Friday 30 September 2016

Dementia Care Setting Garden Make Overs

Living through Landscapes is a three year, Lottery funded project with the aim of improving the health and wellbeing of dementia patients through increased use of outside spaces. They hope to promote the beneficial impact of regular and frequent access to the natural environment for people living with dementia by improving the outdoor areas of 30 dementia care settings across the country and delivering training and resources to staff and management teams.

They are now launching applications to take part in Year 2 and 3 of the project. This will be a 2 stage application process – Stage 1 is to complete a short online application form, and shortlisted applicants will be invited to Stage 2 where a more detailed conversation about the project will take place.

You can find the application form here: https://www.surveymonkey.net/r/dementiagarden

Should you decide not to participate you can still follow the progress of the project on Facebook and Twitter and don’t forget to sign up to their regular email updates on their website!

dementiagarden@ltl.org.uk ¦¦ t: 01962 845131 ¦¦ w: www.dementiagarden.org.uk

Info & Learning Hub - Social Care Legislation in Wales

Several new resources on the hub this week - the e-learning secure estate module and the fact sheets on user led cooperatives. Please spread the word.

http://www.ccwales.org.uk/learning-resources-1/

Dial '105' for electricity helpline

A new telephone service offering help and advice to people suffering an electricity power cut will use the number 105. The helpline has been developed by the UK's electricity industry. It provides a single telephone number for people anywhere in Britain to contact their electricity network operator and report a power cut or safety concern, or receive reassurance during a blackout.

Wednesday 28 September 2016

Samaritans Cymru Impact Report Launch Reminder

Guest speaker Nigel Owens MBE now confirmed

Monday 10th October 2016 12pm – 2pm at Pierhead, Cardiff, CF10 4PZ

Ebost/Email: l.frayne@samaritans.org      http://www.samaritans.org/wales
Facebook: www.facebook.com/samaritanscharity       Twitter: www.twitter.com/samaritanscymru

Nest Partner Newsletter

Rent Smart Wales
Nest Annual Report Published
Getting Ready for Winter – we need your help
Nest Partner Portal
Twitter

New Board Members - Theatr Brycheiniog

Vacancies have arisen on their Board and they are seeking to appoint new, non-executive members prepared to bring and share their high-level experience and their love of the arts.

For more information visit their website.

Open Afternoon - Severn Hospice - 12 October

You are invited to join the Severn Hospice Team at their new hospice site in Newtown on 12th October for an Open Afternoon to learn more about the services they provide.

The hospice will be welcoming visitors from 2pm to 5pm.

The Open Afternoon will provide you with the opportunity to learn more about the services they provide and to discuss future and current developments with their clinical staff.
01743 236565       claires@severnhospice.org.uk

Tuesday 27 September 2016

Age Positive Week

http://www.ageuk.org.uk/cymru/get-involved/age-positive-week1/age-positive-week-events/

Monday, 26 September- Friday 30 September,

10.00am to 12.00pm - Find out about Age Cymru Powys and how to volunteer with them

Llandrindod Wells:

Tuesday, 27 September, 12.00pm to 4.00pm - Come along, get relaxed and have a free massage
(booking advised);
Wednesday, 28 September, 10.00am -1.00pm - Foot care and massage and meet the ‘Simply Nails’ cutting team;
Thursday, 29 September, 2.00pm-3.00pm - Free trial yoga session (booking advised);
Friday, 30th September, 10am-3pm Age Positivi-Tea Party;

All at Marlow, South Crescent, Llandrindod Wells 01597 825908 www.agecymrupowys.org.uk

In Newtown:

Monday, 26 September- Friday, 30 September, 10.00am to 12.00pm -
Find out about Age Cymru Powys and how to volunteer with them;
Wednesday, 28 September, 10.00am to 3.00pm - Age Positivi-Tea party and games
Just drop in Parkers Lane opposite the dentist      01686 6257075908
www.agecymrupowys.org.uk

