Central London - Wednesday 23rd May 2018
Event Details Event Brochure Website Register to Attend
Friday 22 December 2017
The Future of Gambling in the UK
Promoting Social Responsibility, Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups and Responding to Emerging Challenges
Central London - Wednesday 23rd May 2018
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Central London - Wednesday 23rd May 2018
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Update on NHS 111 Wales Implementation and Shropdoc
One of our priorities during 2018 will be to put in place our plan for the roll-out of the NHS 111 Wales service across Powys. NHS 111 Wales will provide a “one stop shop” service that combines GP Out of Hours with the NHS Direct Wales service. This means that patients don’t need to decide whether to call their GP Out of Hours Service or NHS Direct – instead they can ring 111 to get easy access to health information and advice if they are ill and unsure what to do.
NHS 111 Wales was first put in place in ABMU Health Board (Swansea, Neath Port Talbot and Bridgend) in October 2016. In May 2017 it was extended to Carmarthenshire. November 2017 saw the first NHS 111 Wales implementation in Powys when Ystradgynlais Medical Practice switched over to the integrated service.
Our aim is to put in place NHS 111 Wales across Powys from spring 2018. Our current contract with Shropdoc (the organisation providing out-of-hours primary care medical services for Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and most of Powys) ends in the spring. This makes it an ideal time to work with them and other partners on a managed transition to a future model for out-of-hours primary care linked to the new NHS 111 Wales service. Our future approach will also include a new model for face-to-face out-of-hours services working seamlessly with NHS 111 Wales.
Commissioners in England are also progressing their planned procurement, which is work that has been under way since 2016.
You may be aware that Shropdoc has faced some financial challenges during 2017. We have been working with Shropdoc (and with Shropshire Clinical Commissioning Group and Telford & Wrekin Clinical Commissioning Group) since the summer to support them whilst they address those challenges. Together we have been supporting Shropdoc to make internal changes which will help address the financial pressures without impacting on patient care, and the organisation is optimistic these will be successful. Shropdoc, the CCGs and ourselves are committed to making sure the service continues to provide appropriate level of quality care during the transition.
Understandably, we want to assure patients that our priority is to ensure that local people have access to out-of-hours primary care if they need it. A key area where patients can help us by making sure that they order repeat prescriptions in plenty of time from their practice, so that out of hours is used to help people whose need is more urgent. This is particularly important during the festive season we would encourage patients to ensure they order repeat prescriptions well before bank holiday weekends. Over the coming weeks we will keep you updated on our plans for implementing NHS 111 Wales from Spring 2018, and we welcome your views.
To share your experiences of NHS 111 Wales and your comments & questions
please contact powys.engagement@wales.nhs.uk
Powys Wellbeing Plan - BME Focus Group
As part of current consultation upon Powys' draft Wellbeing Plan, Ethnic Minorities and Youth Support Team Wales (EYST) is holding a focus group for minority ethnic people living in Powys to have their say how to improve their wellbeing as residents in Powys.
The focus group will meet on 16 January 2018 from 10.30am - 12 noon at the Video Conference Room Brecon, Neuadd Brycheiniog, Cambrian Way, Brecon, Powys. LD3 7HR.
For more information or to book your attendance please contact Gerli Orumaa at:
gerli@eyst.org.ukor 01792466980.
PAVO Training Courses - February 2018
We have two courses running in February 2018. Details are as follows.
Budgets, Cash Flow Forecasting and Management Accounts
Monday 19th February (half day)
Cost: £10 (PAVO members), £20 (Non PAVO members/Third Sector), £30 (All other/individuals)
Aims: This course focuses on understanding and developing budgets, cash flow forecasts, and management accounts
By the end of the course, participants will:
Understand what a budget is and how to develop one
Learn how you can use budgets to support funding requests
Be able to understand, plan and develop a cash flow forecast.
Understand what management accounts are and why they are useful.
Being a Trustee
Tuesday 20th February (full day)
Cost: £20 (PAVO members), £40 (Non PAVO members/Third Sector), £60 (All other/individuals)
Content: Being a trustee is a responsible voluntary role and one that comes with duties and responsibilities. This course will take you through the legal responsibilities you have when you are a trustee as well as your role and the responsibilities you have towards your organisation.
By the end of the session, participants will be able to:
Understand what it means to be a trustee, who can be one and what roles and responsibilities trustees may have
Appreciate what trustees can be liable for, and know how to limit potential risks
Understand the principles of good governance, the roles of specific officers, and the difference between a trustee board and its subcommittees
Have an overview of what is needed for effective trustee recruitment and induction.
Budgets, Cash Flow Forecasting and Management Accounts
Monday 19th February (half day)
Cost: £10 (PAVO members), £20 (Non PAVO members/Third Sector), £30 (All other/individuals)
Aims: This course focuses on understanding and developing budgets, cash flow forecasts, and management accounts
By the end of the course, participants will:
Understand what a budget is and how to develop one
Learn how you can use budgets to support funding requests
Be able to understand, plan and develop a cash flow forecast.
Understand what management accounts are and why they are useful.
Being a Trustee
Tuesday 20th February (full day)
Cost: £20 (PAVO members), £40 (Non PAVO members/Third Sector), £60 (All other/individuals)
Content: Being a trustee is a responsible voluntary role and one that comes with duties and responsibilities. This course will take you through the legal responsibilities you have when you are a trustee as well as your role and the responsibilities you have towards your organisation.
By the end of the session, participants will be able to:
Understand what it means to be a trustee, who can be one and what roles and responsibilities trustees may have
Appreciate what trustees can be liable for, and know how to limit potential risks
Understand the principles of good governance, the roles of specific officers, and the difference between a trustee board and its subcommittees
Have an overview of what is needed for effective trustee recruitment and induction.
Welsh Government Migrant Support Organisations Mapping Exercise
The Welsh Government is aware that Brexit is causing some anxiety amongst many migrant communities in Wales. Officials from the Equality Team are drawing up as comprehensive a list as possible of migrant support groups / associations / clubs, so they can better reassure residents about their status, communicate new information once we know it and build better links with those supporting these Welsh community members.
Officials are focusing on EEA groups but as Brexit may have an impact on all migration into the UK and other nationalities might also be experiencing uneasiness about the future, they are including organisations which represent migrants from other countries too.
If you want the Welsh Government to keep you updated about developments in migration policy, please email us the contact details for your organisation at: EqualityBranch@gov.wales This information will be kept in a secure file and only be accessible to members of the Welsh Government’s Equality Team.
You may also wish to encourage your members to register for the UK government email updates regarding EU citizens right at:. https://eucitizensrights.campaign.gov.uk/
Officials are focusing on EEA groups but as Brexit may have an impact on all migration into the UK and other nationalities might also be experiencing uneasiness about the future, they are including organisations which represent migrants from other countries too.
If you want the Welsh Government to keep you updated about developments in migration policy, please email us the contact details for your organisation at: EqualityBranch@gov.wales This information will be kept in a secure file and only be accessible to members of the Welsh Government’s Equality Team.
