Tuesday 31 July 2018
Free Part-Time Access Course from The Open University in Wales
Do you know learners who are ready to take the first steps into higher education?
To open up higher education, The Open University in Wales is offering a number of free places on the People, work and society Access course for people living in targeted postcode areas* in Wales. This project is funded by the three Reaching Wider partnerships in Wales.
These courses are delivered part-time through distance learning, and are very flexible for learners.
After completing the Open University course, students will be able to either continue their studies with The Open University or will be guaranteed an interview at one of the partner institutions.
Places for this project are limited so please pass the course information on to any learners who may want to apply as soon as possible.
· Learners need to live in eligible postcode areas
Those who aren’t eligible for this project, but are on a low household income may be able to secure other funding for study through The Open University
Apply now: Learners can find out if they are eligible, request more information and an application pack through this webform .
Sponsored places will fill up soon, the Access course starts in October 2018.
We are taking applications now!
Further information: wales-partnerships@open.ac.uk
To open up higher education, The Open University in Wales is offering a number of free places on the People, work and society Access course for people living in targeted postcode areas* in Wales. This project is funded by the three Reaching Wider partnerships in Wales.
These courses are delivered part-time through distance learning, and are very flexible for learners.
After completing the Open University course, students will be able to either continue their studies with The Open University or will be guaranteed an interview at one of the partner institutions.
Places for this project are limited so please pass the course information on to any learners who may want to apply as soon as possible.
· Learners need to live in eligible postcode areas
Those who aren’t eligible for this project, but are on a low household income may be able to secure other funding for study through The Open University
Apply now: Learners can find out if they are eligible, request more information and an application pack through this webform .
Sponsored places will fill up soon, the Access course starts in October 2018.
We are taking applications now!
Further information: wales-partnerships@open.ac.uk
PAVO Training during August & September 2018
We have four training courses running in August and September, 'What makes a great funding bid', 'GDPR', 'Chairing Skills' and 'Social Media' -
What makes a great funding bid?
14th August 2018 2.00 pm - 3.00 pm Webinar (free)
In this webinar we’ll be sharing timesaving and practical insights to give your organisation the edge in an increasingly competitive funding environment. Join us if you are just starting fundraising for your organisation or if you are looking to hone your skills. To register please click here
GDPR Training
4th September 2018 10.00 am-12.30 pm (half day) Llandrindod Wells
Cost: £10 (PAVO members), £20 (non PAVO members), £30 (All other/individuals)
Not exciting, but essential training
What is GDPR?
GDPR is a 21st century approach to data protection, it aims to provide more protection for individuals and therefore more privacy obligations for organisations. Help protect privacy and avoid potential fines by signing up to our webinars, or attending our training, and keep your organisation up to speed.
You will learn about:
Legal responsibilities under the new legislation
Performing a data inventory
Deciding on legal portals for using data
Writing privacy notices and obtaining consent
Resources and templates
To book a place please click here
Chairing Skills
Friday, 7th September 2018 10.00 am - 1.00 pm (half day)
Gregynog Hall, Tregynon, Newtown SY16 3PL
Cost: £10 (PAVO members), £20 (non PAVO members), £30 (All other/individuals)
Content: Meetings are one of the key ways in which the work of a voluntary organisation is progressed, so ensuring they are chaired efficiently and professionally is really important. This course will help you to understand how to plan and run effective meetings, whether you are a volunteer or a paid worker.
Learning outcomes:
By the end of the session, participants will be able to:
identify the role of the chair and consider the knowledge and skills required
understand the preparation and planning needed for success
identify tools to work towards a successful meeting
Who this course is for
Individuals who are new to the role of the Chair, or existing Chairs who want to refresh their knowledge. To book onto this course please click here
Social MediaTraining
We've all heard how valuable social media can be for raising the profile of your organisation but taking the plunge can be overwhelming, from knowing your hashtag etiquette to building a network that provides real value for your organisation, don’t worry—our quick starter will get you from scratch to social media savvy.
We’re running 2 sessions in September and October to take you through from start up to advanced. We’ll be running an advanced session in December for those of you who have taken part in the first 2 or want to take your social media to the next level.
Quick Start to Social Media
Wednesday, 26th September
10.00 am – 12.30 pm (PAVO, Unit 30 Ddole Road Enterprise Park, Llandrindod Wells) or
2.00 pm - 4.30 pm (Plas Dolerw, Newtown)
#Moving On
Wednesday, 24th October
10.00 am – 12.30 pm (PAVO, Unit 30 Ddole Road Enterprise Park, Llandrindod Wells or
2.00 pm – 4.30 pm (Plas Dolerw, Newtown)
Book on both Quick Start and #Moving On for £15 or individually for £10 each PAVO members/£40 and £25 individually non PAVO members
To book online please click here
What makes a great funding bid?
14th August 2018 2.00 pm - 3.00 pm Webinar (free)
In this webinar we’ll be sharing timesaving and practical insights to give your organisation the edge in an increasingly competitive funding environment. Join us if you are just starting fundraising for your organisation or if you are looking to hone your skills. To register please click here
GDPR Training
4th September 2018 10.00 am-12.30 pm (half day) Llandrindod Wells
Cost: £10 (PAVO members), £20 (non PAVO members), £30 (All other/individuals)
Not exciting, but essential training
What is GDPR?
GDPR is a 21st century approach to data protection, it aims to provide more protection for individuals and therefore more privacy obligations for organisations. Help protect privacy and avoid potential fines by signing up to our webinars, or attending our training, and keep your organisation up to speed.
You will learn about:
Legal responsibilities under the new legislation
Performing a data inventory
Deciding on legal portals for using data
Writing privacy notices and obtaining consent
Resources and templates
To book a place please click here
Chairing Skills
Friday, 7th September 2018 10.00 am - 1.00 pm (half day)
Gregynog Hall, Tregynon, Newtown SY16 3PL
Cost: £10 (PAVO members), £20 (non PAVO members), £30 (All other/individuals)
Content: Meetings are one of the key ways in which the work of a voluntary organisation is progressed, so ensuring they are chaired efficiently and professionally is really important. This course will help you to understand how to plan and run effective meetings, whether you are a volunteer or a paid worker.
Learning outcomes:
By the end of the session, participants will be able to:
identify the role of the chair and consider the knowledge and skills required
understand the preparation and planning needed for success
identify tools to work towards a successful meeting
Who this course is for
Individuals who are new to the role of the Chair, or existing Chairs who want to refresh their knowledge. To book onto this course please click here
Social MediaTraining
We've all heard how valuable social media can be for raising the profile of your organisation but taking the plunge can be overwhelming, from knowing your hashtag etiquette to building a network that provides real value for your organisation, don’t worry—our quick starter will get you from scratch to social media savvy.
We’re running 2 sessions in September and October to take you through from start up to advanced. We’ll be running an advanced session in December for those of you who have taken part in the first 2 or want to take your social media to the next level.
