Led by Sarah Harman
Do you have memory problems?
Do you live with or care for someone with memory problems?
Would you like to sing new and old songs with other people in a similar position?
No experience necessary. Everyone can sing! Refreshments provided
The singing sessions are totally inclusive. Sarah, a voice practitioner, is skilled at enabling people to participate whatever their previous experience and their current needs
From 8 June, every Monday 10.30am – 12pm The Muse, the Old Museum, Brecon
Thursday, 28 May 2015
DIABETES WEEK (14th – 20th June 2015)
Drop by for Free testing on Wednesday 17th June 2015
between 11am – 3pm (2 hours before or after food) at Bronllys Day Hospital
Provided by the ‘Keep Well’ Day Hospital Team
between 11am – 3pm (2 hours before or after food) at Bronllys Day Hospital
Provided by the ‘Keep Well’ Day Hospital Team
Friday, 22 May 2015
KINDA - Knighton Initiative for Dementia Awareness coffee morning
KINDA Knighton Initiative for Dementia Awareness, aiming to make Knighton and District one of the dementia friendly towns, will be holding a coffee monring on Tuesday May 26 from 10.30am to 12.30pm and an infomration session o the subject of dementia at 2pm to 3pm on the same day at the Tower House Gallery, Knighton.
Knighton Saturday Club Coffee Morning in Aid of Carers Week
Crossroads Care Mid & West Wales invites you to a coffee morning held in the Knighton Day Centre on Wednesday 10th June 2015 at 10.00pm to 12 noon.
There will be plenty of relaxation time for carer’s and qualified staff to answer any questions you might have.
12 Y Bwythyn, Knighton, Powys LD7 1DG telephone: 01874 610346
There will be plenty of relaxation time for carer’s and qualified staff to answer any questions you might have.
12 Y Bwythyn, Knighton, Powys LD7 1DG telephone: 01874 610346
eLearning - QCF Level 2 Award in Stroke Awareness
Want to know more about stroke?
This training is open to all health and social care professionals. Cost £90
For more information contact 01527 903911 or visit their website: https://www.stroke.org.uk/professionals/stroke-training/online-and-distance-learning
This training is open to all health and social care professionals. Cost £90
For more information contact 01527 903911 or visit their website: https://www.stroke.org.uk/professionals/stroke-training/online-and-distance-learning
Scrutiny of the Care and Support (Eligibility) (Wales) Regulations 2015
Eligibility - The Health and Social Care Committee has agreed to undertake scrutiny of the Care and Support (Eligibility) (Wales) Regulations 2015 , which will be made under the Social Services and Well-being Act 2014. The draft Regulations were published by the Welsh Government on 8 May, and there will be a 60 day scrutiny period before a resolution for their approval can be considered by the Assembly. During this period, the Committee would like to hear the views of those with an interest on the draft Regulations.
The draft Regulations should be considered alongside the Code of Practice on the exercise of social services functions in relation to part 4 (Meeting needs) of the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014.
The Committee would be grateful for your views on:
whether the draft Regulations and Code of Practice as drafted:
will achieve the desired aims of the Act;
are appropriate to ensure the right access to care and support for people who require it in Wales;
sufficiently address any concerns previously raised;
whether there are likely to be any barriers to the implementation of the provisions; and the likely consequences of the draft Regulations and Code of Practice for current and future service users and carers.
To respond and view the consultation documents click here http://senedd.assembly.wales/mgConsultationdisplay.aspx?Id=177
The draft Regulations should be considered alongside the Code of Practice on the exercise of social services functions in relation to part 4 (Meeting needs) of the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014.
The Committee would be grateful for your views on:
whether the draft Regulations and Code of Practice as drafted:
will achieve the desired aims of the Act;
are appropriate to ensure the right access to care and support for people who require it in Wales;
sufficiently address any concerns previously raised;
whether there are likely to be any barriers to the implementation of the provisions; and the likely consequences of the draft Regulations and Code of Practice for current and future service users and carers.
To respond and view the consultation documents click here http://senedd.assembly.wales/mgConsultationdisplay.aspx?Id=177
Tuesday, 19 May 2015
Powys Carers Service May Newsletter
Here is the latest copy of Powys Carers Service newsletter.
Also a reminder that Carers Week 2015 is celebrated from 8- 14th June.
Dementia Awareness Week - Powys Mental Health blog
Visit Powys Mental Health Blog for an update on Dementia Week 2015
http://powysmentalhealth.blogspot.co.uk/2015/05/dementia-awareness-week-2015.html
http://powysmentalhealth.blogspot.co.uk/2015/05/dementia-awareness-week-2015.html
How Wales works - devolution in practice
23 June 2015 in Rhyl
Devolution is an important aspect of governance in the UK and in Wales and it affects the life of all citizens. But what does it entail?Do you sometimes struggle with the subject of devolution? Well, you're certainly not alone
What does devolution mean?
Why was devolution put in place and why is it changing constantly?
How does devolution work?
Have your questions about devolution answered.
The aim of this half day training course is to cast light on devolution and to introduce you to the world of the devolved Government in Wales to understand how decisions are made for Wales and in Wales
To view full course information, including prices and places available, please click course date or contact our Helpdesk 0800 2888 329 or training@wcva.org.uk Book a Place
Monday, 18 May 2015
Learning Disability Awareness - Free places offered
30th June 2015 in The Gwalia, Llandrindod Wells 9.30am – 4.30pm
Aim: This course will help participants to understand a values-based approach which embraces the four key principles of rights, independence, choice and inclusion to ensure that people with learning disabilities are supported to live as valued members of their communities.
Key Learning Outcomes:
To have an understanding of historical and current attitudes towards Learning Disability
To have an understanding of why socially valued roles are important
To have an understanding of the principles at the heart of a quality service
To have an understanding of the real issues people face in regard to choice, participation, respect, relationships and compliance
Become more aware of our own attitudes and values towards difference, disability, institutionalisation and inclusion
Course Provider: Llaw yn Llaw
Please book your place via Trent Self Service or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827507
Aim: This course will help participants to understand a values-based approach which embraces the four key principles of rights, independence, choice and inclusion to ensure that people with learning disabilities are supported to live as valued members of their communities.