You may also wish to encourage your members to register for the UK government email updates regarding EU citizens right at:. https://eucitizensrights.campaign.gov.uk/
Depression Busting Course in Newtown
Gofal’s Journeys are running a Depression Busting Course in Newtown, Powys in February in partnership with Hafal and Cyfle Cymru Peer Mentoring service. The course will run over 2 days Monday 26th and Tuesday 27th February 10.00am - 4.00pm
The aim of the course is to enable people to manage depression. It gives the opportunity to develop strategies for self-management as a means of maintaining long term health and wellbeing. Places are available to anyone over 18.
Will run at: Kaleidoscope, Severn House, Severn Square, Newtown, Powys SY16 2AG
Monday 26th and Tuesday 27th February 10.00am - 4.00pm
To reserve a place and find out more please email paulina.tyslewicz@kaleidoscopeproject.org.uk at Cyfle Cymru or JourneysInfo@gofal.org.uk or JacquiR@gofal.org.uk at Journeys.
Or telephone: Paulina on 07574 019228 or Andrea or Jacqui on 02920 692891
The aim of the course is to enable people to manage depression. It gives the opportunity to develop strategies for self-management as a means of maintaining long term health and wellbeing. Places are available to anyone over 18.
Will run at: Kaleidoscope, Severn House, Severn Square, Newtown, Powys SY16 2AG
Monday 26th and Tuesday 27th February 10.00am - 4.00pm
To reserve a place and find out more please email paulina.tyslewicz@kaleidoscopeproject.org.uk at Cyfle Cymru or JourneysInfo@gofal.org.uk or JacquiR@gofal.org.uk at Journeys.
Or telephone: Paulina on 07574 019228 or Andrea or Jacqui on 02920 692891
Community Pain, Fatigue & Sleep Management Programme
It is a group course consisting of 3 sessions of 3 hours and is run in various locations around Powys including: Bronllys, Ystradgynlais, Builth, Knighton, Machynlleth, Newtown and Welshpool.
Each session will have a maximum group of up to 12 people.
The course is run by a Clinical Nurse Specialist (Non medical prescriber) who specialises in Chronic Pain, Fatigue and Sleep Management.
For more information visit infoengine: https://en.infoengine.cymru/services/community-pain-and-fatigue-management-programme
Each session will have a maximum group of up to 12 people.
The course is run by a Clinical Nurse Specialist (Non medical prescriber) who specialises in Chronic Pain, Fatigue and Sleep Management.
For more information visit infoengine: https://en.infoengine.cymru/services/community-pain-and-fatigue-management-programme
Strengthening the Suicide Prevention Strategy
Building Partnerships and Supporting Localised and Tailored Prevention Programmes
Central London - Tuesday 22nd May 2018
Event Details Event Brochure Website Register to Attend
Central London - Tuesday 22nd May 2018
Event Details Event Brochure Website Register to Attend
Tuesday 19 December 2017
Monday 18 December 2017
Befriender Network Meeting - 29 January 2018
The Befriender Network meeting will take place on Monday 29 January 2018 at 10.00am - 12.30pm in PAVO Conference Room, Unit 30 Ddole Road Ind Est, Llandrindod Wells LD1 6DF.
We would be glad if you could register your attendance/apologies on this online booking form.
We would be glad if you could register your attendance/apologies on this online booking form.
Powys Advocacy Network Meeting - 29 January 2018
1.30pm - 4.00pm - PAVO Conference Room
More details to follow
More details to follow
Having you attended an Emergency Department - Recruiting Patients & Carers Project
A partnership of researchers, clinicians, managers and patients, led from Cardiff University Division of Population Medicine, is undertaking an NHS-funded study to evaluate different models of using GPs in Emergency Departments.
They are holding a Stakeholder Event, in Central Bristol, on 27 February 2018 and would like to recruit patients and carers with experience of attending an Emergency Department to contribute to our meeting.
Your organisation works with patients who may have needed emergency care for symptoms which were non-life threatening or life changing.
Would you be willing to share the information with your networks to help them identify people who may be interested in taking part? Their deadline of 5th January 2018.
Contact our project officer Nigel Pearson at PearsonN3@cardiff.ac.uk if you need any further information.
They are holding a Stakeholder Event, in Central Bristol, on 27 February 2018 and would like to recruit patients and carers with experience of attending an Emergency Department to contribute to our meeting.
Your organisation works with patients who may have needed emergency care for symptoms which were non-life threatening or life changing.
Would you be willing to share the information with your networks to help them identify people who may be interested in taking part? Their deadline of 5th January 2018.
Contact our project officer Nigel Pearson at PearsonN3@cardiff.ac.uk if you need any further information.
Mid Wales Public and Patient Forum
The Mid Wales Healthcare Collaborative (MWHC) was originally set up for a two year period which was then extended for a further year to ensure a smooth transition to a new arrangement for Mid Wales. The terms of reference for a new Joint Committee for Health and Care were agreed by MWHC Board on 5th December. Part of the new arrangement will be the
The public have contributed immeasurably to collaboration and will remain a vital source of information, support and challenge to the Joint Committee. To ensure the new Public and Patient Forum is set up and functions in a way that the public would wish, we intend to hold a meeting of all those who have helped us so much over the last three years.
We hope you will be able to join us on Monday 5th February 2018 at 2pm in Y Plas, Machynlleth to discuss how best to proceed. Please could you let us know if you can come by Monday 8th January and also let us know of any particular areas that you think need to be discussed. You can message us via facebook or email mwhc@wales.nhs.uk
http://www.midwalescollaborative.wales.nhs.uk/news/47084
We hope you will be able to join us on Monday 5th February 2018 at 2pm in Y Plas, Machynlleth to discuss how best to proceed. Please could you let us know if you can come by Monday 8th January and also let us know of any particular areas that you think need to be discussed. You can message us via facebook or email mwhc@wales.nhs.uk
http://www.midwalescollaborative.wales.nhs.uk/news/47084
Thursday 14 December 2017
NHS Hack Day – 27-28 January 2018
NHS Hack Day – 27-28 January 2018, Cardiff (FREE tickets with free lunch)
Who should come to NHS Hack Days?
· If you’re from a background which isn’t well-represented in most geeky meetups, come along – we want to make a difference.
· If you’re from a background which is well-represented in most geeky meetups, come along – we want your help to make a difference.
· If you’re worried about not being computery enough, come.
· If you think you’re an imposter, come.
· If your day job isn’t code, come.
· This isn’t a group of experts, just people. We are interested in the social and technical problems.
· This is a support group. No-one knows what they are doing.
"…A hackathon (also known as a hack day, hackfest or codefest) is an event in which computer programmers and others involved in software development, including graphic designers, interface designers and project managers, collaborate intensively on software projects. Occasionally, there is a hardware component as well. Hackathons typically last between a day and a week. Some hackathons are intended simply for educational or social purposes, although in many cases the goal is to create usable software…"
That sounds a bit scary. It isn’t.
