The Breast Test Wales mobile screening unit is returning to Llandrindod Wells.
The mobile unit will be situated at The Metropole Hotel Car Park from the end of August, 2015 until October, 2015
Women aged between 50 and 70 this year, who live in Wales will automatically receive postal invitations to attend for screening, if they are registered with the following surgeries: Rhayader Medical Centre and Llandrindod Wells Medical Centre.
Women who are aged over 70 will not automatically be invited for breast screening, but can request an appointment by telephoning Breast Test Wales on 029 2039 7222.
Anyone concerned about a breast change should visit their GP without delay.
For more information please contact your GP Practice or telephone Breast Test Wales on 029 2039 7222.
Friday, 28 August 2015
Stroke Training Courses
The Stroke Training department deliver training to external organisations in order to drive up stroke care standards.
Please see below a list of Commissioned and Individual Access stroke training courses for September 2015.
Stroke Fundamentals and Recovery - 9th September 2015 - Llandrindod Wells - Powys County Council
Please see below a list of Commissioned and Individual Access stroke training courses for September 2015.
Stroke Fundamentals and Recovery - 9th September 2015 - Llandrindod Wells - Powys County Council
Supporting Life After Stroke - 15th September 2015 - Llandrindod Wells -Powys County Council
Their 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 would like to book your place, please emailstroketraining@stroke.org.uk.
They also now offering distance learning qualifications for individual learners who would like to gain a qualification in stroke. This course is distance learning mixing individual working time with support and guidance from one of their stroke trainers. For more information on this course please click here.
Their 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 would like to book your place, please emailstroketraining@stroke.org.uk.
They also now offering distance learning qualifications for individual learners who would like to gain a qualification in stroke. This course is distance learning mixing individual working time with support and guidance from one of their stroke trainers. For more information on this course please click here.
Powys Transport Training Agency Courses
16th Sept 1/2 day Health & Safety course, 9.00-1.00pm, 6 places available
21st Sept MiDAS minibus induction course, full day, 3 places available
23rd Sept, additional MiDAS accessible module, full day, 4 places available
28th Sept, Passenger Assistant course, full day, 2 places available
All courses will be held at our offices in Llandrindod Wells unless otherwise stated, we can deliver courses for you at your location subject to minimum numbers.
We can deliver the following courses.
Minibus D1 PCV
1 day Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)
3 day First Aid at Work (FAW)
Manual handling training
We also have minibuses available for group hire, enquire for detailsTel/Ffon 01597 828651
Mobile 07584 490191 email/ebost michael.entwisle@pavo.org.uk
21st Sept MiDAS minibus induction course, full day, 3 places available
23rd Sept, additional MiDAS accessible module, full day, 4 places available
28th Sept, Passenger Assistant course, full day, 2 places available
All courses will be held at our offices in Llandrindod Wells unless otherwise stated, we can deliver courses for you at your location subject to minimum numbers.
We can deliver the following courses.
Minibus D1 PCV
1 day Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW)
3 day First Aid at Work (FAW)
Manual handling training
We also have minibuses available for group hire, enquire for detailsTel/Ffon 01597 828651
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Dementia Project
Age Cymru is working with the Older People’s Commissioner for Wales on research to hear the voices and experiences of older people with dementia, their families and carers.
They ask for your assistance in identifying people who would be willing to speak to them about their day to day experiences of living with dementia, the impact it has on their lives and the support currently available to them.
They are looking to speak both to people living with dementia themselves and the people who care or support them. These conversations can be conducted separately or together.
The conversations will be conducted by our fully trained engagement team and will be extremely informal. Their staff are alert to the sensitivity of the topics which might be covered and will take a flexible approach based upon a person’s situation. They are using a framework based on the ‘Talking Points: personal outcomes approach’ developed in Scotland, in which the participants guide the conversations wherever possible.
They are seeking to hold these conversations between now and the end of September 2015 with a report to be produced by the end of the year.
The experiences they gather will help to shape public services and assist policy makers in taking the action needed to meet the needs of older people living with dementia in Wales and make our communities truly dementia supportive.
If you are able to help please contact Kathy Lye at Age Cymru on kathy.lye@agecymru.org.uk or 029 2043 1570. If you would like to discuss this research further or have any questions then you can contact Graeme Francis, Project Manager, on 029 2043 1547.
They ask for your assistance in identifying people who would be willing to speak to them about their day to day experiences of living with dementia, the impact it has on their lives and the support currently available to them.
They are looking to speak both to people living with dementia themselves and the people who care or support them. These conversations can be conducted separately or together.
The conversations will be conducted by our fully trained engagement team and will be extremely informal. Their staff are alert to the sensitivity of the topics which might be covered and will take a flexible approach based upon a person’s situation. They are using a framework based on the ‘Talking Points: personal outcomes approach’ developed in Scotland, in which the participants guide the conversations wherever possible.
They are seeking to hold these conversations between now and the end of September 2015 with a report to be produced by the end of the year.
The experiences they gather will help to shape public services and assist policy makers in taking the action needed to meet the needs of older people living with dementia in Wales and make our communities truly dementia supportive.
If you are able to help please contact Kathy Lye at Age Cymru on kathy.lye@agecymru.org.uk or 029 2043 1570. If you would like to discuss this research further or have any questions then you can contact Graeme Francis, Project Manager, on 029 2043 1547.
Social Services and Wellbeing Act: Update on the Population Assessments Toolkit
As some of you may be aware, SSIA and PHW have been working together to create a toolkit to support the development of the population assessment reports required under the Social Services and Wellbeing Act. They have been working closely with partners in national and local government, health boards and the third sector to find out what support and assistance they may need to help them meet the requirements set out in the Code of Practice and Regulations. This is provided to ensure all stakeholders are informed about this work.