Key Learning Outcomes:
To have an understanding of historical and current attitudes towards Learning Disability
To have an understanding of why socially valued roles are important
To have an understanding of the principles at the heart of a quality service
To have an understanding of the real issues people face in regard to choice, participation, respect, relationships and compliance
Become more aware of our own attitudes and values towards difference, disability, institutionalisation and inclusion
Course Provider: Llaw yn Llaw
Please book your place via Trent Self Service or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827507
Mid Powys Virtual Ward Workshops
PtHB would like to invite the voluntary sector to contribute to the plans for the roll out of the Virtual Ward to the Mid locality GP cluster.
If you provide health and social care support / services in Builth, Llandrindod Wells, Rhayader, Knighton or Presteigne, PtHB will be holding two workshops giving you the opportunity to discuss the roll out. The details are as follows
Group 1: Builth, Rhayader, Llandod. 2 June 2015 @ 13:30 Builth Wells Practice
Group 2: Presteigne & Knighton – 5 June 2015 @ 13:30 Knighton Hospital Seminar Room
Workshop 1. The workshop is expected to be between 3 and 4 hours in length. The idea is to
learn how to seamlessly work together in different and improving ways for the benefit of patients and community. From this workshop they intend to develop a draft operating policy, with everyone’s input.
The wider Multi-Disciplinary Teams are invited; Clinicians, Social and Third Sector to participate:
· GPs
· Practice Manager or nominated admin staff.
· District Nurses
· Social Worker
· Specialist Nurses
· Therapists
· Mental Health
· Third Sector
2. This wider MDT workshop will be followed by test and pilot sessions by the Virtual Ward core pillars: GP, Virtual Ward Clerk, DN Case Manager and Social Worker. This will be for the team to experiment and tailor the formal relationship to best fit.
3. Virtual Ward core team meeting with Local Implementation Team [LIT].
4. GP meeting with Locality GM and LIT to agree sign off and LES. GREEN LIGHT!
To book your place please email Brian Makusha, Service Development manager PtHB: brian.makusha@wales.nhs.uk
If you provide health and social care support / services in Builth, Llandrindod Wells, Rhayader, Knighton or Presteigne, PtHB will be holding two workshops giving you the opportunity to discuss the roll out. The details are as follows
Group 1: Builth, Rhayader, Llandod. 2 June 2015 @ 13:30 Builth Wells Practice
Group 2: Presteigne & Knighton – 5 June 2015 @ 13:30 Knighton Hospital Seminar Room
Workshop 1. The workshop is expected to be between 3 and 4 hours in length. The idea is to
learn how to seamlessly work together in different and improving ways for the benefit of patients and community. From this workshop they intend to develop a draft operating policy, with everyone’s input.
The wider Multi-Disciplinary Teams are invited; Clinicians, Social and Third Sector to participate:
· GPs
· Practice Manager or nominated admin staff.
· District Nurses
· Social Worker
· Specialist Nurses
· Therapists
· Mental Health
· Third Sector
2. This wider MDT workshop will be followed by test and pilot sessions by the Virtual Ward core pillars: GP, Virtual Ward Clerk, DN Case Manager and Social Worker. This will be for the team to experiment and tailor the formal relationship to best fit.
3. Virtual Ward core team meeting with Local Implementation Team [LIT].
4. GP meeting with Locality GM and LIT to agree sign off and LES. GREEN LIGHT!
To book your place please email Brian Makusha, Service Development manager PtHB: brian.makusha@wales.nhs.uk
Friday, 15 May 2015
Llandrindod SOUP Project
Sunday 7 June 2015 at 12 noon on Temple Gardens
SOUP is a community micro-funding project. For a donation of just £3 you hear about 4 different projects that will benefit the community. Each one gets 4 minutes to speak and the audience can ask them 4 questions.
Eat soup and vote on the best project. The participants then donate the door takings to the project with the most votes.
Find them on Facebook or email SOUP@transitionllandrindod.org.uk
SOUP is a community micro-funding project. For a donation of just £3 you hear about 4 different projects that will benefit the community. Each one gets 4 minutes to speak and the audience can ask them 4 questions.
Eat soup and vote on the best project. The participants then donate the door takings to the project with the most votes.
Find them on Facebook or email SOUP@transitionllandrindod.org.uk
Training - Introduction to Volunteering
Wednesday 3rd June 2015 - half day in Llandrindod Wells
By the end of the session, participants will:
Understand the nature and scope of volunteering and how it differs from paid work
Recognise how and why organisations involve volunteers in their work
Appreciate the resource implications of involving volunteers
To book: Click here
By the end of the session, participants will:
Understand the nature and scope of volunteering and how it differs from paid work
Recognise how and why organisations involve volunteers in their work
Appreciate the resource implications of involving volunteers
To book: Click here
Centre for Social Justice Awards 2015 Invite UK Entries
http://www.centreforsocialjustice.org.uk/awards/apply-for-a-csj-award
The Centre for Social Justice (CSJ) is looking for the most effective community-based projects in the UK that are helping people trapped in cycles of poverty, breakdown or disadvantage to transform their lives. Innovative and effective projects that are addressing the root causes of poverty are welcome to apply.
Voluntary groups with charitable objectives and registered charities may apply as long as they:
Work directly with people living in poverty in the UK. This can include working in areas such as addiction, unemployment, educational failure, family breakdown and debt advice.
Are seeking solutions that will help people out of poverty and enable them to change their lives.
Are addressing the causes of poverty, not just the symptoms.
Have an annual turnover of less than £3 million.
Winning organisations will receive a cash prize of £10,000.
The deadline for applications is 12 June 2015 (5pm)
The Centre for Social Justice (CSJ) is looking for the most effective community-based projects in the UK that are helping people trapped in cycles of poverty, breakdown or disadvantage to transform their lives. Innovative and effective projects that are addressing the root causes of poverty are welcome to apply.