Hack Days are a fun way to brainstorm collaboratively and come up with quick solutions. Making actual "products" isn't necessarily the aim; it's about having a great time, learning something and meeting some brilliant people. The main advantage of Hack Days is having people with a wide range of skills all in the same room and working together, something which may not be achieved quite so explicitly during day jobs in software development.
What makes NHS Hack Days different is that we are committed to welcoming people who don’t necessarily have computer skills to our events. We want everyone with any interest whatsoever in healthcare technology: healthcare professionals, patients and their relatives, representatives from charities, and anyone else who wants to help out, or even just to see what we’re doing. Notably a career researcher in chemistry came along to one of our recent events by accident thinking it was a day of lectures, but he was persuaded to stay anyway and ended up being part of the winning team!
· If you’re from a background which isn’t well-represented in most geeky meetups, come along – we want to make a difference.
· If you’re from a background which is well-represented in most geeky meetups, come along – we want your help to make a difference.
· If you’re worried about not being computery enough, come.
· If you think you’re an imposter, come.
· If your day job isn’t code, come.
· This isn’t a group of experts, just people. We are interested in the social and technical problems.
· This is a support group. No-one knows what they are doing.
"…A hackathon (also known as a hack day, hackfest or codefest) is an event in which computer programmers and others involved in software development, including graphic designers, interface designers and project managers, collaborate intensively on software projects. Occasionally, there is a hardware component as well. Hackathons typically last between a day and a week. Some hackathons are intended simply for educational or social purposes, although in many cases the goal is to create usable software…"
That sounds a bit scary. It isn’t.
Hack Days are a fun way to brainstorm collaboratively and come up with quick solutions. Making actual "products" isn't necessarily the aim; it's about having a great time, learning something and meeting some brilliant people. The main advantage of Hack Days is having people with a wide range of skills all in the same room and working together, something which may not be achieved quite so explicitly during day jobs in software development.
What makes NHS Hack Days different is that we are committed to welcoming people who don’t necessarily have computer skills to our events. We want everyone with any interest whatsoever in healthcare technology: healthcare professionals, patients and their relatives, representatives from charities, and anyone else who wants to help out, or even just to see what we’re doing. Notably a career researcher in chemistry came along to one of our recent events by accident thinking it was a day of lectures, but he was persuaded to stay anyway and ended up being part of the winning team!
Looking for people who have an interest in health services
Community Health Councils (CHCs) across Wales are currently looking for people who have an interest in health services to become CHC members. They are looking for volunteers from all walks of life - to help us improve the NHS locally and nationally. CHC members are local volunteers who act as the eyes and ears of patients and the public; listening to their concerns and working with the health service to improve the quality of patient care.
If you have any queries regarding this email, please contact us at Powys CHC on 01874 624206.
Naren.Keeble@waleschc.org.uk http://www.wales.nhs.uk/sitesplus/1144/page/79302
If you have any queries regarding this email, please contact us at Powys CHC on 01874 624206.
Naren.Keeble@waleschc.org.uk http://www.wales.nhs.uk/sitesplus/1144/page/79302
Independent Living Advisor Job - People Plus
Division: Independent Living ServicesSalary:
£18000 - £22000
Region: Wales
Car Allowance: None
Location: Powys
Job Type: Fulltime
Role Type: Advising/Coaching
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing date: 21/12/2017
http://bit.ly/2APUCYr
http://www.pavo.org.uk/home/current-vacancies.html
£18000 - £22000
Region: Wales
Car Allowance: None
Location: Powys
Job Type: Fulltime
Role Type: Advising/Coaching
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing date: 21/12/2017
http://bit.ly/2APUCYr
http://www.pavo.org.uk/home/current-vacancies.html
In-House Training from WCVA
They provide bespoke training which offers a flexible and cost-effective way to meet your organisation's and individual learning needs.
http://mailchi.mp/wcva/in-house-training-2017?e=1926e35f2d
http://mailchi.mp/wcva/in-house-training-2017?e=1926e35f2d
Would you like to join the Volunteer Rangers at Gilfach nature reserve?
Would you like to join the Volunteer Rangers at Gilfach nature reserve?
Gilfach nature reserve is consistently voted one of the top ten nature reserves in the UK. Join us and help people enjoy it.
We meet fortnightly on Fridays
We act as reserve guides and keep the area tidy
We carry out plant surveys and are helping to map the area.
We help with events and guided walks.
Contact barbara@rwtwales.org for more information or ring 01597 870301 (Gilfach) 825722 (Llandrindod Wells)
Gilfach nature reserve is 3 miles north of Rhayader just off the A470. Meet at the Old Farmyard
Ring 01597 870301 or 01597 823298 for more information
Gilfach nature reserve is consistently voted one of the top ten nature reserves in the UK. Join us and help people enjoy it.
We meet fortnightly on Fridays
We act as reserve guides and keep the area tidy
We carry out plant surveys and are helping to map the area.
We help with events and guided walks.
Contact barbara@rwtwales.org for more information or ring 01597 870301 (Gilfach) 825722 (Llandrindod Wells)
Gilfach nature reserve is 3 miles north of Rhayader just off the A470. Meet at the Old Farmyard
Ring 01597 870301 or 01597 823298 for more information
Meet the Lottery Funders visiting a town near you
12th & 19th January, 2018
To kick of 2018 Powys Association of Voluntary Organisations (PAVO), in collaboration with Chris Davies MP, are offering Powys Association of Voluntary Organisations (PAVO) the chance to hear all about opportunities for funding from National Lottery funds in Brecon and Radnorshire.
The event will feature presentations from:
Cronfa Loteri Fawr // Big Lottery Fund
Cronfa Loteri Treftadaeth // Heritage Lottery Fund
Chwaraeon Cymru // Sports Wales
The events, starting at 6 PM, will be held at
To kick of 2018 Powys Association of Voluntary Organisations (PAVO), in collaboration with Chris Davies MP, are offering Powys Association of Voluntary Organisations (PAVO) the chance to hear all about opportunities for funding from National Lottery funds in Brecon and Radnorshire.
The event will feature presentations from:
Cronfa Loteri Fawr // Big Lottery Fund
Cronfa Loteri Treftadaeth // Heritage Lottery Fund
Chwaraeon Cymru // Sports Wales
The events, starting at 6 PM, will be held at
Wyeside Arts Centre in Builth Wells on Friday 12th January and
The Welfare in Ystradgynlais on Friday 19th January.
Attending these FREE events will allow you to:
Get hints and tips on each application process and their eligibility criteria
Find out how the application process works with each funder
Have the opportunity to ask funders about your particular project or scheme
Find out key dates for funding cyclesYou don't need to register or book a place - just turn up on the day.
We look forward to seeing you there - George Stroud & The PAVO Development Team
Attending these FREE events will allow you to:
Get hints and tips on each application process and their eligibility criteria
Find out how the application process works with each funder
Have the opportunity to ask funders about your particular project or scheme
Find out key dates for funding cyclesYou don't need to register or book a place - just turn up on the day.
We look forward to seeing you there - George Stroud & The PAVO Development Team
Tuesday 12 December 2017
UK Parliament: Wales
The new Education and Community Officer for the House of Commons in Wales.
