Clinics will be running from November in Builth, Brecon, Newtown, Welshpool and Llansantffraid. Age Cymru Powys has secured funding until March 2015 to run this service.
To book an appointment, please contact Yvonne Bufton on 01982 553852
Thursday, 27 November 2014
Age Cymru Powys Simply Nails - Toe Nail Cutting Service returns!
Keeping mobile is really important and cutting your toenails can be hard to manage. Age Cymru Powys offer an affordable toenail cutting service called Simply Nails for people aged 60+. All the volunteers are trained by the Powys teaching Health Board’s Podiatry Service. A charge is made for this service.
Clinics will be running from November in Builth, Brecon, Newtown, Welshpool and Llansantffraid. Age Cymru Powys has secured funding until March 2015 to run this service.
To book an appointment, please contact Yvonne Bufton on 01982 553852
Clinics will be running from November in Builth, Brecon, Newtown, Welshpool and Llansantffraid. Age Cymru Powys has secured funding until March 2015 to run this service.
To book an appointment, please contact Yvonne Bufton on 01982 553852
Wednesday, 26 November 2014
Surviving winter grant - community and voluntary groups
http://www.cfiw.org.uk/eng/grants/39-surviving-winter-
Voluntary and community groups are eligible to apply so although it might not be directly relevant to all, some voluntary/community groups may be interested, details below, deadline unkown:
Groups are invited to apply for grants of up to £1,000 to support the cost of:
· items essential to alleviating the suffering of food and fuel poverty (e.g. food parcels, blankets, hot water bottles, thermals)
· activities to alleviate the suffering of food and fuel poverty (e.g. soup kitchens, community luncheon club
Nest can also offer support with some bids (ie raising awareness of Nest through any project work to ensure people not only get food parcels, blankets, hot water bottles etc but also Nest information which could support individuals over the long term, helping with sustainability of the grant…) http://nestwales.org.uk/
Voluntary and community groups are eligible to apply so although it might not be directly relevant to all, some voluntary/community groups may be interested, details below, deadline unkown:
Groups are invited to apply for grants of up to £1,000 to support the cost of:
· items essential to alleviating the suffering of food and fuel poverty (e.g. food parcels, blankets, hot water bottles, thermals)
· activities to alleviate the suffering of food and fuel poverty (e.g. soup kitchens, community luncheon club
Nest can also offer support with some bids (ie raising awareness of Nest through any project work to ensure people not only get food parcels, blankets, hot water bottles etc but also Nest information which could support individuals over the long term, helping with sustainability of the grant…) http://nestwales.org.uk/
Community Health Councils Consultation on Proposed Changes
Community Health Councils
Start of consultation: 10/11/2014 End of consultation: 09/01/2015
PAVO has put together a summary of the points that are of interest to the 3rd sector and will be providing a PAVO response.
To send your own response to the CHC please follow this link
http://wales.gov.uk/consultations/healthsocialcare/community-health-councils/?lang=en
- Provide help and advice if you have problems with or complaints about NHS service
- ensure that your views and needs influence the policies and plans put in place by health providers in your area
- monitor the quality of NHS services from your point of view
- give you information about access to the NHS
Start of consultation: 10/11/2014 End of consultation: 09/01/2015
PAVO has put together a summary of the points that are of interest to the 3rd sector and will be providing a PAVO response.
To send your own response to the CHC please follow this link
http://wales.gov.uk/consultations/healthsocialcare/community-health-councils/?lang=en
Tuesday, 25 November 2014
Leaflets available from Health Challenge Wales
For full list of leaflets please follow the below link. All items are free of charge and delivered within 5 working days. Tel: 0845 606 4050 Email: hplibrary@wales.nhs.uk
Monday, 24 November 2014
Add To Your Life - the Health and Wellbeing Check for Over 50s
Add to Your Life summary update #38, dated 20th November 2014, is here
Please do not hesitate to pass this update on to colleagues or get in touch should you have any queries or wish to arrange to meet.
Please do not hesitate to pass this update on to colleagues or get in touch should you have any queries or wish to arrange to meet.
Please take a look at Page 2 of the Update which shows some local Add to Your Life promotional materials.
Also, if you have not yet requested a copy of the full luanch version content (questions and feedback to users) and would like to have it as a reference document, please contact margie.fielden@wales.nhs.uk
The next edition of this summary update is due 18th December 2014.