Quick Start to Social Media
Wednesday, 26th September
10.00 am – 12.30 pm (PAVO, Unit 30 Ddole Road Enterprise Park, Llandrindod Wells) or
2.00 pm - 4.30 pm (Plas Dolerw, Newtown)
#Moving On
Wednesday, 24th October
10.00 am – 12.30 pm (PAVO, Unit 30 Ddole Road Enterprise Park, Llandrindod Wells or
2.00 pm – 4.30 pm (Plas Dolerw, Newtown)
Book on both Quick Start and #Moving On for £15 or individually for £10 each PAVO members/£40 and £25 individually non PAVO members
To book online please click here
Let us know the PAVO Training you want
Thank you for all those who have taken the time to let us know the training that you want. If you haven't already it would be great to get your view, please click here. The 2018/2019 training programme is out late August.
Alzheimers Society seeking Volunteers - Side by Side
Alzheimers Society are looking for Side by Side volunteers in the following areas:
- Llanwrtyd Wells
- Brecon
- Crickhowell
- Hay on Wye
- Talgarth
- Builth Wells
- Llandrindod Wells
- Sennybridge
Side by Side offers invaluable, person centred opportunities for people living with dementia. You could enable someone to take part in social and recreational activities – staying connected to the things they love. Your involvement will enable people with dementia, help them feel less isolated or lonely and focus on their individual strengths.
https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering
07740455379
rhiannon.donnelly@alzheimers.org.uk
alzheimers.org.uk facebook.com/alzheimerssocietycymru Twitter: @AlzSocCymru
- Llanwrtyd Wells
- Brecon
- Crickhowell
- Hay on Wye
- Talgarth
- Builth Wells
- Llandrindod Wells
- Sennybridge
Side by Side offers invaluable, person centred opportunities for people living with dementia. You could enable someone to take part in social and recreational activities – staying connected to the things they love. Your involvement will enable people with dementia, help them feel less isolated or lonely and focus on their individual strengths.
https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/get-involved/volunteering
07740455379
rhiannon.donnelly@alzheimers.org.uk
alzheimers.org.uk facebook.com/alzheimerssocietycymru Twitter: @AlzSocCymru
Monday 30 July 2018
Age Cymru Powys - Farming for Life Survey
Age Cymru Powys and Care and Repair Powys are working together to look at the issues of farming as people get older. They're conducting a survey on Farming for Life and your input would be greatly appreciated. They hope that this will develop into a project to support farmers later in life.
If you would like to know more or would like to get involved then they would love to hear from you - please do not hesitate to call them on: 01597 825908 or email them on: enquiries@acpowys.org.uk
https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/YXPMBKG
If you would like to know more or would like to get involved then they would love to hear from you - please do not hesitate to call them on: 01597 825908 or email them on: enquiries@acpowys.org.uk
https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/YXPMBKG
Substance Misuse & Older Adults
Do you come in to contact with older adults who are affected by substance misuse?
Would you be interested in learning how to deliver specialist training in your local area?
Through our FREE training, you will learn how to deliver informative courses and support local services on how to recognise, respond and refer older adults who are experiencing substance misuse problems.
If you are interested in attending these tailored Train-theTrainer courses that will enable you to deliver training on substance misuse and older adults, you will need to have basic substance misuse awareness and training skills.
4 in 5 ADULTS OVER 50 at risk from their drinking HAD NEVER BEEN ASKED about their drinking by family, friends or health workers
In Wales, the ageing population (over 50’s) is more pronounced than anywhere else in the UK and is forecast to increase to 41 per cent by 2020.
It has also been identified that this age group are more likely to experience substance misuse problems than any other age group, placing greater demands on health and social care services.
Drink Wise, Age Well report that 74 per cent of respondents (over 50’s) from their UK wide survey cannot correctly identify the recommended drink limits.
The APoSM report on Substance Misuse in an Ageing Population identified that 87 per cent of people in Wales aged 65 plus report regularly taking prescribed medicines for a year or more.
Learn how to recognise, respond and refer and help support those in your community who are affected by substance misuse.
Any questions in relation to training please contact the project coordinator on Jamie.bradbourne@barod.cymru | 07585 703131 For further details on Think Wise, Age Well please use the following link: http://dacw.co.uk/en/think-wise-age-well/
Would you be interested in learning how to deliver specialist training in your local area?
Through our FREE training, you will learn how to deliver informative courses and support local services on how to recognise, respond and refer older adults who are experiencing substance misuse problems.
If you are interested in attending these tailored Train-theTrainer courses that will enable you to deliver training on substance misuse and older adults, you will need to have basic substance misuse awareness and training skills.
4 in 5 ADULTS OVER 50 at risk from their drinking HAD NEVER BEEN ASKED about their drinking by family, friends or health workers
In Wales, the ageing population (over 50’s) is more pronounced than anywhere else in the UK and is forecast to increase to 41 per cent by 2020.
It has also been identified that this age group are more likely to experience substance misuse problems than any other age group, placing greater demands on health and social care services.
Drink Wise, Age Well report that 74 per cent of respondents (over 50’s) from their UK wide survey cannot correctly identify the recommended drink limits.
The APoSM report on Substance Misuse in an Ageing Population identified that 87 per cent of people in Wales aged 65 plus report regularly taking prescribed medicines for a year or more.
Learn how to recognise, respond and refer and help support those in your community who are affected by substance misuse.
Any questions in relation to training please contact the project coordinator on Jamie.bradbourne@barod.cymru | 07585 703131 For further details on Think Wise, Age Well please use the following link: http://dacw.co.uk/en/think-wise-age-well/
Get Newtown Moving - 18 August 2018
10.30am - 3.00pm - FREE EVENT AT THE PARK (next to Oriel Davies Gallery, Newtown)
Befrienders Pop-Up Cafe
Sports & Leisure Activities - Zumba - Sports Day Races - Children's Play Activities
Picnic in the Park 12 -2 (Bring your own food or buy a picnic box from the cafe)
For more information contact 01597 822191
Befrienders Pop-Up Cafe
Sports & Leisure Activities - Zumba - Sports Day Races - Children's Play Activities
Picnic in the Park 12 -2 (Bring your own food or buy a picnic box from the cafe)
For more information contact 01597 822191
Wednesday 25 July 2018
Finance Officer & Fundraiser - CARAD
Finance Officer and Fundraiser, two days a week (14 hours,
9.30am- 4.30 pm on Tuesday or Wednesday and Friday.) £18,200 pro rata.
CARAD (Community Arts Rhayader And District) is a small independent charity
which does Arts and Heritage work in Mid Wales. We own two buildings on the
outskirts of Rhayader, one of which is Rhayader Museum and Gallery. We need a Finance Officer and Fundraiser to support the Directors in routine finance and accounting tasks as well as fundraising for the organisation. You will also be responsible for opening and closing the Museum and occasionally supervising experienced volunteers on Fridays.
Sage, basic payroll, excel and fundraising experience
needed. Experience in the third sector desirable. Good inter personal skills, flexibility
and the ability to work in a team as well as on your own essential.