Holocaust Memorial Day 2017 - Free Resources

The resources for Holocaust Memorial Day 2017 have been launched. If you would like a copy of the bilingual pack then please click on the link below and scroll down the webspage:

http://hmd.org.uk/content/order-or-download-activity-pack

Events: http://hmd.org.uk/node/add/events

Homelessness – The Law in Wales 05/10/16

Shelter Cymru training

Preventing homelessness good practice seminar 2016

Shelter Cymru

Thursday 22 September 2016

National Youth Advocacy Services

Projects organised by the National Youth Advocacy Services and the opportunities for young people to volunteer, contact details for Samantha Anderson their Development Officer and details of their conference on October 20th.  0776 716 8478 

NYAS is developing Peering Ahead, a Peer Mentoring Project where mentors aged 18 to 25 will use their life skills related to employment and/or education to explore opportunities for the mentees to job shadow, gain work experience, visit education providers and increase their confidence. Mentors will receive Peer Mentoring training and will have the choice of gaining accreditation.

NYAS is also expanding the Peer Advocacy Project, this is an opportunity for care experienced young people or those who have accessed Advocacy services who are aged aged 16 to 25. These Peer Advocates will support those who may have had similar experiences through the transition as care comes to an end. They will also have the opportunity of being involved in Participation work and to have a placement in a setting where they can provide advocacy and support to other young people. Peer Advocacy Training is provided.

Dyfed Powys Police Pegasus scheme - for people with speach difficulties

This scheme is a service for people who live and/or work in the Dyfed Powys Police area. It is for individuals with speech difficulties, or who find it hard to speak to the police on the telephone or in person, when asked lots of different questions.

Pegasus is designed to make it easier for people with speech difficulties to contact Dyfed Powys Police quickly and easily on both the 101 and 999 numbers

Residential Care Homes to transfer over to a Local Authority Trading Company

You will be aware of the council’s recent announcement with regards to the residential care homes.

Please see below press release.  The decision is at this stage is only to investigate the proposal further, and a final decision in December.

People living in a care home will not see any changes in their service, or their carer. Bupa will continue to run the service as normal.

Management and operation of council-owned Residential Care Homes

Powys County Council’s Cabinet has agreed in principle the development of a Local Authority Trading Company to run the 12 council-owned residential care homes from May of next year.

Council-owned residential care homes have been run by Bupa Care Ltd for the past 15 years across Powys. The contract with Bupa is due to expire in May 2017 following a one year extension.

The decision to develop a Local Authority Trading Company has the potential to stabilise the current market and position itself as a driving force in the development of residential care services across Powys.

Councillor Stephen Hayes, Cabinet Member for Adult Services said; “The decision to commission Bupa to deliver our residential care on our behalf was the right choice at the time, and they have successfully delivered a high level of care over this period of time.

“However the financial and demographic pressures alongside national and local policy drivers mean that the council’s current provision of residential and nursing care would not be sustainable in the future. The current model would not deliver the required levels of service within available resources.

“This option has considerable potential and is in line with the council’s commissioning approach and the Social Services and Wellbeing (Wales) Act 2014.

“Retaining the current workforce is a high priority as the skills and experience of the highly trained staff will give a continuity of care and support for our residents in Powys.

“I know that the potential change to the management of the homes will be a source of anxiety to residents, staff, families and carers in the community, and alongside Bupa we are doing our upmost to ensure that everyone is informed and updated in a timely and sensitive manner.”    Ends.

Powys County Council Welfare Rights Service

Powys County Council's benefits support service can provide advice, guidance and assistance with the full range of welfare benefits.

They offer a detailed benefit check to see whether you are entitled to any additional benefits, and whether any existing benefits are being paid at the correct rate.