Voluntary groups with charitable objectives and registered charities may apply as long as they:
Work directly with people living in poverty in the UK. This can include working in areas such as addiction, unemployment, educational failure, family breakdown and debt advice.
Are seeking solutions that will help people out of poverty and enable them to change their lives.
Are addressing the causes of poverty, not just the symptoms.
Have an annual turnover of less than £3 million.
Winning organisations will receive a cash prize of £10,000.
The deadline for applications is 12 June 2015 (5pm)
Job Vacancy - Dyfed Powys Volunteer Officer
Dyfed Powys Volunteer Officer (working with The Police & Crime Commissioner’s Office)
Powys Association Voluntary Organisations needs a vibrant, committed person with passion, energy and positivity to manage the Dyfed Powys Project and provide a local service (HUB) - recruiting and supporting volunteers to work closely with the Police.
Could this be you?
Based in Newtown or Llandrindod Wells 10.5 Hours per week
Salary £611.80 per month (£7,341.60 per annum, £24,472 pa pro rata)
This fixed term role is funded for the period from 1st September 2014 until 31st August 2016.
Appointment is subject to satisfactory DBS and Non Police Personnel Vetting checks
Closing date for applications midday 27th May
Interviews to be held in Newtown on 3rd June
Application packs are available from Lisa Banfield at PAVO Tel: 01597 822191 or email lisa.banfield@pavo.org.uk
Powys Association Voluntary Organisations needs a vibrant, committed person with passion, energy and positivity to manage the Dyfed Powys Project and provide a local service (HUB) - recruiting and supporting volunteers to work closely with the Police.
Could this be you?
Based in Newtown or Llandrindod Wells 10.5 Hours per week
Salary £611.80 per month (£7,341.60 per annum, £24,472 pa pro rata)
This fixed term role is funded for the period from 1st September 2014 until 31st August 2016.
Appointment is subject to satisfactory DBS and Non Police Personnel Vetting checks
Closing date for applications midday 27th May
Interviews to be held in Newtown on 3rd June
Application packs are available from Lisa Banfield at PAVO Tel: 01597 822191 or email lisa.banfield@pavo.org.uk
Thursday, 14 May 2015
National Learning & Development Plan
The Care Council for Wales has been asked by Welsh Government to work with partners to develop the national learning and development plan to support the coming into force and full implementation of the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act.
Information about the work including partnership arrangements will be posted on their website www.ccwales.org.uk
Information about the work including partnership arrangements will be posted on their website www.ccwales.org.uk
Intro to Safer Injecting & Needle Exchange - 2 June in Llandrindod Wells
Intro to Safer Injecting & Needle Exchange
2nd June 2015, 1.30pm – 4.30pm in Committee Room A, The Gwalia, Llandrindod Wells
Aim: A needle and syringe exchange scheme allows injecting drug users to obtain clean needles and syringes and return used ones for safe disposal and destruction. Schemes provide a valuable public health benefit for individuals and communities by reducing the spread of blood borne viruses and other related infections. This half day event will cover the principles of needle exchange, what is available in Powys; and the key harm reduction messages that should be given to injecting drug users,
Target Audience: This session wold be useful for all professionals who come into contact with injecting drug users. Course Provider: Kaleidoscope
Please book your places via Trent Self Service or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827507
2nd June 2015, 1.30pm – 4.30pm in Committee Room A, The Gwalia, Llandrindod Wells
Aim: A needle and syringe exchange scheme allows injecting drug users to obtain clean needles and syringes and return used ones for safe disposal and destruction. Schemes provide a valuable public health benefit for individuals and communities by reducing the spread of blood borne viruses and other related infections. This half day event will cover the principles of needle exchange, what is available in Powys; and the key harm reduction messages that should be given to injecting drug users,
Target Audience: This session wold be useful for all professionals who come into contact with injecting drug users. Course Provider: Kaleidoscope
Please book your places via Trent Self Service or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827507
Naloxone and Overdoes Awareness - 2 June in Llandrindod Wells
There are places available on the Naloxone and Overdose Awareness training and the Intro to Safer Injecting & Needle Exchange free – aims & objectives below
Naloxone and Overdose Awareness
2nd June 2015, 9.30am 12.30pm in Committee Room A, The Gwalia, Llandrindod Wells
Aim: Naloxone is a pharmaceutical drug which can temporarily reverse the effects of an opiate overdose, providing more time for an ambulance to arrive and treatment to be given. In the event of an overdose on an opiate, an injection of naloxone could help save their life. This course will help participants to understand the dangers of mixing substances, identify the signs and symptoms of overdose, and what to do in an overdose situation / how to administer naloxone.
Target Audience: All professionals who come into contact with drug users. Course Provider: Kaleidoscope
Please book your places via Trent Self Service or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827507
Substance Misuse Strategy June Workshops
The Powys Area Planning Board for Substance Misuse is holding workshops in Newtown, Llandrindod Wells and Ystradgynlais to help refresh its Substance Misuse Strategy.
To do this they need to hear the views of a wide range of people. The sessions are taking place:
Tuesday 2nd June at 1.30 pm The New Life Church, Fiveways, Llandrindod Wells
Thursday 4th June at 1.30 pm The Miners’ Welfare Hall, Ystradgynlais
Thursday 11th June at 1.30 pm NPTC Campus, Llanidloes Road, Newtown
The Powys APB would like to invite you to take part in the half day workshop - where they'll be asking for your views on current services and how they could improve them.
If you can attend and would like to register or would simply like to find out more, then call 01597 827507 or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk (Please note that there are limited spaces available at each event)
To do this they need to hear the views of a wide range of people. The sessions are taking place:
Tuesday 2nd June at 1.30 pm The New Life Church, Fiveways, Llandrindod Wells
Thursday 4th June at 1.30 pm The Miners’ Welfare Hall, Ystradgynlais
Thursday 11th June at 1.30 pm NPTC Campus, Llanidloes Road, Newtown
The Powys APB would like to invite you to take part in the half day workshop - where they'll be asking for your views on current services and how they could improve them.