Please email all@carad.org.uk
for further details.
Apply with CV and covering letter by 30th July
2018 with names of 2 referees including current or last employer. References
will not be taken up unless you are successful. Interview 10th
August.
Tuesday 24 July 2018
Sage & Thyme Foundation Level Training Course
Powys Teaching Health Board, in partnership with care homes and the voluntary sector is introducing Sage & Thyme training, a method of teaching the communication skills required to provide psychological support to people who are concerned or distressed, by recognising, listening and responding to their concerns.
These half-day foundation level training is relevant to all staff who manage complaints, from the very informal at ward or departmental level, whether this be from patients or staff members, to formal complaints through the ‘Putting Things Right’ process.
25 September 2018 - Ystradgynlais (1 space available)
16 October 2018 – North Y Plas, Machynlleth
14 November 2018 – Llandrindod Wells
22 January 2019 – Basil Webb, Bronlly Hospital
12 February 2019 – tbc
19 March 2019 – PAVO, Llandrindod Wells
TIME: 12.30 Registration Prompt start 13.00 to 16.00 hrs
Booking essential (see below)
(N.B. if you are late you will not be able to take part!)
Be one of the first to lead the way - to book a place please contact:
For PAVO/Independent Care Home Staff: Online booking form
(Or alternatively email ruth.middleton@pavo.org.uk )
For Health Board Staff: Internal ESR system
To watch a video and see more information follow the link; http://www.sageandthymetraining.org.uk/about
Places are limited so please book.
Evaluations from the first session in February, almost without exception, said the course was good or very good and identified several key points that they could use in their everyday practice to improve communication and bring difficult discussions to a satisfactory conclusion.
Future Generations service design guidance
The Future Generations Commissioner has just published a Future Generations Framework for service design: https://futuregenerations.wales/documents/future-generations-framework-service-design/
The framework is applicable to third sector service design. It has some wider implications for commissioning/procurement practice too.
The framework is applicable to third sector service design. It has some wider implications for commissioning/procurement practice too.
Day First Aid Places available
There are 6 places available on the next 1 day first aid course running at the Llandrindod PAVO offices.
1 day First aid course
31st July
9.30am-4.00pm
Location PAVO offices, Llandrindod
Reduced cost for 3rd sector groups is £45 per person
1 day First aid course
31st July
9.30am-4.00pm
Location PAVO offices, Llandrindod
Reduced cost for 3rd sector groups is £45 per person
Contact: michael.entwisle@pavo.org.uk Ffôn/Phone: 01597 828651
Ffôn Teithiol/Mob: 07584 490191
Ffôn Teithiol/Mob: 07584 490191
Monday 23 July 2018
An easy guide to Lasting Powers of Attorney and Mental Capacity, an Easy Guide
LPA
English http://www.olderpeoplewales.com/en/news/news/16-01-04/An_Easy_Guide_to_Lasting_Powers_of_Attorney.aspx
Welsh http://www.olderpeoplewales.com/wl/news/news/16-01-04/An_Easy_Guide_to_Lasting_Powers_of_Attorney.aspx
Mental Capacity Guide
English http://www.olderpeoplewales.com/en/Publications/pub-story/18-06-01/Mental_Capacity_An_Easy_Guide.aspx
Welsh http://www.olderpeoplewales.com/wl/Publications/pub-story/18-06-01/Mental_Capacity_An_Easy_Guide.aspx
English http://www.olderpeoplewales.com/en/news/news/16-01-04/An_Easy_Guide_to_Lasting_Powers_of_Attorney.aspx
Welsh http://www.olderpeoplewales.com/wl/news/news/16-01-04/An_Easy_Guide_to_Lasting_Powers_of_Attorney.aspx
Mental Capacity Guide
English http://www.olderpeoplewales.com/en/Publications/pub-story/18-06-01/Mental_Capacity_An_Easy_Guide.aspx
Welsh http://www.olderpeoplewales.com/wl/Publications/pub-story/18-06-01/Mental_Capacity_An_Easy_Guide.aspx
BBNPA Community Development Officer based in Brecon
Grade 8: £23,111 - £24,463 per annum, pro rata
Fixed Term Contract - 2 years
22.2 hours per week
Job Purpose: To encourage and support community organisations within the Brecon Beacons National Park in developing locally-led projects with special regard to sustaninable development and access for all. To help develop BBNPA capacity for inclusion and disability equality.
Main Duties: To assist and encourage local people and gorups in initiationg and developing community sustainability and social inclusion projects, including advising on organisational structures and group management and funding and to co-ordinate appropriate response from other Park staff.
Lead lifelong learning and awareness outdoor activities with a range of excluded groups at various locations in the surrounding National Park.
To work with other staff in developing projects to improve access to and understanding of the Brecon Beacons National Park for people with projected characteristics.
To research and produce short publications briefing sheets and promotional material in support of above work and to maintain information resources e.g. community council address database, Community webspages on BBNPA website.
To liaise and work jointly with other National Park staff and with other teams working on community development.
To undertake anyother duty, appropriate to the grade and nature of the post as required by the CEO.
For more information and to apply visit the Brecon Beacon National Parks website
http://www.beacons-npa.gov.uk/the-authority/job-vacancies/
Closing date: 20th August 2018
Interview date: 31st August 2018
Fixed Term Contract - 2 years
22.2 hours per week
Job Purpose: To encourage and support community organisations within the Brecon Beacons National Park in developing locally-led projects with special regard to sustaninable development and access for all. To help develop BBNPA capacity for inclusion and disability equality.
Main Duties: To assist and encourage local people and gorups in initiationg and developing community sustainability and social inclusion projects, including advising on organisational structures and group management and funding and to co-ordinate appropriate response from other Park staff.
Lead lifelong learning and awareness outdoor activities with a range of excluded groups at various locations in the surrounding National Park.
To work with other staff in developing projects to improve access to and understanding of the Brecon Beacons National Park for people with projected characteristics.
To research and produce short publications briefing sheets and promotional material in support of above work and to maintain information resources e.g. community council address database, Community webspages on BBNPA website.
To liaise and work jointly with other National Park staff and with other teams working on community development.
To undertake anyother duty, appropriate to the grade and nature of the post as required by the CEO.
For more information and to apply visit the Brecon Beacon National Parks website
http://www.beacons-npa.gov.uk/the-authority/job-vacancies/
Closing date: 20th August 2018
Interview date: 31st August 2018
Friday 20 July 2018
SaTH Involvement Opportunities
PEOPLE'S PANEL
Its aim is to support and challenge The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH), to help continually improve patient experience – from the treatment patients receive to the environment in which they are treated.