Tuesday 20 September 2016

Join the campaign to end pregnancy discrimination in the workplace

The Equality and Human Rights Commission has joined forces with some of the country’s biggest businesses to launch Working Forward – a new national initiative to support pregnant women and new mothers in the workplace

http://us3.campaign-archive2.com/?u=e8b4e22e779ea4c3f17588fa4&id=cba1578ab8&e=d6e2aa6122

Co-production in practice - Participation Cymru Training

http://us8.campaign-archive1.com/?u=981f960ac676c2d3e8901559e&id=e1ddc8195e&e=1926e35f2d

Training Courses with Mid Powys Mind

http://www.midpowysmind.org.uk/index.php?id=training-courses

Anger Management - more here
Assertiveness & Positivity - more here
Instant Calmer, in Llandrindod - more here
Instant Calmer, in Knighton - more here
Mental Health Awareness - more here
Mental Health First Aid - more here
Mindfulness - here
Tai Chi - more here

Digital Communities Wales- free webinars - supporting people to go online

Digital Communities Wales (DCW) are running a series of free webinars to help support people to get online, details as below. 
In addition, DCW is delivering free digital training sessions for frontline staff to support people to get online. There are places available for Sept – Nov dates  The 1 day sessions are at locations across Powys. 
You can register via the Eventbrite booking system.

Monday 19 September 2016

Powys Advocacy Network Meeting - 12 October

The next meeting of the Powys Advocacy Network meeting is scheduled for 12 October 2pm in Llandrindod Wells. If you wish to attend please contact ruth.middleton@pavo.org.uk

For more information on Powys Advocacy Network visit PAVO website

Cancer Macmillan Care Coffee Morning - 30 Sep - Newtown

Cancer Macmillan Care on Friday 30th September at The Newtown Integrated Family Centre

EVERYONE WELCOME,

children.youngpeople@powys.gov.uk    Phone 01686 623230

Older People's Commissioner for Wales: Senior Caseworker - maternity cover


Maternity cover for a Senior Caseworker role.
Please note, the ability to speak Welsh for this role is essential.

Closing Date: 21 October 2016 5.00pm.
If you are successfully shortlisted you must be available to attend an interview on 9 November 2016.

Details of the position can be found on the below link:
http://www.olderpeoplewales.com/en/about/vacancies.aspx

Appropriate Adult Training

There are places available on the Appropriate Adult training as follows:

4th October 2016, NPTC Campus, Coleg Powys, Llanidloes Road, Newtown SY16 4HU 9.30am – 12.30pm

20th February 2017, Committee Room 2, Neuadd Brycheiniog, Cambrian Way, Brecon LD3 7HR 10.00am – 1.00pm.

Please book your places via Trent Self Services or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827507

Aim: To prepare to be an effective appropriate adult in a police station thereby promoting the interests of justice, whilst safeguarding the welfare of children, young people, or vulnerable adults.

§ Understand the legal basis behind the appropriate adult scheme
§ Explore the nature of Power inherent in police investigations
§ Understand the importance of the Codes of Practice (Police and Criminal Evidence Act)
§ Good Practice before the appropriate adult goes to the police station
§ Good Practice upon arrival at the police station
§ Good Practice during the police interview
§ Good Practice after the police interview

Consultation Workshop for the Review of Day Time Activities for Older People (including Day Centres)

Powys County Council is currently consulting on a number of options relating to the future delivery of Day time activities for older people (including day centres) in Powys.

Further information about the consultation, supporting documents and an online survey about the Local Authorities Proposals can be found at:http://www.powys.gov.uk/en/corporate/find-out-about-consultations-in-powys/day-time-activities/

PAVO will be making a response to the consultation on behalf of Powys' Third Sector. If your organisation or service users have views they would like to see incorporated in this response, please send them to PAVO at: freda.lacey@pavo.org.uk by 26 October 2016.

The consultation closes at 5.00pm on 9 November 2016.

Friday 16 September 2016

Mid Powys Mind Training Courses

FREE training programmes which may be of interest to you, personally or professionally.Call 01597 824411 to book....

Training for Everyone - summary here

Anger Management - more here
Assertiveness & Positivity - more here
Instant Calmer, in Llandrindod - more here
Instant Calmer, in Knighton - more here
Mental Health Awareness - more here
Mental Health First Aid - more here
Tai Chi - more here

Violence against Women, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence (Wales) Act 2015 (the Act).