If you can attend and would like to register or would simply like to find out more, then call 01597 827507 or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk (Please note that there are limited spaces available at each event)
Tuesday, 12 May 2015
Hafan Cymru are seeking an IDFA Support Worker (Project Newid)
Fixed term until 31 March 2018
Area: Powys Office Base: Newtown
£18971 pro rata - 29.6hrs per week
Closing date 28 May 2015 (noon) Interview date: 8 June 2015
If you are interested in applying for this post please visit the Hafan Cymru website www.hafancymru.co.uk
Area: Powys Office Base: Newtown
£18971 pro rata - 29.6hrs per week
Closing date 28 May 2015 (noon) Interview date: 8 June 2015
If you are interested in applying for this post please visit the Hafan Cymru website www.hafancymru.co.uk
Helping Adults with Learning disabilities Survey
If you have a learning disability or are a carer, family member or professional supporting an adult with a learning disability.
Powys County Council is asking for your views about a new 5 year plan which will support the 600+adults with learning disabilities in Powys and help them to be in control of their lives and feel supported and respected by those around them.
you can complete this survey by clicking here http://surveys.powys.gov.uk/index.php?sid=72732&lang=en
Powys County Council is asking for your views about a new 5 year plan which will support the 600+adults with learning disabilities in Powys and help them to be in control of their lives and feel supported and respected by those around them.
you can complete this survey by clicking here http://surveys.powys.gov.uk/index.php?sid=72732&lang=en
Monday, 11 May 2015
Music and Memories Taster Session - Brecon
Brecon Singing for Life led by Sarah Harman
Monday 18 May 10am-12.30pm The Muse, The Old Museum, Brecon
For people with, or caring for someone with, memory problems. No experience necessary. Sarah, a voice practitioner, is skilled at enabling people to participate whatever their previous experience and their current needs. Refreshment provided
Monday 18 May 10am-12.30pm The Muse, The Old Museum, Brecon
For people with, or caring for someone with, memory problems. No experience necessary. Sarah, a voice practitioner, is skilled at enabling people to participate whatever their previous experience and their current needs. Refreshment provided
Celf O Gwmpas - Welfare Cuts
National Theatre Wales’ Assembly has developed into a three-year programme of work called The Big Democracy Project, which explores how art and creativity can play a part in helping communities across Wales re-engage with the democratic process.
If you wish to vote for CELF O GWMPAS! *WELFARE CUTS*
TEXT 231 TO 029 2009 1507 OR VOTE ONLINE FOR CELF - JUST CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW! Voting will remain open until Monday 18th May at 23:59
http://nationaltheatrewales.org/big-democracy-project/mid-wales-proposals/welfare-cuts
Their proposal is to bring together disabled artists, personal support assistants and representatives from support organisations and agencies to explore how welfare cuts are impacting on disabled people in the community. Since the beginning of the austerity measures taken by the coalition government, disabled people have been affected through the ‘bedroom tax’ and reclassification of disability benefits, as well as being unfairly stigmatised in the mainstream press. Celf will use a creative and open-minded process to explore these issues with the people who are directly affected by them.
If you wish to vote for CELF O GWMPAS! *WELFARE CUTS*
TEXT 231 TO 029 2009 1507 OR VOTE ONLINE FOR CELF - JUST CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW! Voting will remain open until Monday 18th May at 23:59
http://nationaltheatrewales.org/big-democracy-project/mid-wales-proposals/welfare-cuts
Their proposal is to bring together disabled artists, personal support assistants and representatives from support organisations and agencies to explore how welfare cuts are impacting on disabled people in the community. Since the beginning of the austerity measures taken by the coalition government, disabled people have been affected through the ‘bedroom tax’ and reclassification of disability benefits, as well as being unfairly stigmatised in the mainstream press. Celf will use a creative and open-minded process to explore these issues with the people who are directly affected by them.
South Powys ABI/neurological conditions new support group neuro cafe
A new support group ‘Neuro-café’ is being launched in Ystragynlais in conjunction with Headway for people with ABI and other neurological conditions.
They would like as many people as possible to attend to show support, and for you to forward the information to anyone who may benefit from the service.
The interest group met in February and April and decided to launch the newest branch in Wales to provide support and help to people in Ystradgynlais and South Powys whose lives are affected by a neurological condition. Dr David Abankwa, Rehabilitation Consultant with the Abertawe Bro Morgannwg Health Board will provide the keynote address. The Powys Health Board and several local third sector organisations have been invited to take stands to display their services and activities.
Dave Maggs, Wales Development Manager for Headway UK said:
“We are looking to form a branch in the form of a Neuro Cafe in Ystradgynlais to provide a service to people living in this part of mid Wales. The interest group meetings were so positive that we believe the time is right to launch a branch here to provide emotional, physical and practical support to people living with a neurological condition and their families and create a stronger support network for those individuals in the future”.
Everyone with experience of, or an interest in, the effects of a neurological condition is welcome. The launch meeting is planned for 12.30 – 3.30 pm on Wednesday 20th May, St Cynog’s Church Hall, Heol Eglwys, Ystradgynlais SA9 1IE. Light refreshments will follow the launch.
They would like as many people as possible to attend to show support, and for you to forward the information to anyone who may benefit from the service.
The interest group met in February and April and decided to launch the newest branch in Wales to provide support and help to people in Ystradgynlais and South Powys whose lives are affected by a neurological condition. Dr David Abankwa, Rehabilitation Consultant with the Abertawe Bro Morgannwg Health Board will provide the keynote address. The Powys Health Board and several local third sector organisations have been invited to take stands to display their services and activities.
Dave Maggs, Wales Development Manager for Headway UK said:
“We are looking to form a branch in the form of a Neuro Cafe in Ystradgynlais to provide a service to people living in this part of mid Wales. The interest group meetings were so positive that we believe the time is right to launch a branch here to provide emotional, physical and practical support to people living with a neurological condition and their families and create a stronger support network for those individuals in the future”.
