ASH WALES CONFERENCE 2014

TIPPING THE BALANCE: TACKLING HEALTH INEQUALITIES THROUGH TOBACCO CONTROL

Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama, Cardiff, 18th and 19th September 2014

www.ashwales.org.uk/ashwalesconference

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Consultation for Wales Access Initiative

Invitation - Arts Council Wales have appointed Creu Cymru, in partnership with Diverse Cymru to deliver a new access initiative across the theatre and arts centre sector in Wales. After a period of research undertaken in 2013 into the viability of such a project, this initiative is ACW’s response to the recommendations that were made.

The scheme has been advertised as a national disabled visitors’ card scheme. In fact, it’s much broader than that. The aim is for a national, centrally administrated card scheme with a clear arbitration process managed by Diverse Cymru that is complemented by an extensive programme of bespoke training for theatres and arts centres as well as a public-facing information website.

They want to work with theatres and arts centres and communities across Wales affected by the scheme to develop the proposal for the initiative further. 

Tuesday 1 July, 11.30am-2.30pm: Theatr Hafren, Newtown

If you would like to find out more about the scheme and be involved in the development of this new initiative please book a place at the above event by contacting: Yvonne O'Donovan, Administrator, Creu Cymru      yvonne@creucymru.com      01970 822222

Care & Repair Powys supplying and fitting key safe

You may already be aware that the Bobby Van scheme has now ended.

For clients in private owned or rented homes Care & Repair Powys can supply key safes (cost of £20.79) and for those not on means tested benefits there would also be a min charge of £12.50 labour to fit it. They will also fit key safes purchased by clients previously.

Care & Repair Powys Contact

Screening for Life

Screening for Life is an annual campaign run throughout July by Public Health Wales, Screening Division. The aim of the campaign is to raise awareness of the national screening programmes in Wales.
· Breast Screening
· Cervical Screening
· Bowel Screening
· Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening

Activities and events will be taking place in local communities across Wales. To find out what events are taking place, ‘like’ their screeningforlife Facebook page or visit their website: www.screening.wales.nhs.uk

If you require campaign leaflets and posters or further information on any of the above programmes or would like a talk or presentation please contact the Screening Engagement Team, Public Health Wales on Tel : 029 2078 7829 Email : Julie.roche@wales.nhs.uk

Prostate Cancer Update for Health Care Professionals in Powys

Speakers to include: Mr Anil Jha, Consultant Urologist,
Sam Clements, Clinical Nurse Specialist with Prostate Cancer UK
And, Liwsi Protheroe-Davies, Genetic Counsellor
Monday, 14th July 13.00pm – 16.30pm The Bracken Trust - Cancer Support Centre
Cefnllys Lane, Llandrindod Wells
For further information & to book a placeplease contactHelen Davies or Vicky Jones
01597 823646 or emailcic.bracken.trust@btopenworld.com
This update is FREE and a certificate of attendance will be provided.

Care & Repair Could you be the next Chair or Board Member?

Care & Repair are looking for committed individuals to help improve their services and develop their business. They are keen to encourage applicants who have an interest in services to their client group. They are particularly interested in people who have experience of using their services and/or have experience in the financial, banking, legal, medical or business sectors.For more information click here.

FREE Employment Seminar for PAVO Members

You are invited to a FREE employment seminar on the 10th July presented by employment experts Justine Watkinson and Rachel Hughes from Hillyer McKeown Employment Solicitors. Normally costing £25 (+VAT), this event is free to PAVO members.

Topics Covered Include:

Effective management of sickness absence
Managing disciplinaries
Zero hours contracts vs fixed term contracts
The rights of volunteer workers
Changes to flexible working
Employment Q&A

Book Free online: employment-lawuk.co.uk/events or Phone: 0845 366 4416  
Places are limited so Book Early!

More information: Date: 10 July 2014 Where: PAVO Offices Llandrindod Wells Cost: FREE to PAVO Members (Normally £25 + VAT)              Employment-LawUK.co.uk/Events

Breathe Easy week – highlighting breathlessness and early diagnosis

16th - 22nd June is Breathe Easy week.

Breathe Easy groups across Wales will be out and about raising awareness of breathlessness and the importance of early diagnosis; which is the theme of this year’s Breathe Easy week.

Breathlessness is so often overlooked and put down to ageing. But recognition of it as a symptom of lung disease is crucial for early diagnosis and improving outcomes. If we’re going to change perceptions of breathlessness , and help the NHS deliver on the objectives of Wales’ national plan for respiratory services, then we must do more to raise awareness.

There are 124,000 people in Wales unaware why they are breathless, and unaware that they have COPD. Please help us to share with them information on breathlessness

Click here to find out about your local Breathe Easy group.

It's The Inside that Matters

It's The Inside that Matters. The hard copy is available in all Powys libraries and 500 copies have been distributed across Powys but now we are delighted to announce the launch of this beautiful book, produced as part of the Powys DIY Futures Stories Project, as an e-book. You can access it here.

Stop it Now! Wales

Stop it Now! Wales is a child sexual abuse prevention programme funded by the Welsh Government and the Lucy Faithfull Foundation. They work to protect children and young people from sexual abuse by working with parents and carers and multi-agency professionals as well as members of the public through awareness raising and education.