The Equality, Local Government and Communities Committee (the Committee) is undertaking a post legislative inquiry into the Violence against Women, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence (Wales) Act 2015 (the Act). The closing date for responses is 16 September 2016

Machynlleth - 6 Oct 2016 Dementia Supportive Communities

Working together to make your community Dementia Friendly

Thursday 6 October 2016 12.30pm – 4:30pm
Y Plas, Machynlleth, Powys SY20 8ER

Aim: To build and develop Dementia Supportive Communities by:
• sharing examples of practical ways to support people with a dementia
• identifying good practice and sources of information
• exploring ways of working together in the future
• committing to take action

For anyone interested in helping to make where they live or work a more supportive environment for people living with dementia, and their carers.

To reserve a space, contact ageingwell@olderpeoplewales.com

For more information on Dementia Friendly Communities, please go to www.ageingwellinwales.com/dementia

Mental Health First Aid Course

Mental Health First Aid course – places now free to all professionals 26th & 27th September in Builth Wells.

Booking essential:   Tel: 01597 824411  admin@midpowysmind.org.uk          www.midpowysmind.org.uk

Would you like to try some mindfulness meditation?

Mindfulness is proven to help with stress, anxiety and depression and can have a positive effect on physical health. It’s simple, you can practise it anywhere – and the results can be life-changing.

Mid Powys Mind is running a mindfulness course, starting with an orientation session on: Tuesday 20th Sept 11am-1pm The course takes place on Tuesdays from 18th Oct to 6 th Dec 10.30am-1.00pm

All sessions at Cross Gates Community Centre. Cost per session: £3 Mid Powys Members, £5 non-members. 
For more information or to register for the course please contact Mid Powys Mind on 01597 824 411 or admin@midpowysmind.org.uk

New monthly autistic spectrum support group - Llandrindod Wells

A new monthly autistic spectrum support group in the Wellbeing Centre in Llandrindod Wells, starting on 14 October. 

Embracing Individuality - A group for adults on the autistic spectrum or those who think they might be will be meeting: On Friday 14th October 10.30 – 12.30 and the second Friday of each month thereafter. 
Venue:  The Wellbeing Centre, Crescent Chambers, South Crescent, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 5DH. 
Board games, a chat and a discussion about what you would like to happen next. 
For further information phone Paul on 01686440716 or email paul.hostler1728@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/PowysAutism/

Update - Supporting Carers in Powys

Just to keep you in the loop on Supporting Carers of all ages in Powys:

1. You should get publicity information and new website details by the end of this month with regards to supporting Carers throughout Powys. We are hoping that our website will be genuinely useful to Carers and organisations. In the meantime, find attached our leaflet broadly outlining support for Carers – share with everyone and anyone!!!

2. In the meantime you can contact us or refer, our team are up and running and completely open to supporting Carers of all ages. Our number is 01597 823800, 9am – 5pm, Mon - Fri. Also you can pop into our hwbs in Llandrindod Wells (Marlow, South Crescent, LD1 5DH)and in Machynlleth on the main street opposite the Job Centre.

3. We will be holding events across Powys in the next year in which Carers and services can come together and plan together. We have allocated three thousand pounds per area to buy in courses / services or to be used as match funding. How these resources are allocated will be decided with Carers, along with you and others. Carers in Ystradgynlais are focusing their resources on developing an awareness raising film / play in the first year, but other areas might decide to buy in one of the brilliant courses from Alzheimers Society / Stroke Association etc. We’ll be in touch about these events.

4. Young Carers will be doing awareness raising sessions in schools and colleges – they have trained up and are rather brilliant and inspiring!

5. We are connecting with and collaborating with many of you – however if we have not been in touch with you and you want to collaborate we would love to hear from you!