This is an exciting opportunity for the public to get involved with their two acute hospitals, and help us to represent their communities and improve the experience of our patients on their journeys through them. The patient representatives would work collaboratively with the Trust, and their role would include being involved in the co-design and production of quality improvement work streams, planning changes to service delivery and environmental changes to the Trust estate. Closure date for applications 12th August 2018
Interested? Contact Judith.Barnes@sath.nhs.uk or telephone 01743 261000 ext 3721
READER'S GROUP - How to Get Involved
As a member of our Readers Group you will be sent copies of patient information leaflets to help the trust to ensure that they are clear and easy to understand before they are published. Feedback from patients and the public is an integral part of the quality assessment process.
Members of the Readers Group will be sent on average 2–3 leaflets a month to read and comment upon and are given 10 days to check through them and return their comments. These comments are then taken into account when the final leaflets are produced.
Interested? Contact Judith.Barnes@sath.nhs.uk or telephone 01743 261000 ext 3721
Its aim is to support and challenge The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust (SaTH), to help continually improve patient experience – from the treatment patients receive to the environment in which they are treated.
This is an exciting opportunity for the public to get involved with their two acute hospitals, and help us to represent their communities and improve the experience of our patients on their journeys through them. The patient representatives would work collaboratively with the Trust, and their role would include being involved in the co-design and production of quality improvement work streams, planning changes to service delivery and environmental changes to the Trust estate. Closure date for applications 12th August 2018
Interested? Contact Judith.Barnes@sath.nhs.uk or telephone 01743 261000 ext 3721
READER'S GROUP - How to Get Involved
As a member of our Readers Group you will be sent copies of patient information leaflets to help the trust to ensure that they are clear and easy to understand before they are published. Feedback from patients and the public is an integral part of the quality assessment process.
Members of the Readers Group will be sent on average 2–3 leaflets a month to read and comment upon and are given 10 days to check through them and return their comments. These comments are then taken into account when the final leaflets are produced.
Interested? Contact Judith.Barnes@sath.nhs.uk or telephone 01743 261000 ext 3721
New Dates for Adult Safeguarding Awareness Training:
Aim: To enable participants to gain an understanding of adult abuse and neglect in both domestic and care settings; its nature, extent and impact, and possible causes. For participants to feel greater confidence to recognise signs of abuse and neglect and coercive and controlling behaviour and to raise concerns where needed. To have knowledge of staff responsibilities to raise concerns and an understanding of what happens once a concern is raised.
Thursday 20th September 2018 9.30am – 12.30pm Welshpool TBC
Tuesday 9th October 2018 1.30pm – 4.30pm Newtown College Campus
Monday 5th November 2018 9.30am – 12.30pm Cartrefi Cymru Llandrindod
Wednesday 13th February 2019 9.30am – 1.30pm Brecon Theatre
(Online Training for this topic will be available from September 2018)
To book your place use Trent self-service if you are a Council employee, or contact the Powys Council Training Department: pwbotu@powys.gov.uk 01597 827330
Thursday 20th September 2018 9.30am – 12.30pm Welshpool TBC
Tuesday 9th October 2018 1.30pm – 4.30pm Newtown College Campus
Monday 5th November 2018 9.30am – 12.30pm Cartrefi Cymru Llandrindod
Wednesday 13th February 2019 9.30am – 1.30pm Brecon Theatre
(Online Training for this topic will be available from September 2018)
To book your place use Trent self-service if you are a Council employee, or contact the Powys Council Training Department: pwbotu@powys.gov.uk 01597 827330
The Role of LAs in adults' well-being at first point of contact
Nick Selwyn (Local Government Manager, Wales Audit Office) has forwarded on a study the Wales Audit Office is undertaking around the role of local authorities in considering adults’ well-being at the first point of contact and the subsequent assessment of need.
One aspect of the review is to undertake a survey of third sector organisations who provide help, support and assistance to service users and/or carers who have applied for and been assessed for assistance under the SSWBA 2015.
If you are interested please contact Nick (nick.selwyn@audit.wales) or register to take part by emailing council.studies@audit.wales.
Inpatient report from Public Health England.
Page 23, Table 3 gives a quick glance assessment of the positive impact of different types of sport, physical activity or exercise.
https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/721874/MBSBA_evidence_review.pdf
https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/721874/MBSBA_evidence_review.pdf
Falls Expo Event - 20 September 2018
CELF ARTS CENTRE LLANDRINDOD WELLS Tremont Road, Powys LD1 5EB
Morning session 10—12.15 stalls
Afternoon session 1.00 to 3.30
Training “Stalls” manned by enthusiasts including THB staff Covering falls risk factors and osteoporosis.
(Morning Session is a Drop-in session)
Afternoon session Brief falls intervention training (a nationally developed learning source) with Veronica Jarman and Sarah Wilson
Tea and Coffee available (or bring your own lunch)
This day is suitable for anyone who works or volunteers with older people
Please book on ESR Or through Local Authority Training Department
Dr Anja Pinhorn. Powys THB. Anya.pinhorn@wales.nhs.uk
http://www.powysthb.wales.nhs.uk/falls-services
Please book on ESR Or through Local Authority Training Department
Dr Anja Pinhorn. Powys THB. Anya.pinhorn@wales.nhs.uk
http://www.powysthb.wales.nhs.uk/falls-services
Chlamydia testing for Powys residents at Young People's Village, RWAS
For the second year running it is planned to offer chlamydia testing at the Young People’s Village at the Royal Welsh Show. The scheme is funded by Public Health Wales as part of a 2 year pilot of outreach chlamydia testing.
The pilot will be undertaken over a period of four days at the Young People’s Village during the Royal Welsh Show July 2018. School nurses will be offering the service supported by the wider Health and Wellbeing team. This will provide a great opportunity to raise awareness about sexual health in young people.
The offer of STI testing will be available only to Powys residents to ensure appropriate follow up in event of a positive test. Young people from other areas will be given information and support to access services in their own areas.
Tests will be self administered and the young people will be provided with an envelope to post to the Public Health laboratories in Cardiff. Positive results will be handled by the School Nurse Team Leader who will liaise with the young people to support them to arrange their choice appropriate health care and treatment.
The outcome of this pilot will be used to inform the Sexual Health Improvement plan for Powys Teaching Health Board as well as the outreach chlamydia testing work that Public Health Wales are undertaking.
Should you require any further information please contact Julie Richards, Head of Midwifery and Sexual Health via julie.richards9@wales.nhs.uk tel 01597 828755.
The pilot will be undertaken over a period of four days at the Young People’s Village during the Royal Welsh Show July 2018. School nurses will be offering the service supported by the wider Health and Wellbeing team. This will provide a great opportunity to raise awareness about sexual health in young people.
The offer of STI testing will be available only to Powys residents to ensure appropriate follow up in event of a positive test. Young people from other areas will be given information and support to access services in their own areas.
Tests will be self administered and the young people will be provided with an envelope to post to the Public Health laboratories in Cardiff. Positive results will be handled by the School Nurse Team Leader who will liaise with the young people to support them to arrange their choice appropriate health care and treatment.
The outcome of this pilot will be used to inform the Sexual Health Improvement plan for Powys Teaching Health Board as well as the outreach chlamydia testing work that Public Health Wales are undertaking.