Also, if you have not yet requested a copy of the full luanch version content (questions and feedback to users) and would like to have it as a reference document, please contact margie.fielden@wales.nhs.uk
The next edition of this summary update is due 18th December 2014.
Thursday, 20 November 2014
Independent Living Fund – future arrangements to support recipients in Wales
The UK Government is to close the Independent Living Fund (on 30 June 2015. Responsibility and funding for meeting the needs of those in Wales who receive support from the ILF will then transfer to the Welsh Government.
The Welsh Government is seeking views on what future arrangement there should be to support those who receive payments from the Independent Living Fund (ILF) after it closes on 30 June 2015.
Please follow this link to respond Independent Living Fund – future arrangements to support recipients in Wales
The Welsh Government is seeking views on what future arrangement there should be to support those who receive payments from the Independent Living Fund (ILF) after it closes on 30 June 2015.
Please follow this link to respond Independent Living Fund – future arrangements to support recipients in Wales
INVITATION from All Wales Forum Independent Living Fund Consultation discussion meetings.
All Wales Forum is hosting 2 discussion group meetings on the consultation document about the replacement of the ILF within Wales.
This is an opportunity for parents and carers to discuss their response to the consultation document. It is an opportunity to share your concerns about the changes and the proposed solutions.
10-1pm 9th December 2014
Catrefi Offices, Unit 27, Ddole Road Enterprise Park, Llandrindod Wells LD1 6DF
10-1 16th December
Catrefi Offices, Unit 27, Ddole Road Enterprise Park, Llandrindod Wells LD1 6DF
These meetings are open forums for ALL interested parties not solely for those with learning disabilities. It is important that your views and concerns are taken forward to the Welsh Government before a decision is made on the future of the replacement of the ILF. The consultation exercise closes on 23 December 2014.
Consultation documents and response sheets will be available at the meetings.
This is an opportunity for parents and carers to discuss their response to the consultation document. It is an opportunity to share your concerns about the changes and the proposed solutions.
10-1pm 9th December 2014
Catrefi Offices, Unit 27, Ddole Road Enterprise Park, Llandrindod Wells LD1 6DF
10-1 16th December
Catrefi Offices, Unit 27, Ddole Road Enterprise Park, Llandrindod Wells LD1 6DF
These meetings are open forums for ALL interested parties not solely for those with learning disabilities. It is important that your views and concerns are taken forward to the Welsh Government before a decision is made on the future of the replacement of the ILF. The consultation exercise closes on 23 December 2014.
Consultation documents and response sheets will be available at the meetings.
Have your say on cross-border healthcare in England and Wales
The Welsh Affairs Committee is holding an inquiry focusing on cross-border arrangements between the English and Welsh healthcare systems. The Committee wants to hear first-hand from Welsh residents and English residents who rely on services on the other side of the border and would also like to hear the views of medical professionals and social care practitioners.
You have the opportunity to shape and inform the inquiry by sharing your views via an online web forum. Click on the link below to access the web forum and have your say:
· Cross-border health-care between England and Wales web forum
The closing date for submissions is Monday 1 December 2014.
Further information about the inquiry and the work of the Welsh Affairs Committee is on Parliament’s website:
· Cross-border health arrangements between England and Wales
Please do forward information about this web forum to any contacts, colleagues or friends who you think may be interested in contributing to this inquiry.
You have the opportunity to shape and inform the inquiry by sharing your views via an online web forum. Click on the link below to access the web forum and have your say:
· Cross-border health-care between England and Wales web forum
The closing date for submissions is Monday 1 December 2014.
Further information about the inquiry and the work of the Welsh Affairs Committee is on Parliament’s website:
· Cross-border health arrangements between England and Wales
Please do forward information about this web forum to any contacts, colleagues or friends who you think may be interested in contributing to this inquiry.
Care and Repair Trustees wanted
Care and Repair Seeking Support - Could you help make a difference to the home safety and wellbeing of older people? Care and Repair in Powys are seeking a new voluntary Board Member to join the agency which is committed to improving the homes of people aged 60 or over across the county.
Care and Repair in Powys gives advice, support and assistance to older and disabled people to help them adapt or maintain their homes to keep safe, warm and secure.
Director, Karen Kelly, explained, "We are currently seeking one more independent member to help us improve our services and develop our business. We are keen to encourage applicants who have an interest in services to our client group and are particularly interested in people with experience in governing the voluntary sector".
