Free flu and COVID-19 vaccinations to help protect homeless people in Bournemouth On 09 October 2024, the NHS Dorset and the HealthBus Trust successfully launched the vaccine programme and provided 28 flu and 23 COVID-19 vaccinations to individuals experiencing homelessness in Bournemouth. Held at the YMCA from 10:00 AM to [...]
HealthBus Receives Generous Support from Cherries Community Fund On 09 October 2024, Tim Partridge, Business Relations Manager, and Jordan, Social Media Consultant, proudly represented the HealthBus at AFC Bournemouth's Vitality Stadium. They were invited by the Cherries Community Fund to receive a generous donation, supporting the HealthBus's mission to bring [...]
REND 2: Research Engagement with People Who Have Experienced Homelessness – "I Am More Than..." Stakeholder Event On 07 October 2024, stakeholders from the health and voluntary sectors gathered at The Spire in Poole for a crucial event focused on fostering inclusive community-engaged research. Organised in partnership with Bournemouth University, [...]
AJC Group’s Quiz Night Raises Funds for HealthBus Trust On the evening of 27 September 2024, AJC Group hosted a lively Quiz Night fundraiser in support of the HealthBus Trust. Held at a packed Poole venue, the night was filled with fun, laughter, and some friendly competition, all for a [...]
Chief Pharmacist for The Gurkha Welfare Trust connects with HealthBus Roshan Dahal, Head of Medical Systems and Chief Pharmacist for The Gurkha Welfare Trust continues on his epic mission of discovery across the South Coast of England, having spent time with the team at Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability and various [...]
HealthBus at the CAN AGM: Building Thriving Communities with Support from Community Action Network On 24 September 2024, Deano and Kate proudly represented HealthBus at the Community Action Network (CAN) AGM. CAN, a vital resource for the charity sector across Dorset, provides advice, guidance, and support to organisations working to [...]
AUB Postgraduate Summer Show 2024: Jamie Yeates features the HealthBus Arts University Bournemouth's Postgraduate Summer Show 2024 featured an exceptional piece of work by postgraduate artist Jamie Yeates, blending abstract animation with social commentary on homelessness. As part of the summer show, which celebrates the achievements of graduating students and [...]
Healthwatch Dorset publishes a report on the urgent need for improved healthcare for the homeless Healthwatch Dorset has released its latest report, “Voiceless, Unheard and Socially Excluded,” which brings to light the immense challenges faced by people experiencing homelessness and those who are vulnerably housed when attempting to access health [...]
HealthBus celebrated in Parliament for King’s Award for Voluntary Service On 09 September 2024, HealthBus was recognised and celebrated in Parliament. The Early Day Motion (EDM) submitted to Parliament by new Bournemouth East MP Tom Hayes celebrates the charity’s receipt of the prestigious King’s Award for Voluntary Service, the highest [...]
Love Church Provides Crucial Support to HealthBus: A Heartfelt Thank You We are thrilled to extend our deepest gratitude to Rev. Glenn and the senior leadership team at Love Church, St Swithun’s, for their incredible kindness and generosity. Love Church has graciously granted HealthBus access to their site, enabling us [...]
