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Independent impact report marking Westbank’s 40th demonstrates huge savings to the public sector

An independent impact report commissioned by Devon and the South West’s foremost health and wellbeing charity, Westbank Community Health and Care, as part of its 40th anniversary celebrations, shows the incredible value the charity’s diverse range of services brings to the region. The report shows the award-winning charity delivers impressive value for money across all its services, including...

Torquay Parkinson's communities invited to try new Pickleball and Petanque event

People living with Parkinson’s in Torquay and the surrounding areas of Devon are being invited to join a new Pickleball event which is aiming to help more local communities live well with the condition.

When : Monday 31 August from 10am

Where : Torquay Tennis Club, Belgrave Road, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5HP

Delivered by the team from Torquay Tennis Club, the event is...

Devon GP practice secures major funding to accelerate local health research

A mid Devon-based GP practice has secured major funding to expand its research activity, making it easier for more patients to benefit from local, life-changing research.

Amicus Health has been awarded £27,959.88 from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) to create dedicated research spaces and invest in specialist equipment, helping to expand opportunities for...

Westbank's Katie Elliott, centre, with the supportive team at Nettl

Westbank at 40 supports 40,000 people and celebrates with a new fundraising campaign

Westbank Community Health and Care is marking its 40th anniversary with a milestone achievement - supporting 40,000 Devonians on their journey to improved health, wellbeing and community connection.

During a celebratory year for the award-winning charity, Westbank is providing a lifeline to more people than ever before through a diverse range of community-based services. These include...

The toys and hampers were delivered to 50 local families

Westbank delivers 50 Christmas hampers to local families with the help of the business community

Businesses in and around Exeter have rallied to help the Exminster-based charity Westbank Community Health and Care to deliver 50 hampers to support local families this Christmas. A huge donation of children’s toys were a last minute addition to the food hampers - a special donation from Cars and Cuppas, which runs monthly events in Exeter.

Numerous organisations donated festive fare...

New trustee brings decades of experience in social care leadership to Westbank Community Health and Care

The Devon-wide health and wellbeing charity, Westbank Community Health and Care, is delighted to welcome Ian Hobbs, a former social worker and social care professional, to its Board of Trustees.

After 42 years working in a range of roles within Devon County Council, Ian is bringing his considerable skills and leadership experience to the third sector. As a Trustee, he is looking...

Walking the extra mile for Westbank to celebrate 21 years of Health Walks

A team of staff and volunteers from local charity Westbank Community Health and Care, who took on a fundraising challenge this month to collectively walk 360 miles - a distance equivalent to the circumference of Devon - have already exceeded their goal by walking more than 600 miles so far.

This month, Westbank is celebrating the 21st anniversary of its extensive Health Walks programme...

House with Eucalyptus tree in garden

Eucalyptus tree removed for safety

The much-loved eucalyptus tree in the garden of the Thelma Hulbert Gallery (THG) in Honiton will be removed in early September due to safety concerns. The tree, which has been a significant feature of the gallery’s landscape for over 50 years, has unfortunately become a risk to public safety following a recent inspection by experts.

The 50+ year-old eucalyptus, beloved by visitors...

Devon health and wellbeing charity seeks new Trustees for its next exciting chapter

Westbank Community Health and Care, a successful health and wellbeing charity that’s continuing to grow and extend its services across the whole of Devon, is on the lookout for new Trustees who can offer their experience and a fresh perspective to support the governance and growth of an award-winning organisation.

The charity provides a multitude of community-based health and...

Winning streak for Devon health and wellbeing charity Westbank Community Health and Care

An Exminster-based health and wellbeing charity is on a winning streak, having received Devon-wide recognition for the scope and impact of its work supporting local communities, hot on the heels of several other commendations.

Westbank Community Health and Care is delighted to have won the Community Champion award in the Devon Chamber Business Awards 2025. Chris Bloye, Westbank’s Head...

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