Members are asked to attend six daytime board meetings per year in Llandrindod Wells. The positions are unpaid but reasonable expenses will be met.
If you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity, please contact Karen Kelly at Care and Repair in Powys for an informal chat or an application pack by telephone on 01597 825754 or email: kkelly@crpowys.co.uk. Applications close on 28th November 2014.
Care and Repair in Powys gives advice, support and assistance to older and disabled people to help them adapt or maintain their homes to keep safe, warm and secure.
Director, Karen Kelly, explained, "We are currently seeking one more independent member to help us improve our services and develop our business. We are keen to encourage applicants who have an interest in services to our client group and are particularly interested in people with experience in governing the voluntary sector".
Members are asked to attend six daytime board meetings per year in Llandrindod Wells. The positions are unpaid but reasonable expenses will be met.
If you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity, please contact Karen Kelly at Care and Repair in Powys for an informal chat or an application pack by telephone on 01597 825754 or email: kkelly@crpowys.co.uk. Applications close on 28th November 2014.
Communities 2.0 Free Event
Communities 2.0 are running a FREE event to show you some of the FREE, and low cost tools that can help your group make managing everyday tasks a breeze:
Communicating and Sharing Information, Organising and Running Events, Developing your Online Presence, Holding Online meetings and Consulting with your members
Mae "Communities 2.0" yn rhedeg cwrs AM DDIM i ddangos rhai o'r teclynau rhad fedr helpu wneud ein tasgiau dyddiol yn llawer haws.
Cyfathrebu a rhannu gwybodaeth, Trefnu a rhedeg gweithgareddau, Datblygu eich presenoldeb ar-lein, Cynnal cyfarfodydd ar-lein and Ymgynghori gyda'ch aelodau.
Bookings can be made online at https://pavo-tech-dec.
Tuesday, 18 November 2014
Moving Towards World Class?: A Review of Community Health Councils in Wales
The Community Health Councils(CHCs) are seeking views on amendments to current regulations and Establishment Order.
This is a result of recommendations made by Professor Marcus Longley in his 2012 report Moving Towards World Class?: A Review of Community Health Councils in Wales. Some of the proposed changes also reflect recommendations on the functions of CHCs made in other reports received during 2014.
Of particular interest to the 3rd sector are proposed amendments to the CHC Board's ability to set standards
Performance management of CHCs and members
and creation of a single CHC for Powys
The documents can be found at the attached link.
http://wales.gov.uk/consultations/healthsocialcare/community-health-councils/?lang=en
Please respond by: 09/01/2015
This is a result of recommendations made by Professor Marcus Longley in his 2012 report Moving Towards World Class?: A Review of Community Health Councils in Wales. Some of the proposed changes also reflect recommendations on the functions of CHCs made in other reports received during 2014.
Of particular interest to the 3rd sector are proposed amendments to the CHC Board's ability to set standards
Performance management of CHCs and members
and creation of a single CHC for Powys
The documents can be found at the attached link.
http://wales.gov.uk/consultations/healthsocialcare/community-health-councils/?lang=en
Please respond by: 09/01/2015
Monday, 17 November 2014
Discover how Cymraeg (Welsh) can benefit your business
Go along and listen to the experience of a range of business people and why they use Welsh, and discover how Cymraeg(Welsh) can benefit your business: it's easy to incorporate a little Welsh in your business. 2 languages don't cost double - using Welsh could bring advantages to your business
6pm to 8pm, Tuesday 25 November 2014, Llety Parc hotel, Ffordd Parc y Llyn, Llanbadarn, Aberystwyth SY23 3TL
6pm to 8pm, Wednesday 26 November 2014, Sosban, The Pumphouse, North Dock, Llanelli SA15 2LF
6pm to 8pm, Tuesday 2 December 2014, Celtic Royal Hotel, Bangor Road, Caernarfon LL55 1AY
To register online, visit the Business Wales Events Finder, or alternatively email jade.thomas-rowlands@cymru.gsi.gov.uk (029 2082 6587 or 07950 373997).
6pm to 8pm, Tuesday 25 November 2014, Llety Parc hotel, Ffordd Parc y Llyn, Llanbadarn, Aberystwyth SY23 3TL
6pm to 8pm, Wednesday 26 November 2014, Sosban, The Pumphouse, North Dock, Llanelli SA15 2LF
6pm to 8pm, Tuesday 2 December 2014, Celtic Royal Hotel, Bangor Road, Caernarfon LL55 1AY
To register online, visit the Business Wales Events Finder, or alternatively email jade.thomas-rowlands@cymru.gsi.gov.uk (029 2082 6587 or 07950 373997).
