Adult Social Care strategy is set to be renewed in 2026

Somerset Council is asking residents, unpaid carers, and organisations to have their say in shaping the future of care and support across the county. 

Its current Adult Social Care strategy is set to be renewed in 2026 and will set out key priorities for the next three years. Your feedback is important to help shape the strategy as you know your communities best .

The aim is to ensure the new strategy, covering 2026–2029, reflects what matters most to those who live and work in local communities. 

The online consultation is now open, making it easy for everyone to contribute their views.

The consultation is open until Friday 27^th March.

Date/Time: Approximately 3pm on Wednesday 25th Incident Type: Rogue Traders / Aggressive Doorstep Caller Elderly residents in Parkhouse Road were targeted by rogue traders. At around 3pm, a male—described as around 50 years old, with short dark hair, wearing a white T shirt—knocked on the door claiming there was an issue with a tree on the garden boundary. Due to his pushy and insistent manner, the residents reluctantly agreed to let him complete the supposed work. He later returned for payment and forced his way into the property, pushing past the residents. Two younger males remained waiting outside. A dispute over payment then followed, during which the residents felt pressured and intimidated into handing over additional money before the male left the address. Residents are reminded: • Do not agree to work from unexpected doorstep callers. • Do not allow unknown individuals into your home. • Do not hand over money or bank details to unsolicited callers. • Always use trusted, pre vetted traders—preferably recommended by friends/family or listed on approved trader schemes. • If you feel pressured or unsafe, close the door immediately and call 999. • For suspicious activity or concerns about rogue traders, report via 101 or the police online reporting service.

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A reminder that next Tuesday 3rd March you are invited to join us at 12 noon. We will be looking at Julian of Norwich and using Emma Pennington’s insights in her book ‘All Shall be Well.’ Whether you have read the book or not, you will be welcome to join us as we have an informal friendly discussion about this amazing woman and her faith. Handout sheets are available in the church if you would like to take one which give some guidance about what we may consider. This is the first of three Reflections, the second will be on Wednesday 18th March at 7pm and the third and final will be on Tuesday 31st March at 12 noon. Tea and cake will also be provided. We hope you will be able to join us.