The Welsh Government Technical Group have completed their report into population assessments, which has been taken into account in the development of the toolkit. A copy of the final report can be found on http://bit.ly/1KU8QGp
They recently held the first meeting of the Steering Group on Population Assessment Reports, where the outline for a toolkit was discussed and agreed by members. The synergies with other strategies and legislation, particularly around the wellbeing plans set out in the new Wellbeing of Future Generations Act, were also discussed. It was also agreed a separate workshop on datasets will be held this Autumn to discuss some of the issues around identifying, collecting and analysing statistical data. It was also agreed that a full copy of the scoping report would be useful for group members.
Next Steps:
They have identified a pilot region and will be working with them to develop, test and refine a toolkit. The pilot phase will be completed by late Autumn and a final toolkit will be available by Spring 2016. They have added a section to our website to keep people updated on the progress of the report which can be viewed here. They will keep you up to date of all developments and welcome any thoughts or suggestions you may have as the project progresses. For any queries, please do not hesitate to contact Rebecca Cicero, Programme Co-ordinator
SSIA, Local Government House, Drake Walk, Cardiff CF10 4LG
Tel / Ffôn: 029 2046 8659 / 07780 993649 Web / Gwefan: www.ssiacymru.org.uk
The Welsh Government Technical Group have completed their report into population assessments, which has been taken into account in the development of the toolkit. A copy of the final report can be found on http://bit.ly/1KU8QGp
They recently held the first meeting of the Steering Group on Population Assessment Reports, where the outline for a toolkit was discussed and agreed by members. The synergies with other strategies and legislation, particularly around the wellbeing plans set out in the new Wellbeing of Future Generations Act, were also discussed. It was also agreed a separate workshop on datasets will be held this Autumn to discuss some of the issues around identifying, collecting and analysing statistical data. It was also agreed that a full copy of the scoping report would be useful for group members.
Next Steps:
They have identified a pilot region and will be working with them to develop, test and refine a toolkit. The pilot phase will be completed by late Autumn and a final toolkit will be available by Spring 2016. They have added a section to our website to keep people updated on the progress of the report which can be viewed here. They will keep you up to date of all developments and welcome any thoughts or suggestions you may have as the project progresses. For any queries, please do not hesitate to contact Rebecca Cicero, Programme Co-ordinator
SSIA, Local Government House, Drake Walk, Cardiff CF10 4LG
Tel / Ffôn: 029 2046 8659 / 07780 993649 Web / Gwefan: www.ssiacymru.org.uk
Participation Cymru Newsletter August 2015
This month’s newsletter includes the latest courses from their new training programme, information about their regional participation networks, the latest news, methods, consultations, events and much more!
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Neuro Cafe in Ystradgynlais
Everyone with experience of, or an interest in, the effects of a neurological condition is welcome. It is for survivors, carers and their families. Meetings take place 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month between 1.00pm—4pm at St Cynogs, Church Hall, Ystradgynlais.
The neuro café will be supported by volunteers from Ystradgynlais Volunteer Centre who can be contacted on 01639 845475 or cbullyvc@gmail.com www.ystradgynlaisvc.org.uk
The neuro café will be supported by volunteers from Ystradgynlais Volunteer Centre who can be contacted on 01639 845475 or cbullyvc@gmail.com www.ystradgynlaisvc.org.uk
Shelter Cymru Training
September:
Welfare Benefits Updater Wrexham - 09/09/15 - half day
Landlord and Tenant Law in the PRS Swansea - 16/09/15 - full day
October:
November:
December:
Welfare Benefits Updater Wrexham - 09/09/15 - half day
Landlord and Tenant Law in the PRS Swansea - 16/09/15 - full day
October:
Understanding the new homelessness legislation Cardiff - 07/10/15 - full day
Housing and the Law in the social housing sector Swansea - 14/10/15 - full day
Housing and Immigration Cardiff - 20/10/15 - full day
Code of guidance briefing - allocation of accommodation and homelessness Nantgarw - 21/10/15 - half day
Code of guidance briefing - allocation of accommodation and homelessness Llanrwst - 28/10/15 - half day
Housing and the Law in the social housing sector Swansea - 14/10/15 - full day
Housing and Immigration Cardiff - 20/10/15 - full day
Code of guidance briefing - allocation of accommodation and homelessness Nantgarw - 21/10/15 - half day
Code of guidance briefing - allocation of accommodation and homelessness Llanrwst - 28/10/15 - half day
November:
Universal Credit and Housing costs Colwyn Bay - 12/11/15 - half day
Young people and homelessness Swansea - 18/11/15 - full day
Renting Homes - Are you ready? Cardiff - 25/11/15 - half day
Young people and homelessness Swansea - 18/11/15 - full day
Renting Homes - Are you ready? Cardiff - 25/11/15 - half day
December:
Housing Law Surgery Cardiff - 02/12/15 - half day
Understanding the new Homelessness Legislation Swansea - 09/12/15 - full day
Christmas Debt Merthyr Tydfil - 16/12/15 - full day
Understanding the new Homelessness Legislation Swansea - 09/12/15 - full day
Christmas Debt Merthyr Tydfil - 16/12/15 - full day
For more information:
Update on activities at Mid Powys Mind
Update on activities at Mid Powys Mind for Sept and Oct
http://midpowysmind.org.uk/data/uploads/mid-powys-mind-bulletin-sept-oct-2015.pdf
http://midpowysmind.org.uk/data/uploads/mid-powys-mind-bulletin-sept-oct-2015.pdf
Monday, 24 August 2015
PtHB Annual Report from Healthcare Inspectorate Wales 2014-15
Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) is the lead independent inspectorate for healthcare in Wales. Its purpose is to provide independent and objective assurance on the quality, safety and effectiveness of healthcare services making recommendations to healthcare organisations to promote improvements. This annual report has been produced by HIW as a summary of the activity that HIW carried out between 1 April 2014 and 31 March 2015 in the Powys Teaching Health Board area.
http://www.hiw.org.uk/
Job Vacancy - Mental Health Participation Officer
Mental Health Participation Officer
21 Hours per week Salary £1,223.60 per month Based in Llandrindod WellsThe purpose of this post is to support the Mental Health Team Manager to deliver and develop PAVO’s mental health participation activities so that people of all ages and communities in Powys are effectively engaged in the planning, delivery and evaluation of their local mental health services. The post is currently funded to 31st March 2016.
