Falls are a dangerous business

HEALTH bosses are urging people to take care and be aware of the dangers of falling.

Having a fall can cause unseen damage by knocking your confidence.

Having a fall can have serious repercussions for an older person, sometimes resulting in a loss of independence.

Be aware of the dangers: About a third of all people aged over 65 fall each year, with higher rates among those over 75.

According to NHS Yorkshire and the Humber, it is estimated that falls affect 33 per cent of people over the age of 65.

Love Parks Week

Do you love parks?  We do.
It's Love Parks Week so there will be plenty of activities and fun to be had around North East Lincolnshire.

For those based in Grimsby/Cleethorpes area, feel free to join in at People's Park.  Or if you live around Immingham, why not check out the Fun Day?

Guide Dog steals the show at LINk meeting

When Rachael Allison from the Guide Dogs for the Blind Association came to the monthly LINk meeting on Tuesday 19th July 2011 to give her presentation, she brought a friend with her.  Taya, a black Labrador, had no shortage of admirers and won over the LINk members in no time at all.

Our very special guest was just a hint of the meeting in store for them, Rachael gave a fascinating and engaging talk, involving her audience in the subject.  As Taya roamed the hall, giving everyone a chance to stroke her, Rachael blindfolded volunteers and passed around glasses that simulated sight problems.  She quizzed the group and got them voting fact or fiction on common misconceptions.

LINk Annual Report released

The North East Lincolnshire Local Involvement Network has released its Annual Report for 2010-2011.

LINk staff member Karry Stones has worked really hard to bring this about and her dedication has paid off with this report.

We've built on our success from last year and we've listened to your comments and feedback.  So we're having this year's Annual Report printed in a handy A5 size,  making it much easier for members and residents to carry.

Check it out here.

Diana Princess of Wales Hospital

The LINk staff have spent the morning talking to staff, patients and visitors at Diana Princess of Wales Hospital, encouraging local people to have their say on how their local health and social care services are run.


On the first Wednesday of every month, LINk staff do their best to raise awareness of Health and Social Care issues and promote the work the LINk does.

Tayo promotes the LINk