Community Empowerment Fund Drop-In to Support Local Groups
Local Solutions is inviting individuals, community groups and grassroots organisations to join a Community Empowerment Fund drop-in session on Thursday 2nd October 2025, 1–3pm at Liverpool Watersports Centre. The fund offers grants of up to £2,000 for projects that empower people, increase inclusion and make a positive difference in communities across the Liverpool City Region. […]
Lord Mayor’s Dragon Boat Race at Liverpool Watersports Centre
Liverpool Watersports Centre played host to the annual Lord Mayor’s Dragon Boat Race – a lively day of team spirit, friendly competition, and fundraising on the waterfront. The event brought together teams from local businesses, universities, and community organisations, all paddling for a good cause. Local Solutions was proud to both host and take part, […]
Spotlight on Safeguarding: Supported Lodgings Team Featured on BBC Newsnight
Lynnie Hinnigan from our Supported Lodgings team appeared on BBC Newsnight to highlight the growing misuse of ketamine among young people – an issue she’s encountered firsthand through her work across Merseyside. Drawing on her frontline experience, Lynnie spoke openly and compassionately about the risks many vulnerable young people face, including the long-term health impacts […]
Free Emergency First Aid Training Empowers Kirkby Residents
We recently hosted our first free Emergency First Aid Training session at the Local Solutions Community Hub in Kirkby – giving local residents the chance to gain vital, potentially lifesaving skills. Led by qualified trainers, the session covered essential topics such as CPR, using a defibrillator, and how to treat common injuries. Participants left equipped […]
Bullybusters Celebrates 20 Years of Supporting Young People
This year marks two decades of Bullybusters – our dedicated service working with primary schools, young people, and families to tackle bullying and promote kindness across the Liverpool City Region. To celebrate the milestone, the team appeared live on BBC Radio Merseyside to reflect on the journey so far, the difference the service has made, […]
Supporting Health and Wellbeing During Nutrition & Hydration Week
In March, our Homecare team took part in National Nutrition & Hydration Week – a campaign that shines a light on the crucial role food and fluid intake play in supporting health and wellbeing. Throughout the week, our carers used their visits to have meaningful conversations with service users about the benefits of healthy eating […]
Celebrating International Women’s Day with Connection and Self-Care
To mark International Women’s Day, we hosted a special event at Liverpool Watersports Centre – bringing together young people from our services and householders from the Supported Lodgings programme for a day focused on wellbeing, empowerment, and celebration. Centred around this year’s themes of recognising women’s achievements and promoting equality, the event created space for […]
Trustee Week: A message from Jill Jones, Trustee
Being a Trustee for Local Solutions is much more than just a governance role- it’s a commitment to ensuring that vulnerable individuals in our community receive the support they need. Whether it’s through the provision of Homecare, carers support, domestic abuse prevention or youth homelessness, Local Solutions has a profound impact on thousands of lives. […]
Trustee Week: A message from Karl Clawley, Trustee
As we celebrate Trustee Week, I’ve been reflecting on my role as a Trustee for Local Solutions. It’s my first official Trustee position, and I’ve found it to be both rewarding and inspiring. Local Solutions is dedicated to supporting those in need, and being part of a team that makes such a tangible difference in […]
Supported Lodgings Awareness Week
Local Solutions Supported Lodgings Awareness Week runs from Monday 16th September to Sunday 22nd September 2024. This important week highlights the vital role of Supported Lodgings in transforming the lives of young people, aged 16-24, helping them navigate the challenging transition from homelessness to independent living. Supported Lodgings offers a lifeline to young people by […]