The closing date for applications is: 9am on Friday 11th September
Interviews for the post will be held w/c 21st September
Application packs are available from Lisa Banfield at PAVO on 01597 822191 or lisa.banfield@pavo.org.uk
For more information about PAVO see: www.pavo.org.uk and for information about the work of our Mental Health Team see: http://www.powysmentalhealth.org.uk/
Thursday, 20 August 2015
Update for Powys Broker Service and Infoengine - July 2015
The Broker Service is based each day in Powys People Direct and contributes to the multi-disciplinary response to adult social care calls.
Click here for the monthly project report Powys People Direct PPD Leaflet
Click here for the monthly project report Powys People Direct PPD Leaflet
Are you or your family affected by Tuberous Sclerosis Complex?
Tuberous Sclerosis Complex Wales Regional Support Group are holding an event on
Saturday 26th September 2015 10.30- 4.00 at
Institute of Medical Genetics, Heath Hospital, Cardiff, CF14 4XN
Research Update by Professor Julian Sampson & team, Cardiff University
Are you or your family affected by TSC?
Network with others and meet local families
Meet and learn from the Cardiff TSC team
Signposting to resources and organisations
Access to services
Places are limited: booking essential
For more information, and to book your place please contact: Jenny Jones (TSA Adviser Wales)
jenny.jones@tuberous-sclerosis.org OR call: 01239 710 054.
Saturday 26th September 2015 10.30- 4.00 at
Institute of Medical Genetics, Heath Hospital, Cardiff, CF14 4XN
Research Update by Professor Julian Sampson & team, Cardiff University
Are you or your family affected by TSC?
Network with others and meet local families
Meet and learn from the Cardiff TSC team
Signposting to resources and organisations
Access to services
Places are limited: booking essential
For more information, and to book your place please contact: Jenny Jones (TSA Adviser Wales)
jenny.jones@tuberous-sclerosis.org OR call: 01239 710 054.
Tandems & Tag-alongs for people with disabilities
Charlotte's Tandems (click to view website) lend, at no cost (i.e. for free), tandems and tag-alongs to (and only to) people with disabilities or additional needs, who are unable to ride a bike safely on their own, so that they can enjoy the wonders of cycling.
Smoke-Free Poster Competition Progress Update
The 5 finalists for the ‘Smokefree Playground Poster Competition’ are now live on the Powys Teaching Board website. The poster with the most votes will be made into signage and displayed on playgrounds across Powys.
Here is the link to vote http://www.powysthb.wales.nhs.uk/smokefree-playgrounds-posters?pollresults=62
Please have a look and vote for your favourite! (Closing date 5th September)
Here is the link to vote http://www.powysthb.wales.nhs.uk/smokefree-playgrounds-posters?pollresults=62
Please have a look and vote for your favourite! (Closing date 5th September)
Tuesday, 18 August 2015
PDAC - Offering Financial Support
Powys Drugs and Alcohol Centres (PDAC) is a long established local charitable organisation which was formed to provide a wide range of support for individuals living in Powys who are dependant on drugs, alcohol or other substances.
PDAC are offering financial support to Powys based voluntary organisations and community groups which provide - or aim to provide - activities which complement our objectives through initiatives which:
support individuals (and their families) resident in Powys who are directly affected by alcohol or substance misuse or
provide preventative or diversionary activity or
raise public awareness of the issues around drug and alcohol misuse
Interested organisations (which we would expect to be registered charities or appropriately constituted groups) should contact the PDAC Company Secretary in the first instance for further details about how to apply for financial support; which is expected to amount to a maximum of £2,000 per organisation.
Contact details are: Richard Jones – Company Secretary, PDAC
Email: company.sec.PDAC@gmail.com or write to PDAC at the above address.
PDAC are offering financial support to Powys based voluntary organisations and community groups which provide - or aim to provide - activities which complement our objectives through initiatives which:
support individuals (and their families) resident in Powys who are directly affected by alcohol or substance misuse or
provide preventative or diversionary activity or
raise public awareness of the issues around drug and alcohol misuse
Interested organisations (which we would expect to be registered charities or appropriately constituted groups) should contact the PDAC Company Secretary in the first instance for further details about how to apply for financial support; which is expected to amount to a maximum of £2,000 per organisation.
Contact details are: Richard Jones – Company Secretary, PDAC
Email: company.sec.PDAC@gmail.com or write to PDAC at the above address.
PAVO Job Vacancy - Development Officer (One Powys - Connecting Voices)
Powys Association Voluntary Organisations needs vibrant, committed people with passion, energy and positivity
Development Officer (One Powys – Connecting Voices) - to ensure that the voice of people with neurological conditions in Powys is heard and listened to by all appropriate agencies (14 hrs – 2 days a week)
This fixed term appointment is funded until 30th April 2017
Salary:- £9,788.80 per annum (£24,472 pro rata)
Base Llandrindod Wells or Newtown
Interviews to be held in Llandrindod Wells 11th September
Closing date for applications 4th September
Interested? Application packs are available from at PAVO
Tel: 01597 822191 or email lisa.banfield@pavo.org.uk
Development Officer (One Powys – Connecting Voices) - to ensure that the voice of people with neurological conditions in Powys is heard and listened to by all appropriate agencies (14 hrs – 2 days a week)
This fixed term appointment is funded until 30th April 2017
Salary:- £9,788.80 per annum (£24,472 pro rata)
Base Llandrindod Wells or Newtown
Interviews to be held in Llandrindod Wells 11th September
Closing date for applications 4th September
Interested? Application packs are available from at PAVO
Tel: 01597 822191 or email lisa.banfield@pavo.org.uk
PAVO Job Vacancy - Intermediate Care Volunteer Officer
Powys Association Voluntary Organisations needs vibrant, committed people with passion, energy and positivity
Intermediate Care Volunteer Officer - to recruit volunteers for health and social care organisations in the third sector (28 hrs - 4 days a week)
This fixed term appointment is funded until 31st March 2016.
