Help and Kindness
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Building the connective tissue of community care in Dorset—and sharing what works nationally.
Find help • Give help • Work together
Directory, insight and practical support
www.helpandkindness.co.uk
Find help • Give help • Work together
Directory, insight and practical support
www.helpandkindness.co.uk
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Hello from Help & Kindness.
We work alongside people, groups and services across Dorset to help people find support, build stronger connections and make better use of what communities already have.
We share what we are learning—and learn from others doing the same.
We work alongside people, groups and services across Dorset to help people find support, build stronger connections and make better use of what communities already have.
We share what we are learning—and learn from others doing the same.
Small local providers can make a very big difference. By helping Dorset's Micro-Providers become visible, connected and supported, we expand the practical choices available to people close to home. #HelpAndKindness #MicroProviders #Dorset: Small local providers can make a very big difference
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Small local providers can make a very big difference. By helping Dorset's Micro-Providers become visible, connected and supported, we expand the practical choices available to people close to home. #HelpAndKindness #MicroProviders #Dorset
Small local providers can make a very big difference
By helping Micro-Providers become visible, connected and supported, we expand the practical choices available to people in their own communities.
dlvr.it
October 2, 2026 at 8:03 AM
Small local providers can make a very big difference. By helping Dorset's Micro-Providers become visible, connected and supported, we expand the practical choices available to people close to home. #HelpAndKindness #MicroProviders #Dorset: Small local providers can make a very big difference
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For around 50 Dorset LGBT+ events this October, organised by and for the LGBT+ community, check out The Dorset #LGBT+ Community Events Diary - weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary... may well be something for YOU! #LGBTQIA
October 1, 2026 at 12:12 PM
For around 50 Dorset LGBT+ events this October, organised by and for the LGBT+ community, check out The Dorset #LGBT+ Community Events Diary - weymouthgaygroup.weebly.com/events-diary... may well be something for YOU! #LGBTQIA
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Another busy schedule! Special guest David Bickerstaff joins us at The Mowlem. Film & Food at Holme for Gardens - Stand by Me. The Tale of Silyan at Durlston, comedy drama Hen at Lighthouse Poole, dramas Rebuilding at Harmans Cross & Effi o Blaenau at Dorchester. Which is for you?
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October 1, 2026 at 12:14 PM
Another busy schedule! Special guest David Bickerstaff joins us at The Mowlem. Film & Food at Holme for Gardens - Stand by Me. The Tale of Silyan at Durlston, comedy drama Hen at Lighthouse Poole, dramas Rebuilding at Harmans Cross & Effi o Blaenau at Dorchester. Which is for you?
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First School Boat of the season today, with 1 fishing Osprey, 104(!) Spoonbill, c200 Avocet, 5 GW Egret + lots more for 65 children to see and learn about.
Each year we take out 1200+ children for free on School Boats, thanks to funding from @lush.com & boat and skippers from Greenslades.
Each year we take out 1200+ children for free on School Boats, thanks to funding from @lush.com & boat and skippers from Greenslades.
October 1, 2026 at 12:04 PM
First School Boat of the season today, with 1 fishing Osprey, 104(!) Spoonbill, c200 Avocet, 5 GW Egret + lots more for 65 children to see and learn about.
Each year we take out 1200+ children for free on School Boats, thanks to funding from @lush.com & boat and skippers from Greenslades.
Each year we take out 1200+ children for free on School Boats, thanks to funding from @lush.com & boat and skippers from Greenslades.
Local knowledge is not a nice extra around public services.
It helps us see what people are experiencing, which support is trusted, where barriers are growing and which small changes could make a real difference.
The challenge is to listen well enough for it to shape action.
#Community #Localism
It helps us see what people are experiencing, which support is trusted, where barriers are growing and which small changes could make a real difference.
The challenge is to listen well enough for it to shape action.
#Community #Localism
October 1, 2026 at 10:10 AM
Local knowledge is not a nice extra around public services.
It helps us see what people are experiencing, which support is trusted, where barriers are growing and which small changes could make a real difference.
The challenge is to listen well enough for it to shape action.
#Community #Localism
It helps us see what people are experiencing, which support is trusted, where barriers are growing and which small changes could make a real difference.
The challenge is to listen well enough for it to shape action.
#Community #Localism
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Do you need legal advice or support in court?
You may be able to access support for free or at a reduced cost.
Our advice can help ⤵️
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You may be able to access support for free or at a reduced cost.
Our advice can help ⤵️
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October 1, 2026 at 7:30 AM
Do you need legal advice or support in court?
You may be able to access support for free or at a reduced cost.
