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Supported housing - Older people's housing needs
Supported housing offers independent living for people who have mobility, medical or disability needs by offering: 24 hour emergency call system 24 hour contact and support service communal facilities ...
Employment and Skills Support - Business growth and support
We offer a range of support for local residents in relation to employment and skills. The following programmes are fully funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and delivered across Newark and Sherwood to support residents that are not currently...
Memory loss support groups - Dementia support
Alzheimer's Society - Nottingham & Nottinghamshire Dementia Wellbeing Service The Dementia Wellbeing Service (formerly known as Dementia Connect) is the Alzheimer's Society's personalised support service for those with dementia and their carers, fami...
Designed for independent living - Housing with care
Within all our extra care properties the service is included within the service charge. Our team of cooks based across the sites provide freshly prepared meals consisting of main course and dessert as well as creating delicious treats for the communa...
How much does it cost? - Careline 24/7
The service costs £26 per month for 24 hour monitoring and rental of the equipment. Additional sensors are available at an additional fee and you will be assessed at your installation appointment and offered these if appropriate. If you live in the ...
Handy Person Adaptation Service (HPAS) - Home alterations for independent living
The handy person adaptation service (HPAS) provides help with essential minor adaptations and small practical jobs, helping you to live more safely and independently at home. The service is available to people living in Newark and Sherwood who are ei...
The costs of renting - Renting a home
There are lots of costs associated with owning or renting a home. As well as rent, you’ll also need to pay: home contents insurance council tax gas electricity water rates phone and broadband TV licence TV services connection and aerial cost basic...
Carers support groups - Dementia support
Newark Dementia Carers Group Carers of people with dementia can join this friendly and understanding group. The group meets at the Community Centre Coronation Street Balderton every Monday and Thursday and offers a place to go to unwind, socialise an...
Delivering Infrastructure - Infrastructure to support growth
We’re looking to use a number of sources to fund the infrastructure need. In December 2011 we were the first local authority in England and Wales to introduce the (CIL). The funds obtained through CIL will be used to pay for strategic infrastructu...
Insulating your home - Home alterations for independent living
Many homes have little or no insulation, are draughty and lack basic energy efficiency technologies. You could be eligible for grants which could reduce the cost of insulating your home, saving money and energy in the long term. Find out more about ...
Become a local promoter - Live and local Nottinghamshire
Keen to see more events coming to your community? You should think about becoming a live and local promoter. Live and Local can give you lots of advice on the role including: organising your team licensing and insurance access to venues selecting an...
Affordable Housing Delivery - Affordable housing development
Since the start of the Plan Period in 2013, a total of 1,189 additional affordable homes have been provided across the district. These have been delivered through: Section 106 planning agreements 100% Affordable Housing Developments Rural Housing Ex...
Is there a cost to join? - Pub watch
There is no cost to join pubwatch....
Get advice - Support for older people
Pensions and retirement planning Disability benefits Age UK Find a reliable trader - buy with confidence website Consumer rights Nottinghamshire Help Yourself - information and support for communities across Nottinghamshire Parkinson's - provide...
Disabled facilities grant - Home alterations for independent living
If you’re disabled or infirm, grants are available to adapt your home to help make it safer and more easily accessible, whether you are a home owner or tenant. The disabled facilities grant (DFG) provides financial assistance to disabled people ...
NHS working age dementia team - Dementia support
Contact the NHS working age dementia team if you live in Nottinghamshire and are under 65, with a diagnosis of dementia. Support sessions run at various times and locations across the county, including peer support groups. Call 01623 403278 for more...
Resident health and wellbeing
Find out how you could lead a healthier lifestyle and the schemes available to you. If you need help or support, download this guide to support services in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. Nottinghamshire Signposting leaflet (PDF File, 1,108kb) Livi...
Armed forces support - Armed forces covenant
Being a member of the armed forces community, or returning to civilian life after serving, can be challenging, but there are lots of organisations who can help. Veterans' Gateway Veterans' Gateway is the first point of contact for veterans whether ...
Supporting Documents - Previous stages of plan review
Most of the documents that support the Plan Review are available to view in the library....
Support for community groups - Community Sustainability
Newark and Sherwood CVS are committed to supporting, empowering and connecting local Communities; driven by passion and determination, our goal is to build stronger, more empowered and sustainable communities through a model of support, community dev...
Business support - Grants and awards
For more information on the latest business support schemes please visit Invest Newark and Sherwood....
Tenancy services
From maintaining playgrounds to advice and support on independent living, as a tenant we provide you with more than just access to a home....
Optimise your Heating - Making your home warmer
The ‘Let’s Optimise your Heating’ scheme has been funded by Nottinghamshire County Council as part of their Cost of Living support programme. The scheme aims to encourage households to lower the flow temperature of condensing combi boilers to...
Supporting Evidence Base Documents - Plan Review Evidence Page
The following documents make up the evidence base which supports the production of the Amended Allocations & Development Management DPD....
Service delivery - Equality and Diversity Strategy 2025 - 2029
Collecting information on the community profile of the District helps the Council to ensure that service delivery can be tailored to meet the needs of groups and individuals. The Council recognises the importance of equity within service delive...
Support available - Homes for Ukraine
We have received questions from residents wishing to help those in Ukraine. Below are a list of charities offering help and support whom you can contact: Red Cross Ukraine Unicef International Rescue Committee UN Refugee Agency More information about...
Home alterations for independent living
If you have a disability, or mobility problems, making adjustments to your home can enhance your quality of life....