Salary:- £19,577.60 per annum (£24,472 pro rata)
Base Llandrindod Wells or Newtown
Interviews to be held in Llandrindod Wells 11th September
Closing date for applications 4th September
Interested? Application packs are available from at PAVO
Tel: 01597 822191 or email lisa.banfield@pavo.org.uk
Intermediate Care Volunteer Officer - to recruit volunteers for health and social care organisations in the third sector (28 hrs - 4 days a week)
This fixed term appointment is funded until 31st March 2016.
Salary:- £19,577.60 per annum (£24,472 pro rata)
Base Llandrindod Wells or Newtown
Interviews to be held in Llandrindod Wells 11th September
Closing date for applications 4th September
Interested? Application packs are available from at PAVO
Tel: 01597 822191 or email lisa.banfield@pavo.org.uk
Monday, 17 August 2015
England - Future of Voluntary Sector in Health and Social Care
Consultation on future of voluntary sector in health and social care:
Two consultations which will help determine the future of the involvement of the voluntary sector in health and social care have been published.
http://www.civilsociety.co.uk/governance/news/content/20176/consultation_on_future_of_voluntary_sector_in_health_and_social_care_launches
Two consultations which will help determine the future of the involvement of the voluntary sector in health and social care have been published.
http://www.civilsociety.co.uk/governance/news/content/20176/consultation_on_future_of_voluntary_sector_in_health_and_social_care_launches
Latest news - Princess Royal and Royal Shrewsbury Hospital sites
Please find in the link below, the latest press release from the Future Fit programme.
http://collateral.vuelio.uk.com/RemoteStorage/StaffsCSS/RELEASES/907/NHS%20Future%20Fit.pdf
http://collateral.vuelio.uk.com/RemoteStorage/StaffsCSS/RELEASES/907/NHS%20Future%20Fit.pdf
Some Relevant Health & Social Care Newspaper Articles
Ambulance Responses
Cash Boost for Leg Club
Children & Elderly to be Hit by Cuts
Day Centre Memory Book Event
Dementia Related Articles
Falls Prevention Nurse
Flawed Care Handover - Lessons Learnt
Healthcare Issues Outlines in talks with Minister
Lives at risk fear in A&E shake up
Memories of Bonllys Hospital Book Launch
Cash Boost for Leg Club
Children & Elderly to be Hit by Cuts
Day Centre Memory Book Event
Dementia Related Articles
Falls Prevention Nurse
Flawed Care Handover - Lessons Learnt
Healthcare Issues Outlines in talks with Minister
Lives at risk fear in A&E shake up
Memories of Bonllys Hospital Book Launch
‘Smokefree Playground Poster Competition’
The 5 finalists for the ‘Smokefree Playground Poster Competition’ are now live on the Powys Teaching Board website. The poster with the most votes will be made into signage and displayed on playgrounds across Powys.
Here is the link to vote http://www.powysthb.wales.nhs.uk/smokefree-playgrounds-posters?pollresults=62
Please have a look and vote for your favourite! (Closing date 5th September)
Here is the link to vote http://www.powysthb.wales.nhs.uk/smokefree-playgrounds-posters?pollresults=62
Please have a look and vote for your favourite! (Closing date 5th September)
Fancy £1500 towards your community sport project?
South Powys Clubs and Associations
The deadline for the next round of Community Chest funding is fast approaching - Thursday Sept 3rd - so please hurry and submit your application form ASAP if your club wishes to apply for up to £1500 to deliver a scheme that will either increase participation or improve standards in your sport.
So far this year, they have received fewer applications than in previous years, which means there are plenty of funds left in the kitty and solid applications are highly likely to gain support. For further information please visit the Sport Wales website: http://sport.wales/funding--support/our-grants/community-chest.aspx
The deadline for the next round of Community Chest funding is fast approaching - Thursday Sept 3rd - so please hurry and submit your application form ASAP if your club wishes to apply for up to £1500 to deliver a scheme that will either increase participation or improve standards in your sport.
So far this year, they have received fewer applications than in previous years, which means there are plenty of funds left in the kitty and solid applications are highly likely to gain support. For further information please visit the Sport Wales website: http://sport.wales/funding--support/our-grants/community-chest.aspx
Please send your completed applications to: angela.williams@powys.gov.uk
Friday, 14 August 2015
Parents/Carers Forum Survey
A big "thank you" to all of you who have completed the online survey. If you have not yet had the opportunity of completing the form we are looking for organisations and parents/carers to register interest, state how much you would like to be involved and how best to communicate with you.
Please find attached a briefing note which explains how we are hoping to establish a Forum for Parents/Carers of children/young people with disabilities/complex health conditions.
Below you will find the links to the registration forms.
Parents/Carers Forum Survey - Registration for Individual Parents/Carers
Parents/Carers Forum Survey - Registration for Organisations interested in Supporting the Powys Parents/Carers Forum
Please find attached a briefing note which explains how we are hoping to establish a Forum for Parents/Carers of children/young people with disabilities/complex health conditions.
Below you will find the links to the registration forms.
Parents/Carers Forum Survey - Registration for Individual Parents/Carers
Parents/Carers Forum Survey - Registration for Organisations interested in Supporting the Powys Parents/Carers Forum
Registered Social Care Managers Forums September- October 2015
The Care Council has arranged the annual forums for registered managers to take place during September and October this year. The forums are open to all registered managers and are free of charge, however, if you apply for a place and cannot attend for any reason; please let them know beforehand so that they do not incur any unnecessary expense or waste of public money.
The forums this year will run for a full day; as well as providing you with information on important pieces of legislation and changes in the sector, each session will be interactive offering you an opportunity to explore issues and influence the work of the Care Council. Attendance at the forums can also be used towards your PTRL requirements.