Works with schools and community groups offering workshops on behalf of the House of Commons on a range of topics – including:
· ‘Introduction to UK Parliament’
· ‘Campaigning and engaging UK Parliament’
· ‘Women in Parliament (2018 will include working on our vote 100 campaign)
· Empower! (Sessions designed for Adults with learning disabilities)
· Select Committees
All of these sessions can be delivered in both Welsh and English.
Please let him know if you need any more information on these sessions or any other queries you might have.
Steven Williams: Senior Community and Education Officer – Wales
House of Commons
Works with schools and community groups offering workshops on behalf of the House of Commons on a range of topics – including:
· ‘Introduction to UK Parliament’
· ‘Campaigning and engaging UK Parliament’
· ‘Women in Parliament (2018 will include working on our vote 100 campaign)
· Empower! (Sessions designed for Adults with learning disabilities)
· Select Committees
All of these sessions can be delivered in both Welsh and English.
Please let him know if you need any more information on these sessions or any other queries you might have.
Steven Williams: Senior Community and Education Officer – Wales
House of Commons
No more ‘Death by PowerPoint’ – make your presentations shine!
Monday 11 December 2017
Owen's 5 x 5 Ways of Wellbeing: Part 1
5 ways of connecting, including gaming hubs and book clubs!
https://powysmentalhealth.blogspot.co.uk/2017/12/owens-5-x-5-ways-of-wellbeing-part-1.htm
https://powysmentalhealth.blogspot.co.uk/2017/12/owens-5-x-5-ways-of-wellbeing-part-1.htm
Consultation -A Major Trauma Network for South and West Wales and South Powys
A consultation is currently under way on proposals to establish a Major Trauma Network for South and West Wales and South Powys. This would include designating University Hospital of Wales in Cardiff as a Major Trauma Centre.
Developing a Major Trauma Network for South and West Wales and South Powys aims to improve survival, improve quality of life and reduce long term illness and disability for people following major trauma injuries. These injuries may include gunshot & knife wounds, serious head injuries, industrial accidents, serious falls (e.g. with head injury), multiple injuries resulting from road traffic accidents, and mass casualty events.
North Powys already benefits from being part of a Major Trauma Network covering North West Midlands and North Wales, including the Major Trauma Centre in Stoke and Trauma Unit in Shrewsbury.
Please note that this new network will primarily affect Brecknock and Radnorshire, as Montgomeryshire is already served by the Major Trauma Network for North Wales and North West Midlands.
Further information is also available from the consultation website at www.publichealthwales.org/
It is vital that they make the best decision for people across South and West Wales and South Powys. This means they need to hear from you – so please read the consultation document and background information below and respond by 9.00am on Monday 5 February 2018.
You can answer the survey online or fill in a form electronically and email it to: NHSWHC.strategicplanning@wales.nhs.uk
Friday 8 December 2017
CSSIW announces Adult Social Services Review – for January 2018
The Care and Social Services Inspectorate Wales (CSSIW) has informed Powys County Council that it will undertake an inspection of Powys County Council Adult Services starting on 22 January 2018.
The inspection will focus on how adults, their families and carers are empowered to access help and care and support services and on the quality of outcomes achieved for adults, their families and carers in need of help, care and support and/or protection. The inspection will also evaluate the quality of leadership, management and governance arrangements in place to develop and support service delivery. It is the first comprehensive inspection of Adult Services since 2015.
A report of the findings will be published by CSSIW and provided to the Minister for Health and Social Services.
We understand that the inspection will begin week commencing 22 January 2018 and approximately two weeks.
Powys County Council have already developed a comprehensive and costed improvement plan for adult services, in advance of the inspection. This is similar to that submitted to CSSIW for children’s services.
Welsh Government and the Welsh Local Government Association (WLGA) has offered help to Powys in taking forward its improvement plans.
We will keep you informed about any other developments.
The inspection will focus on how adults, their families and carers are empowered to access help and care and support services and on the quality of outcomes achieved for adults, their families and carers in need of help, care and support and/or protection. The inspection will also evaluate the quality of leadership, management and governance arrangements in place to develop and support service delivery. It is the first comprehensive inspection of Adult Services since 2015.
A report of the findings will be published by CSSIW and provided to the Minister for Health and Social Services.
We understand that the inspection will begin week commencing 22 January 2018 and approximately two weeks.
Powys County Council have already developed a comprehensive and costed improvement plan for adult services, in advance of the inspection. This is similar to that submitted to CSSIW for children’s services.
Welsh Government and the Welsh Local Government Association (WLGA) has offered help to Powys in taking forward its improvement plans.
We will keep you informed about any other developments.
December 2017 Powys Mental Health eBulletin
Christmas, Farming & the Art of the Possible:
http://mailchi.mp/c8ac0fe0da88/m6j3wqvlqg-2051005?e=c3ea0b1db8
To contact the team you can call 01686 628300 or 01597 822191 or email mentalhealth@pavo.org.uk
http://mailchi.mp/c8ac0fe0da88/m6j3wqvlqg-2051005?e=c3ea0b1db8
To contact the team you can call 01686 628300 or 01597 822191 or email mentalhealth@pavo.org.uk
Christmas Day Lunch - Brecon
This year we will be hosting a Christmas Lunch for our elder residents in Brecon, who aren’t able to cook or don’t want to be alone on Christmas day.
The Castle of Brecon Hotel has kindly donated the space for the event, which will run from 12pm until 2pm.
If you would be interested in going along for some food, company and mince pies, or know someone who may like to attend please contact Alina O’Connor at The Castle on 01874 624 611 to reserve a place.
The Event will be free of charge and will run on donations and some good old Christmas spirit!
If you would like to make a donation, are interested in volunteering on the day or think you can help in any other way please get in touch!
If you would be interested in going along for some food, company and mince pies, or know someone who may like to attend please contact Alina O’Connor at The Castle on 01874 624 611 to reserve a place.
The Event will be free of charge and will run on donations and some good old Christmas spirit!
If you would like to make a donation, are interested in volunteering on the day or think you can help in any other way please get in touch!
Gwirvol Youth Led Grants Still Time To Apply
Small grants up to £600 are available form PAVO to run a project that provides volunteering opportunities for young people aged 14-25 years.
The young people can be from an existing group or just young people coming together to run a project of their own choosing. The application must be written by a young person.
Past projects have included organising fundraising events to support local charities, local environmental schemes, and improving facilities for older people.
A panel of young people from Powys will assess the applications.
http://www.pavo.org.uk/funding/gwirvol-youth-led-grant-scheme.html
Closing date for applications is 14th January 2018.
If you would like to discuss your ideas and project contact Michiel Blees on 01597 822191 or email: michiel.blees@pavo.org.uk
The young people can be from an existing group or just young people coming together to run a project of their own choosing. The application must be written by a young person.
Past projects have included organising fundraising events to support local charities, local environmental schemes, and improving facilities for older people.
A panel of young people from Powys will assess the applications.
http://www.pavo.org.uk/funding/gwirvol-youth-led-grant-scheme.html
Closing date for applications is 14th January 2018.