Everyone with experience of, or an interest in, the effects of a neurological condition is welcome. The launch meeting is planned for 12.30 – 3.30 pm on Wednesday 20th May, St Cynog’s Church Hall, Heol Eglwys, Ystradgynlais SA9 1IE. Light refreshments will follow the launch.
Stroke Training in Newtown - 19 May
The Stroke Training department deliver training to external organisations in order to drive up stroke care standards.
The individual access courses are open to anyone who wants to learn more about stroke. Individual learners may book places by visiting our website or by calling 01527 903911.
If you require any further information on the Stroke Training department and what we do, please get in touch.
Powys County Council 19th May Newtown Stroke Fundamentals and Recovery
Contact: Llinos Wyn Parry Head of Life After Stroke Services - Mid and North Wales
Telephone/Ffôn 01745 508525 Mobile/Symudol 07717 275719 stroke.org.uk
The individual access courses are open to anyone who wants to learn more about stroke. Individual learners may book places by visiting our website or by calling 01527 903911.
If you require any further information on the Stroke Training department and what we do, please get in touch.
Powys County Council 19th May Newtown Stroke Fundamentals and Recovery
Contact: Llinos Wyn Parry Head of Life After Stroke Services - Mid and North Wales
Telephone/Ffôn 01745 508525 Mobile/Symudol 07717 275719 stroke.org.uk
Dementia Awareness - What's on in Brecon 17-23 May
Most people will be touched by dementia at some time during their lives, so working together to challenge the myths and stigma that still surround this condition is important.
For help & support with dementia-related issues, or learn more about dementia & the small things that can be done to make a big difference to those living with dementia in the community, go along to any the following:
Sunday 17th 2-4pm: Dementia Friends Display, Brecon Bandstand, The Promenade
Monday 18th 10.30-12 noon: ‘Music and Memories’ Taster session, The Muse
10- 12 noon Alzheimer’s Society Awareness event, Brecon Guildhall
3pm High Tea and ‘Harmony’ at Brecon Cathedral Heritage Centre
6-7pm: Dementia Friends Awareness Session, Brecon Rugby Club
Tuesday 19th 10.30-12 noon: Tea, Chat and Activities, MIND, Ty Croeso, St David’s House
6-7pm: Dementia Friends Awareness Session, Brecon Rugby Club
Wednesday 20th 11am-3pm: Drop-in for information & advice, Bronllys Day Hospital
4.30-5.15pm: Brecon & Hay Dementia Supportive Community AGM, Brecon Guildhall
Thursday 21st 1.30-2.30pm: Dementia Friends Awareness Session, The Muse
7-8pm: Dementia Friends Awareness Session, Llanfrynach Community Hall
Friday 22nd 3-4pm: Dementia Friends Awareness Session, The Muse
Saturday 23rd 11am-12 noon: Dementia Friends Awareness Session, Brecon Library
7pm: Celebration Concert, Brecon Guildhall. Marking Brecon as the first community in Wales to be officially recognised by the Alzheimer’s Society for its work towards becoming dementia-friendly.
Watch out for lots of other activities during the week organised by Brecon Barracks, Brecon Medical Practice, Powys Fire & Police Services & other local supporters.
www.dementiafriendlybrecon.org.uk brecondfc@gmail.com Tel: 07946445234
For help & support with dementia-related issues, or learn more about dementia & the small things that can be done to make a big difference to those living with dementia in the community, go along to any the following:
Sunday 17th 2-4pm: Dementia Friends Display, Brecon Bandstand, The Promenade
Monday 18th 10.30-12 noon: ‘Music and Memories’ Taster session, The Muse
10- 12 noon Alzheimer’s Society Awareness event, Brecon Guildhall
3pm High Tea and ‘Harmony’ at Brecon Cathedral Heritage Centre
6-7pm: Dementia Friends Awareness Session, Brecon Rugby Club
Tuesday 19th 10.30-12 noon: Tea, Chat and Activities, MIND, Ty Croeso, St David’s House
6-7pm: Dementia Friends Awareness Session, Brecon Rugby Club
Wednesday 20th 11am-3pm: Drop-in for information & advice, Bronllys Day Hospital
4.30-5.15pm: Brecon & Hay Dementia Supportive Community AGM, Brecon Guildhall
Thursday 21st 1.30-2.30pm: Dementia Friends Awareness Session, The Muse
7-8pm: Dementia Friends Awareness Session, Llanfrynach Community Hall
Friday 22nd 3-4pm: Dementia Friends Awareness Session, The Muse
Saturday 23rd 11am-12 noon: Dementia Friends Awareness Session, Brecon Library
7pm: Celebration Concert, Brecon Guildhall. Marking Brecon as the first community in Wales to be officially recognised by the Alzheimer’s Society for its work towards becoming dementia-friendly.
Watch out for lots of other activities during the week organised by Brecon Barracks, Brecon Medical Practice, Powys Fire & Police Services & other local supporters.
www.dementiafriendlybrecon.org.uk brecondfc@gmail.com Tel: 07946445234
Mental Health Awareness Week 11th – 17th May
Tuesday 12th May - Open Morning 9.30 – 1.30p.m Refreshments and Information at Hay
Bowling Club, Playing fields, Brecon Road, Hay-on-Wye
Wednesday 13th May - Coffee morning 10.00 – 12.00p.m Sennybridge, Maescar Community Hall
Thursday 14th May - MENTAL HEALTH AND THE OUTDOORS
Brecon & District Mind & Brecon Beacons National Park
Present an open day at Brecon Beacons National Park Visitor Centre, Libanus 10.00 – 4.00p.m.
Activities for everyone throughout the day
Free Shuttle bus available from St David’s House, Free St, Brecon, (to be confirmed)
Saturday16th May May Fair Guild Hall Brecon 10am-2pm
Stalls include: crafts; plants and cakes. Raffle. Refreshments: Tea, Coffee and homemade soup.