Do you need some funding support?
Have you got an issue around governance? Would you like to discuss potential project ideas? Would your organisation like a health check?
Thursday 20th November 2014 Machynlleth 10am – 2pm
To make an appointment please contact PAVO on 01597 822191 to book a place.
Thursday 20th November 2014 Machynlleth 10am – 2pm
To make an appointment please contact PAVO on 01597 822191 to book a place.
Friday, 14 November 2014
DIARY DATE - HSCN meeting 25th March 2015 10am-1pm
At the recent HSCN event on 7th October 2014 the attending 3rd sector organisations requested that regular meetings be held to so that 3rd sector organisations can meet, share information and discuss issues.
A meeting has been arranged for 25th March 2015 10am-1pm at PAVO 30 Ddole Road Llandrindod Wells LD1 6DF
If you would like to attend please register online by clicking here
If you have any items that you would like to put on the agenda please contact Hannah Isaacson HSCN facilitator hannah.isaacson@pavo.org.uk
The summary of the 7 October HSCN event can be viewed here.
A meeting has been arranged for 25th March 2015 10am-1pm at PAVO 30 Ddole Road Llandrindod Wells LD1 6DF
If you would like to attend please register online by clicking here
If you have any items that you would like to put on the agenda please contact Hannah Isaacson HSCN facilitator hannah.isaacson@pavo.org.uk
The summary of the 7 October HSCN event can be viewed here.
Training - Shared Power in Planning and Reviewing Services
PAVO is committed to supporting and improving 3rd sector representation. As part of this work we are offering training in: Shared Power in Planning and Reviewing Services
Target audience: Third Sector Organisations and PAVO Staff working with 3rd sector representatives
Date: Thursday 29th of January 2015 Time: 10am – 4pm (lunch not provided)
Cost: Free – but please see cancellation charge on booking form.
Venue: PAVO, Llandrindod Wells Trainer: Mandy Williams, Participation Cymru
Aim of the day: To train trainers to build confidence, knowledge and skills for 3rd sector representatives to effectively participate in the planning and reviewing of services with public bodies.
To book please complete the online booking form
Target audience: Third Sector Organisations and PAVO Staff working with 3rd sector representatives
Date: Thursday 29th of January 2015 Time: 10am – 4pm (lunch not provided)
Cost: Free – but please see cancellation charge on booking form.
Venue: PAVO, Llandrindod Wells Trainer: Mandy Williams, Participation Cymru
Aim of the day: To train trainers to build confidence, knowledge and skills for 3rd sector representatives to effectively participate in the planning and reviewing of services with public bodies.
To book please complete the online booking form
House visibility for The Welsh Ambulance service
The Welsh Ambulance service is encouraging people to make sure their house name and number is clearly visible from the roadside.
So make sure your house name or number from the road side day and night is visible. This is
especially important in rural areas during the dark winter months.
So to help The Welsh Ambulance service get to you as quickly as possible follow these simple steps:
• If it’s dark - put a light on
• Unlock the front door and lock away any pets
• If possible, send an adult to the road to get the attention of and direct emergency services
Remember, only do these things if it is safe to do so.
So make sure your house name or number from the road side day and night is visible. This is
especially important in rural areas during the dark winter months.
So to help The Welsh Ambulance service get to you as quickly as possible follow these simple steps:
• If it’s dark - put a light on
• Unlock the front door and lock away any pets
• If possible, send an adult to the road to get the attention of and direct emergency services
Remember, only do these things if it is safe to do so.
Your views wanted - All Wales Public Health Network
In the past 12 months, important health improvement activity has passed from Welsh Government to Public Health Wales and a major review of health improvement programmes in Wales has identified the need for new ways of working.
In this survey, Physical Activity and Nutrition Networks want your views on what you want from the forthcoming All Wales Public Health Network development.
They want to hear your views on the development of the new network, and invite you to share any ideas you may have for its continuing development.
The survey will take approximately 5 minutes to complete. To start the survey, please click here.
In this survey, Physical Activity and Nutrition Networks want your views on what you want from the forthcoming All Wales Public Health Network development.
They want to hear your views on the development of the new network, and invite you to share any ideas you may have for its continuing development.
