Joining Alison in this episode is Elaine Mitchell, Project Officer for the Lincolnshire Sleep Hub. Alison first met Elaine back in 2024 while organising that year’s It’s All About People Conference, so this podcast is very much a reunion and a chance to catch up on everything Elaine has been working on since.

Many people who met Elaine at the conference still talk about The Sleep Charity, and it’s wonderful to hear how many connections she made on that day which have since grown into events, activities, and support for people struggling with sleep.

Elaine speaks with real passion about the power of sleep and how deeply it influences our physical and emotional wellbeing. She also highlights how our workforce can boost their confidence and understanding by taking part in the Sleep Talker training (with new dates coming soon!).

Throughout the conversation, Elaine shares inspiring stories of individuals she’s supported - simple conversations that led to meaningful improvements in sleep patterns and overall wellbeing.

Have a listen and discover what you can learn about sleep. We promise this is one sleep-related session that definitely won’t send you to sleep!

Useful links:

The Sleep Charity

Lincolnshire Sleep Hub

Join returning guests Elliot Kane (Ep 61) and Adam Newman‑Pring (Ep 39) as they sit down with Alison to unpack their collaborative “Getting Winter Ready” project.

This episode shines a light on the power of meeting the right people at the right time - and meeting communities where they are. Elliot and Adam share how they reached over 1,600 people during flu and COVID vaccination clinics at their GP surgery, turning routine appointments into meaningful conversations.

They also reveal striking insights into how housing deprivation affects people’s health and places additional pressure on the NHS during winter. Together, we explore how proactive, preventative support around housing and wider social issues can transform outcomes for individuals and the health and care system.

Have a listen, and consider how you can discover the services that support people with challenges beyond traditional health and social care.

DOWNLOAD: Staying Safe, Warm and Well at Home this Winter guide

Alison sits down with members of the Living Well team at South Lincoln Healthcare Primary Care Network about what personalised care really looks like in practice.

Care Coordinators Jackie and Helen, and Health and Wellbeing Coach Panos, share how non-clinical roles are helping people feel heard, supported, and more in control of their lives.

From “what matters to me” conversations to community events and powerful personal stories, this episode explores how listening, trust, and teamwork can transform care - by putting people, not conditions, at the centre.

Our Shared Agreement - and the Five Foundations that drive it - are beautifully brought to life through these stories of co-production, connectivity and collaboration, conversations, and curiosity. Fantastic stuff!