Experience of Care & Community Engagement Team

14/08/2026

The UHS clothes bank for patients needs donations to keep providing this valuable service 👕👖👚

The UHS clothes bank for patients needs your support 👕 👖 👚

Our linen cupboard is almost bare. We use it to provide clothing to patients who don’t have clean, comfortable clothes to go home in.

Throughout the year, there are many people who really value and appreciate the kind donation of some loose-fitting clothing to go home in. But we can only provide this support with the help of the local community, and through your generous donations.

⭐What you can donate:
✅Jumpers
✅T-shirts
✅Trousers
✅Shorts
✅Skirts
✅Jogging bottoms

🚫Please don’t donate:
❌Underwear
❌Shoes
❌Coats
❌Sequined or sparkly tops

All items must be clean and in good condition.

📍Where to donate:
The UHS Patient and Family Support Hub, B Level East Wing (near the Eye Unit), open 09:30am - 4pm Monday - Friday (excluding bank holidays).

Or drop off at our community partner: Adjustamatic Beds, 280 Wi******er Road, SO16 6TQ. Open Monday to Saturday, 9:30am–5:30pm

Got questions? Call 0800 484 0135 or email [email protected]

Your kindness helps us offer dignity and comfort to our patients. Please spread the word and donate if you can.

14/08/2026

Next week is our new Basingstoke Carers Group. Come and join us for a cup of coffee and to meet carers near you😄☕️

07/08/2026

Online Seminar – OPEN TO ALL

Inclusive Communication: Join us as we talk about making Communication Inclusive.

We’re passionate about reducing health inequalities and ensuring our services are accessible to all. In this 1 hour seminar, we’ll introduce the concept of Inclusive Communication, explain what support is available to patients and service users, and explore what our community have told us.

To register your interest visit https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=wRwyQbnsfEaw1YVGRNlOO-uhVzGElFhDlBDQQJ06iNBUOVg1NzRBNTdTMVMxOVBSUDlZQTVVMDVQRC4u&route=shorturl - we can’t wait to see you!

12/06/2026

📝 Have you written an emergency plan?

As a carer, you provide valuable support, but what happens if you’re suddenly unable to provide care?

Having an emergency plan can help to ensure the person you care for continues to get the help they need if you’re not available.

It doesn’t have to be complicated, and organisations like Carers UK and Carers First have templates available to help you 💙

11/06/2026

👀 Any of these thoughts sound familiar? Truth is, if you support a family member or friend who has a disability, illness, addiction, or needs extra help as they get older, you may be a carer.

Recognising your caring role can help you access the support, advice, and services available to you.
This Carers Week, let’s challenge the myths and raise awareness of the incredible contribution carers make every day.

10/06/2026

Being a carer can be incredibly rewarding - but it can also feel isolating.

Whether you’re caring for a family member, friend, neighbour, or loved one, it’s important to remember that you don’t have to do it alone 💙

If you’re been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or simply in need of a listening ear, remember that reaching out is not a sign of weakness.

Join one of our online drop-in sessions and connect with others who understand the realities of caring.

09/06/2026

🚗 Applying for a blue badge as a carer?

If the person you care for has a disability that affects their mobility and receives a qualifying disability benefit, they may be eligible for a Blue Badge - and you can apply on their behalf.

For more information:
🔹 Check eligibility on GOV.UK
🔹 Contact your local council
🔹 Speak to Citizens Advice for guidance

08/06/2026

It’s Carers Week! This year’s theme is ‘Building Carer Friendly Communities’ and want to know what that means to you 💙

If you’re an unpaid carer in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, we’d love to hear from you about your experiences and work together to build carer friendly communities.

04/06/2026

Dads and male carers make your voices heard!

We are looking for Dads or male carers of children in Southampton with a child aged 0-19 to share your experiences of children’s public health nursing services.

Join the service design team for a relaxed discussion at The Trago Lounge on Wednesday 10 June from 7-8.30pm to discuss your experiences and what would make a difference in the future.

They are offering a £20 Amazon voucher to thank you for your time.

➡️Express your interest here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_WEOGF-A0zWA-7Yki5cS9w2l9YaYgMDCI49e5tNieYhBSJw/viewform

Photo taken at a previous male carer event at Trago Lounge.

03/06/2026

🔗Join us for Connect & Thrive 2026! 🌱

On Tuesday 30th June 2026 we'll be hosting an event to celebrate all things engagement & experience - we'd love for you to join us.

We'll be hearing from guest speaker Cormac Russell from Nurture Development who will be talking about his work around the ABCD programme, alongside workshops, partner showcases, and fun activities for you to get involved with.

To book your space, visit https://forms.office.com/e/5RdEWPcn46 and complete the short form.

📅 Tuesday 30th June 2026
📍Kings Community Church, Hedge End, SO30 4BZ

We can't wait to see you!