Should you require any further information please contact Julie Richards, Head of Midwifery and Sexual Health via julie.richards9@wales.nhs.uk tel 01597 828755.
Contacting Citizens Advice Powys
Citizens Advice Powys have an 0345 number for people to contact them directly. Here is how their 0345 system works.
Citizens Advice Powys' contact number is 0345 601 8421 for initial contacts and for existing clients to leave a message for their caseworker
The 0345 line is open to take messages on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9am to 3pm
Callers are asked to leave;
Citizens Advice Powys aim to make call back within 48 working hours
They will make between 3 and 6 attempts to call back over 2 different days
Their answer phone message prompts callers to ring back if they don't hear from them within 48 hours.
Citizens Advice Powys have found that if people are aware before calling the 0345 that this number is not answered and is a message-taking service only they are more likely to leave a message.
Citizens Advice Powys' contact number is 0345 601 8421 for initial contacts and for existing clients to leave a message for their caseworker
The 0345 line is open to take messages on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9am to 3pm
Callers are asked to leave;
- their full name,
- postcode,
- a number Citizens Advice Powys can call them back on and
- their availability for a call back
Citizens Advice Powys aim to make call back within 48 working hours
They will make between 3 and 6 attempts to call back over 2 different days
Their answer phone message prompts callers to ring back if they don't hear from them within 48 hours.
Citizens Advice Powys have found that if people are aware before calling the 0345 that this number is not answered and is a message-taking service only they are more likely to leave a message.
Are you affected by osteoporosis?
Come along to our FREE information session on Osteoporosis and bone health.
Date: Tuesday 18th September 2018 Time: 2.00-4.00pm
Venue: Day room Ystradgynlais Hospital, Glanrhyd Rd, Ystradgynlais, Swansea SA9 1AU
Agenda: An osteoporosis specialist nurse will be there to answer all your questions and there will be lots of useful information to take away
For further information please contact: Louise Fox National Osteoporosis Society Tel: 07802 953967 Email: l.fox@nos.org.uk
Date: Tuesday 18th September 2018 Time: 2.00-4.00pm
Venue: Day room Ystradgynlais Hospital, Glanrhyd Rd, Ystradgynlais, Swansea SA9 1AU
Agenda: An osteoporosis specialist nurse will be there to answer all your questions and there will be lots of useful information to take away
For further information please contact: Louise Fox National Osteoporosis Society Tel: 07802 953967 Email: l.fox@nos.org.uk
Information sharing link now LIVE!
We are delighted to announce that technical developments allowing information about relevant third sector organisations and services to be shared between infoengine and Dewis Cymru are now operational.
Infoengine is an online directory of third sector services in Wales. It is provided and supported by Third Sector Support Wales, a partnership of County Voluntary Councils and the Wales Council for Voluntary Action. It has over 4,000 services offered by voluntary organisations and community groups. This number increases daily.
Dewis Cymru is a website providing information about well-being in Wales. The website is developed by Data Cymru on behalf of the 22 local authorities in Wales. It contains a resource directory of over 6,000 local and national organisations and services including local authority services, community groups, voluntary organisations and businesses. Infoengine adds to this a comprehensive set of information about third sector services making it a unique source of information for use across Wales. It also includes a set of Information Pages designed to help people think about ‘what matters’ to them, and helps them find local, practical support.
This development is a real example of practical collaboration between the third sector and the public sector in Wales and ensures that information is readily available to both the public and to those who offer advice and support to the public across Wales. In practical terms, information about such services is now visible on both sites regardless of where the information is added.
Infoengine is an online directory of third sector services in Wales. It is provided and supported by Third Sector Support Wales, a partnership of County Voluntary Councils and the Wales Council for Voluntary Action. It has over 4,000 services offered by voluntary organisations and community groups. This number increases daily.
Dewis Cymru is a website providing information about well-being in Wales. The website is developed by Data Cymru on behalf of the 22 local authorities in Wales. It contains a resource directory of over 6,000 local and national organisations and services including local authority services, community groups, voluntary organisations and businesses. Infoengine adds to this a comprehensive set of information about third sector services making it a unique source of information for use across Wales. It also includes a set of Information Pages designed to help people think about ‘what matters’ to them, and helps them find local, practical support.
This development is a real example of practical collaboration between the third sector and the public sector in Wales and ensures that information is readily available to both the public and to those who offer advice and support to the public across Wales. In practical terms, information about such services is now visible on both sites regardless of where the information is added.
Care & Repair in Powys AGM & celebrating our 30th anniversary
to be held at The Welfare, Ystradgynlais SA9 1JJ on Monday 30th July 2018 - doors open 2.15pm
Special guest (patron of Care & Repair Cymru) will be Dilys Price OBE (as seen on TV), the Guiness Work Record Oldest Female Skydiver.
FREE tea and cake, quiz, raffle and information stands.
Please call 01686 620760 by 23 July so that they can save you a seat.
Special guest (patron of Care & Repair Cymru) will be Dilys Price OBE (as seen on TV), the Guiness Work Record Oldest Female Skydiver.
FREE tea and cake, quiz, raffle and information stands.
Please call 01686 620760 by 23 July so that they can save you a seat.
Engaging with 21st century volunteers to make change happen
WCVA Training -
03 October 2018, Newport24 October 2018, Rhyl
https://www.wcva.org.uk/training-and-events/training-detail-page?courseId=3356
03 October 2018, Newport24 October 2018, Rhyl
https://www.wcva.org.uk/training-and-events/training-detail-page?courseId=3356
DWP at Royal Welsh Show
DWP will have an information stand at the Royal Welsh Show.
This will include specialist advisors on PIP, ESA and State Pension and Money Advice Service available on each day.
A talk by Money Advice Service will take place in the marquee on Wednesday 25th July. If you are at the show, pop along and network with DWP and other partner organisations while sharing cuppa.
07979 708141 / 01874 573002 / www.dwp.gov.uk
This will include specialist advisors on PIP, ESA and State Pension and Money Advice Service available on each day.
A talk by Money Advice Service will take place in the marquee on Wednesday 25th July. If you are at the show, pop along and network with DWP and other partner organisations while sharing cuppa.
07979 708141 / 01874 573002 / www.dwp.gov.uk
Survey for carers in Wales aged 16 and over
It is important that carers have the breaks and support they need to remain fit and well and to be able to do more of the things that matter to them.
Welsh Government has asked Carers Trust Wales to find out from carers what types of short breaks, respite or replacement care make the most difference to them.
Carers Trust Wales has launched an online survey 'A life alongside caring' for carers in Wales aged 16 and over:
Welsh: https://survey.sogosurvey.com/r/itHmYb
English: https://survey.sogosurvey.com/r/PJ8fH2
Closing date: Friday 3 August 2018
Their aim is to ensure our report to the Welsh Government represents the views of as many carers across Wales as possible to bring about improvements to respite/short breaks/replacement care provision.
