I’ve put together our latest updates, and insights to keep you informed and engaged. From details on upcoming events, including the dates for our next Service User Engagement Forum, to details of Wheelchair Sports and how you can get involved.
Come along and have your say at our next Service User Engagement Forum. We will discuss our usual topics, and of course, you will have the chance to share any feedback or recent experiences you’ve had with our service.
If you have any questions or concerns, we’ll be happy to answer and help. If you have any ideas you'd like to share on how we can improve the service, we'd love to hear from you.
🗓️ Wednesday 18th March 2026 from 11:30am
📍 Online via Teams or in person at our Gillingham service Centre
(Kent and Medway Wheelchair Service, 1 Ambley Green, Gillingham, Kent, ME8 0NJ)
✅ Service updates from the Operational team, clinical lead and the service as a whole.
✅ Details of any upcoming events in the local community.
✅ Information on projects Clive, our CLEO, is involved with.
✅ Talk about our new website - we welcome your feedback!
All are welcome! To register your interest, please email Clive Bassant, the CLEO for Kent and Medway Wheelchair Service, at Clive.Bassant@rosscare.co.uk or email Nicola at Nicola.Armstrong@rosscare.co.uk
Kent and Medway Wheelchair Service would like to hear from our younger service users! If you are under the age of 30 and would like to tell us about your experience, good or not so good, then come along to our group.
We have guest speakers in attendance on the day, who will be offering their help & advice.
🗓️ Wednesday 18th February from 11:30am - 2pm
📍 Our Gillingham Service Centre at 1 Ambley Green, Gillingham, Kent, ME8 0NJ
Email Nicola.Armstrong@rosscare.co.uk to book your place
“On a rainy September morning, I had the privilege of joining Nicola on a boat trip off the coast of Dover. As luck would have it, the skipper offered me the chance to steer the craft, and I eagerly accepted. Despite the less-than-ideal weather, I knew it was going to be an unforgettable experience..."
“It was my privilege to join Clive Bassant (Community Liaison and Engagement Officer) in being invited to attend the Wheelchair Rugby, International match between England and Wales on 24th August at Christchurch Sports Centre and witness first hand how exciting and physical wheelchair rugby is.
All the attendees, whether they were players or spectators, were treated to a very competitive game that reinforced what an impact a wheelchair can have. I was able to speak to some of the players and get a better understanding of needs and support that the wheelchair service could provide and I hope to be able to more involved at future events.
Congratulations have to go to the England team who won the tournament 6 matches to 1.”
Wild with Wheels was founded by Gini, a wheelchair user who recognised the need for inclusive outdoor experiences for people with mobility aids.
Powerchair Football is the format of football designed specifically for those who use wheelchairs. Using specially designed powered wheelchairs, the game is a 4-a-side format played indoors using a larger ball and upright goal posts. Powerchair Football is unique as it is also mixed gender and open aged, meaning players of all backgrounds can participate. Ages range from 5-65 years old and there are over 500 participants playing powerchair football across England on a weekly basis. Kent currently has one club - Sevenoaks Powerchair Football Club - who train regularly and play in both regional and national competitions.
The Kent County Football Association and the Wheelchair Football Association are working in partnership to explore the creation of a powerchair football team for the East of Kent. They are looking for interested people - players, coaches or volunteers - to get in touch. Future sessions will be delivered by powerchair coaches and equipment will be provided to support new activity.
You can register your interest via the QR code above or you can email Harry Mark at the Kent FA: harry.mark@kentfa.com or 01602 791 850
Are you a wheelchair user, carer, or family member of a wheelchair user? Would you like to get involved in shaping better services?
Come along and have your say at our next Service User Engagement Forum on 18th June 2025.
I’ve put together our latest updates, and insights to keep you informed and engaged. From the office and facilities update and service user caseload to exciting upcoming events, including the dates for our next Service User Engagement Forum. Read on to find out more!
Ross Care کی سروس صارف کی مصروفیت کے عزم کی مثال کمیونٹی لیزن اینڈ اینجمنٹ آفیسر (CLEO) کے کردار کی تخلیق سے ملتی ہے۔ یہ پوزیشن اس بات کو یقینی بنانے کے لیے لازمی ہے کہ سروس صارف کی رائے کو نہ صرف سنا جائے بلکہ سروس کی فراہمی کے ہر مرحلے پر فعال طور پر شامل کیا جائے۔
