Are you an East Sussex resident who is aged 60 and over? Or are you a younger person who has helped someone aged 60 or over to get support for their mental health and emotional wellbeing?
If you are, we’d like to hear about your experience of managing your mental health and emotional wellbeing, and accessing services to support yourself or someone you know.
Printed versions of the survey can be requested by calling or emailing us – visit our survey webpage for contact details.
Healthwatch in Sussex want to hear from anyone who has used the
Non-Emergency Patient Transport Service (NEPTS), which helps eligible people travel safely to and from medical appointments.
They’re gathering feedback on how easy it is to apply and book a journey, whether the service meets your needs, and what improvements could be made. Your views will be shared anonymously with the service provider to help make NEPTS better for everyone.
At the end of the survey, you can enter a prize draw to win one of five £25 gift vouchers for taking part.
Everyone has the right to feel safe, respected and included – no exceptions. Hate crime happens when someone is targeted because of who they are, such as their race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. It can have a serious impact on mental health and wellbeing, leaving people feeling scared, isolated, or anxious.
In East Sussex, we’re committed to raising awareness and encouraging people to speak up. If you witness or experience hate crime, don’t stay silent – report it and reach out for support.
Together, we can help build kinder, more inclusive communities where everyone feels they belong.
Visit the Sussex Police website for guidance on how to report a hate crime safely and confidentially.
Stoptober may have come to an end, but the opportunity to quit smoking – and start living healthier – is here all year round. Every October, thousands of people across Sussex take the challenge and experience the benefits of a smoke-free life, from better breathing and more energy to saving money.
Smoking remains the biggest cause of preventable illness and death in England, but with the right support, you’re three times more likely to quit successfully.
Free tools such as the NHS Quit Smoking app, the Personal Quit Plan, and expert
advice from local stop smoking services are available anytime to help you on your journey.
Local residents who’ve quit say they feel fitter, happier, and proud of what they’ve achieved. So even if you missed Stoptober, there’s no need to wait – make today your day to quit and take the first step toward a healthier, smoke-free future.
As we head into the colder months, lots of people will be worrying about staying warm at home. High costs of living and high energy bills are a big concern,
especially for those who already find it hard to heat their home, or who are on a low income.
The cold is uncomfortable – but it can also be dangerous, especially if you have health issues, or if you are a young child or older person. It can also have a
negative impact on your mental health and wellbeing.
The East Sussex Warm Home Check service can give you free impartial energy advice and support. It can help you to improve the energy efficiency of your home, meaning you can stay warm for less and reduce your home’s carbon emissions. As well as practical advice and resources, the service can offer a full home assessment, heating repairs and small home improvements for eligible people.
If you, or someone you know, is concerned about keeping warm this winter, get in touch today. Call 0800 464 7307 Text WARMHOME to 88440
As temperatures drop, now is the time to top up your protection against flu and COVID-19. Vaccinations help prevent serious illness and reduce pressure on health and care services during winter.
For the first time, parents can get their two and three-year-olds vaccinated at local pharmacies, making it even easier to protect the youngest members of our
community. Over 600 pharmacies across the South East are offering the quick,
painless nasal spray for children, alongside GP practices.
Adults eligible for a flu or COVID-19 booster can also get their jabs at local
pharmacies, GP surgeries, or pop-up walk-in clinics across East Sussex – often without an appointment.
Getting vaccinated is quick, free for those who are eligible, and helps keep
everyone safer this winter. Protect yourself, your family and your community by booking your vaccine today.
East Sussex County Council’s Adult Social Care and Health department has
recently been assessed by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). The extensive process has taken a whole year and they have now received their final report. They are thrilled to announce that they have been rated ‘good’ in their assessment.
It is a credit to everyone working in the department, and to all providers and
partners that the CQC feel they are performing well and meeting expectations.
Thank you to everybody for their continued support and hard work, and thank you to everybody that gave feedback for the assessment. There are already plans in place to continue improving the support and services available to adults in East Sussex, to ensure they remain good.
Do you receive adult social care arranged by East Sussex County Council and pay towards it, or act as a financial representative for someone who does? We’d like to hear your experiences of paying for care.
Please complete our short survey by 10 October 2025 for a chance to win one of five £50 Amazon vouchers. You can also volunteer for a confidential online interview with Social Marketing Gateway, who are carrying out the research.
The People Bank is a group of volunteers who work with East Sussex County Council.
We are always looking for new members to get involved in opportunities, sharing their knowledge, and lived experience to help influence the way that social care for adults is provided.
Being a People Bank Volunteer makes a difference to others but also offers
opportunities to connect with new people, develop new skills and grow your confidence.
Free Care and support drop-in event
If you are looking for business guidance, training advice or information on
services for the people you support, this is the event for you.
With over 35 experts from ESCC and partner organisations at the event, these experts can help you to grow your business.
For more information on the event and the organisations attending: Care and support provider drop in event | East Sussex County Council
When: Tues, 14 Oct 2025, 11am – 2pm BST (but you can drop in at any time)
Location: Uckfield Civic Centre