The survey will take approximately 5 minutes to complete. To start the survey, please click here.
Have a Word E-Postcard-November
Alcohol Awareness Week is approaching (17-23rd November 2014) and so Public Health Wales would like to keep you up to date with items and news
Alcohol Awareness Week Toolkits (English and Welsh)
Their Blog
The report A Profile of Alcohol and Health in Wales has been updated
Alcohol Awareness Week Toolkits (English and Welsh)
Their Blog
The report A Profile of Alcohol and Health in Wales has been updated
Hate Crime Training and Briefing - 28 Jan
Two Free Sessions in January at PAVO offices Ddole Road
Wednesday the 28th of January 2015 with a choice of 10.00 to 12.00 or 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.
Organised in partnership by PAVO and the Regional Community Cohesion Officer.
Here is the link to book, Hate Crime Training booking form
Wednesday the 28th of January 2015 with a choice of 10.00 to 12.00 or 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.
Organised in partnership by PAVO and the Regional Community Cohesion Officer.
Here is the link to book, Hate Crime Training booking form
UN International Day of Disabled People 2014 - 3 Dec
‘Disabled Peoples' Manifesto’ on Wednesday 3rd December 12:30 – 16:00
At the Pierhead, Cardiff Bay
Event sponsor: Mark Isherwood AM
Join Disability Wales to help shape a ‘Disabled People’s Manifesto’ - As well as the national event on 3rd December a series of local events across Wales will be held during the early part of 2015 with disabled people and their organisations.
To book contact: T: 029 2088 7325 F: 029 2088 8702 kelly.stuart@disabilitywales.org
At the Pierhead, Cardiff Bay
Event sponsor: Mark Isherwood AM
Join Disability Wales to help shape a ‘Disabled People’s Manifesto’ - As well as the national event on 3rd December a series of local events across Wales will be held during the early part of 2015 with disabled people and their organisations.
To book contact: T: 029 2088 7325 F: 029 2088 8702 kelly.stuart@disabilitywales.org
Powys Mental Health Alliance Open Day - 26 Nov
26 November 2014 10.30am-4pm at Royal British Legion Hall, Tremont Road, Llandrindod Wells LD1 5ED
More details, including information about speakers for the day, available on this link
PMHA are now providing travel from Welshpool, Newtown and Brecon for their AGM and Open Day on 26th November.
Please book your place asap.
More details, including information about speakers for the day, available on this link
PMHA are now providing travel from Welshpool, Newtown and Brecon for their AGM and Open Day on 26th November.
Please book your place asap.
Citizens Advice Bureau AGM
CAB Trustee Board invites you to:
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING on Tuesday 2nd December 2014 at 2.00pm at
Elephant & Castle, Newtown - “Volunteering: It’s Value to Society”
Guest Speaker: Sarah Wilson, Trustee - Light refreshments served - All welcome
Tel: 01686 628963 or email powyscab.manager@btconnect.com
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING on Tuesday 2nd December 2014 at 2.00pm at
Elephant & Castle, Newtown - “Volunteering: It’s Value to Society”
Guest Speaker: Sarah Wilson, Trustee - Light refreshments served - All welcome
Tel: 01686 628963 or email powyscab.manager@btconnect.com
Welsh Ambulance Service News
Please see below this month’s edition of Info Burst
Welsh Ambulance Service News
Welsh Ambulance Service News
Tuesday, 11 November 2014
IPIE : Improving patient involvement and experience
IPIE received reports from a range of agencies and its health staff and reports to the Quality and Safety Committee.
PAVO attends representing the 3rd sector, raising issues on their behalf and providing feed back via this blog.
Monday, 3 November 2014
Bowel Screening Wales Carers Booklet
The Bowel Screening Wales Carers booklet
is now available as a hardcopy version. If you would like to receive a
hardcopy version of the booklet please email emma.lippiatt@wales.nhs.uk
Please note, the Carers and Home Care
Agency booklets are still available to download electronically from the
Bowel Screening Wales website http://www.bowelscreening.
They would be grateful for any feedback from organisation and Carers in regards to how they could improve the booklet further.
Video - Powys Patient Advocating the Flu Vaccine
Please find below a link to a video
of a Powys patient advocating the Flu vaccine.
Your support
in disseminating this amongst your networks would be appreciated. There are also some messages about
the importance of staff flu, so it would be good to share via Flu Link Workers.
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