forces to working as a Senior Community Nurse, read about Aaron’s inspiring journey through the nursing apprenticeship pathway and his advice for future apprentices.
Read Aaron's story>>www.norfolkcommunityhealthandcare.nhs.uk/naw-alice-story

Congratulations to our STAR of the Month winner for December, Hayley Sansbury, Community Occupational Therapist from South Place. Hayley was nominated for her positive attitude & commitment to ensuring patients receive timely care.
She excels in supporting both patients and colleagues. #WeAreNCHC 💙

We’re celebrating National Apprenticeship Week 2026.
This week, we’re sharing inspiring apprenticeship journeys from across our Trust - clinical and non-clinical, and celebrating the role apprentices play in the future of the NHS. 💙
Read Becky's story>>https://buff.ly/2Y5HAdR
#NAW2026

Following the £1.2 million of solar panel funding we received from government last year, we’re pleased to receive a further £30k to install solar batteries at:

🟢Wymondham
🟢Swaffham
🟢Colman
🟢Norwich Community Hospital.

This will allow us to save the green energy we generate for later use. 💚

If you’re feeling unwell and suspect you have a virus, stay at home to stop it spreading it to others.
If you need advice, NHS 111 can tell you what to do next.
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We’re recruiting a Registered Nursing Associate.
Join us at Willow Therapy Unit, supporting patients in a reablement setting to regain independence. Work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.
Apply: buff.ly/z0vqyqb

Congratulations to Rachel Sutton and Holly Sopp, our STARs of the Month for November.

As Highly Specialist Physiotherapists at Norwich Place, they were nominated for their leadership, reliability, and teamwork during a managerial absence, maintaining team morale and smooth operations.
#WeAreNCHC

Congratulations to all our November STAR of Recognition winners.⭐
These badges honour colleagues who go above and beyond in their roles, make a difference in others' lives, and embody our core values and behaviours every day.
Thank you to everyone for making a positive impact.💙
#WeAreNCHC

Sore throat? If needed, your pharmacist can now provide some prescription medicine without seeing a GP.
Think pharmacy first.
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We are proud to once again receive the Carers Friendly Tick Award – Health, recognising our vital work supporting unpaid carers and staff with caring responsibilities.

This reinforces our commitment to a compassionate, inclusive culture where carers feel valued and supported. 💙

Enjoy the outdoors and help others by joining our garden volunteer team at Kelling Hospital. Work with other volunteers at flexible times, enjoy fresh air, and make a difference. Interested? Apply here>>https://buff.ly/pta5DOo

In January, find them at Pine Cottage, Colman Hospital and Foxley Ward, Dereham Hospital.
Your feedback helps improve NHS care – look out for a letterbox on your next visit. (2/2)

Have you spotted the pink travelling letterboxes from Healthwatch Norfolk? 💗
They move to new locations each month so you can share honest, confidential feedback about your experience.
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Make 2026 the year you quit smoking for good. There’s lots of free support available to help you. Join the thousands of people preparing to quit smoking this year.

Download the NHS Quit Smoking app or visit Smoke Free Norfolk buff.ly/47Qywo1.

Thank you - bringing some Christmas cheer to our patients and staff members 💙.

Huge congratulations to Ledger Funds winning the 'Almost Christmas Charity Quiz'🏆.

It was a fantastic evening and thank you to all that donated and help raise £400 for the Children's Services💙.

Congratulations to all our September STAR of Recognition winners.⭐
These badges honour colleagues who go above and beyond in their roles, make a difference in others' lives, and embody our core values and behaviours every day.
Thank you to everyone for making a positive impact.💙
#WeAreNCHC

Resident doctors are on strike from 7am on Friday 14 November until 7am on Wednesday 19 November.
All our services remain open and please continue to attend your appointments, unless you are contacted and told otherwise.

Exciting news...
NCH&C & CCS have been selected to become a new Advanced Foundation Trust, launching after our merger in April 2026.

Announced by Wes Streeting at the NHS Providers Conference yesterday.
Find out more>>https://buff.ly/RjrJfrs

As a healthcare worker, getting your flu vaccination is one of the most important things you can do this winter.

Staff at NCH&C can book their flu vaccine. Visit The Loop or Weekly Messages to find out when & where the flu clinics are taking place.

After 50 incredible years in the NHS, we bid a fond farewell to Graham Nice, Non-Executive Director, who retired from NCH&C on 14 Oct. Since joining in 2018, Graham’s leadership, passion, and dedication have left a lasting impact. Thank you, Graham! 💙

We're thrilled to be shortlisted for the 'Inclusive Culture' Award at the Onvero Inclusivity Excellence Awards 2025.
This nomination celebrates how our West Place teams have worked together to build a workplace where everyone feels they belong.
Read the full story>https://tinyurl.com/y2ktduem

Happy Allied Health Professionals Day (AHP) to all our incredible staff.

As the third-largest clinical workforce in health and care, AHPs are crucial in supporting the NHS Long-Term Plan.

Thank you to all AHPs for your incredible impact on our communities.

#WeAreNCHC #AHPSDay2025

If you need urgent medical help but you're not sure where to go, use 111 to get assessed and directed to the right place for you.​ Call, go online or use the NHS App.

➡️ nhs.uk/111

This weekend, 24
@nchctrust.bsky.social staff members will be bouncing their way along 5kms at @Inflatable5K in #Norwich. 🏃‍♂️

We have 5 spare tickets, if you fancy taking part for a donation - DM us if interested.👍

Or, you can support our team's fundraising here: justgiving.com/campaign/nch...

✨ Calling all NCH&C staff ✨
The National NHS Staff Survey 2025 has now launched. All eligible staff will have received an electronic copy of the survey to their trust email address.

We value your feedback & encourage you to complete the survey before the deadline of Friday 28 November.

#WeAreNCHC

Join me for our QICN Journal Club Thur 23rd Oct 14:30-15:30. We welcome all nurses working in community roles
Book your free place & receive the article for review, along with a reviewing template, by emailing Clare.McCraith@qicn.org.uk

@theqicn.bsky.social @nihr.bsky.social @nchctrust.bsky.social

'The Almost #Christmas Quiz' night is BACK for a second year!🎄

You plus some family/colleagues, bit of food, 10 fun quizzical rounds with drinks, prizes and a raffle - all in aid of our fabulous
@nchctrust.bsky.social registered charity!❓

Spaces are limited, so make sure you book early. 👍