Our advice can help ⤵️
bit.ly/46jzgBL
You may be able to access support for free or at a reduced cost.
Our advice can help ⤵️
bit.ly/46jzgBL
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Read 'From the Ground Up': ffcc.co.uk/publications...
From the Ground Up
A report of the Citizen Advisory Council’s What Works Here Inquiries
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October 1, 2026 at 7:54 AM
Read 'From the Ground Up': ffcc.co.uk/publications...
Could Healthy Start be easier for families to access? @BCPCouncil and Dorset Council want to hear about people's experiences of the scheme. Share your views in the Healthy Start survey by 2 November.
Could Healthy Start be easier for families to access? @BCPCouncil and Dorset Council want to hear about people's experiences of the scheme. Share your views in the Healthy Start survey by 2 November.
BCP Council is inviting families to share their experiences of the NHS Healthy Start scheme and help make it easier for people who are eligible to get the support they are entitled to. Healthy Start can help eligible pregnant women and families wi ...
dlvr.it
October 1, 2026 at 8:33 AM
Could Healthy Start be easier for families to access? @BCPCouncil and Dorset Council want to hear about people's experiences of the scheme. Share your views in the Healthy Start survey by 2 November.
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Health and social care secretary Yvette Cooper announces collective pension scheme for care workers
Care workers to get national pension scheme, says social care secretary - Community Care
Care workers to get national pension scheme, says social care secretary - Community Care
www.communitycare.co.uk
October 1, 2026 at 8:13 AM
Health and social care secretary Yvette Cooper announces collective pension scheme for care workers
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2.9 million people aged 50 to state pension age are NETERs – people aged between 50 and state pension currently not in employment, training, education or retirement. And a growing number of organisations believe they should be more visible in our labour market statistics.
September 30, 2026 at 10:55 AM
2.9 million people aged 50 to state pension age are NETERs – people aged between 50 and state pension currently not in employment, training, education or retirement. And a growing number of organisations believe they should be more visible in our labour market statistics.
Interested in becoming an Age Friendly Dorset Ambassador? Come along to Charlton Down Village Hall on 9 October, 1–4pm, to find out more. Speakers, activities, cake and time for questions. Everyone welcome. Book here:…
Interested in becoming an Age Friendly Dorset Ambassador? Come along to Charlton Down Village Hall on 9 October, 1–4pm, to find out more. Speakers, activities, cake and time for questions. Everyone welcome. Book here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/celebrating-our-ambassadors-2026-tickets-1994539415082
We have decided to open our tickets to all residents for our Age Friendly Dorset ambassador event at Charlton Down village hall on 9 October (1pm-4pm). If you have ever wondered whether becoming an Age Friendly Dorset ambassador or if our ambassad ...
dlvr.it
September 30, 2026 at 3:31 PM
Interested in becoming an Age Friendly Dorset Ambassador? Come along to Charlton Down Village Hall on 9 October, 1–4pm, to find out more. Speakers, activities, cake and time for questions. Everyone welcome. Book here:…
A request may sound simple, but the circumstances behind it may not be. Dorset's Community Response listens first, explores the whole situation and helps residents, families and professionals find practical local possibilities. #HelpAndKindness #Dorset: Sometimes finding help starts with being…
A request may sound simple, but the circumstances behind it may not be. Dorset's Community Response listens first, explores the whole situation and helps residents, families and professionals find practical local possibilities. #HelpAndKindness #Dorset
Sometimes finding help starts with being heard
A request may sound simple at first, but useful support begins by listening to the person and the circumstances around it.
dlvr.it
September 30, 2026 at 8:02 AM
A request may sound simple, but the circumstances behind it may not be. Dorset's Community Response listens first, explores the whole situation and helps residents, families and professionals find practical local possibilities. #HelpAndKindness #Dorset: Sometimes finding help starts with being…
I've just published an article on SubStack which describes the fruit of a long long journey of reflection about our work at Help and Kindness. Presenting #LivingIntelligence, our emerging way of framing what we do, why we do it and how it makes a difference.
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September 29, 2026 at 11:27 AM
I've just published an article on SubStack which describes the fruit of a long long journey of reflection about our work at Help and Kindness. Presenting #LivingIntelligence, our emerging way of framing what we do, why we do it and how it makes a difference.
jonsloper.substack.com/p/living-int...
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ICYMI: More than 5,000 people responded to Dorset Council's dog-control consultation. The findings show broad support — and one place where opinion was closely divided.: How 5,013 responses are shaping Dorset’s dog-control rules
More than 5,000 consultation responses are informing Dorset’s next…
More than 5,000 consultation responses are informing Dorset’s next…
More than 5,000 people responded to Dorset Council's dog-control consultation. The findings show broad support — and one place where opinion was closely divided.
