Kirklees Council, GB
Metropolitan Council in England
United Kingdom
Kirklees Council, GB Health Checks pilot expands resident access to preventive care
Kirklees Wellness Service coaches conduct free check-ups at public locations during the pilot. Eligible residents are aged 40 to 74 without pre-existing health conditions. Each Health Check turns vital signs, histories, and lifestyle information into a personalized health plan. Referrals to free community and council services help participants achieve their long-term health goals. The pilot reduces doctor and emergency room visits by catching illnesses early in their development.
Kirklees Council, GB
United Kingdom
Kirklees Council, GB encourages inclusive spaces with Dementia Friendly Design Tool
Kirklees Council developed the 82-page guide with researchers at the University of Stirling. Homeowners, businesses, and designers can audit their spaces in 11 technical areas including entrances, heating, and color contrasts. Color-coded sections explain best practices for seven environments ranging from shops to public spaces. Council officials implemented the tool by turning two libraries and a refurbished office building into welcoming spaces for residents with dementia.
Kirklees Council, GB
United Kingdom
Kirklees Council, GB advances carbon-neutrality efforts with Huddersfield housing retrofit pilot
Eight homes on Abbey Road were selected for home energy upgrades by Groundwork and Michael Dyson Associates. New insulation in ceilings and external walls regulates room temperatures. Gas boilers were replaced by solar-powered heat pumps that eliminate emissions and energy bills. Council staffers will analyze monthly energy consumption to determine the pilot's success and improve processes for future retrofits.
Kirklees Council, GB
United Kingdom
Kirklees Council, GB adds Wellness on Wheels program to campaign against health inequity
Kirklees Wellness Service identified areas with unequal access leading to high demands on the healthcare system. The Wellness on Wheels van heads into targeted neighborhoods for outreach events. Residents ask questions about health services like smoking cessation, weight loss, and mental health support. Wellness on Wheels develops important connections between the council and residents in need of care.
Kirklees Council, GB
United Kingdom
Kirklees Council, GB brings back Save Food Save Money virtual workshops due to popular demand
Kirklees Council hosts a community food worker for three one-hour courses on Microsoft Teams. Every course includes a cooking tutorial, practical tips for cutting food waste, and an online Q & A session. Save Food Save Money covers meal planning, storage, and portions to reduce the 36% of household waste consisting of food. The free workshops were brought back after more than 1,000 residents requested help with food waste in a council survey.
Kirklees Council, GB
United Kingdom
Kirklees Council, GB provides new business supports through The Start-Up Programme
Local companies open for less than three years are eligible for this free initiative. A business specialist identifies goals and areas of need with each owner during an introductory consultation. Participants receive a start-up playbook with guides on business licensing, taxes, and property searches. The Kirklees Start-Up Team hosts virtual workshops covering topics from e-commerce to social media management. An additional eight hours of mentoring is available for qualifying businesses.
Kirklees Council, GB
United Kingdom
Kirklees Council, GB places adult social care accounts in user hands with My Care Account pilot
My Care Account provides online access to care data previously restricted to in-person or phone consultations. Participants in the two-month pilot use My Care Account to find review dates, care documentation, and carer consent forms. This online account system connects to the existing My Kirklees system used for service requests. Kirklees Council asks for user feedback about their experiences with the new system to inform future improvements.
Kirklees Council, GB
United Kingdom