The best contacts are:

Adult Carers – chris@powyscarers.org.uk
Young Carers – jan@powyscarers.org.uk
Siop a Hwb – Teresa@powyscarers.org.uk
Operations / General – marie@powyscarers.org.uk

Diolch yn fawr iawn, Jenny O'Hara Jakeway, CEO, Credu - Connecting Carers


Neuro-Cafe - Brecon Stroke Association

Meet others with a neurological condition

First meeting - Wednesday 28 September 2016 (then fortnightly thereafter) 10am-12 noon

Mind Space - Ty Croes, St Davie's House, 48 Free Street, Brecon LD3 7BN

For more information contact Rebecca or Rhian 01745 508524

Powys Community Health Council Mtg - Howey - 21 Sep

POWYS COMMUNITY HEALTH COUNCIL’s Full Council Meeting will be held on Wednesday 21st September 2016 in Howey Village Hall, Llandrindod Wells. LD1 5PT at at 1.00 pm

** These meetings are held in public and there is an item on the agenda for members of the public to raise questions about their local health services.

For more information contact Lisa.Foster@waleschc.org.uk 01874 610646

Monday 12 September 2016

Welfare Reform Stakeholder Working Group Session

14th Oct 2016

As part of the Welfare Reform Strategy, there will be a Stakeholder Working Group on Friday 14th October 2016 at the Wye Conference Room, Antur Gwy, Builth Wells commencing at 10am for a half-day session.

If any organisations would like to share information with fellow stakeholders at this event, please contact Claire Davies to arrange a suitable time slot. Please register your interest in the workshop session by contacting Claire Davies by Friday 7th October 2016 on 01597 827686 (ext. 7686) or claire.davies@powys.gov.uk

Neuro Voice Powys event in Theatre Brycheiniog on October 18

For more information contact Jacquie.Brown@pavo.org.uk

Friday 9 September 2016

Preventing homelessness Seminar - 30 Sep - Swansea

http://us7.campaign-archive1.com/?u=292baa835dba10b6ad2693375&id=19217f5de4&e=166efe63d9

Action on Elder Abuse Seminar - 21 November - Cardiff

http://elderabuse.org.uk/events/conference-financially-safe-and-secure-working-together-to-address-the-financial-abuse-of-older-people-2/

Charity financial management - managing your costs and budgets

http://us8.campaign-archive1.com/?u=981f960ac676c2d3e8901559e&id=b9321af328&e=1926e35f2d

Mid Wales Social Cooperation Seminar

Mid Wales Social Cooperative Consortium are hosting an upcoming event ‘ Mid Wales Social Cooperation Seminar’, the ethos for the seminar will be to get people on the road to cooperation. Any local Social Care related members that may be interested in attending please contact Tess.Luffman@cartrefi.org

Roles at Welsh Women's Aid and the latest charity jobs in Wales

http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?m=1108404407618&ca=3fc8da04-7c27-4971-b53d-466258b1ffbc

CFW Health and Wellbeing at Work Event

In conjunction with Public Health Wales we are holding ‘Health and Wellbeing at Work’ workshops aimed at Construction Company Owners, Managers and Supervisors. This event aims to provide an informative session on promoting Positive Mental Health and Wellbeing in the workplace and offers you the opportunity to meet industry experts who can show you how improving health in the workplace can offer positive benefits for your business.https://businesswales.gov.wales/constructionfutureswales/events/cfw-health-and-wellbeing-work-event

Powys Wellbeing of Future Generations Population Assessment - Give Your Views

As one of the requirements of the Wellbeing of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015, Powys’ Public Service Board (PSB) is required to prepare an ‘Area Plan’ which will set out the key priorities and changes for local public services in Powys. This ‘Area Plan’ will supersede the existing ‘One Powys Plan’.

This provides a crucial opportunity for voluntary organisations and community groups to influence the priorities set for Powys so that they meet the needs of the individuals and communities you work with.

The actions that will eventually be included in the Area Plan have to be based around evidence of need from Powys citizens and communities. This evidence is currently being sought and compiled.

If your organisation, or the people it supports, have views about the future needs for public services in Powys, please complete the attached form and return it to business_intelligence@powys.gov.uk

The draft wellbeing assessment will be prepared by November 2016, and will then be subject to further scrutiny and challenge at two stakeholder days, on 15 and 16 November 2016 at the Royal Welsh Showground, Builth Wells. You can book to attend either of these days at

15 November 2016 - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/well-being-assessment-challenge-event-tickets-27069842628
16 November 2016 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/well-being-assessment-stakeholder-challenge-event-tickets-27069629992

Thursday 8 September 2016

Powys Launch of the 10 steps to a Healthy Weight - 17 Nov

Thursday 17th November 11am- 3pm for Powys Launch of the 10 steps to a Healthy Weight
at Media Resource Centre, Llandrindod Wells

Your presence at this event would be greatly appreciated for your experience in working with this age group in particular when considering future community projects.

