Volunteers, social prescribers and local befrienders welcomed ICB Chair Dr Kathy McLean into the heart of their thriving hub in Ripley to show her the impact and reach of Amber Valley Community and Voluntary Services (CVS).Since 1989, Amber Valley CVS has provided community support, working to strengthen local groups and volunteer networks across Amber Valley […]
A 'handy duo' ensured essential rails and ramps were fitted in the homes of more than 200 people trying to get home from hospital last winter, reducing pressure on the NHS and keeping people living independently.From grab rails, ramps, and fitting key safes, to moving furniture and pinning carpets, the Handy Person Service in South […]
Vaccination is the most important thing we can do to protect ourselves and our children against ill health.
Falls are a common health risk for older adults, but they aren't inevitable. One in three people aged over 65 in Derby and Derbyshire will experience a fall each year, resulting in approximately 6,000 hospital visits.
On Thursday 25 September 2025 Age UK Derby and Derbyshire and its Falls Prevention Service: Live Stronger for Longer with Chesterfield FC Community Trust brought 1,200 people together at Chesterfield FC’s stadium to attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the largest chair-based exercise session.
Pharmacy teams in Derby and Derbyshire have been out in force this autumn, attending 11 freshers events to share important information about pharmacy services with hundreds of students.