Friday 15th May MENTAL HEALTH AND THE ARTS - Arts Alive Centre Crickhowell 10.00 – 1.00p.m
Bowling Club, Playing fields, Brecon Road, Hay-on-Wye
Wednesday 13th May - Coffee morning 10.00 – 12.00p.m Sennybridge, Maescar Community Hall
Thursday 14th May - MENTAL HEALTH AND THE OUTDOORS
Brecon & District Mind & Brecon Beacons National Park
Present an open day at Brecon Beacons National Park Visitor Centre, Libanus 10.00 – 4.00p.m.
Activities for everyone throughout the day
Free Shuttle bus available from St David’s House, Free St, Brecon, (to be confirmed)
Stalls include: crafts; plants and cakes. Raffle. Refreshments: Tea, Coffee and homemade soup.
Friday, 8 May 2015
New IT courses with PAVO
Below are the IT courses PAVO are hoping to provide in July. Anyone can book on a course they don't need to be a member of an organisation.
Introduction to Windows 8.1 (2 hours) - Tuesday 14th July 2015 (9am - 11am) Cost : £20
Introduction to Android tablets (2 hours) Tuesday 14th July 2015 (11am - 1pm) Cost: £20
The Internet and all that stuff. Thursday 16th July 2015 - half day (9:30am -1:30pm) Cost: £35
Joomla: Website Content Management System Editing - Monday 20th July 2015 - half day (9:30am - 1:30pm) Cost: £35
For more details and to book visit PAVO website:
http://www.pavo.org.uk/support/training.html#c7295
Introduction to Windows 8.1 (2 hours) - Tuesday 14th July 2015 (9am - 11am) Cost : £20
Introduction to Android tablets (2 hours) Tuesday 14th July 2015 (11am - 1pm) Cost: £20
The Internet and all that stuff. Thursday 16th July 2015 - half day (9:30am -1:30pm) Cost: £35
Joomla: Website Content Management System Editing - Monday 20th July 2015 - half day (9:30am - 1:30pm) Cost: £35
For more details and to book visit PAVO website:
http://www.pavo.org.uk/support/training.html#c7295
International ME Awareness day is 12th May
Next week is ME Awareness week when supporters of people with ME will be spreading the word about ME.
The below link tells you more about
· How to join WAMES’ ME Awareness week campaign: Spread the word online
· WAMES’ small steps micro volunteering project
· ME & FM: what’s the difference
· NHS Health services campaign update
me voice can be downloaded from: http://wames.org.uk/cms-english/about-us/our-publications/me-voice-the-wames-magazine/
The awareness flyer can be downloaded from: http://wames.org.uk/cms-english/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/ME-Awareness-week-2015-campaign.docx
The below link tells you more about
· How to join WAMES’ ME Awareness week campaign: Spread the word online
· WAMES’ small steps micro volunteering project
· ME & FM: what’s the difference
· NHS Health services campaign update
me voice can be downloaded from: http://wames.org.uk/cms-english/about-us/our-publications/me-voice-the-wames-magazine/
The awareness flyer can be downloaded from: http://wames.org.uk/cms-english/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/ME-Awareness-week-2015-campaign.docx
Adult Protection Awareness – Additional Dates
18th May 2015 – Rock Park Heritage Centre, Llandrindod, 9:30am – 12:30pm
21st May 2015 – St John’s Family Centre, Brecon, 9:30am – 12:30pm
21st May 2015 – St John’s Family Centre, Brecon, 9:30am – 12:30pm
Aim: To understand the importance of preventing and/or minimising abuse, abusive and inappropriate behaviour. This is central to good practice within Health and Social Care settings as clearly set out in the Wales Interim Policy and Procedures for the Protection of Vulnerable Adults from Abuse. Provide information about those vulnerable to abuse, the nature and extent of abuse, possible causes of abuse, perpetrators of abuse, the responsibility to report, whistle blowing and to allow participants to explore their values in relation to vulnerable adults and their attitudes towards abuse.
Key Learning Outcomes: At the end of the course participants will:
■ An awareness of the abuse of vulnerable adults
■ An understanding of values and attitudes, person centred care and the dignity agenda
■ An understanding of definitions and categories of abuse
■ An awareness of the Wales Interim Policy and Procedures summary version
■ Have the confidence and knowledge to work appropriately with vulnerable adults
■ Have the confidence and knowledge to report concerns relating to vulnerable adults
To book a place on the above training, please call Powys County Council Training Unit on:
01597 82 7330 or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk
Key Learning Outcomes: At the end of the course participants will:
■ An awareness of the abuse of vulnerable adults
■ An understanding of values and attitudes, person centred care and the dignity agenda
■ An understanding of definitions and categories of abuse
■ An awareness of the Wales Interim Policy and Procedures summary version
■ Have the confidence and knowledge to work appropriately with vulnerable adults
■ Have the confidence and knowledge to report concerns relating to vulnerable adults
To book a place on the above training, please call Powys County Council Training Unit on:
01597 82 7330 or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk
The Future Fit Team is seeking Views on Healthcare
NHS Future Fit is a programme of work that is looking at how healthcare services may be provided in the future across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin and mid Wales.
They are currently looking to collect the views of people from specific equality Groups – Pregnancy and Maternity, LBGT, Older People, Disability, Younger People, Religion and Belief to help Future Fit to understand how they use health services now and how they would like to use them in the future.
The information will help Future Fit to understand whether people from specific equality groups’ use of healthcare services differs from others.
If you would like to be involved please contact Amanda Preece form Participate UK
amandapreece@participate.uk.com
They are currently looking to collect the views of people from specific equality Groups – Pregnancy and Maternity, LBGT, Older People, Disability, Younger People, Religion and Belief to help Future Fit to understand how they use health services now and how they would like to use them in the future.
The information will help Future Fit to understand whether people from specific equality groups’ use of healthcare services differs from others.
