Supporting people

A new Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Strategy aims to help tackle the causes of homelessness in the borough.

Autumn has arrived at Kindling Farm, a community owned farm in Tarbock Green, whose aim is to create a fairer …

Knowsley’s Health and Wellbeing Board has proposed the creation of a new group to explore how to bring health services …

This year’s theme is Building Belonging: Celebrating the power of our social connections. 

The council’s Health and Adult Social Care Scrutiny committee has been updated on a programme to transform the services the …

Sarah Smith, Knowsley Council’s Executive Director for Health and Social Care is delivering a session on “CQC: What makes a …

Knowsley Council’s Health and Adult Social Care Scrutiny committee has been updated on the council’s commitment to providing a high-quality …

The council’s Employment and Skills team, part of the Knowsley Works service, is supporting 46 care experienced young people to …

The next Healthy Homes roadshow will be at Halewood Library.

Friends, family and residents of Roby Lodge Care Home came together for a lovely morning of socialising over a cuppa …

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has rated Knowsley Council’s adult social care and support as being ‘Good’ – with ‘Good’ …

A Prohibition Notice has today come into force at Beech and Willow Rise in Kirkby in response to serious fire …

More Knowsley residents will have help heating their homes this winter thanks to changes to the Warm Homes Discount (WHD) …

Local community groups and residents from care homes attended celebration tea dances to mark the anniversary of VE and VJ …

A second Family Hub has opened at New Hutte Neighbourhood Centre in Halewood.

Support to unpaid carers across Knowsley is provided by Knowsley Carers Hub.

Take a look at what Knowsley Council has to offer – in terms of current vacancies and the range of …

This Shared Lives Week the team from Knowsley’s Shared Lives Service is asking ‘Could you share your home to change …

Follow our helpful advice and information to stay safe and well in the hot weather.

Take a look at what Knowsley Council has to offer – in terms of current vacancies and the range of …

Knowsley Council and Volair have confirmed that free leisure passes offer for care leavers eligibility will be expanded from up …

Raising awareness of support in Knowsley for men’s health issues.

Knowsley Council is supporting National Carers Week celebrating the contribution carers make to families and communities.

Knowsley Council has stepped in to offer support to residents of two privately owned tower blocks in Kirkby. Here’s what …

Free, drop-in event at Kirkby Library on 10 June, 10:30am to 12:30pm.

Government has pledged to work with Knowsley Council to offer support to residents of Beech & Willow Rise in Kirkby.

Beech Rise and Willow Rise are two privately owned buildings in Kirkby, comprising of a total of 160 flats. The …

Knowsley Council has joined a special event to mark Dementia Action Week.

Foster Care Fortnight is underway in Knowsley – a two week long celebration of the vital role played by foster …

Knowsley Council has hosted the first Knowsley Suicide Prevention Summit.

Knowsley Council’s Early Years service has achieved UNICEF’s Baby Friendly accreditation – Stage 1.

Work is due to begin by McCarthy Stone on St Chad’s Drive to create new retirement homes for over 55’s …

Families in Knowsley will continue to benefit from a range of support thanks to the extension of the Government’s Household …

The cost of living crisis is still putting pressures on many residents and families, but help and support is available.

Learn basic suicide prevention skills with free, 30 minutes online training.

Mersey Care will be have information about Talking Therapies.

Knowsley Council is reflecting on the success of the first phase of its Stronger Communities Fund, which injected £220,000 into …

Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2025 takes place from 17 to 23 March. This week is dedicated to recognising and celebrating the unique …

Becoming a Shared Lives carer can help you transform the life of an adult needing support.

Aspiring social workers are invited to sign up to Knowsley Council’s Step Up to Social Work programme.

Talking openly and honestly can be the first step towards better mental health.

New support group for members of the LGBTQ+ community who have been bereaved by suicide.

Knowsley Health and Wellbeing Board is launching a refresh of its Dementia Friendly Strategy.

Knowsley’s Youth Justice Service and Partnership has achieved the Youth Justice SEND (Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities) Quality Lead status …

Knowsley’s Cabinet has welcomed recommendations which aim to further develop and enhance the respite offer in Knowsley.

People can send an alert to local outreach teams when they see someone sleeping rough.

A vital lifeline for struggling residents in Liverpool City Region has delivered a significant £4 million income boost, helping individuals …

NHS 111 is an easy and convenient way to get urgent help for a wide range of health problems.

The Council’s Emergency Support and Cost of Living lines be closed from 3pm on Tuesday 24 December 2024 until 9am …

By working together, we can make a difference and save lives.

