Worcestershire County Council

During the week beginning 20 April Healthy Worcestershire sessions will explore why it helps to have a strong support circle. Learn how friendships and community links make life easier and healthier. Sessions are free and open to all. Just pop in. healthyworcestershire.org.uk

Healthy Worcestershire sessions will focus on confidence during the week of 13 April. Learn simple ways to challenge negative thoughts and feel more assured. Sessions are free and open to everyone. No need to book. Just pop in. Find a session: healthyworcestershire.org.uk

Our Adult Learning team have launched FREE Digital Skills courses across Worcestershire this month. Final courses before September. Book now: worcestershire.gov.uk/courses

Families joined the opening of the Best Start Family Hub at Birchen Coppice Primary School yesterday. Activities included an Easter egg hunt, games and face painting, with sea shanties from the Coppice Shanty Crew. Open Mon–Wed, 8:30am to 4:30pm 👉 worcestershire.gov.uk/familyhubs

Come and learn simple breathing techniques at a Healthy Worcestershire session during the week of 6 April. Try Pranayama to help calm your body and mind. Sessions are free and open to all. No need to book. Just pop in and take a moment to breathe. healthyworcestershire.org.uk

Find out more/get involved at worcestershire.gov.uk/WiSTEM Access the Employer Toolkit at careersworcs.co.uk/WiSTEMresources

Our Skills and Employment team are spearheading a county-wide Women in STEM Week (20-24 April). Employers can share WiSTEM stories and get involved - see the links below. #WiSTEMWorcs26

NHS Healthy Start payments are increasing from 6 April 2026. This means: 🤰10+ weeks pregnant – £4.65 per week 👶Under 1 – £9.30 per week 🧒Aged 1 to 4 – £4.65 per week It will increase automatically. Find out if you are eligible at healthystart.nhs.uk

There’s only a few days left to get the Early Bird rate for Wythall and Hollywood Fun Run. Book before midnight on Monday 30 March to save. Join in the 5K, 10K or Families on Track race. The year’s 10K features a brand-new route. Sign up at wythallhollywoodfunrun.org.uk

Next week Healthy Worcestershire will explore cooking on a budget. Learn how to prepare healthy seasonal meals for one at without spending too much. Free weekly sessions in 30 venues and online. No booking needed. Find your nearest session at healthyworcestershire.org.uk

Our Skills and Employability team want your views on the future of #WorkExperience in Worcestershire. Share your feedback at rebrand.ly/MWEX & businesses wanting to join their special forum on it can find out more at rebrand.ly/MWEX #WorkExperience

Could you be eligible for support in giving a healthy start for your family? If you're pregnant or have a child under the age of 4, you could be eligible for regular payments to help with the cost of healthy food and milk. Find out if you're eligible: healthystart.nhs.uk

Switch Together deadline extended! Over 1,100 residents, community groups and businesses have already registered for this group-buying scheme, making switching to solar energy simpler and more affordable. New deadline: 26 April. Find out more: worcestershire.gov.uk/switchtogether

Switch Together deadline extended! Over 1,100 residents, community groups and businesses have already registered for this group-buying scheme, making switching to solar energy simpler and more affordable. New deadline: 26 April. Find out more: worcestershire.gov.uk/switchtogether

Always wanted to try Couch to 5K? Now’s a great time to start! Graduate at Wythall and Hollywood Fun Run in a friendly, supportive environment. Then pick up your well-deserved medal and enjoy the family fun day in the park. 👉wythallhollywoodfunrun.org.uk

Discover the Worcestershire Community Services Directory! Your go‑to place for local health, wellbeing groups, and support services. Explore the directory or register your service at: worcestershire.gov.uk/csd

Did you know the Adult Front Door Service is not just the gateway to Adult Social Care? We are also able to provide personalised information, advice and guidance. Getting in contact can help you stay happier and healthier for longer Get in contact here worcestershire.gov.uk/GetInTouchAdul…

There's still time to register for new solar panel scheme! Switch Together (formerly Solar Together) offers households, community buildings and SMEs a trusted, collective way to invest in renewable energy. Register by 27 March 2026. Find out more: worcestershire.gov.uk/council-servic…

Find out more about skills, training, and employability from our teams by visiting worcestershire.gov.uk/skills

Our Skills & Employability team produced this week's hugely successful Skills Expo on 4–5 March. 4,000 students from 40+ schools explored careers with local employers and training providers. Watch the highlights below! #SkillsExpoWorcs