BRIDGE Forum Notes – February 2026

20 February 2026

Read the February BRIDGE Forum summary from Healthwatch Wirral, featuring insights from health, care, and community representatives working together to strengthen local services.

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In this February BRIDGE Forum:

• Wirral Council shared the key aims of the All Age Disability Strategy, outlining its four priority themes and how Thematic Groups will drive delivery and ensure disabled people’s voices remain central.

• Wirral Menopause CIC highlighted the growing community support for menopausal women, the new drop‑in hub funded by the Lottery, and the expanding range of services including menopause cafés and specialist support for women with cancer.

Other discussions included:

• Eastham Walk‑In Centre will reopen on 9 February 2026 with daily 12–8pm hours.
• Community Advice Hub has moved to the Liberty Centre for improved space and access.
• National HIV Testing Week shared borough‑wide free testing and outreach opportunities.