If you would like to discuss your ideas and project contact Michiel Blees on 01597 822191 or email: michiel.blees@pavo.org.uk
Social Care Wales - Accolades / Gwobrau Gofal Cymdeithasol Cymru
If you haven’t heard of the Accolades, it’s an awards ceremony that recognises, celebrates and shares excellent practice by organisations, groups or teams in social work, social care, early years and childcare in Wales.
Organised by Social Care Wales, the Accolades are a chance for those who work in any form of care and support in the public, independent or voluntary sectors to share their achievements with colleagues across Wales. It’s explained in more detail in the following link:https://socialcare.wales/service-improvement/the-accolades-2018
Twitter handle: @AccoladesCymru & Facebook handle: @Accolades.Cymru
Os nad ydych wedi clywed am y Gwobrau, ein seremoni wobrwyo ydyw sy'n cydnabod, yn dathlu ac yn rhannu arferion rhagorol gan sefydliadau, grwpiau neu dimau mewn gwaith cymdeithasol, gofal cymdeithasol, blynyddoedd cynnar a gofal plant yng Nghymru.
Wedi'i drefnu gan Gofal Cymdeithasol Cymru, mae'r Gwobrau'n gyfle i'r rhai sy'n gweithio mewn unrhyw fath o ofal a chefnogaeth yn y sectorau cyhoeddus, annibynnol neu wirfoddol i rannu eu cyflawniadau gyda chydweithwyr ledled Cymru. Fe'i eglurir yn fanylach yn y ddolen ganlynol:https://gofalcymdeithasol.cymru/gwella-gwasanaethau/y-gwobrau-2018
Ein cyfrif Trydar yw @AccoladesCymru a Facebook yw @Accolades.Cymru
Organised by Social Care Wales, the Accolades are a chance for those who work in any form of care and support in the public, independent or voluntary sectors to share their achievements with colleagues across Wales. It’s explained in more detail in the following link:https://socialcare.wales/service-improvement/the-accolades-2018
Twitter handle: @AccoladesCymru & Facebook handle: @Accolades.Cymru
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Lowri Ellis, Tim Llywodraethu Corfforaethol, Corporate Governance TeamOs nad ydych wedi clywed am y Gwobrau, ein seremoni wobrwyo ydyw sy'n cydnabod, yn dathlu ac yn rhannu arferion rhagorol gan sefydliadau, grwpiau neu dimau mewn gwaith cymdeithasol, gofal cymdeithasol, blynyddoedd cynnar a gofal plant yng Nghymru.
Wedi'i drefnu gan Gofal Cymdeithasol Cymru, mae'r Gwobrau'n gyfle i'r rhai sy'n gweithio mewn unrhyw fath o ofal a chefnogaeth yn y sectorau cyhoeddus, annibynnol neu wirfoddol i rannu eu cyflawniadau gyda chydweithwyr ledled Cymru. Fe'i eglurir yn fanylach yn y ddolen ganlynol:https://gofalcymdeithasol.cymru/gwella-gwasanaethau/y-gwobrau-2018
Ein cyfrif Trydar yw @AccoladesCymru a Facebook yw @Accolades.Cymru
Monday 4 December 2017
Consultation on the Powys Wellbeing Plan
Powys’ Public Service Board (PSB) has launched a 12 week public consultation upon the final draft of Powys’ Wellbeing Plan. The Plan sets out long term priorities for improvements in Powys, and is the beginning of a strategic planning process to run until 2040 under the requirements of the Wellbeing of Future Generations (Wales) Act.
The new plan will be the over-arching plan to inform and guide all other public sector and partnership plans in Powys and will replace the present One Powys Plan. It sets out 15 key well-being issues that the Public Service Board wants to focus on to improve the well-being of residents of Powys: Adventure Tourism; Apprenticeships; Branding of Powys; Communicating with Partners; Communities; Digital Infrastructure; Emotional Health; Engagement; Environment; Home Support; Lifelong Learning; Lobbying for transport investment; Monitoring our steps; Seamless services; and Transport.
The consultation seeks your views on whether these 15 topics are the right areas to focus upon and whether you feel there are specific actions that are important to take to deliver against them. The final version of the plan will be important to voluntary groups and community organisations as it will influence the actions taken (and funding used) to deliver against many of issues of concern to our Sector and the individuals we work with. Once the Plan is agreed then multi-agency partnership groups will be established to develop and take forward the detailed actions needed.
PAVO will be putting on a number of opportunities at forthcoming meetings and events between now and February 2018 to give you an opportunity to give your views. PAVO shall also be putting together a response to the consultation on behalf of the Sector and we will be seeking your views to inform this.
In the meantime you can view the draft Plan and its supporting documentation at:
· http://www.powys.gov.uk/cy/datblygu-cymunedol/cynaliadwyedd-ar-cyngor/cynllun-llesiant-powys/ (Cymraeg)
· http://www.powys.gov.uk/en/community-development/sustainability-and-the-council/powys-well-being-plan/ (English)
It is also possible to complete an online survey response to the consultation at:
· https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/FYZGWVH (Cymraeg)
· https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/DWSJXGZ (English)
The online survey is open until 11 February 2018, and the final version of the Powys Wellbeing Plan will be published in April 2018.
For more information about the Powys Wellbeing Plan and how you can give your views please contact Peter Lathbury PAVO at: 01597 822191 or peter.lathbury@pavo.org.uk
The new plan will be the over-arching plan to inform and guide all other public sector and partnership plans in Powys and will replace the present One Powys Plan. It sets out 15 key well-being issues that the Public Service Board wants to focus on to improve the well-being of residents of Powys: Adventure Tourism; Apprenticeships; Branding of Powys; Communicating with Partners; Communities; Digital Infrastructure; Emotional Health; Engagement; Environment; Home Support; Lifelong Learning; Lobbying for transport investment; Monitoring our steps; Seamless services; and Transport.
The consultation seeks your views on whether these 15 topics are the right areas to focus upon and whether you feel there are specific actions that are important to take to deliver against them. The final version of the plan will be important to voluntary groups and community organisations as it will influence the actions taken (and funding used) to deliver against many of issues of concern to our Sector and the individuals we work with. Once the Plan is agreed then multi-agency partnership groups will be established to develop and take forward the detailed actions needed.
PAVO will be putting on a number of opportunities at forthcoming meetings and events between now and February 2018 to give you an opportunity to give your views. PAVO shall also be putting together a response to the consultation on behalf of the Sector and we will be seeking your views to inform this.
In the meantime you can view the draft Plan and its supporting documentation at:
· http://www.powys.gov.uk/cy/datblygu-cymunedol/cynaliadwyedd-ar-cyngor/cynllun-llesiant-powys/ (Cymraeg)
· http://www.powys.gov.uk/en/community-development/sustainability-and-the-council/powys-well-being-plan/ (English)
It is also possible to complete an online survey response to the consultation at:
· https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/FYZGWVH (Cymraeg)
· https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/DWSJXGZ (English)
The online survey is open until 11 February 2018, and the final version of the Powys Wellbeing Plan will be published in April 2018.