The forums will be available through the medium of Welsh and English, it would be helpful to know your language preference prior to the events.
The dates and venues are as follows:
Wednesday 30th September
Media Resource Centre (MRC), Llandrindod Wells
Tuesday 6th October,
SWALEC Stadium, Cardiff
Wednesday 7th October
Ffos Las Racecourse, Carmarthen
Wednesday 14th October
Conwy Business Centre, Llandudno
Thursday 15th October
Catrin Finch Centre Glyndwr University, Wrexham
To request your place at one of these forums, please contact Ffyona Usher by Monday 14th September 2015 by emailing Ffyona Usher -ffyona.usher@ccwales.org.uk A light lunch will be provided.
The forums this year will run for a full day; as well as providing you with information on important pieces of legislation and changes in the sector, each session will be interactive offering you an opportunity to explore issues and influence the work of the Care Council. Attendance at the forums can also be used towards your PTRL requirements.
The forums will be available through the medium of Welsh and English, it would be helpful to know your language preference prior to the events.
The dates and venues are as follows:
Wednesday 30th September
Media Resource Centre (MRC), Llandrindod Wells
Tuesday 6th October,
SWALEC Stadium, Cardiff
Wednesday 7th October
Ffos Las Racecourse, Carmarthen
Wednesday 14th October
Conwy Business Centre, Llandudno
Thursday 15th October
Catrin Finch Centre Glyndwr University, Wrexham
To request your place at one of these forums, please contact Ffyona Usher by Monday 14th September 2015 by emailing Ffyona Usher -ffyona.usher@ccwales.org.uk A light lunch will be provided.
Active Inclusion Event
The Active Inclusion team is holding an advice surgery in your area to help organisations interested in accessing European Structural Funds to support economically inactive and long term unemployed people back towards the labour market.
The session is happening on –
Monday 24 August 2015 - Powys (Llandrindod Wells)
Please email activeinclusion@wcva.org.uk to book your place or visit their webpage for more information. They look forward to seeing you!
Strategic Equality Plans
Strategic Equality Plans – a joint consultation with partner bodies.
English – https://www.snapsurveys.com/wh/s.asp?k=143895599050 or http://bit.ly/1KVwk0x
Welsh – https://www.snapsurveys.com/wh/s.asp?k=143895623115 or http://bit.ly/1SZw0lX
This consultation runs from 17th August to 16th October
Audience: The consultation is open to all and they want to hear from as many people as possible. The consultation is about promoting fairness for all.
Area: Mid and West Wales.
Why are they consulting? The following organisations are reviewing their strategic equality plans (SEPs) and have come together to jointly consult:
Dyfed Powys Police; Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service; Welsh Ambulance Service NHS Trust; Hywel Dda University Health Board; Powys Teaching Health Board; the local authorities of Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and Powys; Pembrokeshire and Brecon Beacons national parks; Coleg Sir Gar and other further education colleges.
The SEPs are important policies that help organisations achieve fair outcomes. In particular, the plans are concerned with:
• Eliminating discrimination
• Advancing equality of opportunity
• Promoting good relations between people
SEPs are a requirement of the Equality Act 2010. The Act gives specific protection to people on the basis of their:
• Race
• Sex
• Age
• Religion and belief
• Sexual orientation
• Pregnancy or maternity
• Disability
• Gender reassignment
• Partnership status
The survey is designed so that people can give their views on the significance of the above in relation to important services or issues.
English – https://www.snapsurveys.com/wh/s.asp?k=143895599050 or http://bit.ly/1KVwk0x
Welsh – https://www.snapsurveys.com/wh/s.asp?k=143895623115 or http://bit.ly/1SZw0lX
This consultation runs from 17th August to 16th October
Audience: The consultation is open to all and they want to hear from as many people as possible. The consultation is about promoting fairness for all.
Area: Mid and West Wales.
Why are they consulting? The following organisations are reviewing their strategic equality plans (SEPs) and have come together to jointly consult:
Dyfed Powys Police; Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service; Welsh Ambulance Service NHS Trust; Hywel Dda University Health Board; Powys Teaching Health Board; the local authorities of Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and Powys; Pembrokeshire and Brecon Beacons national parks; Coleg Sir Gar and other further education colleges.
The SEPs are important policies that help organisations achieve fair outcomes. In particular, the plans are concerned with:
• Eliminating discrimination
• Advancing equality of opportunity
• Promoting good relations between people
SEPs are a requirement of the Equality Act 2010. The Act gives specific protection to people on the basis of their:
• Race
• Sex
• Age
• Religion and belief
• Sexual orientation
• Pregnancy or maternity
• Disability
• Gender reassignment
• Partnership status
The survey is designed so that people can give their views on the significance of the above in relation to important services or issues.
Tuesday, 11 August 2015
2 Day Courses with PAVO
We have a Governing Your Organisation course running on 8th & 9th Sept and a Getting the Best from your Volunteers course running on 7th & 8th October.
The costs for the courses are:
£40 - PAVO members
£80 - 3rd Sector, non PAVO members
£120 - All other / individuals
Governing your Organisation
Tuesday 8th & Wednesday 9th September
Venue: Unit 30 Ddole Road, Llandrindod Wells
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
Getting the Best from Your Volunteers
Date: 7th & 8th October 2015
By the end of the session, participants will:
understand what motivates and de-motivates volunteers
understand good practice in relation to support and supervision
recognise and be able to manage a variety of difficult situations
know when and how to terminate a volunteering relationship
be able to assess needs for training and development and recognise different ways of meeting these
know how to give appropriate recognition to volunteers
To book: Click here
The costs for the courses are:
£40 - PAVO members
£80 - 3rd Sector, non PAVO members
£120 - All other / individuals
Governing your Organisation
Tuesday 8th & Wednesday 9th September
Venue: Unit 30 Ddole Road, Llandrindod Wells
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
Getting the Best from Your Volunteers
Date: 7th & 8th October 2015
By the end of the session, participants will:
understand what motivates and de-motivates volunteers
understand good practice in relation to support and supervision
recognise and be able to manage a variety of difficult situations
know when and how to terminate a volunteering relationship
be able to assess needs for training and development and recognise different ways of meeting these
know how to give appropriate recognition to volunteers
To book: Click here
Hope Pregnancy Crisis Centre closing down
Due to decrease in demand for their service Hope Pregnancy Crisis Centre committee has made the difficult decision to close down the Centre. Should you wish to access a similar service they are aware of centres operating in Ludlow and Wrexham; both can be accessed via www.pregnancychoicesdirectory.com
Award Winning Healthcare in the Rural Heart of Wales & PtHB AGM
Powys teaching Health Board would like to extend a very warm invitation to everyone to attend a Powys teaching Health Board event.
