News from Herts Careline

Description: Bin your old slippers and come along to one of the Library's slipper swap social events to pick up a new non-slip pair.Herts Careline will be at Stevenage Library on Monday 30 October, so pop down and see us.Slipper Swaps 2023 will be held at the following libraries:Stevenage Library - Monday 30 OctoberHatfield Library - Wednesday 15 NovemberHoddesdon Library - Wednesday 29 NovemberHemel Hempstead Library - Thursday 7 December

Description: We're hoping that Hertfordshire will play their part and celebrate Halloween safely and thoughtfully this year.We worry every year that trick or treaters will make those in our care worry when they receive a knock on the door after dark. So, if you are going out this spooky season, we encourage you to keep in mind there may be vulnerable people living in your community to be mindful of. Only knock on doors where there is a pumpkin on the doorstep, and think of others around you. We know there may be calls to Herts Careline's control room on Halloween night from anxious residents, so do keep us all in mind so fun can be enjoyed by those who want to take part.

Description: This week, Herts Careline is joining thousands of Control Room staff across the globe in a celebration of their work as the unseen frontline of the emergency services.

Description: If you smell gas or suspect carbon monoxide, call Cadent - your gas network - immediately free on 0800 111 999.If your gas supply has been turned off, find support here.If you are vulnerable, you can join the Priority Services Register so you are told quickly and will be offered support.

Description: When at the Emergency Services Show last week, our team's attention was drawn to an App which enables someone who is non-verbal to Contact 999 in a few taps.The emergency app includes a medical profile, GPS and access to the UK's Police, Ambulance, Fire & Rescue and Coastguard services. Integrated with BT, TapSOS helps 999 call handlers access the information they need to send the right help as quickly as possible. TapSOS is the first accredited 999 app with access to all four UK emergency services and can be used anywhere in the UK.TapSOS App is not affiliated or linked to Herts Careline, North Herts District Council or Herts County Council in any way – please conduct your own research if interested.

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