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Meet the Neighbourhood Caretakers

City of York Council is proud to introduce York’s new Neighbourhood Caretakers - a team that looks at improving public spaces, supporting community-led action, and putting pride in our city.

The dedicated team will work closely with residents, councillors, and volunteers to deliver visible improvements in local areas — from removing weeds and street cleaning to supporting biodiversity and climate resilience projects.
Backed by an annual £150,000 investment, the Neighbourhoo...

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New seat and toilet scheme launches to improve accessibility

As part of work to make York more accessible, City of York Council and 55 city-wide partners are launching a scheme to give more people a seat or toilet.

‘For Your Convenience’ partners display stickers in their windows. These invite customers and visitors who have a disability, a long-term health condition or frailty, to use the locations’ seats and/or toilets without obligation or the need to make a purchase.
This improved scheme follows feedback from a consultation by Ci...

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New Mental Health Roadmap

New Mental Health Roadmap Resource on Live Well York – A new resource to help navigate mental health support available across YorkThe Communities and Prevention Team in City of York Council are excited to roll out the launch of the Mental Health Roadmap, an interactive resource to be hosted on the Live Well York website which aims to help people access information and support about how they can find their way to better mental health and a good life.
The LAC Team have led this work and co-...

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Homeshare York - Finding friendship and peace of mind – Arthur’s story

Sometimes, it’s the simple things that make the biggest difference – a friendly chat, a shared cup of tea, someone nearby when you need them. Arthur’s story – a Homeshare York match – shows how Homeshare can find the right solutions for the family through a Homeshare match.
Sarah, Arthur’s daughter, found out about Homeshare through a newspaper article and a friend in York had spoken highly of the project. She thought it would be ideal for her father who live...

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Extended Service - York’s Park and Ride

First Bus and City of York Council have announced extended hours for all six of York’s Park & Ride services to support residents, commuters, visitors and York’s hospitality industry.
The highlights include:

from 20 July, buses to operate from 5.30am Monday to Saturday and 7.30am on Sunday
last services to leave the city centre at 10.30pm all week
early and late-night connections offer greater flexibility for residents, commuters and visitors
increased frequency for school...

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Support group for communication disabilities

Aphasia breaks down the ability to communicate, isolating individuals from their families, friends, workplaces, and communities.

Say Aphasia charity aims to reconnect people with aphasia to the world and help them lead fulfilling, happy lives despite their communication difficulties.
Our support groups are uniquely led by others with aphasia, who can truly understand what life is like with the condition.

Say Aphasia's peer-led approach ensures that those most affected by aphasia are not o...

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Exciting New Community Art Project Set to Celebrate Walmgate

A brand new creative project is launching this month in Walmgate, aiming to bring residents, businesses, and artists together to celebrate the area’s rich history, diverse community, and creative energy.
Walmgate Re-framed, a six-month project running from July to December, is being delivered in partnership with the University of York and York Creatives. The project will see public spaces across Walmgate reimagined through art, storytelling, and creative collaboration — with plenty...

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York Talk Money Events

York Talk Money Campaign has to special energy advice session on Tuesday 8 July at Gateway Centre, Acomb and Margorie Waite Court.
York Talk Money is back from Monday 7 July to Friday 18 July—and it’s here to help you make the most of your money.

Thousands of people in York are missing out on benefits and financial support they’re entitled to. With the cost of living still high, it’s more important than ever to make sure your finances are in the best possible shape....

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