HILS Hertfordshire

02/12/2025

Our mischievous HILS Elf has helped himself to one of our yummy strawberry cheesecake desserts. Who can blame him, enjoy Elfie!

01/12/2025

It seems we’ve had a very special visitor… our very own HILS Elf has arrived for the festive season! He’s already snuck into the meals and started causing mischief. Keep an eye out – we’ll be sharing his antics every day!

01/12/2025

If you have a long term health condition, like diabetes, flu can be really serious. Protect yourself with a free flu vaccine today. Book online for an appointment or speak to your practice.

01/12/2025

How on earth are we at the final photo of the year already? Honestly, 2025 has absolutely sprinted past us like it’s late for a meeting. But what a beauty we get to finish on.

This month’s calendar photo is taken in Rothamsted Park, Harpenden, and it’s giving us full-on winter wonderland vibes - the kind where you suddenly believe you *might* actually enjoy a frosty morning walk… right up until you remember you left your gloves at home. The long shadows, the crisp snow underfoot, the pale blue sky pretending it’s not -473 degrees - it’s all just stunning.

And because this is the last in the series (😭), we need to give a huge shout-out to the brilliant **Lucy Barrett**, who has kindly donated her photography throughout the entire year. She’s captured everything from golden sunrises to misty fields to scenes like this that make you want to break into a whimsical twirl… or at least consider it before deciding the ice might have other plans. Lucy’s talent, generosity, and all-round loveliness have absolutely made this project what it is. We couldn’t be more grateful.

Here’s to snowy walks, woolly layers, and that magical bit of winter before everything turns to slush.

If you’d like to see more of Lucy’s gorgeous work (and you absolutely should), you’ll find her here:
Website: www.kakigoriphotography.co.uk
Facebook: KakigoriPhotography

24/11/2025

Join the growing number of people already vaccinated and get yours for free today. They are available from GP practices or pharmacies. You can book only if you are over 65 by end of March 2026.
Visit the NHS website or drop in to your practice.

21/11/2025

Food alone isn't the only contributing factor to cause malnutrition. Here at HILS we look at physical and mental wellbeing, mobility and hydration, offering helpful tips to help in all these areas.
For more information on our nutrition & wellbeing service and Active Ageing (exercise at home) call us on 0330 2000 103 or email info@hils-uk.org

Tune in to hear Kian from HILS Nutrition Service talk all about malnutrition.

21/11/2025

Having your flu vaccine protects you and the person you care for.
If you are a carer you can get a free flu vaccine from your GP practice or from a pharmacy. Please take up the offer when invited or visit the NHS website to book.

20/11/2025

Check out our top tips for staying hydrated

20/11/2025

Our lovely Willow Dementia Group have been busy lately - and just look at what they’ve created!

From arts and crafts and poetry to gentle exercises, quizzes, and plenty of sing-alongs, there’s always something uplifting happening in our sessions. The little popsicle-stick cottage in the photo was made by one of our brilliant group members - how wonderful is that?

If you know someone who’d enjoy good company, creative activities, and a warm cuppa in a friendly space, we’d love to welcome them.

➡️ Join us at the Willow Dementia Group - Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 10am–3pm.

Pop us a message or call 0330 2000 103 to find out more. 💚

19/11/2025

Our Enhanced Meal Service in Hertfordshire, please contact us for more information

18/11/2025

We've posted about the signs and effects of malnutrition, lets see what we can do at home to help.
Please remember if you are concerned about sudden weight loss, we recommend speaking with your GP or calling 111. They can provide advice and refer you to a dietetic service.