If you would like to be involved please contact Amanda Preece form Participate UK
amandapreece@participate.uk.com
Tuesday, 5 May 2015
Ageing Well in Wales Network Event
Below is feedback from April' 2015's "Welcome to the Network" events. The events have been useful in helping shape the future of Ageing Well in Wales.
http://www.pavo.org.uk/uploads/media/Ageing_Well_in_Wales_-_April_2015.pdf
They would also like to invite you to complete an online survey from their partners at the Campaign to End Loneliness. They'd like suggestions on how to focus their future work to best reduce loneliness . Please let them know your views by completing the following by 31 May 2015, and get the chance to win one of three, £50 John Lewis vouchers:
https://www.surveymonkey.com//LonelinessStrategy2017
If you have any questions about Ageing Well in Wales, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
Tel: 08442 640 670 - Fax: 08442 640680www.ageingwellinwales.com /www.olderpeoplewales.com Follow us on Twitter @AgeingWellCymru /@talkolderpeople
They would also like to invite you to complete an online survey from their partners at the Campaign to End Loneliness. They'd like suggestions on how to focus their future work to best reduce loneliness . Please let them know your views by completing the following by 31 May 2015, and get the chance to win one of three, £50 John Lewis vouchers:
https://www.surveymonkey.com//LonelinessStrategy2017
If you have any questions about Ageing Well in Wales, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
Tel: 08442 640 670 - Fax: 08442 640680www.ageingwellinwales.com /www.olderpeoplewales.com Follow us on Twitter @AgeingWellCymru /@talkolderpeople
Dementia Friendly Brecon Celebration Concert
Saturday, May 23rd, 2015 - 7pm at Brecon Guildhall
an evening of music including
Cor Meibion Aberhonddu and Llanfaes Community Primary School choir
marking Brecon as the first community in Wales to gain official recognition from the Alzheimer’s Society
Tickets: £6.50, £4 concessions
Available from The Hours Bookshop & Cafe, Ty Cariad, The Bulwark, or on the door
an evening of music including
Cor Meibion Aberhonddu and Llanfaes Community Primary School choir
marking Brecon as the first community in Wales to gain official recognition from the Alzheimer’s Society
Tickets: £6.50, £4 concessions
Available from The Hours Bookshop & Cafe, Ty Cariad, The Bulwark, or on the door
Shelter Cymru - People and Homes 2015 Event
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Friday, 1 May 2015
POWYS VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR 2015
Celebrating Volunteering in Powys
Do you know an individual or an organisation that goes the extra mile through volunteering?
You can nominate them for a Powys Volunteer Centre “Powys Volunteer of the Year” award!
Previous winners have given exceptional commitment for the benefit of others. The activities that they participated in were numerous. For example, it could be someone who helps out at a sports club, a village hall, youth club, charity shop, community car scheme, or a trustee or committee member of a community group or voluntary organisation.
Nominations are allowed for:
§ Individuals of any age
§ Groups - two or more individuals forming a group that carry out a task, activity or project. This can either be a) a purely voluntary run group or b) a group of volunteers within an organisation with paid staff. For organisations with paid staff the nomination has to be for the group of volunteers, rather than the organisation.
§ Nominations will be allocated to a category on receipt at PAVO. As a prompt for nominations the categories this year will include: Green (environment), Community, Well-being, Sports, Trustee, Culture, Youth and Group (see above for definition).
§ There will be an additional Outstanding Contribution award, selected from the nominations from the other categories.
For a nomination form or more information contact PAVO on: 01597 822191 or e-mail info@pavo.org.uk Deadline for receipt of nominations is Friday 12th June 2015
Do you know an individual or an organisation that goes the extra mile through volunteering?
You can nominate them for a Powys Volunteer Centre “Powys Volunteer of the Year” award!
Previous winners have given exceptional commitment for the benefit of others. The activities that they participated in were numerous. For example, it could be someone who helps out at a sports club, a village hall, youth club, charity shop, community car scheme, or a trustee or committee member of a community group or voluntary organisation.
Nominations are allowed for:
§ Individuals of any age
§ Groups - two or more individuals forming a group that carry out a task, activity or project. This can either be a) a purely voluntary run group or b) a group of volunteers within an organisation with paid staff. For organisations with paid staff the nomination has to be for the group of volunteers, rather than the organisation.
§ Nominations will be allocated to a category on receipt at PAVO. As a prompt for nominations the categories this year will include: Green (environment), Community, Well-being, Sports, Trustee, Culture, Youth and Group (see above for definition).
§ There will be an additional Outstanding Contribution award, selected from the nominations from the other categories.
For a nomination form or more information contact PAVO on: 01597 822191 or e-mail info@pavo.org.uk Deadline for receipt of nominations is Friday 12th June 2015
Intro to Safer Injecting & Needle Exchange - free places
Intro to Safer Injecting & Needle Exchange
2nd June 2015, 1.30pm – 4.30pm in Committee Room A, The Gwalia, Llandrindod Wells
Aim: A needle and syringe exchange scheme allows injecting drug users to obtain clean needles and syringes and return used ones for safe disposal and destruction. Schemes provide a valuable public health benefit for individuals and communities by reducing the spread of blood borne viruses and other related infections. This half day event will cover the principles of needle exchange, what is available in Powys; and the key harm reduction messages that should be given to injecting drug users,
Target Audience: This session wold be useful for all professionals who come into contact with injecting drug users.
Course Provider: Kaleidoscope
Please book your places via Trent Self Service or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827507
Naloxone and Overdose Awareness - Free places
There are places available on the Naloxone and Overdose Awareness training – aims & objectives below:
Naloxone and Overdose Awareness
2nd June 2015, 9.30am 12.30pm in Committee Room A, The Gwalia, Llandrindod Wells
Aim: Naloxone is a pharmaceutical drug which can temporarily reverse the effects of an opiate overdose, providing more time for an ambulance to arrive and treatment to be given. In the event of an overdose on an opiate, an injection of naloxone could help save their life. This course will help participants to understand the dangers of mixing substances, identify the signs and symptoms of overdose, and what to do in an overdose situation / how to administer naloxone.
Target Audience: All professionals who come into contact with drug users.
Course Provider: Kaleidoscope
Please book your places via Trent Self Service or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827507
Naloxone and Overdose Awareness
2nd June 2015, 9.30am 12.30pm in Committee Room A, The Gwalia, Llandrindod Wells
Aim: Naloxone is a pharmaceutical drug which can temporarily reverse the effects of an opiate overdose, providing more time for an ambulance to arrive and treatment to be given. In the event of an overdose on an opiate, an injection of naloxone could help save their life. This course will help participants to understand the dangers of mixing substances, identify the signs and symptoms of overdose, and what to do in an overdose situation / how to administer naloxone.