How 5,013 responses are shaping Dorset’s dog-control rules
More than 5,000 consultation responses are informing Dorset’s next dog-control rules for beaches, parks and other shared public spaces.
dlvr.it
September 29, 2026 at 11:07 AM
ICYMI: More than 5,000 people responded to Dorset Council's dog-control consultation. The findings show broad support — and one place where opinion was closely divided.: How 5,013 responses are shaping Dorset’s dog-control rules
More than 5,000 consultation responses are informing Dorset’s next…
More than 5,000 consultation responses are informing Dorset’s next…
ICYMI: A new Healthwatch Dorset report sets out practical requests from patients: clearer updates, fairer booking routes, interpreters and reliable test-result follow-up.: What patients want from NHS communication in Dorset
Patients in named Dorset and BCP communities asked for clearer NHS…
Patients in named Dorset and BCP communities asked for clearer NHS…
A new Healthwatch Dorset report sets out practical requests from patients: clearer updates, fairer booking routes, interpreters and reliable test-result follow-up.
What patients want from NHS communication in Dorset
Patients in named Dorset and BCP communities asked for clearer NHS updates, fairer appointment routes and someone to contact while they wait for care.
dlvr.it
September 29, 2026 at 11:07 AM
ICYMI: A new Healthwatch Dorset report sets out practical requests from patients: clearer updates, fairer booking routes, interpreters and reliable test-result follow-up.: What patients want from NHS communication in Dorset
Patients in named Dorset and BCP communities asked for clearer NHS…
Patients in named Dorset and BCP communities asked for clearer NHS…
ICYMI: Dorset's cultural life reaches far beyond theatres and galleries. A new five-year strategy records high participation, strong local activity and uneven access.: Dorset’s appetite for culture is bigger than a night out
Dorset’s new cultural strategy shows how widely people take part in arts,…
Dorset’s new cultural strategy shows how widely people take part in arts,…
Dorset's cultural life reaches far beyond theatres and galleries. A new five-year strategy records high participation, strong local activity and uneven access.
Dorset’s appetite for culture is bigger than a night out
Dorset’s new cultural strategy shows how widely people take part in arts, heritage and everyday creativity — and where access remains uneven.
dlvr.it
September 29, 2026 at 11:07 AM
ICYMI: Dorset's cultural life reaches far beyond theatres and galleries. A new five-year strategy records high participation, strong local activity and uneven access.: Dorset’s appetite for culture is bigger than a night out
Dorset’s new cultural strategy shows how widely people take part in arts,…
Dorset’s new cultural strategy shows how widely people take part in arts,…
ICYMI: A public update on maternity care at Royal Bournemouth Hospital records important improvements since 2025 — and the work that still needs watching.: What has changed in Bournemouth maternity care — and what still needs watching
A current update on improvements following maternity concerns…
A current update on improvements following maternity concerns…
A public update on maternity care at Royal Bournemouth Hospital records important improvements since 2025 — and the work that still needs watching.
What has changed in Bournemouth maternity care — and what still needs watching
A current update on improvements following maternity concerns at Royal Bournemouth Hospital, including the areas still being monitored.
dlvr.it
September 29, 2026 at 11:03 AM
ICYMI: A public update on maternity care at Royal Bournemouth Hospital records important improvements since 2025 — and the work that still needs watching.: What has changed in Bournemouth maternity care — and what still needs watching
A current update on improvements following maternity concerns…
A current update on improvements following maternity concerns…
ICYMI: Dorset SEND families can ask questions, meet support organisations and share views at a free drop-in event near Dorchester on 30 September.: A welcoming place for Dorset SEND families to ask, learn and connect
Dorset SEND families can meet services, parent carers and support organisations…
Dorset SEND families can meet services, parent carers and support organisations…
Dorset SEND families can ask questions, meet support organisations and share views at a free drop-in event near Dorchester on 30 September.
A welcoming place for Dorset SEND families to ask, learn and connect
Dorset SEND families can meet services, parent carers and support organisations at a free drop-in event near Dorchester.
dlvr.it
September 29, 2026 at 11:03 AM
ICYMI: Dorset SEND families can ask questions, meet support organisations and share views at a free drop-in event near Dorchester on 30 September.: A welcoming place for Dorset SEND families to ask, learn and connect
Dorset SEND families can meet services, parent carers and support organisations…
Dorset SEND families can meet services, parent carers and support organisations…
ICYMI: This week in Community Voices: clearer routes through health and SEND support, Dorset's appetite for culture, shared public spaces, and two smaller signals we will keep listening to.: This week in Dorset: clearer routes, shared places and the value of being heard
A friendly weekly update on…
A friendly weekly update on…
This week in Community Voices: clearer routes through health and SEND support, Dorset's appetite for culture, shared public spaces, and two smaller signals we will keep listening to.