For more information about the Powys Wellbeing Plan and how you can give your views please contact Peter Lathbury PAVO at: 01597 822191 or peter.lathbury@pavo.org.uk
The Welsh Government’s Supporting People Programme
View the background to this consultation
View all current consultations
View all current consultations
Purpose of the consultation: The National Assembly of Wales’ Public Accounts Committee is undertaking an inquiry into the Welsh Government’s Supporting People Programme. The Auditor General for Wales published a report on the Supporting People Programme on 31 August 2017, and the Welsh Government have responded to the Auditor General’s recommendations.
Well-being of Wales - User Experience Survey
Chief Statistician’s update – December 2017
Measuring the Well-being of Wales and 2021 Census update
On September 25th the Chief Statistician published the first ever annual Well-being of Wales report. The report is comprised of a narrative on our progress against each of the seven well-being goals alongside reports for each of the 46 national indicators drawing on our StatsWales open data.
They want to ensure they are improving through listening to user feedback. They’ve therefore launched a survey seeking your feedback on the content, usability and structure of the report. They’d also like to know how you might use the report in your day to day work.
Please take the time to fill in the survey and helps us improve in the future.
The survey will close on 2 February 2018.
Measuring the Well-being of Wales and 2021 Census update
On September 25th the Chief Statistician published the first ever annual Well-being of Wales report. The report is comprised of a narrative on our progress against each of the seven well-being goals alongside reports for each of the 46 national indicators drawing on our StatsWales open data.
They want to ensure they are improving through listening to user feedback. They’ve therefore launched a survey seeking your feedback on the content, usability and structure of the report. They’d also like to know how you might use the report in your day to day work.
Please take the time to fill in the survey and helps us improve in the future.
The survey will close on 2 February 2018.
New guidance for domiciliary care workers /Canllawiau newydd ar gyfer gweithwyr gofal cartref
Practice guidance for domiciliary care workers, a consultation
Social Care Wales has launched a 12 week consultation on new guidance for domiciliary care workers and we want your views.
They value your opinions and would encourage you to take part in the consultation. You can do this by visiting their consultation page: https://socialcare.wales/consultations/draft-practice-guidance-for-domiciliary-care-workers
Social Care Wales has launched a 12 week consultation on new guidance for domiciliary care workers and we want your views.
They value your opinions and would encourage you to take part in the consultation. You can do this by visiting their consultation page: https://socialcare.wales/consultations/draft-practice-guidance-for-domiciliary-care-workers
They will consider your opinions and report back on the results of the consultation in Spring 2018.
Mae Gofal Cymdeithasol Cymru wedi lansio ymgynghoriad 12 wythnos ar ganllawiau newydd i weithwyr gofal cartref ac rydym eisiau eich barn chi.
Rydym yn gwerthfawrogi eich barn ac yn annog i chi gymryd rhan yn yr ymgynghoriad. Gallwch wneud hyn drwy ymweld â'n tudalen ymgynghori: https://gofalcymdeithasol.cymru/ymgynghoriadau/canllawiau-ymarfer-drafft-i-weithwyr-gofal-cartref
Byddwn yn ystyried eich barn ac yn adrodd yn ôl ar ganlyniadau'r ymgynghoriad yng Ngwanwyn 2018.
Adult Protection Awareness including Financial Abuse Training
There are places available on the following dates for Adult Protection Awareness including Financial Abuse Half day training run by Bond Solon which has taken over from the Adult Protection Awareness Training. There is no charge for attendance at this training.
15th February 2018 - Neuadd Brycheiniog Council Offices, Brecon AM 9.30am – 12.30pm
15th February 2018 - Neuadd Brycheiniog Council Office,s Brecon PM 1.30pm – 4.30pm
16th February 2018 NPTC Theatre Hafren, Newtown AM 9.30am – 12.30pm
16th February 2018 NPTC Theatre Hafren, Newtown PM 1.30pm – 4.30pm
Please book your places via Trent Self Service or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827333
Aim: To enable participants to gain an understanding of adult abuse and neglect in both domestic and care settings; its nature, extent and impact, and possible causes. For participants to feel greater confidence to recognise signs of abuse and neglect and coercive and controlling behaviour and to raise concerns where needed. To have knowledge of staff responsibilities to raise concerns and an understanding of what happens once a concern is raised.
Key Learning Outcomes: To allow participants to explore their values in relation to adults with health and social care needs and their attitudes towards abuse.
To understand the importance of person centred, outcomes focused safeguarding work.
To ensure that staff involved in supporting people in the community and care settings across all sectors are aware of different types of financial abuse, including capacity; the groups most vulnerable to abuse; the range of people who might perpetrate such abuse; their responsibilities to act to prevent financial abuse and to report it where it is suspected.
15th February 2018 - Neuadd Brycheiniog Council Offices, Brecon AM 9.30am – 12.30pm
15th February 2018 - Neuadd Brycheiniog Council Office,s Brecon PM 1.30pm – 4.30pm
16th February 2018 NPTC Theatre Hafren, Newtown AM 9.30am – 12.30pm
16th February 2018 NPTC Theatre Hafren, Newtown PM 1.30pm – 4.30pm
Please book your places via Trent Self Service or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827333
Aim: To enable participants to gain an understanding of adult abuse and neglect in both domestic and care settings; its nature, extent and impact, and possible causes. For participants to feel greater confidence to recognise signs of abuse and neglect and coercive and controlling behaviour and to raise concerns where needed. To have knowledge of staff responsibilities to raise concerns and an understanding of what happens once a concern is raised.
Key Learning Outcomes: To allow participants to explore their values in relation to adults with health and social care needs and their attitudes towards abuse.
To understand the importance of person centred, outcomes focused safeguarding work.
To ensure that staff involved in supporting people in the community and care settings across all sectors are aware of different types of financial abuse, including capacity; the groups most vulnerable to abuse; the range of people who might perpetrate such abuse; their responsibilities to act to prevent financial abuse and to report it where it is suspected.
Supporting Others Through Loss, Dying & Bereavement ( 2 days )
There are places available on the Supporting Others Through Loss, Dying & Bereavement ( 2 days ) with MacMillan as follows – there are limited places so please book early:
17th & 18th January 2018 in the Media Resource Centre, Oxford Road, Llandrindod Wells 10.00am – 4.00pm
Please book your places via Trent Self-Service or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827333
Do you support people affected by cancer through loss, dying and bereavement? - This free 2 day workshop will help you to develop your understanding of the feelings associated with loss, dying and bereavement. There will be a chance to explore the meaning of loss, the needs of someone dying or experiencing loss and bereavement. You will also consider what needs a supporter might have.
Using this developed understanding, you will explore how you can apply this in your own supportive role.
Who is it for? - People who are interested in, or are currently involved in, supporting people affected by cancer through loss, dying and bereavement.
What will I get out of it? - A deeper understanding of the needs of the dying and the emotions around bereavement, through your own experiences of loss and bereavement.
Please be aware that all participants will be asked to think about their own experiences of loss and bereavement.
