This week is due to be very cold, with snowy weather and icy conditions.

Remember, it's really important that you stay warm - especially if you're elderly, have health conditions or have young children living with you.

Here are a few top tips on how you can stay warm this week:

  • Keep your heating on low throughout the day. Keep the doors of unheated rooms open to allow some warmth in.

  • Heat yourself if you're worried about the cost of energy - layer up on your clothes, use hot water bottles, blankets, and wear thick socks and slippers.
  • Eat regularly and have at least one hot meal a day with plenty of hot drinks.
  • Warm yourself up by moving around and avoid sitting for long periods of time.
  • Remember the support available - contact us if you're worried about the cost of energy, food or other household bills. Visit www.westkent.org/helpforyou
  • Check to see if you'd be eligible for Cold Weather Payments, visit www.gov.uk/cold-weather-payment

Welcome Ian, our new CEO

We’re pleased to welcome Ian Joynson as our new Chief Executive.  Over the next few months, you’ll see him visiting communities across Kent, chatting with residents, and listening to your ideas and experiences. Want to hear more from Ian himself? Watch his short video message.

 

Help shape your community!

We're inviting residents to take part in our Community Strategy Consultation. This short survey is your chance to share your views on the challenges you and your community face, and what support you think is most needed.