'Award Winning Healthcare int he Rural Heart of Wales'
incorporating the Annual General Meeting and presentations from their staff.
Thursday 17 September 2015 1pm-4pm
Hafod y Hendre, Royal Welsh Showground, Builth LD2 3SY
Presentations include:
Virtual Wards, Neuro Equipment, Lymphoedema Service and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
The afternoon will include an interactive session based on Healthy Behavious presented by Stuart Bourne from Public Health Wales.
Confirm your attendance by Friday 7 Sep to Bethan.davies8@wales.nhs.uk
01874 712553
Monday, 10 August 2015
Powys Carers Service newsletter
If any organisation would like to put an article about their services or events that would be of interest/ relevance to Carers in their next newsletter please send them to lucy@powyscarers.org.uk by Monday 24th August. We would appreciate it if the articles were bilingual ( English/ Welsh).
The newsletter will go out in September. Contact lucy@powyscarers.org.uk Tel: 01597 823 800
www.powyscarers.org.uk
The newsletter will go out in September. Contact lucy@powyscarers.org.uk Tel: 01597 823 800
www.powyscarers.org.uk
Advance Statements for Crisis Planning
Possibly for the first time in history, the new Mental Health Act Code of Practice (April 2015), for England, has included a section that puts a responsibility on Mental Health Practitioners to encourage‘patients’ to set out their wishes in advance as ‘statements’ or ‘decisions’. While advance statements are not legally binding professionals are advised that they ‘should make all practical efforts to comply with these preferences and explain to patients why their preferences have not been met.’ Read on .....
http://powysmentalhealth.
http://powysmentalhealth.
Good Vibrations Drumming Group - Alzheimers Society
Try Something New South Gwynedd North Ceredigion Good Vibrations Drumming Group This group is open to both people with dementia and their carer.s
Canolfan Padarn Llanbadarn Road Aberystwyth SY23 3QP Weekly commencing Wednesday 9 September Wednesday 4 November 2.00pm - 4.00pm Please note there will be no session on Wed 7 October.
This is an opportunity for people living with dementia and their carers to experience the thrill of drumming. Informal and relaxed, the sessions will offer the chance to learn the basics of drumming and to have fun as a group united by rhythm. Come and meet new friends and have a chat and a cup of tea.
This course is free of charge Booking is essential as places may be limited. To book your place or to find out further information, please contact Louise Bugeja Group Co-ordinator on 07715 802631 or email louise.bugeja@alzheimers.org.uk
Canolfan Padarn Llanbadarn Road Aberystwyth SY23 3QP Weekly commencing Wednesday 9 September Wednesday 4 November 2.00pm - 4.00pm Please note there will be no session on Wed 7 October.
This is an opportunity for people living with dementia and their carers to experience the thrill of drumming. Informal and relaxed, the sessions will offer the chance to learn the basics of drumming and to have fun as a group united by rhythm. Come and meet new friends and have a chat and a cup of tea.
This course is free of charge Booking is essential as places may be limited. To book your place or to find out further information, please contact Louise Bugeja Group Co-ordinator on 07715 802631 or email louise.bugeja@alzheimers.org.uk
Music & Memories in Machynlleth - Alzehimers Society
Try Something New North Ceredigion and South Gwynedd Music and Memories Machynlleth Bowling Club, Llynlloedd Lane, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8AU
To run weekly Tuesday 8 September - Tuesday 17 November 11.00am - 1.00pm . This group is open to both people with dementia and their carers. Please note one week off Tuesday 6 October
This is an opportunity for people living with dementia and their carers to experience the joy of singing. Informal and relaxed, the sessions will offer the chance to sing some old favourites as well as learning some simple new songs. Come and meet new friends and have a chat and a cup of tea.
This course is free of charge Booking is essential as places may be limited.
To book your place or to find out further information, please contact Louise Bugeja Group Co-ordinator on 07715 802631 or email louise.bugeja@alzheimers.org.uk
To run weekly Tuesday 8 September - Tuesday 17 November 11.00am - 1.00pm . This group is open to both people with dementia and their carers. Please note one week off Tuesday 6 October
This is an opportunity for people living with dementia and their carers to experience the joy of singing. Informal and relaxed, the sessions will offer the chance to sing some old favourites as well as learning some simple new songs. Come and meet new friends and have a chat and a cup of tea.
This course is free of charge Booking is essential as places may be limited.
To book your place or to find out further information, please contact Louise Bugeja Group Co-ordinator on 07715 802631 or email louise.bugeja@alzheimers.org.uk
Free screening awareness training
In partnership with the National Screening team, Powys Public Health Wales are delivering three training sessions (mid, north and south Powys) in September.
The purpose of the training is to deliver key messages about:
Breast screening
Cervical screening
Bowel screening
Abdominal aortic aneurysm screening
The training will also demonstrate how to support the Screening for Life campaign and plan awareness raising events and activities in the local community/workplaces.
22nd September - Trefonnen school, Llandrindod
25th September - Newtown Hospital
The purpose of the training is to deliver key messages about:
Breast screening
Cervical screening
Bowel screening
Abdominal aortic aneurysm screening
The training will also demonstrate how to support the Screening for Life campaign and plan awareness raising events and activities in the local community/workplaces.