What is covered? - During the 2 days you will explore:
· The concept of loss and the different types of losses people experience
· Loss and change – a personal time line
· Cancer and loss
· Death as the elephant in the room
· Theories around Loss and bereavement
· The needs of the dying
· Bereavement rituals
· Dealing with difficult scenarios
· Looking after yourself
When is it and how long is it?
It is a 2 day workshop from 10am to 4pm
17th & 18th January 2018 in the Media Resource Centre, Oxford Road, Llandrindod Wells 10.00am – 4.00pm
Please book your places via Trent Self-Service or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827333
Do you support people affected by cancer through loss, dying and bereavement? - This free 2 day workshop will help you to develop your understanding of the feelings associated with loss, dying and bereavement. There will be a chance to explore the meaning of loss, the needs of someone dying or experiencing loss and bereavement. You will also consider what needs a supporter might have.
Using this developed understanding, you will explore how you can apply this in your own supportive role.
Who is it for? - People who are interested in, or are currently involved in, supporting people affected by cancer through loss, dying and bereavement.
What will I get out of it? - A deeper understanding of the needs of the dying and the emotions around bereavement, through your own experiences of loss and bereavement.
Please be aware that all participants will be asked to think about their own experiences of loss and bereavement.
What is covered? - During the 2 days you will explore:
· The concept of loss and the different types of losses people experience
· Loss and change – a personal time line
· Cancer and loss
· Death as the elephant in the room
· Theories around Loss and bereavement
· The needs of the dying
· Bereavement rituals
· Dealing with difficult scenarios
· Looking after yourself
When is it and how long is it?
It is a 2 day workshop from 10am to 4pm
Friday 1 December 2017
£3m for Llandrindod Wells War Memorial hospital redevelopment
Health Secretary, Vaughan Gething has announced further funding of £3m for Powys Teaching Health Board to undertake improvements to facilities at the War Memorial Hospital in Llandrindod Wells.
Locked Out - Young People's Access to Housing Seminar
Shelter Cymru
31st January 2018 - Tŷ Bron Afon, Cwmbran
31st January 2018 - Tŷ Bron Afon, Cwmbran
65s and over urged to get protected against flu
People aged 65 and over urged to get protected against flu
People aged 65 and over in Wales are being urged to get their free NHS flu vaccine. Vaccination is the best way to protect against this potentially serious illness.
Public Health Wales is reminding people aged 65 and over that they are more at risk of complications if they catch influenza (flu) than the general population. Flu can be a serious illness, leading to complications like pneumonia, and every year people in Wales end up in hospital or intensive care units with flu. What’s more, last year, more than half of all confirmed cases of influenza in hospitals in Wales were in people aged 65 and over.
Latest vaccine uptake data shows that many older people in Wales – just over half of those aged 65 and over - have already had their flu vaccine this year. But those who haven’t had the vaccine yet this winter remain at risk, and are encouraged to get vaccinated as soon as possible for the best protection.
Angharad Phillips of national charity Age Cymru urges people to listen to the experts, and added: “Influenza is still a very real health risk to us all, but especially for those of us who are older. This is why the NHS funds people aged 65 and older to have a flu vaccination every year.
“As we age our immune system becomes less efficient at protecting us and so we should take every precaution we can against a disease that often causes horrendous complications, and can prove fatal to older people, particularly those that have pre-existing health conditions.
“Flu vaccine is the best protection we currently have against flu, and those aged 65 or over should protect themselves with a free NHS flu vaccine.
“At Age Cymru we promote uptake of the free flu vaccine every year as part of our own winter health and resilience campaign. We ask that people ‘Spread The Warmth’ to older people and not the flu! Get protected and protect others at the same time.”
Most NHS flu vaccines are given in GP surgeries, but the vaccination is also widely available for adults in many community pharmacies across Wales.
Ann Williams from Llanfyllin, and Chair of Llanfyllin Medical Practice Patient Participation Group, has added her support to this year’s campaign:
"I have had my free annual flu vaccination and I would encourage everyone over 65 to do the same. As we get older our immune system may not work as well, which makes older people more at risk of serious illness if they get flu. Everyone aged 65 and over can have a free annual flu vaccination from their GP Practice and from participating pharmacies."
Former Welsh rugby star Phil Bennett echoes the professionals’ calls: “If you’re 65 or over like me, I would encourage you to have your flu vaccination as soon as possible. It’s very straightforward, takes a few minutes but lasts for months and gives you important protection from a potentially debilitating illness. Most GP surgeries hold regular flu clinics so it’s just a matter of checking when the clinics are and getting it done – it couldn’t be easier.”
The influenza virus is spread via droplets which are sprayed into the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Direct contact with contaminated hands or surfaces can also spread infection. The virus can spread rapidly, especially in closed communities such as hospitals, residential homes and schools.
Find out more by visiting www.beatflu.org or www.curwchffliw.org or finding Beat Flu or Curwch Ffliw on Twitter and Facebook.
People aged 65 and over in Wales are being urged to get their free NHS flu vaccine. Vaccination is the best way to protect against this potentially serious illness.
Public Health Wales is reminding people aged 65 and over that they are more at risk of complications if they catch influenza (flu) than the general population. Flu can be a serious illness, leading to complications like pneumonia, and every year people in Wales end up in hospital or intensive care units with flu. What’s more, last year, more than half of all confirmed cases of influenza in hospitals in Wales were in people aged 65 and over.
Latest vaccine uptake data shows that many older people in Wales – just over half of those aged 65 and over - have already had their flu vaccine this year. But those who haven’t had the vaccine yet this winter remain at risk, and are encouraged to get vaccinated as soon as possible for the best protection.
Angharad Phillips of national charity Age Cymru urges people to listen to the experts, and added: “Influenza is still a very real health risk to us all, but especially for those of us who are older. This is why the NHS funds people aged 65 and older to have a flu vaccination every year.
“As we age our immune system becomes less efficient at protecting us and so we should take every precaution we can against a disease that often causes horrendous complications, and can prove fatal to older people, particularly those that have pre-existing health conditions.
“Flu vaccine is the best protection we currently have against flu, and those aged 65 or over should protect themselves with a free NHS flu vaccine.
“At Age Cymru we promote uptake of the free flu vaccine every year as part of our own winter health and resilience campaign. We ask that people ‘Spread The Warmth’ to older people and not the flu! Get protected and protect others at the same time.”
Most NHS flu vaccines are given in GP surgeries, but the vaccination is also widely available for adults in many community pharmacies across Wales.
Ann Williams from Llanfyllin, and Chair of Llanfyllin Medical Practice Patient Participation Group, has added her support to this year’s campaign:
"I have had my free annual flu vaccination and I would encourage everyone over 65 to do the same. As we get older our immune system may not work as well, which makes older people more at risk of serious illness if they get flu. Everyone aged 65 and over can have a free annual flu vaccination from their GP Practice and from participating pharmacies."
