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Christmas Hamper Appeal 2024
Christmas Hamper Appeal 2024: A Community United in Giving This year, HealthBus has joined forces with over 40 local agencies and organisations to support the Christmas Hamper Appeal 2024. Together, we are making a significant impact on families in crisis [...]
Christmas Lunch for HealthBus Patients 2024
YMCA Christmas Lunch: A Lifeline for HealthBus Patients The YMCA in Bournemouth has become a beacon of hope and community for HealthBus patients, offering more than just food—it provides warmth, dignity, and connection. This Christmas, the YMCA hosted a remarkable [...]
Patch Hosts Christmas Jumper Fundraiser 2024
Patch Hosts Christmas Jumper Festive Fundraiser in Aid of HealthBus A heartfelt thank you to Patch at Bobby’s for organising a delightful Christmas Jumper Festive Fundraiser in support of the HealthBus. Patch, a vibrant new neighbourhood workspace designed to foster [...]
Charity Quiz with AJC Group and The Grasshopper
Festive Charity Quiz Night Success! The HealthBus extends a heartfelt thank you to AJC Group and Hall & Woodhouse Grasshopper Pub in Poole for their incredible support in organising an unforgettable quiz night. The event, held in a wonderfully festive [...]
HealthBus Partnership Christmas Appeal 2024
HealthBus partners with local charities & businesses for Christmas 2024 The HealthBus is teaming up with the Bournemouth Hamper Appeal (BHA) to bring essential food and support to local families facing hardship this Christmas. Working alongside BCP FoodBank and approximately [...]
Free 0300 number to assist homeless patients
HealthBus links with Core Telecom for Free 0300 Number Service HealthBus Trust is excited to announce its new collaboration with Core Telecom Charity Service Information, providing a free 0300 number for patients to easily contact the charity. Thanks to Core [...]
The YMCA Big Sleep Easy 2024
YMCA Big Sleep Easy 2024 On 12 October 2024, HealthBus was honoured to participate in the “YMCA Big Sleep Easy” event over the weekend at Talbot Heath School, alongside Bournemouth One Radio. The YMCA Sleep Easy campaign is an annual [...]
Free flu and COVID-19 vaccinations 2024
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 [...]
AFC Cherries Community Fund, October 2024
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 [...]
REND 2: “I Am More Than…” Stakeholder Event October 2024
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 [...]
AJC Group’s Quiz Night Raises Over £2,700 for HealthBus Trust
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 [...]
Nepalese Charity visits HealthBus to explore PatientSource
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 [...]
HealthBus at the CAN AGM 2024
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 [...]
HealthBus features in AUB Postgraduate Summer Show 2024
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 [...]
Healthwatch Dorset Report: Urgent Healthcare for the Homeless
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 [...]
HealthBus celebrated in Parliament
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 [...]
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Without a permanent home, it can be difficult to access healthcare for many reasons. The HealthBus team offer specialist GP and medical services at the point of need. They work in partnership with other services providers, such as addiction and mental health specialists, to help people find the support they need to move on in life.
One rough sleeper, Dean, said of the HealthBus service: “No one sets out to be purposefully on the streets … sometimes you face situations which just leave you broken and desperate. After losing my job, home and key relationships my mental health deteriorated; and I resorted to harmful substances which drove me to the streets. After lots of encouragement from visiting health professionals, I have found hope and compassion from those involved with the HealthBus. This service is a lifeline! A much-needed refuge for those who are vulnerable. The staff and team involved with the HealthBus have saved and are saving lives … this work must continue!”