22nd September - Trefonnen school, Llandrindod
25th September - Newtown Hospital
16th September - Ystradgynlais hospital
The training is open to HB staff, local authority and third sector.
Telephone: 029 2078 7982 Dafydd.snelling@wales.nhs.uk
The training is open to HB staff, local authority and third sector.
Telephone: 029 2078 7982 Dafydd.snelling@wales.nhs.uk
Brecon Dementia Friendly Community is a finalist in Dementia Friendly Awards!
Brecon Dementia Friendly Community is a finalist in the Outstanding Contribution to Dementia Friendly Communities category of the Dementia Friendly Awards England and Wales 2015 http://www.alzheimers.org.uk/
Want to know more? Here are 2 short films about some of their activities: http://www.powys.
Preventing homelessness: a seminar of good practice
A seminar of best practice
Tuesday 29 September 2015, Merthyr Tydfil
Preventing homelessness has rarely been more challenging for all agencies working to keep people in their homes. Yet there are some brilliant services achieving amazing results in these austerity-driven times.
Supported by the Oak Foundation, our event, Preventing homelessness: a seminar of good practice is bringing together some of the most innovative approaches to homelessness prevention from across Wales and the UK.
‘Temporary Accommodation Survival Guide’, a resource to help people cope and increase their chances of making it through to settled accommodation, will be launched at the event. The Guide has been developed by people who have been in temporary accommodation themselves and know first-hand what the pitfalls are.
Hear about the results of their research on prison leavers and people with autism.
Fee £50, free places for service users. http://us7.campaign-archive1.com/?u=292baa835dba10b6ad2693375&id=af8dd4c2f4&e=166efe63d9
Tuesday 29 September 2015, Merthyr Tydfil
Preventing homelessness has rarely been more challenging for all agencies working to keep people in their homes. Yet there are some brilliant services achieving amazing results in these austerity-driven times.
Supported by the Oak Foundation, our event, Preventing homelessness: a seminar of good practice is bringing together some of the most innovative approaches to homelessness prevention from across Wales and the UK.
‘Temporary Accommodation Survival Guide’, a resource to help people cope and increase their chances of making it through to settled accommodation, will be launched at the event. The Guide has been developed by people who have been in temporary accommodation themselves and know first-hand what the pitfalls are.
Hear about the results of their research on prison leavers and people with autism.
Fee £50, free places for service users. http://us7.campaign-archive1.com/?u=292baa835dba10b6ad2693375&id=af8dd4c2f4&e=166efe63d9
Latest Powys Health and Well Being updates - Bronllys Community Hospital Grounds
The main topic is on how Powys Health and Well Being are progressing in partnership with Powys teaching Health Board and Powys County Council to enable Community Benefit Organisation to take over the grounds of Bronllys Community Hospital.
https://www.facebook.com/1527688794186118/photos/a.1527699387518392.1073741827.1527688794186118/1611329139155416/?type=1&theater
https://www.facebook.com/1527688794186118/photos/a.1527699387518392.1073741827.1527688794186118/1611329139155416/?type=1&theater
Service User/ Carer Representative - All Wales Posture & Mobility Partnership Board
Welsh Health Specialised Services Committee (WHSSC) are currently seeking nominations for individuals to become members of the All Wales Posture & Mobility Partnership Board, and the Stakeholder Reference Working Group.
This is an opportunity for those individuals who are either a current or previous wheelchair user or care for someone who uses a wheelchair to represent the views of service users and carers.
WHSSC are looking for individuals who can demonstrate that they are able to:
· Represent the views and perspectives of service users
· Attend and contribute to Partnership Board meetings
· Actively consult and engage with service users
· Communicate and feed back to service users the work of the Partnership Board.
Further information relating to the Partnership Board and its membership is available in the attached information leaflet.
If you are interested in becoming a member of the Partnership Board and have the skills and experience needed, please complete the nomination form and email it to WHSSC.GeneralEnquiries@wales.nhs.uk
Alternatively you can post your application to the following address:
WHSSC, Unit 3a, Caerphilly Business Park, Caerphilly, CF38 3ED.
The closing date for applications is 10th September 2015.
This is an opportunity for those individuals who are either a current or previous wheelchair user or care for someone who uses a wheelchair to represent the views of service users and carers.
WHSSC are looking for individuals who can demonstrate that they are able to:
· Represent the views and perspectives of service users
· Attend and contribute to Partnership Board meetings
· Actively consult and engage with service users
· Communicate and feed back to service users the work of the Partnership Board.
Further information relating to the Partnership Board and its membership is available in the attached information leaflet.
If you are interested in becoming a member of the Partnership Board and have the skills and experience needed, please complete the nomination form and email it to WHSSC.GeneralEnquiries@wales.nhs.uk
Alternatively you can post your application to the following address:
WHSSC, Unit 3a, Caerphilly Business Park, Caerphilly, CF38 3ED.
The closing date for applications is 10th September 2015.
Wednesday, 5 August 2015
Smoking in Prisons / Public Health Bill: Next Stage / EU Tobacco Products Directive
ASH Wales Cymru, action on smoking and health, latest newsletter
http://us5.campaign-archive1.com/?u=dc40c73deed6b814c75c7f4ea&id=1b914fddb3&e=9644b93e15
http://us5.campaign-archive1.com/?u=dc40c73deed6b814c75c7f4ea&id=1b914fddb3&e=9644b93e15
Board of Community Health Councils
The Board of Community Health Councils is looking to recruit a Chair and two independent members through Public Appointments is now open. Please notify interested parties/networks.