Infrastructure to support growth
To achieve the vision, objectives and growth envisaged in our , making sure we have the right infrastructure is key. Infrastructure can include: affordable housing education (primary, secondary, post-16 & other) health highways transport and travel ...
Types of housing with support - Older people's housing needs
There are a range of housing options to consider where support is available. We run three extra care schemes in the district, others are run by housing associations with a range of options to buy or rent. Each scheme has different facilities and serv...
National charities and support groups - Baby Loss Awareness Week
Need to talk to someone who understands? You can contact the following national and local baby loss charities for support. Miscarriage Association SANDS (stillbirth and neonatal death charity) The Ectopic Pregnancy Trust HUG (Help Us Grieve) For...
Further support - Equality and diversity in employment
Further support for disabled applicants is available from the following: Job Centre Plus – looking for work if you are disabled - https://www.gov.uk/looking-for-work-if-disabled JobCentre Plus Access to Work (ATW) Scheme - https://www.gov.uk/acce...
Supporting Small Business Relief - Rate reliefs
The Supporting Small Business (SSB) scheme caps business rate bill increases at £600 per year for those businesses losing eligibility for some or all Small Business Rate Relief or Rural Rate Relief as a result of the 2023 revaluation. Newark and She...
Get advice - Support for children and young people
- housing and council tax support - young people and students Money Advice Service - managing your money, paying tax, financial help for young people Think Children - school based support for vulnerable young children Newark Women's Aid - supp...
Is there a cost to join? - Shopwatch
There is no cost to join for active members. An active member is a venue that is represented at a minimum of 75% of the Shopwatch meetings. Failure to attend will result in access to the app being removed. It is currently envisaged that there will be...
Infrastructure delivery plan
The Infrastructure Delivery Plan has helped us gather information on current infrastructure provision throughout the district and to establish future infrastructure requirements and costs. Infrastructure Delivery Plan Update (2023) TI 2 Infrastructur...
Business growth and support
Newark and Sherwood District Council's Economic Growth team offer or sign post to a range of fully funded support for businesses in the district both in-house and through partners, including: 1-2-1 tailored advice from specialist Nottinghamshire Co...
Recognising and supporting the armed forces - Armed forces covenant
The Council is proud to have received Gold status in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. The scheme acknowledges employers who support defence personnel, including reservists, veterans, wounded injured and sick, families and cadets. The counci...
Active Travel Study - Infrastructure to support growth
In recent years the Government has sought to invest in towns, cities and neighbourhoods to deliver projects which support more active short journeys. This means making active travel more inclusive by removing barriers that make it harder for some to ...
Supporting Documents - Wind Energy SPD
The following documents support the Wind Energy SPD. Landscape Capacity Study Sections 1 and 2 - Introduction and Methodology (PDF File, 6,309kb) Section 3 - Landscape Baseline (PDF File, 14,187kb) Section 4 - Sensitivity Assessment (PDF File, 1,262k...
Support - Where can I get help?
If you are experiencing domestic abuse, there are many organisations in Nottinghamshire who can help and support you: For Women, Children and Young People (including young men up to age 17 years, 11 months): 1. Nottinghamshire Women’s Aid (the d...
Housing Ombudsman support - Tenant feedback
At any point, you can contact the Housing Ombudsman for advice or support if you are unhappy with our housing services. The Ombudsman investigates complaints in a fair and independent way - it does not take sides. It is also a free service. The Ombud...
Other useful information - Energy advice
Solar Panels If you are thinking of installing Solar Panels, or have recently had them fitted, the National Energy Action (NEA) website provides useful information that could help you better understand and maximise the benefits of having these. Opti...
Staying safe - Support for older people
- examples, solutions and how to report it Bogus callers and doorstep sellers Victim Support - charity that helps victims of crime Trading Standards Google Safety Centre - keep you stuff secure and private ...
Working with Partners - Infrastructure to support growth
We recognise the importance and benefits of working with our partners including Nottinghamshire County Council, Newark Business Club and infrastructure providers to deliver new and improved infrastructure and services. This includes: the dualling...
Useful Links - Support for children and young people
Gov UK - Young People Youth Zone at Nottinghamshire County Council Children's BBC - cbeebies BBC Nottingham - for news, weather, entertainment, sport and things to do Nottinghamshire Help Yourself - information and support for communities across ...
Equality in the delivery of our services - Equality and Diversity Strategy 2025 - 2029
Equality impacts The Public Sector Equality Duty 2023 mandates conducting Equality Impact Assessments and we are obligated by law to demonstrate that we have given due regard to eliminating unlawful discrimination, harassment, and victimisation; adva...
Dementia support
People with dementia get by with a little help from their friends, and anybody can become a Dementia Friend. It’s all about understanding a bit more about dementia and the small things you can do to help people with the condition. We’re proud to ...
Keep healthy - Support for older people
- getting the balance right! Healthy lifestyles MIND - how to improve your mental wellbeing Flu jabs - NHS advice Social care - link to Nottinghamshire County Council - local support for anyone with memory problems NHS Choices - health A to...
Live and local Nottinghamshire
Live and Local Nottinghamshire is part of a network of over 40 rural touring schemes across the UK, providing access to high quality arts events for people in rural areas. The scheme is run by Live and Local with shows within the district part-fu...
Useful links - Supporting the Community
SARI - Stand Against Racism & Inequality (Support for anyone targeted by hate for their race, faith, disability, sexual orientation, transgender identity, age, gender, sex) Diversity Rights Age UK - Discrimination and rights Disability Nottingh...