The day will include a presentation of 10 steps to a Healthy Weight and details on the research base supporting the 10 steps and information on evidence based recommendations for practice.

There will be showcasing of projects currently running in Powys which link with 10 steps and then some discussion time to focus on future work in this area.

This launch is part of ongoing work in Powys to reduce childhood Obesity and we would like to reach a wide ranging audience so please forward details of this launch event to any other colleagues/ friends that you feel would be interested.

Free buffet lunch will be provided, plus tea/coffee throughout the event. Parking is plentiful and free at this wheelchair-accessible venue. SatNav LD1 6AH

Please register your intention to attend, with any special dietary requirements by emailingPowys.Admin@wales.nhs.uk . A diary marker will be issued to confirm your place.

Please email Powys.Admin@wales.nhs.uk or call 01874 712738 for any further information.

Wednesday 7 September 2016

Hate Crime Signposting Events

Hate Crime Signposting Sessions being hosted across Dyfed Powys at the end of September 2016. For further details, or to book a place then please contact Angharad Lewis on01267226134 or email me at angharad.lewis@dyfed-powys.pnn.police.uk

Thursday 22nd September 2016 at 10.30am and 12.30pm at Pembrokeshire Archives, Haverfordwest, SA61 2PE 
Friday 23rd September 2016 at 10.30am and 12.30pm at the Executive Boardroom, Visualisation Centre, Penglais Campus, Aberystwyth University 
Monday 26th September 2016 at 10.30am and 12.30pm at Antur Gwyr, Park Road, Builth Wells, LD2 3BA 
Friday 30th September 2016 at 10.30am and 12.30pm at Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service Headquarters, Lime Grove Avenue, Carmarthen

PAVO Training September - November 2016

Volunteer Recruitment, Selection and Induction
Wednesday 21st & Thurs 22nd Sept 2016 (two days) Cost: £40 (PAVO members), £80 (Non PAVO members/Third Sector), £120 (All other/individuals)

Accounting Basics
Wednesday 21st September 2016 (half day) Cost: £10 (PAVO members), £20 (Non PAVO members/Third Sector), £30 (All other/individuals)

 An Introduction to Sustainable Funding
Thursday 13th October 2016 (full day) Cost: £20 (PAVO members), £40 (Non PAVO members/Third Sector), £60 (All other/ individuals)

Governing Your Organisation
Thursday 27th October 2016 (full day) Cost: £20 (PAVO members), £40 (Non PAVO members/Third Sector), £60 (All other/individuals)

Taking Minutes
Wednesday 9th November 2016 (half day) Cost: £10 (PAVO members), £20 (Non PAVO members/Third Sector), £30 (All other/individuals)

Being a Trustee
Thursday 24th November 2016 (full day) Cost: £20 (PAVO members), £40 (Non PAVO members/Third Sector), £60 (All other/ individuals)

Planning and Writing Successful Funding Bids
Wednesday 30th November 2016 Cost: £20 (PAVO members), £40 (Non PAVO members/Third Sector), £60 (All other/ individuals)

 To make an enquiry about a course or book on a course: Telephone: 01597 822191 Email: training@pavo.org.uk Visit: www.pavo.org.uk/support/training

Engaging with your target audience

Participation Cymru Training      -      20 October 2016, Merthyr Tydfil

Identify your stakeholder's needs and interests to understand how best to engage with them

Aim: Knowing who your stakeholders are is a vital element of public engagement at all levels. It is the starting point for any engagement activity and invaluable in the on going process.

A stakeholder analysis tool with particular reference to citizen and community engagement will be shared and there will be the opportunity to begin your own stakeholder map or to refresh an existing one.

