News articles tagged health and wellbeing

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Reformer beds at Derby Arena

New Reformer Classes Arrive at Derby Arena

26 May 2026

Derby Arena launches brand new Reformer classes starting Monday 1 June

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Inclusive play areas unveiled in time for summer fun

19 May 2026

An extensive refurbishment programme to improve play areas at several Derby parks play areas is complete.

Melanie foster carer

Derby foster carer Melanie shares her rewarding fostering journey

18 May 2026

Melanie is encouraging others to consider fostering after sharing her rewarding five-year journey supporting children and young people.

Alvaston Park Swans

Mental Health Awareness Week: Take action to support better mental health

13 May 2026

To mark Mental Health Awareness Week, Derby City Council is joining communities and organisations across the country to support better mental health.

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Bring magic to a child’s life for National Childminding Week 2026

12 May 2026

Families and early years professionals across Derby look forward to celebrating the vital role of childminders as National Childminding Week returns from Monday 11 May to Sunday 17 May 2026.

Foster Care Fortnight 2026

Celebrating Foster Care Fortnight 2026 – This is Fostering

11 May 2026

Supporting Foster Care Fortnight 2026, celebrating foster carers and encouraging more safe, supportive homes for children.

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Regional fostering partnership to be strengthened under national reforms

6 May 2026

Derby City Council is set to join a new national programme that will bring more of the fostering process under a shared regional model.

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What it is like to be fostered

29 April 2026

Hear real experiences of foster care. Challenge stigma and learn how you can foster for your local council and change lives today.

Lewis Fletcher on the Derby Arena track.

Derby Arena Celebrates Lewis Fletcher’s Inspiring Return to Cycling

22 April 2026

Derby Arena is proud to celebrate the journey of Lewis Fletcher's return to cycling by taking to the velodrome track at Derby Arena following a life-threatening accident just 19 months ago.

Outdoor gym equipment in a sunny park

Revamped outdoor gyms unveiled at two Derby parks

14 April 2026

Local residents can make the most of the better weather by exercising at the refurbished outdoor gyms in Mickleover and Alvaston.

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