This week in Dorset: clearer routes, shared places and the value of being heard
A friendly weekly update on health communication, maternity care, SEND support, culture, shared spaces and two smaller community signals worth following.
dlvr.it
September 29, 2026 at 11:03 AM
ICYMI: This week in Community Voices: clearer routes through health and SEND support, Dorset's appetite for culture, shared public spaces, and two smaller signals we will keep listening to.: This week in Dorset: clearer routes, shared places and the value of being heard
A friendly weekly update on…
A friendly weekly update on…
Entries are open for the first Corscombe Trail Races! Choose an 11K or 5K trail race in West Dorset on Saturday 12 June 2027, alongside Corscombe Village Fête. Find out more and enter: https://www.helpandk...
Entries are open for the first Corscombe Trail Races! Choose an 11K or 5K trail race in West Dorset on Saturday 12 June 2027, alongside Corscombe Village Fête. Find out more and enter: https://www.helpandkindness.co.uk/activity/4771
Entries are now open for the first Corscombe Trail Races, taking place on Saturday 12 June 2027 alongside Corscombe Village Fête in West Dorset. Organised by Corscombe Running Group, the event offers two adult trail races starting and finish ...
dlvr.it
September 29, 2026 at 10:28 AM
Entries are open for the first Corscombe Trail Races! Choose an 11K or 5K trail race in West Dorset on Saturday 12 June 2027, alongside Corscombe Village Fête. Find out more and enter: https://www.helpandk...
People rarely arrive asking for “community infrastructure”.
They ask where to turn, how to get out, who might understand, or what is available nearby.
Good local systems make those questions easier to ask—and more likely to lead somewhere useful.
#Community #FindingHelp
They ask where to turn, how to get out, who might understand, or what is available nearby.
Good local systems make those questions easier to ask—and more likely to lead somewhere useful.
#Community #FindingHelp
September 29, 2026 at 9:10 AM
People rarely arrive asking for “community infrastructure”.
They ask where to turn, how to get out, who might understand, or what is available nearby.
Good local systems make those questions easier to ask—and more likely to lead somewhere useful.
#Community #FindingHelp
They ask where to turn, how to get out, who might understand, or what is available nearby.
Good local systems make those questions easier to ask—and more likely to lead somewhere useful.
#Community #FindingHelp
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How the WHO is taking #ClimateAction to ensure #health systems are resilient to #ClimateChange
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A directory is useful. But it is never just a directory.
Behind good information are relationships, conversation, checking, local knowledge and a willingness to keep listening.
We have been building that in Dorset for years. What does it look like where you are?
#Community #Listening
Behind good information are relationships, conversation, checking, local knowledge and a willingness to keep listening.
We have been building that in Dorset for years. What does it look like where you are?
#Community #Listening
September 28, 2026 at 4:32 PM
A directory is useful. But it is never just a directory.
Behind good information are relationships, conversation, checking, local knowledge and a willingness to keep listening.
We have been building that in Dorset for years. What does it look like where you are?
#Community #Listening
Behind good information are relationships, conversation, checking, local knowledge and a willingness to keep listening.
We have been building that in Dorset for years. What does it look like where you are?
#Community #Listening
Dorset is one county made up of many different communities. We combine countywide reach with detailed local knowledge across Dorset and Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, helping useful information and connections travel across boundaries. #HelpAndKindness #Dorset: One Dorset, many different…
Dorset is one county made up of many different communities. We combine countywide reach with detailed local knowledge across Dorset and Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, helping useful information and connections travel across boundaries. #HelpAndKindness #Dorset
One Dorset, many different communities
Our work reaches across Dorset and Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole while recognising that every place has its own relationships, strengths and challenges.
dlvr.it
September 28, 2026 at 8:04 AM
Dorset is one county made up of many different communities. We combine countywide reach with detailed local knowledge across Dorset and Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, helping useful information and connections travel across boundaries. #HelpAndKindness #Dorset: One Dorset, many different…
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Seed Gathering Season - The Tree Council
21 September - 21 October Grow the trees of the future As the nights draw in it’s tempting to hunker inside – but this is the best time of year to explore your local woods or nearest park, and…
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September 27, 2026 at 5:02 PM
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