Croydon relaunches bid to become dementia-friendly borough
The Croydon Dementia Action Alliance wants more people in the borough to become a Dementia Friend and learn more about how we can all help to create dementia-friendly communities.
July 2022
March 2022
Opportunity to make positive changes to people with autism
Croydon’s Autism Partnership Board is seeking new members from the borough’s autistic community for a four year period commencing 6 May 2022.
February 2022
Act now to keep your free NHS healthy food and vitamins benefits
Parents and carers who receive free NHS Healthy Start paper vouchers to buy fruit, vegetables and vitamins for their families need to apply for the scheme’s new digital card before 31 March.
November 2021
Easier access to your baby’s health records
Pregnant women and parents in Croydon can now more easily access their child’s health records with the new online e-Redbook.
June 2019
London-wide recognition for Croydon’s dementia friendly town
Mayor of London puts a spotlight on Croydon's work to make the borough inclusive for its 3,600 residents living with dementia.
February 2019
Dementia friendly cinema launches in Croydon
Free films at Croydon’s David Lean Cinema organised for people living with dementia and a family member or carer who accompanies them.
November 2018
Impact of a child’s first 1,000 days lasts a lifetime, new report reveals
From preconception to age two, every aspect of a child’s world is already shaping their adult life.
March 2018
Better support for carers
A new joint strategy to improve support for the borough’s carers has been developed by Croydon Council, the local NHS, residents and community groups.
May 2016
Croydon’s Shared Lives service rated as outstanding
Inspectors have rated as “outstanding” a Croydon Council-run service that helps adults with learning disabilities, mental health problems and other support needs.
The Croydon Shared Lives scheme, which places vulnerable adults in the homes of specialist carers for […]
March 2015
Countdown to care reform begins
The most significant reform in social care for more than 60 years comes into effect on 1 April, and Croydon Council is urging people who give and receive care to find out how the changes will affect […]