They also offer a confidential helpline to any adult with a concern about child sexual abuse on 0808 1000 900.  Their services and resources are relevant to parents, carers, professionals, childcare workers, volunteers, school staff; in fact anyone who has contact with children or families in their personal or professional life.

They offer a range of services and resources which include a wide variety of Sessions and Courses, some of which are free of charge. Information about our services is available via this link;
http://www.stopitnow.org.uk/files/Stop%20it%20Now!%20Wales%20English.pdf

Health Inspectorate Wales - an opportunity for involvement

Please find below information regarding an opportunity for people to be recruited to a new National Advisory Board for Health Inspectorate Wales. As you will see from the information this board will be made up of 50% patients, service users, families, carers and voluntary sector (staff and volunteers). Please apply directly to HIW as indicated on the application form. Participation Cymru is acting in an advisory capacity for this recruitment and they would also be happy to offer any advice or guidance you might have. Please send application forms to HIW by 30 June.
For more information click here

Free Income Maximisation

Training from Turn2us in Aberystwyth
Thursday 10 July 2014 - 09.30 till 12.30 or 1.00 pm till 4.00 pm
Penparcau Community Education Centre, Aberystwyth, SY23 1SH

Turn2us helps anyone in financial need to access the money available to them through welfare benefits, charitable grants and other financial help, using their website at www.turn2us.org.uk or their freephone telephone helpline.

For more information click here           Workshop outline

PtHB South Locality Annual Report 2013-14

Locality General Manager Andy Evans says: "The role of the Locality is to understand the health needs of the local population and to plan and procure services, from a range of providers, to meet these needs within available resources.

2013/14 has been a challenging year as we have sought, within a tough financial climate, to review our current service provision and to make changes that both improve the integration of care and move safe and effective care as close to home as possible.

This report provides an overview of our success in this task and reflects the commitment, professionalism and enthusiasm of a great many people both within the Health Board and outside. My thanks go to them as in truth we can only be as good as our people and we are indeed lucky that we have some fantastic people working with and for the South Powys Locality."

PtHB South Locality Annual Report 2013-14

2nd Powys Play Conference: Managing Risk 25th June

You are invited to attend the 2014 Play Conference
Wednesday 25th June 2014 10am – 2pm. Managing Risk – Playing More
The theme of the event will be based around the benefits/risks of play and overcoming barriers.
For more information visit:  http://pavochildrenfamiliesnetwork.blogspot.co.uk/2014/06/2nd-powys-play-conference-managing-risk.html

PAVO response to the Mid Wales Healthcare Study

Please see below PAVO's response to the Mid Wales Healthcare study.  Thanks to all who provided information in support of this.

Mid Wales Healthcare Study - PAVO response

Appendix 7 - Broker May 2014

SWALEC Stadium becomes smokefree // Wales' first e-cig summit //

http://us5.campaign-archive2.com/?u=dc40c73deed6b814c75c7f4ea&id=8fd557a374&e=9644b93e15

Melanie Davies appointed as Vice Chair to Health Board

Powys teaching Health Board is pleased to announce that Melanie Davies has been appointed as the Vice-Chair of the Board for Powys teaching Health Board by the Welsh Government Minister for Health and Social Services.

Melanie is also the County Councillor for Llangors and brings with her over a decade of experience on the Council.

Melanie said “I am looking forward to taking on the role and exploring how we can develop our relationships with the other organisations that provide services for the people of Powys. It is important to me that we provide the best care possible in the community and that people have access to excellent primary care her in Powys.”

Chair of the Board, Mel Evans, said “I am very pleased to be able to announce this appointment. I know that Melanie will bring her extensive experience to benefit the Health Board”

Melanie will sit as Vice-Chair for three years. An announcement on the appointment of a new Chair is expected shortly to take over when Mel Evans steps down this Autumn.

Secondment Opportunity to Welsh Government Third Sector Unit

Please see attached a link to a Secondment opportunity within the Third Sector Unit of the Welsh Government.
https://atsv7.wcn.co.uk/search_engine/jobs.cgi?SID=amNvZGU9MTQyMDAzOCZ2dF90ZW1wbGF0ZT0xMTMxJm93bmVyPTUwMjMzNjgmb3duZXJ0eXBlPWZhaXImYnJhbmRfaWQ9MCZyZXFzaWc9MTQwMTc5NTgzOC01MTAyYzgyZDY1MTJkNzIwN2FhN2U5MmIzNGMwZWNhZmRkZTc5ZDhi

Could You Make a Difference to Health Services for People in Powys?

PAVO is looking for people to become part of the Community Health Council teams in Brecknock & Radnor and Montgomeryshire.

Ideally you should be:
A member of a community organisation (user volunteer, staff or trustee)
Have time to spare
Willingness to travel
Interest in Health Policy

If this is for you - please contact lisa.banfield@pavo.org.uk 01597 822191 for application form or
Trish Buchan at PAVO to discuss further on 01597 822191

Expenses are provided                     Deadline for applications 27 June 2014