During this year’s 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, we’re continuing to promote our domestic abuse campaign, Is This …

The expansion of childcare support is here to help working parents balance family life. Working parents of children aged 9 …

The Watchfactory Extra Care scheme in Prescot has not only brought a historic Knowsley building back into use but is …

Kirkby community groups and organisations have received a funding boost with £50,000 awarded from the 2024 Kirkby Neighbourhood Community Fund.

We all want to live in healthy homes – free from damp and mould.   A damp home is a …

A house builder has made a donation to residents of Arncliffe Court Care Home in Halewood to help them mark …

A short film sharing the stories of Black families in the borough is now being showcased on the council’s YouTube …

Grants of up to £5,000 from the Council’s Youth Community Fund have been awarded to 12 community groups.

Changes are being made by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) in the way that immigration status is documented for visa …

National Care Leavers Week (NCLW) takes place from Monday 28 October to Sunday 3 November 2024. This year’s theme is …

Healthwatch Knowsley provides a transport service for residents without transport to get to their flu or Covid vaccination appointment.

Dementia care specialists the Me2U Centre have celebrated moving to their new home in Huyton.

National Safeguarding Adults Week takes place from 18 – 22 November 2024, and this year’s theme is ‘Working in Partnerships’.

Community groups in Knowsley are delivering positive and engaging activities for children and young people with special educational needs and …

Wearing red in the stand against racism.

Knowsley Council and Change Grow Live (CGL) marked the end of National Recovery Month with a celebration event for people …

Leader of Knowsley Council, Cllr Graham Morgan, has called on the Government to rethink the threshold at which the Winter …

The Council is seeking the views of residents about how they do or don’t access digital services.

Centre 63 in Kirkby has received £7,200 from Merseyside Recycling & Waste Authority & Veolia’s Zero Waste Community Fund to …

The pioneering scheme has supported more than 400 people with repeat and chronic homelessness. Its revolutionary approach starts by working …

Do you, or does someone you know enjoy reading but have trouble getting to and from your local library, or …

M.A.T.C.H is a fun and informal group for dads and male carers of children 0 – 5.

Care leavers in the Liverpool City Region are to be supported with free travel passes as part of a new …

A local Olympian has partnered with Knowsley Council to develop a new programme aimed at improving physical activity in the …

Drinking less is a great way to feel better!

This year’s theme is ‘Reclaiming Narratives’.

Knowsley Council’s Digital Buddies will be out and about with partners during Get Online week, which takes place from 14 …

Supporting families to give your children a great start in life.

Knowsley Council is looking for partner organisations to sign up to their innovative employment programme that is helping businesses improve …

Then pop in to Arncliffe Gardens on Arncliffe Road in Huyton (L25 9AD) on Thursday 26 September 2024 10.30am until …

The Family Hub, in Kirkby, brings families, partners and services together under one roof, making help and support easily accessible …

Find out more about Arncliffe Gardens – a new extra care housing scheme in Halewood.

Groups delivering activities for children with disabilities have been awarded funding from the Council’s 2024/2025 Short Break Small Grants Programme.

Are you ready for a love-filled adventure?

There’s still time for community groups to apply to the Council’s £250,000 Stronger Communities Fund. The Stronger Communities Fund continues …

Seven organisations in Knowsley have been nominated for a King’s Award for Voluntary Service. The King’s Award for Voluntary Service …

Marking the end of term in Knowsley.

A wide range of health and social care front-line staff came together to learn more about drug treatment and recovery …

Knowsley Council’s Cabinet has agreed to invest £250,000 into the 2024/2025 Stronger Communities Fund.

Knowing how to appropriately signpost someone who is in a mental health crisis can potentially be lifesaving. That is why …

Discover ways to drink less and improve your health.

Accessible Changing Places toilet facilities have been installed at Huyton Library.

The Knowsley Family Hub opened its doors to the community on Monday 4 September 2023 at The Pride Centre in …

Find out more about becoming a Shared Lives carer this Shared Lives Week (24 – 28 June).

Livv Housing Group has scooped five awards at the Northern Housing Awards.

New supported housing development, Arncliffe Gardens, in Halewood has celebrated its official opening.

As part of this year’s Carer’s Week (10 – 16 June), Knowsley Council is reminding all carers of the support …

Knowsley Council’s Cabinet received an update on the delivery of the Knowsley Council Plan.

Healthwatch Knowsley is holding a positive mental health coffee morning in Kirkby on 6 December.

More than 60 bags of food and other essentials were donated to Knowsley Foodbank this week, following the first civic …