Mayor’s Winter Appeal

Thank you to Lewisham residents who helped raise £15,000 through the Mayor of Lewisham’s Winter Appeal. The Appeal was raising money for Voluntary Services Lewisham (VSL) to buy Christmas presents for vulnerable children, and for the 999 Club in Deptford to provide hot meals for homeless people in Lewisham.

You can still donate by visiting www.lewishamwinterappeal.com and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAHMS) by 50% in three years, and cut waiting times. CAMHS provides mental health interventions for children and young people aged up to 18 (or 21 if the child is leaving care) who have more complex or persistent mental health disorders.

If you have concerns about your child’s mental health, speak to your child’s GP or school.

Get a booster

A booster dose of the coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine is available for everyone aged 16 and over, and some children aged 12 to 15, who have had two doses of the vaccine at least three months ago. If you have not booked yet, you’re still eligible and can book anytime.