If you have any queries about the survey please contact (kwontner@carers.org)
Welsh Government has asked Carers Trust Wales to find out from carers what types of short breaks, respite or replacement care make the most difference to them.
Carers Trust Wales has launched an online survey 'A life alongside caring' for carers in Wales aged 16 and over:
Welsh: https://survey.sogosurvey.com/r/itHmYb
English: https://survey.sogosurvey.com/r/PJ8fH2
Closing date: Friday 3 August 2018
Their aim is to ensure our report to the Welsh Government represents the views of as many carers across Wales as possible to bring about improvements to respite/short breaks/replacement care provision.
If you have any queries about the survey please contact (kwontner@carers.org)
Volunteering opportunity - Macmillan Cancer Support
Macmillan are piloting a scheme called the Neighbours project across the following areas:
Machynlleth, Rhayader, Knighton, Brecon
Opportunity description: Could you use your time, enthusiasm and communication skills to support people affected by cancer in your community or workplace? You can do this by being their first point of contact and signposting them to support services or by campaigning for change and representing Macmillan at local events. Help us in this varied role to ensure that people affected by cancer get the support they need to live their lives, no matter what
Looking for in a volunteer:
Passionate about Macmillan and supporting people affected by cancer
Good listening and relationship-building skills
Good IT skills
A desire and ability to represent Macmillan which may include speaking at events
A proactive attitude.
Things volunteer will gain from opportunity:
Meet and work with new people in your community
Use and develop your skills in listening, communication, campaigning, and networking
Enjoy a rewarding and varied experience making a difference to people in your community
Receive an induction, relevant training and agreed out-of-pocket expenses reimbursed
Contact Stephen Williams on 01656 867960 or powysvolunteers@macmillan.org.uk to find out more.
Machynlleth, Rhayader, Knighton, Brecon
Opportunity description: Could you use your time, enthusiasm and communication skills to support people affected by cancer in your community or workplace? You can do this by being their first point of contact and signposting them to support services or by campaigning for change and representing Macmillan at local events. Help us in this varied role to ensure that people affected by cancer get the support they need to live their lives, no matter what
Looking for in a volunteer:
Passionate about Macmillan and supporting people affected by cancer
Good listening and relationship-building skills
Good IT skills
A desire and ability to represent Macmillan which may include speaking at events
A proactive attitude.
Things volunteer will gain from opportunity:
Meet and work with new people in your community
Use and develop your skills in listening, communication, campaigning, and networking
Enjoy a rewarding and varied experience making a difference to people in your community
Receive an induction, relevant training and agreed out-of-pocket expenses reimbursed
Contact Stephen Williams on 01656 867960 or powysvolunteers@macmillan.org.uk to find out more.
Monday 16 July 2018
Volunteers Wanted - Cruse Bereavement Care Powys - Training
Volunteers Needed - Could you become a Cruse Bereavement Support Volunteer with the Nation's leading provider of bereavement support for adults, children and young people?
A 5 day Training Course for Adult Client Contact Volunteers will be held in Newtown, Powys starting in September 2018
Dates:
Sat 1st September (Introduction Day & Pre-course interviews)
Sat 15th & 29th September
Sat 20th October
Sat 10th & 17th November
Sat 1st December (Post Course Interviews)
from 10am to 4-30pm
INTERESTED? Ring: 01686 610220 or E-mail: powys@cruse.org.uk
A 5 day Training Course for Adult Client Contact Volunteers will be held in Newtown, Powys starting in September 2018
Dates:
Sat 1st September (Introduction Day & Pre-course interviews)
Sat 15th & 29th September
Sat 20th October
Sat 10th & 17th November
Sat 1st December (Post Course Interviews)
from 10am to 4-30pm
INTERESTED? Ring: 01686 610220 or E-mail: powys@cruse.org.uk
Friday 13 July 2018
Understanding well-being inequalities: Who has the poorest personal well-being?
New analysis from the Office for National Statistics published today shows that there are over half a million people in the UK experiencing the poorest levels of personal well-being. This means they have poor ratings across all four personal well-being measures: life satisfaction, feeling that the things they do in life are worthwhile, happiness and anxiety
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKONS/bulletins/1fdbfc0
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKONS/bulletins/1fdbfc0
Charity automatic disqualification rules are changing
Deadline at the beginning of August, don't get caught out by changes in the law
On 1 August 2018 the law is changing to extend the scope of who will be disqualified from running a charity. For the first time, these rules will also apply to some charity senior manager positions (chief executives, finance directors and those in equivalent roles).
Additional conditions for automatic disqualification of trustees will come into force and existing ones will apply to some managerial positions - whether paid or voluntary. Charities will need to check that existing trustees and staff are still eligible for their role (and are willing to make declarations to that effect).
In some cases, it may be possible to apply for a waiver for existing staff and trustees who stand to be disqualified under the new rules. Applications for such waivers should be made before 1 August 2018 to avoid automatic disqualification when the new rules come into effect.
For more information, see this news article on the gov.uk website
On 1 August 2018 the law is changing to extend the scope of who will be disqualified from running a charity. For the first time, these rules will also apply to some charity senior manager positions (chief executives, finance directors and those in equivalent roles).
Additional conditions for automatic disqualification of trustees will come into force and existing ones will apply to some managerial positions - whether paid or voluntary. Charities will need to check that existing trustees and staff are still eligible for their role (and are willing to make declarations to that effect).
In some cases, it may be possible to apply for a waiver for existing staff and trustees who stand to be disqualified under the new rules. Applications for such waivers should be made before 1 August 2018 to avoid automatic disqualification when the new rules come into effect.
For more information, see this news article on the gov.uk website
Trustee Digital Webinar
Do you know individuals who are thinking about becoming a trustee and want to know more about the role?
Or does your organisation have new or existing trustees in Powys?
We are running a free webinar around the role of a trustee on 17th July at 2pm.
If you would like to attend please go to: http://bit.ly/PAVOGovIntro
If you would like further information please email: melissa.townsend@pavo.org.uk or call: 01597 822191.
Or does your organisation have new or existing trustees in Powys?
We are running a free webinar around the role of a trustee on 17th July at 2pm.
If you would like to attend please go to: http://bit.ly/PAVOGovIntro
If you would like further information please email: melissa.townsend@pavo.org.uk or call: 01597 822191.
Newtown Police Open Day
Heddlu Dyfed-Powys Police
Lon y Parc, SY16 1EN
Thursday 1 August 2018 11am - 4pm
Displays and Demonstrations
Including Scenes of Crime, dog section, firearms, road policing, custody tours, partner agencies and many more.
Fun, informative and interactive.
www.dyfed-powys.police.uk
Lon y Parc, SY16 1EN
Thursday 1 August 2018 11am - 4pm
Displays and Demonstrations
Including Scenes of Crime, dog section, firearms, road policing, custody tours, partner agencies and many more.