Chair – https://cymru-wales.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-3/brand-2/xf-5864e0c87ea9/candidate/so/pm/1/pl/8/opp/1018-Chair-Board-of-Community-Health-Councils-in-Wales/en-GB
https://cymru-wales.tal.net/vx/lang-cy/mobile-0/appcentre-3/brand-2/xf-5864e0c87ea9/candidate/so/pm/1/pl/8/opp/1018-Chair-Board-of-Community-Health-Councils-in-Wales/en-GB
Independent Members – https://cymru-wales.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-3/brand-2/xf-5864e0c87ea9/candidate/so/pm/1/pl/8/opp/1019-Independent-Members-Board-of-Community-Health-Councils-in-Wales/en-GB
https://cymru-wales.tal.net/vx/lang-cy/mobile-0/appcentre-3/brand-2/xf-5864e0c87ea9/candidate/so/pm/1/pl/8/opp/1019-Independent-Members-Board-of-Community-Health-Councils-in-Wales/en-GB
Cabinet Office website : http://publicappointments.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/appointment/chair-board-community-health-councils-wales-copy/
http://publicappointments.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/appointment/independent-members-board-community-health-councils-wales-2/
Chair – https://cymru-wales.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-3/brand-2/xf-5864e0c87ea9/candidate/so/pm/1/pl/8/opp/1018-Chair-Board-of-Community-Health-Councils-in-Wales/en-GB
https://cymru-wales.tal.net/vx/lang-cy/mobile-0/appcentre-3/brand-2/xf-5864e0c87ea9/candidate/so/pm/1/pl/8/opp/1018-Chair-Board-of-Community-Health-Councils-in-Wales/en-GB
Independent Members – https://cymru-wales.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/mobile-0/appcentre-3/brand-2/xf-5864e0c87ea9/candidate/so/pm/1/pl/8/opp/1019-Independent-Members-Board-of-Community-Health-Councils-in-Wales/en-GB
https://cymru-wales.tal.net/vx/lang-cy/mobile-0/appcentre-3/brand-2/xf-5864e0c87ea9/candidate/so/pm/1/pl/8/opp/1019-Independent-Members-Board-of-Community-Health-Councils-in-Wales/en-GB
Cabinet Office website : http://publicappointments.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/appointment/chair-board-community-health-councils-wales-copy/
http://publicappointments.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/appointment/independent-members-board-community-health-councils-wales-2/
Free Hate Crime Awareness Sessions
PAVO is hosting two free training sessions delivered by Victim Support at the Conference Room, Unit 30, Ddole Road Enterprise Park, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 6DF. The training will be on Monday 21st September 2015 with a choice of 10.00am to 12.00pm or 2.00 pm to 4.00 pm
A hate crime or hate incident is committed because of who you are or who someone thinks you are. Quite simply, if because of your age, disability, sexuality, religion, ethnicity, gender(including gender identity) or lifestyle choice (e.g. Goth) someone or a group of people targets you, commits a crime against you, bullies you or harasses you, then this is a hate crime or hate incident.
The training will -
Give information on the different types of Hate Crimes and Incidents
Inform of the impact on victims and the support available.
Set out the ways in which to report Hate Crimes and Hate Incidents
The training may demonstrate to grant aid bodies that your organisation is carrying out work to achieve your Equality Policy. A General Duty of the Equality Act 2010 is to 'Eliminate discrimination, harassment and victimisation.'
To book a place, click here
A hate crime or hate incident is committed because of who you are or who someone thinks you are. Quite simply, if because of your age, disability, sexuality, religion, ethnicity, gender(including gender identity) or lifestyle choice (e.g. Goth) someone or a group of people targets you, commits a crime against you, bullies you or harasses you, then this is a hate crime or hate incident.
The training will -
Give information on the different types of Hate Crimes and Incidents
Inform of the impact on victims and the support available.
Set out the ways in which to report Hate Crimes and Hate Incidents
The training may demonstrate to grant aid bodies that your organisation is carrying out work to achieve your Equality Policy. A General Duty of the Equality Act 2010 is to 'Eliminate discrimination, harassment and victimisation.'
To book a place, click here
Tuesday, 4 August 2015
New Service for Powys: RNIB’s Eye Care Liaison Officer
Keira Brooks is Powys’ new Eye Care Liaison Officer (ECLO). Kiera offers support, information and guidance to anyone in Powys affected by sight loss. More information is available on the attached flyers.
Keira Brooks, Eye Care Liaison Officer
m: 07701 295138 t: 01597 827772 e: keira.brooks@rnib.org.uk
Kiera’s focus has been on designing a rural community version of the traditional clinic-based ECLO role. Due to the geography of Powys it has become apparent that both primary and secondary care should be given equal standing in the identification and support of patients. This is unique to Powys. In other areas, ECLO’s work is primarily, if not entirely, within secondary care. Working within primary care means ECLO patients are identified at the earliest opportunity and can be supported throughout their eye care journey. It also means that patients who are not using secondary care services, or who have been discharged, can also access ECLO support.
Due to the vast area Powys covers the ECLO will only attend the clinics in south and mid Powys. A telephone support service will be operating for north Powys patients. In year two of the project the capacity and scope of the ECLO will be reviewed and consideration given to expanding the reach to north Powys clinics.
Keira Brooks, Eye Care Liaison Officer
m: 07701 295138 t: 01597 827772 e: keira.brooks@rnib.org.uk
Kiera’s focus has been on designing a rural community version of the traditional clinic-based ECLO role. Due to the geography of Powys it has become apparent that both primary and secondary care should be given equal standing in the identification and support of patients. This is unique to Powys. In other areas, ECLO’s work is primarily, if not entirely, within secondary care. Working within primary care means ECLO patients are identified at the earliest opportunity and can be supported throughout their eye care journey. It also means that patients who are not using secondary care services, or who have been discharged, can also access ECLO support.
Due to the vast area Powys covers the ECLO will only attend the clinics in south and mid Powys. A telephone support service will be operating for north Powys patients. In year two of the project the capacity and scope of the ECLO will be reviewed and consideration given to expanding the reach to north Powys clinics.
Monday, 3 August 2015
Visiting the Eisteddfod in Meifod?
Visit us on the Eisteddfod maes. Stands M44-M46 with WCVA & local Powys groups. Loads happening each day. Here is the programme for each day
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