Target Audience: All professionals who come into contact with drug users.
Course Provider: Kaleidoscope
Please book your places via Trent Self Service or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827507
Falls Prevention in Older People Training - Free places offered.
There are places available on the Falls Prevention in Older People Training as follows:
4th June 2015, Neuadd Brycheiniog, Brecon, 2.00pm – 3.30pm
5th June 2015, Hendre Ladus, Ystradgynlais, 2.00pm – 3.30pm
16th July 2015, The Gwalia, Llandrindod Wells, 2.00pm – 3.30pm
Aim: To raise awareness of falls and the consequences of falls in older people. To discuss risk factors for falls and how this can be reduced.
Key Learning Outcomes:
What is a fall? Who is at risk of falls? What are the consequences of a fall?
How can falls risk be reduced? What falls prevention services are available in Powys?
Course Provider: Dr Pinhorn Consultant Physician, PTHB
Please book your place via Trent Self Service or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827507
4th June 2015, Neuadd Brycheiniog, Brecon, 2.00pm – 3.30pm
5th June 2015, Hendre Ladus, Ystradgynlais, 2.00pm – 3.30pm
16th July 2015, The Gwalia, Llandrindod Wells, 2.00pm – 3.30pm
Aim: To raise awareness of falls and the consequences of falls in older people. To discuss risk factors for falls and how this can be reduced.
Key Learning Outcomes:
What is a fall? Who is at risk of falls? What are the consequences of a fall?
How can falls risk be reduced? What falls prevention services are available in Powys?
Course Provider: Dr Pinhorn Consultant Physician, PTHB
Please book your place via Trent Self Service or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827507
Power to Local People in Practice - 17 June Llandrindod
Participation Cymru www.participationcymru.org.uk
Training opportunity -Power to Local People in practice - Wednesday 17 June 2015, Llandrindod Wells
Target audience: Engagement practitioners across the public and third sectors
Aim: To increase the skills of those who work with individuals and communities in sharing the responsibility, power and resources for public services.
By the end of the day participants will have
learnt more about the concept of sharing power with local people
gained practical skills in enabling the sharing of power to happen
heard about current practice through case studies
Cost: FREE to attend! Funded by Public Health Wales
Training opportunity -Power to Local People in practice - Wednesday 17 June 2015, Llandrindod Wells
Target audience: Engagement practitioners across the public and third sectors
Aim: To increase the skills of those who work with individuals and communities in sharing the responsibility, power and resources for public services.
By the end of the day participants will have
learnt more about the concept of sharing power with local people
gained practical skills in enabling the sharing of power to happen
heard about current practice through case studies
Cost: FREE to attend! Funded by Public Health Wales
New Nest Partnership Development Manager
Daniel St John would like to introduce himself as the new Nest Partnership Development Manager for Mid and South Wales.
He has taken over from Sarah Evans and will be the main contact for Nest. He will be delivering training on fuel poverty and can offer guidance on using the Nest Portal so please contact him if this is something that you are interested in. He is also available to attend events so do let him know if you have an event coming up that you would like Nest to attend.
If you would like to meet in person to find out more about how he will be taking things forward contact him on Daniel.StJohn@est.org.uk 07507312149
He has taken over from Sarah Evans and will be the main contact for Nest. He will be delivering training on fuel poverty and can offer guidance on using the Nest Portal so please contact him if this is something that you are interested in. He is also available to attend events so do let him know if you have an event coming up that you would like Nest to attend.
If you would like to meet in person to find out more about how he will be taking things forward contact him on Daniel.StJohn@est.org.uk 07507312149
PAVO Training Coming Up
Accounting Basics
Wednesday 20th May 2015 - half day
By the end of the course, participants should be able to:
Understand basic accounting terms and concepts
Set up and maintain a simple bookkeeping system
Establish a petty cash system
Use the system to produce basic financial reports
Understand the legal requirements for reporting in relation to their organisation
To book: Click here
Governing your Organisation
2 full days - Thursday 21st & 22nd May
By the end of the session, participants will:
Explore the concept and principles of governance
Understand the purpose and uses of your 'governing instrument' (your constitution or rules)
Understand the difference between governance and management
Have considered the Trustee's relationship with paid staff including the Chief Officer
Explore the importance of Nolan principles and Trustee codes of conduct
Understand the roles of Sub-committees and executive committees
Understand the role of AGMs and other membership meetings
Have an overview of good practice in trustee recruitment
To book: Click here
Introduction to Volunteering
Wednesday 3rd June 2015 - half day
By the end of the session, participants will:
Understand the nature and scope of volunteering and how it differs from paid work
Recognise how and why organisations involve volunteers in their work
Appreciate the resource implications of involving volunteers
To book: Click here
Wednesday 20th May 2015 - half day
By the end of the course, participants should be able to:
Understand basic accounting terms and concepts
Set up and maintain a simple bookkeeping system
Establish a petty cash system
Use the system to produce basic financial reports
Understand the legal requirements for reporting in relation to their organisation
To book: Click here
Governing your Organisation
2 full days - Thursday 21st & 22nd May
By the end of the session, participants will:
Explore the concept and principles of governance
Understand the purpose and uses of your 'governing instrument' (your constitution or rules)
Understand the difference between governance and management
Have considered the Trustee's relationship with paid staff including the Chief Officer
Explore the importance of Nolan principles and Trustee codes of conduct
Understand the roles of Sub-committees and executive committees
Understand the role of AGMs and other membership meetings
Have an overview of good practice in trustee recruitment
To book: Click here
Introduction to Volunteering
Wednesday 3rd June 2015 - half day
By the end of the session, participants will:
Understand the nature and scope of volunteering and how it differs from paid work
Recognise how and why organisations involve volunteers in their work
Appreciate the resource implications of involving volunteers
To book: Click here
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