This course aims to equip you with a useful tool to help your engagement activities become more focused and effective.

Find out more and book a space

Trusty Trustee Event - 14 September - Crossgates

ROLL UP ROLL UP FOR OUR TRUSTY TRUSTEE EVENT!

We need to know if you are attending so we can order the lunch

Trusty Trustee Roadshow
Future Fit Powys
Everything you need to know if you are a trustee, a director, a board member or management committee member in the third sector
Come along to our roadshow on:
Wednesday 14th September 2016
Crossgates Village Hall
10am - 4pm
For a fun, informative, interactive day looking at charity accounts, governance workshops, PAVO’s new Trustee Project, BIG Lottery presentation, and much more besides……..

Miss it, miss out!      To book a place go to:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/trusty-trustee-roadshow-tickets-26517315003

A View of International Models of Care

21 / 10 / 2016 9am - 21 / 10 / 2016 Midday - Cardiff City Hall

Who should attend?  Anyone who has an interest in health, social care and wellbeing. The seminars are designed to provide the opportunity for Welsh NHS Confederation members and partner organisations to come together to stimulate debate on a range of topics related to the health service in Wales.

http://www.nhsconfed.org/events/2016/10/a-view-of-international-models-of-care

Workshop for unpaid Carers - 26 Sep - Mach

Take it to the Top
Crossroads workshop for unpaid Carers to take place on Monday 26th September in Machynlleth. If Carers need replacement care to be able to attend, Crossroads may be able to arrange it with a sufficient notice.

With Celyn Cooper from the Welsh Assembly Communications: 
How to have your say and ask Assembly Members questions regarding your concerns related to provision of services?  
How can you address issues related to decisions made which will impact on your life or lives of those you are caring for? 
How does the Senedd work?
What groups and committees are there? 
When is the best time to approach them with your questions or concerns?

For more information and to book a place please contact Ingrid: 07837 188360 or send an e-mail to: ingrid.bernathova@crossroadsmww.org.uk 

To arrange replacement care please phone the Llandrindod Wells office and ask for Tracy or Jane: 01874 610346

Online Discretionary Housing Payment Applications

Powys County Council launched an online Discretionary Housing Payments application form:

http://www.powys.gov.uk/en/benefits/apply-for-benefits/discretionary-housing-payments/

Final Cardiff playground goes smokefree/Smokefree hospitals

ASH Wales Cymru // The Filter Wales

Public Services working in partnership for better health and wellbeing

Diary marker of a shared learning seminar that is being run by the Good Practice Exchange team at the Wales Audit Office.

Monday 5 September 2016

Invitation to the launch of Responsible Finance

Responsible Finance is working to create access to finance for citizens and enterprises who are not well served by the current big retail banking regime. In the context of reducing public funds this work is of real importance to citizens, communities, coops and social enterprises.

Sponsored by Jane Hutt AM

Wednesday 12th October 2016      From 5.30 – 7.00pm       Venue – Senedd, Cardiff Bay

Responsible Finance want to introduce you to the finance providers in Wales that are driving growth and prosperity in all local economies. They are celebrating a new horizon in the development of the fair, responsible finance industry and a new exciting ambition to bring affordable and trusted loans to the people, places and businesses of Wales.

Responsible Finance is the new name for the Community Development Finance Association (CDFA). Their members are delivering vital finance to those who cannot access mainstream services. Last year they contributed £0.5billion to the UK economy, and had a major impact on the lives of tens of thousands of consumers and entrepreneurs.

Responsible finance is an approach that offers unique social and economic benefits to some of the most deprived regions. Their launch will provide an opportunity to meet some of those who have been able to start or grow their business thanks to responsible finance, as well as those who are providing that support where it is most needed.

RSVP to eventsadmin@wcva.org.uk by 3 October 2016

Falls Prevention Resource Hub

Ageing Well in Wales - Here you'll find useful guidance and advice to either reduce your own risk of falling, or for those working with older people.

Friday 2 September 2016

Direct Payment Support Specification Design Workshop

This workshop is for service users, carers and family members only. The workshop is an opportunity for all stakeholders to review and shape the future service specification for direct payment support.

