Health

Leighton Hospital baby bereavement suite to be open in summer

Leighton Hospital baby bereavement suite to be open in summer

A purpose-built baby bereavement suite being built at Leighton Hospital is set for completion this summer.

The suite, at the hospital’s maternity unit, will provide private space for bereaved parents to spend time with their baby and family, away from the labour ward.

April 17, 2023
Nantwich cancer dad to share rare proton beam therapy experience

Nantwich cancer dad to share rare proton beam therapy experience

A father-of-two from Nantwich, who was treated with proton beam therapy as part of a clinical trial, will share his experience with other patients at a high-profile conference.

Michael Schillinger, 57, was diagnosed with head and neck cancer in 2020 after finding a lump while shaving.

April 15, 2023
Hospitals Trust chairman Dennis Dunn is new High Sheriff of Cheshire

Hospitals Trust chairman Dennis Dunn is new High Sheriff of Cheshire

The Chairman of Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust which runs Leighton Hospital is to be the new High Sheriff of Cheshire for 2023-24.

Dennis Dunn will be installed as High Sheriff in a ceremony at the University of Chester on April 14.

April 13, 2023
Crewe & Nantwich Slimming World team scoops national recognition

Crewe & Nantwich Slimming World team scoops national recognition

Crewe & Nantwich Slimming World consultants have been ranked sixth out of almost 600 teams nationally.

The five-strong Slimming World team run 12 groups, Monday to Saturday in Crewe and Nantwich.

April 10, 2023
Cheshire East “Reconnect Service” ends after helping nearly 100 people

Cheshire East “Reconnect Service” ends after helping nearly 100 people

A service that supported people to live independently in their homes and community has come to an end after supporting nearly 100 people in the last year.

The Reconnect Service provided by home support and repairs organisation Revival, was commissioned by Cheshire East Council in April last year.

April 4, 2023
Carers of adults with learning disabilities slams Cheshire East over “shameful” funding

Carers of adults with learning disabilities slams Cheshire East over “shameful” funding

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
A trust which provides specialised care for adults with learning and physical disabilities in Cheshire East has slammed the funding it receives from the council as “shameful”.

The Rossendale Trust provides supported living care to adults with learning and physical disabilities, in purpose-built apartments and houses.

March 30, 2023
Women’s safety organisation announces plans for South Cheshire hub

Women’s safety organisation announces plans for South Cheshire hub

A campaign to make society safer for women and girls has unveiled plans for new South Cheshire headquarters as part of a package of measures to prevent their physical and mental harm.

Alpha Omega Women Peace and Security (WPS) Foundation, which currently holds sessions at Crewe Market Hall, is opening a hub on Crewe Business Park offering emotional and practical support.

March 29, 2023
Nantwich woman overcomes mobility issues to run half marathon

Nantwich woman overcomes mobility issues to run half marathon

A Nantwich woman has overcome mobility issues which she was born with to complete a half marathon!

Laura Concannon, 37, was born with bilateral talipes, meaning both her feet were twisted inwards.

March 28, 2023
Cheshire East Council to axe Stay Well Squad after just one year

Cheshire East Council to axe Stay Well Squad after just one year

By Belinda Ryan, local democracy reporter
Cheshire East Council is axing its Stay Well Squad – a mobile health and wellbeing service that was launched last May.

The service was set up to help residents improve their health, fitness, and wellbeing.

March 27, 2023
Rainbow theme for Hospice “Midnight Walk” in South Cheshire

Rainbow theme for Hospice “Midnight Walk” in South Cheshire

St Luke’s Hospice has unveiled plans for its fundraising Midnight Walk in 2023. And organisers say it will be bigger and brighter than ever before.

The event attracts thousands of people who walk from Nantwich to Crewe and back through the night. This year it takes place on Saturday July 1.

March 19, 2023
Cuddle bed comfort for St Luke’s Hospice patients and loved ones

Cuddle bed comfort for St Luke’s Hospice patients and loved ones

A new bed which allows families to cuddle loved ones and offer comfort has been introduced to the inpatient unit at St Luke’s Hospice.

Donations from supporters funded the “cuddle bed” which takes up the same space as a normal hospital bed.

March 15, 2023
People in South Cheshire urged to join NHS organ donor register

People in South Cheshire urged to join NHS organ donor register

People in South Cheshire are being urged to become a lifesaver – by registering as an NHS organ donor.

NHS Blood and Transplant, which oversees organ donation in the UK, is calling on everyone in the county to add their name and decision to the register.

February 23, 2023
Lottery boost for Cheshire project supporting mums and children at risk

Lottery boost for Cheshire project supporting mums and children at risk

A specialist South Cheshire service supporting mums with children at risk of being removed from their care has won backing from The National Lottery Community Fund.

The Believe Project, run by Crewe charity Motherwell Cheshire, has been awarded £282,401 to continue its vital work in the community after funding dried up during the pandemic.

February 16, 2023