Former Welsh rugby star Phil Bennett echoes the professionals’ calls: “If you’re 65 or over like me, I would encourage you to have your flu vaccination as soon as possible. It’s very straightforward, takes a few minutes but lasts for months and gives you important protection from a potentially debilitating illness. Most GP surgeries hold regular flu clinics so it’s just a matter of checking when the clinics are and getting it done – it couldn’t be easier.”
The influenza virus is spread via droplets which are sprayed into the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. Direct contact with contaminated hands or surfaces can also spread infection. The virus can spread rapidly, especially in closed communities such as hospitals, residential homes and schools.
Find out more by visiting www.beatflu.org or www.curwchffliw.org or finding Beat Flu or Curwch Ffliw on Twitter and Facebook.
Tackling Discrimination in Sport
Developing Robust Strategies to Increase Inclusivity, Accessibility & Equality
Central London - Wednesday 14th March 2018
Di Cunningham, Chair, Pride in Football
Central London - Wednesday 14th March 2018
Di Cunningham, Chair, Pride in Football
Building a Zero Tolerance Approach to Acid and Corrosive Substance Attacks
Working in Partnership to Prevent Crimes, Tackle Perpetrators and Support Victims
Grange Wellington Hotel, London
Thursday 22nd February 2018
Dr Simon Harding
Associate Professor
University of West London
Event Details Website Register to Attend
Grange Wellington Hotel, London
Thursday 22nd February 2018
Associate Professor
University of West London
Event Details Website Register to Attend
Beat Flu - Third Sector Grant Scheme
Please see below information we have received from PTHB regarding their Beat Flu, Third Sector Grant Scheme. Please feel free to circulate this information to any contacts you may have who might have an interest in this opportunity -
'Powys Teaching Health Board is offering small grants (up to £200) to third sector organisations to support them to promote flu vaccinations to their service users.
Do you think you can help promote the flu vaccine to your services users?
If your organisation supports people 65 or over or anyone with a long term medical condition then please get in touch. Call the Powys Public Health Team on 01874 712738 or email john.bradley@wales.nhs.uk'
'Powys Teaching Health Board is offering small grants (up to £200) to third sector organisations to support them to promote flu vaccinations to their service users.
Do you think you can help promote the flu vaccine to your services users?
If your organisation supports people 65 or over or anyone with a long term medical condition then please get in touch. Call the Powys Public Health Team on 01874 712738 or email john.bradley@wales.nhs.uk'
Newtown Depression Busting Course
Gofal’s Journeys are running a Depression Busting Course in Newtown, Powys in February in partnership with Hafal and Cyfle Cymru Peer Mentoring service.
The course will run over 2 days Monday 26th and Tuesday 27th February 10.00am - 4.00pm
The aim of the course is to enable people to manage depression. It gives the opportunity to develop strategies for self-management as a means of maintaining long term health and wellbeing. Places are available to anyone over 18.
Please feel free to advertise this course among your staff and clients.
Depression Busting will run at:
Kaleidoscope, Severn House, Severn Square, Newtown, Powys SY16 2AG
Monday 26th and Tuesday 27th February 10.00am - 4.00pm
To reserve a place and find out more please email paulina.tyslewicz@kaleidoscopeproject.org.uk at Cyfle Cymru or JourneysInfo@gofal.org.uk or JacquiR@gofal.org.uk at Journeys.
Or telephone: Paulina on 07574 019228 or Andrea or Jacqui on 02920 692891
The aim of the course is to enable people to manage depression. It gives the opportunity to develop strategies for self-management as a means of maintaining long term health and wellbeing. Places are available to anyone over 18.
Please feel free to advertise this course among your staff and clients.
Depression Busting will run at:
Kaleidoscope, Severn House, Severn Square, Newtown, Powys SY16 2AG
Monday 26th and Tuesday 27th February 10.00am - 4.00pm
To reserve a place and find out more please email paulina.tyslewicz@kaleidoscopeproject.org.uk at Cyfle Cymru or JourneysInfo@gofal.org.uk or JacquiR@gofal.org.uk at Journeys.
Or telephone: Paulina on 07574 019228 or Andrea or Jacqui on 02920 692891
Ponthafren Association Trustee Opportunity
Could you help shape the future of Ponthafren Association?
Ponthafren is currently looking for new Trustees. The roles are voluntary, but immensely rewarding in terms of impact on mental health services in North Powys.
Approximately 1 in 4 people in the UK will experience a mental health problem each year. Mental Health concerns everyone and, as such, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
To find out more about becoming a Trustee with Ponthafren Assocation, please download an information pack using the link below. If you would like to arrange an informal meeting with our director to discuss the role of Trustee, please call 01686 621586.
To apply please submit your CV and supporting statement by Friday 8th December 2017 5pm to admin@ponthafren.org.uk
http://www.ponthafren.org.uk/become-a-trustee
Ponthafren is currently looking for new Trustees. The roles are voluntary, but immensely rewarding in terms of impact on mental health services in North Powys.
Approximately 1 in 4 people in the UK will experience a mental health problem each year. Mental Health concerns everyone and, as such, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
To find out more about becoming a Trustee with Ponthafren Assocation, please download an information pack using the link below. If you would like to arrange an informal meeting with our director to discuss the role of Trustee, please call 01686 621586.
To apply please submit your CV and supporting statement by Friday 8th December 2017 5pm to admin@ponthafren.org.uk
http://www.ponthafren.org.uk/become-a-trustee
The Resilience Hub - Independent Director Volunteer Opportunity
Advocacy West Wales, Eiriol Mental Health Advocacy and Pembrokeshire People First are leading providers of advocacy in West Wales.
We are seeking to recruit an independent director (voluntary role) to work with our three organisations in the development of The Resilience Hub. The Hub is being established to develop, tender for and deliver advocacy and related services across Wales with a particular focus on the Mid and West Wales area.
The Resilience Hub will be a company limited by guarantee and a registered charity.
This a voluntary role for which expenses only will be remunerated.
If you possess:
The skills and/or experience of working in or with a third sector organisation and charity trustee board as an employee, volunteer or service-user,
A commitment to collaborative working for the purposes of building resilient communities,
And satisfy the requirements of the Company's Act and Charities Act in terms of director and trustee appointment.
Please call Natasha Fox, Chief Officer of AWW on 07975 672660 for a preliminary discussion about the role and responsibilities.
Interviews to be held in Haverfordwest on the 21st December 2017.
We are seeking to recruit an independent director (voluntary role) to work with our three organisations in the development of The Resilience Hub. The Hub is being established to develop, tender for and deliver advocacy and related services across Wales with a particular focus on the Mid and West Wales area.
The Resilience Hub will be a company limited by guarantee and a registered charity.
This a voluntary role for which expenses only will be remunerated.
If you possess:
The skills and/or experience of working in or with a third sector organisation and charity trustee board as an employee, volunteer or service-user,
A commitment to collaborative working for the purposes of building resilient communities,
And satisfy the requirements of the Company's Act and Charities Act in terms of director and trustee appointment.
Please call Natasha Fox, Chief Officer of AWW on 07975 672660 for a preliminary discussion about the role and responsibilities.
Interviews to be held in Haverfordwest on the 21st December 2017.
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