This forms part of a wider recommissioning project which is looking to recommission the service with a service live date of 1st April 2017. All stakeholders are welcome to attend the workshop to feed into and help develop the specification. 

Places are available by booking only by emailing Joanna.harris@powys.gov.uk or calling 01597826061. If anyone would like further information about the project or who is unable to attend and would like to feed in their views in an alternative way then contact the above.

 2pm – 5pm, 15th September 2016
Smithfield Meeting Room, Antur Gwy, Builth Wells 

Samaritans Cymru Impact Report Launch

Impact Report Launch – World Mental Health Day 2016
Monday October 10th 2016 – 12-2pm (Lunch Provided 12-1pm)
Pierhead, Cardiff CF10 4PZ - Sponsored by John Griffiths AM

For more information contact l.frayne@samaritans.org

This is a chance to find out more about the range of work they do in Wales, such as their Listener Scheme in prisons, award-winning suicide prevention work with the rail industry and their emotional health programme in schools.  The event agenda will include Welsh government representation, leading academics on suicide prevention and a guest speaker who will share their experience.

 To register your place to attend, please visit: http://bit.ly/2bneqoj

Powys Substance Misuse Bursary Scheme 2016-17

Please find details regarding the Substance Misuse Training Bursary Scheme which makes available funds for the workforce of Powys who currently work within the field of substance misuse. The bursary supports both training courses and higher and further education opportunities associated within the direct and immediate area of substance misuse services.

There will be two opportunities for funding, one in October, and one in January - applications will be considered by the APB’s Performance & Finance Subgroup at the October 2016 and January 2017 meetings. For more information contact joe.wellard@powys.gov.uk  01597 826392

Participation Cymru Newsletter - Training Programme

Welcome to the August edition of the Participation Cymru Newsletter!

This month’s newsletter includes the latest courses from our new training programme, information from  regional participation networks,  All Wales network and the latest news, methods, consultations, events plus much more!

Mid Powys Mind Wellbeing Co-ordinator

http://www.pavo.org.uk/home/current-vacancies/details/article/mid-powys-mind-wellbeing-co-ordinator.html

Safeguarding Older People from Domestic Abuse Seminars

The Older People’s Commissioner for Wales is holding seminar events to help safeguard older people from domestic abuse.

Who is the target audience?  The events are aimed at front-line staff from various organisations including; health & social care, Police, Fire and Rescue, home care workers, GP’s, Age Connect, Age and Care Alliance, RNIB, Intermediaries, Advocacy bodies, etc.

Delegates will be able to develop:
· An understanding of the hidden epidemic of domestic abuse of older people and be able to deal with it more effectively
· Knowledge to be able to identify the signs of abuse and what to do about it
· Knowledge of what support is available to older people
· Ideas of how to raise awareness of domestic abuse with older people
· An understanding of the hidden problem of coercion Ideas of how to implement changes in working practice

3 October 2016 - 1pm – 4.30pm
Dyfed Powys Police Headquarters , Llangunnor, Carmarthen SA31 2PF

5 October 2016 - 1pm – 4.30pm
Glyndŵr University , Mold Road, Wrexham, LL11 2AW

6 October 2016 - 9.30am -1pm
Glasdir Rural Development Centre , Llanrwst, Conwy LL26 0DF

11 October 2016 - 9.30am -1pm
Baglan Community Church , Lodge Dr, Baglan, Port Talbot SA12 8UB

17 October 2016 - 1pm - 4:30pm
Brecon Elim Church Centre , Canal Rd, Brecon, Powys LD3 7HL

20 October 2016 - 9.30am-1pm
Thornhill Church Centre , Excalibur Drive, Thornhill, Cardiff, CF14 9GA

NB. Only Teas & Coffees will be provided at the events.
Closing date for bookings: 12 September 2016

To book a free place for these events please complete the booking form:
English - http://www.olderpeoplewales.com/en/adult_protection/Safeguarding_Seminars.aspx

Making Every Contact Count

Newsletter No.7      Sept. 2016