Fun, informative and interactive.
www.dyfed-powys.police.uk
Falls Prevention & Management in Older People 2018
Monday 17 September 2018, London
***** 5 free places available for 3rd sector and non NHS partners if anyone is interested. *******
***** Please contact Clare to book a place - Clare.Mercer@wales.nhs.uk *******
“Falls represent significant cost to trusts and the wider healthcare system, with total costs to the NHS from falls among older people alone estimated at approximately £2 billion.” *
This CPD accredited conference focuses on falls prevention and management in older people, reducing falls and harm from falls, and monitoring progress against the National Quality Standard. The conference will also discuss the NEW Quality Standard for Falls Prevention published in January 2017 as well as advice for implementing the Quality Statements in practice, and learning from National Falls Improvement Collaborative Sites.
“Falls cause distress and harm to patients and pressures on NHS services. Evidence from the Royal College of Physicians suggests that patient falls could be reduced by up to 25 to 30% through assessment and intervention.” *
Sessions throughout the day will focus on developing effective multidisciplinary assessment, reducing harm from falls and improving the use of post fall protocols for every patient and secondary prevention. The conference will also discuss key elements in the reduction of falls in your service including assessment of syncope and underlying health issues, developing personalised falls prevention care plans, , frailty as falls, falls prevention in acute, community and mental health settings, and improving the systems for falls monitoring and learning.
CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE <https://mxm.mxmfb.com/rsps/m/Oahoj1_i5IxrAhZnj1YlW4gAEyjvvmJIESoI5-_0Oj8>
We hope to see you there but if you are unable to attend you may like to hear news from the day on Twitter by following @HCUK_Clare #NHSFalls
***** 5 free places available for 3rd sector and non NHS partners if anyone is interested. *******
***** Please contact Clare to book a place - Clare.Mercer@wales.nhs.uk *******
“Falls represent significant cost to trusts and the wider healthcare system, with total costs to the NHS from falls among older people alone estimated at approximately £2 billion.” *
This CPD accredited conference focuses on falls prevention and management in older people, reducing falls and harm from falls, and monitoring progress against the National Quality Standard. The conference will also discuss the NEW Quality Standard for Falls Prevention published in January 2017 as well as advice for implementing the Quality Statements in practice, and learning from National Falls Improvement Collaborative Sites.
“Falls cause distress and harm to patients and pressures on NHS services. Evidence from the Royal College of Physicians suggests that patient falls could be reduced by up to 25 to 30% through assessment and intervention.” *
Sessions throughout the day will focus on developing effective multidisciplinary assessment, reducing harm from falls and improving the use of post fall protocols for every patient and secondary prevention. The conference will also discuss key elements in the reduction of falls in your service including assessment of syncope and underlying health issues, developing personalised falls prevention care plans, , frailty as falls, falls prevention in acute, community and mental health settings, and improving the systems for falls monitoring and learning.
CLICK HERE TO FIND OUT MORE <https://mxm.mxmfb.com/rsps/m/Oahoj1_i5IxrAhZnj1YlW4gAEyjvvmJIESoI5-_0Oj8>
We hope to see you there but if you are unable to attend you may like to hear news from the day on Twitter by following @HCUK_Clare #NHSFalls
Dementia Friend sessions
Powys County Council Training Unit are offering places for Dementia Friend training sessions,
Please book your places via pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827333
14 8.18 10.15 – 12pm in the Conference Room, Hendre Ladus Council Offices, Ystradgynlais,
20.9.18 10.45 – 12.15pm in the Conference Room, Neuadd Brycheiniog Brecon LD3 7HR
19.10.18 10.15 – 12pm in the Conference Room, Hendre Ladus Council Offices, Ystrad
There are limited places available but will put more sessions on if needed.
Training Unit, Powys County Council 01597 827333
Please book your places via pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827333
14 8.18 10.15 – 12pm in the Conference Room, Hendre Ladus Council Offices, Ystradgynlais,
20.9.18 10.45 – 12.15pm in the Conference Room, Neuadd Brycheiniog Brecon LD3 7HR
19.10.18 10.15 – 12pm in the Conference Room, Hendre Ladus Council Offices, Ystrad
There are limited places available but will put more sessions on if needed.
Training Unit, Powys County Council 01597 827333
Diabetes Training
There are places available on the Diabetes training as follows which is provided by Powys Teaching Health Board:
Wednesday 26th September 18 Cartrefi Cymru Offices, Unit 6 Enterprise Park, Brecon LD3 8BT
10am - 4pm
Wednesday 17th October 18 NPTC Campus, Theatre Hafren, Llanidloes Road, Newtown SY16 4HU
10am - 4pm
Thursday 1st November 18 Committee Room A, The Gwalia Council Offices, Llandrindod Wells LD1 6AA 10am - 4pm
Please book your places via Trent self-service or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827333
Aim: Would you like to learn more about caring for the patient with Diabetes?
Key Learning Outcomes
· What is Diabetes?
· Basic Diet Advice
· Foot Care
· Blood Glucose Monitoring
· Signs, Symptoms and Treatment of Hypoglycaemia
Training Unit, Powys County Council, 01597 827333
Wednesday 26th September 18 Cartrefi Cymru Offices, Unit 6 Enterprise Park, Brecon LD3 8BT
10am - 4pm
Wednesday 17th October 18 NPTC Campus, Theatre Hafren, Llanidloes Road, Newtown SY16 4HU
10am - 4pm
Thursday 1st November 18 Committee Room A, The Gwalia Council Offices, Llandrindod Wells LD1 6AA 10am - 4pm
Please book your places via Trent self-service or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827333
Aim: Would you like to learn more about caring for the patient with Diabetes?
Key Learning Outcomes
· What is Diabetes?
· Basic Diet Advice
· Foot Care
· Blood Glucose Monitoring
· Signs, Symptoms and Treatment of Hypoglycaemia
Training Unit, Powys County Council, 01597 827333
Palliative Care Training
There are still places available on the Palliative Care half day training as follows:-
18 Sep 2018 COWSHACC Scout Hut, Welshpool 9:30am - 12:30pm
21st Sep 2018 Cartrefi Cymru Office, Llandrindod Wells 9:30am - 12:30pm
24th Sep 2018 NPTC, Newtown 9:30am - 12:30pm
28th Sep 2018 Cartrefi Cymru office, Brecon 9:30am - 12:30pm
Please book your places via Trent self-service or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827333
Aim:
1. Understand the physical, psychosocial and spiritual aspects of palliative and End of Life Care.
2. Understand the principles of Palliative Care in caring for an individual and his/her family.
3. Understanding the role professional carers play in providing comfort.
4. Increase knowledge and awareness of the skills needed to provide Palliative and End of Life Care.
5. Develop knowledge and understanding of the dying phase.
Training Unit, Powys County Council 01597 827333
18 Sep 2018 COWSHACC Scout Hut, Welshpool 9:30am - 12:30pm
21st Sep 2018 Cartrefi Cymru Office, Llandrindod Wells 9:30am - 12:30pm
24th Sep 2018 NPTC, Newtown 9:30am - 12:30pm
28th Sep 2018 Cartrefi Cymru office, Brecon 9:30am - 12:30pm
Please book your places via Trent self-service or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827333
Aim:
1. Understand the physical, psychosocial and spiritual aspects of palliative and End of Life Care.
2. Understand the principles of Palliative Care in caring for an individual and his/her family.
3. Understanding the role professional carers play in providing comfort.
4. Increase knowledge and awareness of the skills needed to provide Palliative and End of Life Care.
5. Develop knowledge and understanding of the dying phase.
Training Unit, Powys County Council 01597 827333
Tuesday 10 July 2018
Smoking Ban in Hospital Grounds Meeting
Public Health Bill (2017) and new Smoke Ban Regulations coming into force in 2019
The Patients’ Council was invited to a meeting at the Felindre Ward at Bronllys Hospital recently to engage about a consultation that was recently launched by the Welsh Government dealing with a prospective smoking ban in all hospital grounds. As this will include acute mental health in-patient wards such as the Felindre Ward, it is important that people associated with the ward(s) voice their views in relation to this consultation.
The ban is due to come into force in Summer 2019, and this will give ward managers 18 months from then to ensure there are alternative measures in place to replace existing indoor smoking rooms, and that outdoor areas fall in line with the new rules. One of the proposed rules will prohibit an outdoor smoking area from being within 10 metres of any hospital building. This will mean that if there is no exemption for mental health wards it will be impossible for there to be a secure smoking area that people can use without staff members present and this creates other issues relating to staff health and secondhand smoke.
We will be working with the Patients Council to look at the possible impact of these rule changes, and how the hospital can offset the disruption and distress that it may cause to people on the ward and potentially other wards/mental health facilities across Powys. If you have lived experience of an acute mental health ward, and would like to contribute to the consultation please email owen.griffkin@pavo.org.uk with your comments or for more information.
The Patients’ Council was invited to a meeting at the Felindre Ward at Bronllys Hospital recently to engage about a consultation that was recently launched by the Welsh Government dealing with a prospective smoking ban in all hospital grounds. As this will include acute mental health in-patient wards such as the Felindre Ward, it is important that people associated with the ward(s) voice their views in relation to this consultation.
The ban is due to come into force in Summer 2019, and this will give ward managers 18 months from then to ensure there are alternative measures in place to replace existing indoor smoking rooms, and that outdoor areas fall in line with the new rules. One of the proposed rules will prohibit an outdoor smoking area from being within 10 metres of any hospital building. This will mean that if there is no exemption for mental health wards it will be impossible for there to be a secure smoking area that people can use without staff members present and this creates other issues relating to staff health and secondhand smoke.
We will be working with the Patients Council to look at the possible impact of these rule changes, and how the hospital can offset the disruption and distress that it may cause to people on the ward and potentially other wards/mental health facilities across Powys. If you have lived experience of an acute mental health ward, and would like to contribute to the consultation please email owen.griffkin@pavo.org.uk with your comments or for more information.
Dementia Workshop – 30th July Llandrindod Wells.
We would like to extend an invitation to join us in a workshop to discuss the best way for engaging around the new National and Local updated Dementia Plans and to help steer and shape the delivery and engagement with local communities in Powys.
There will be a unique opportunity to meet Rhiannon Beaumont Wood, Director of Nursing, PTHB, who co-chairs the "Start Well" (Children and Young People's Partnership) and other members of the Dementia Steering Group.
This workshop is open to services who provide support to people living with Dementia and/or related neurological conditions in Powys. If you would like to know more about this, and/or to attend please contact Carol Hay – Engagement Officer, Health on carol.hay@pavo.org.uk 01597 822191
There will be a unique opportunity to meet Rhiannon Beaumont Wood, Director of Nursing, PTHB, who co-chairs the "Start Well" (Children and Young People's Partnership) and other members of the Dementia Steering Group.
This workshop is open to services who provide support to people living with Dementia and/or related neurological conditions in Powys. If you would like to know more about this, and/or to attend please contact Carol Hay – Engagement Officer, Health on carol.hay@pavo.org.uk 01597 822191
or register your attendance on the online booking form.
Future Fit Consultation
Have your say on improving hospital services for people in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin and Mid Wales- Closes 4 September 2018
Alongside Pop Up Events organised by Powys Teaching Health Board and the Future Fit Team, being held throughout the North of Powys in July and August (find out more at www.nhsfuturefit.org) we are wanting to hear from Citizens whose voice is seldom heard. We are setting up small focus groups to discuss the proposals and respond to the consultation, also meeting with people who may have difficulty in attending an event but would like to have a say. These changes will affect people living in the North of the County who use hospital services in Shrewsbury & Telford – the main acute hospital services for many people in North Powys.
If you would like to know more about this Consultation or would like to be involved in a focus group, please contact Carol Hay – Engagement Officer in the Health & Social Care Team in PAVO by e mailing carol.hay@pavo.org.uk or calling 01597 822191
Saint Dogfan’s Church
Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant
13 July 2018
10am-12.30pm drop-in
Llyfrgell Llanfyllin Library
13 July 2018
2pm-4pm & 5pm-7pm drop-in
“Herbert Arms”
Kerry, Powys
22 August 2018
6pm-8pm drop-in
Alongside Pop Up Events organised by Powys Teaching Health Board and the Future Fit Team, being held throughout the North of Powys in July and August (find out more at www.nhsfuturefit.org) we are wanting to hear from Citizens whose voice is seldom heard. We are setting up small focus groups to discuss the proposals and respond to the consultation, also meeting with people who may have difficulty in attending an event but would like to have a say. These changes will affect people living in the North of the County who use hospital services in Shrewsbury & Telford – the main acute hospital services for many people in North Powys.
If you would like to know more about this Consultation or would like to be involved in a focus group, please contact Carol Hay – Engagement Officer in the Health & Social Care Team in PAVO by e mailing carol.hay@pavo.org.uk or calling 01597 822191
Saint Dogfan’s Church
Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant
13 July 2018
10am-12.30pm drop-in
Llyfrgell Llanfyllin Library
13 July 2018
2pm-4pm & 5pm-7pm drop-in
“Herbert Arms”
Kerry, Powys
22 August 2018
6pm-8pm drop-in
2018 Armed Forces Covenant Conference
17 October, Cardiff City Stadium, Leckwith Road, Cardiff, CF11 8AZ
You are invited to attend the Welsh Government’s Armed Forces Covenant Conference.
The conference will provide all Armed Forces Champions (Local Authority, Local Health Board, Probation, Department of Work and Pensions and third sector organisations) with an opportunity to come together to determine improvements in delivery of joint services. Attendees will be able to share good practice and discuss opportunities for better information gathering, improved signposting and collaboration between all support organisations, providing advice and support to the Armed Forces community in Wales.
All Local Authorities have signed Community Covenants and so the conference will provide an opportunity for progress and good practice to be shared and future priorities discussed.
Registration will be from 10:00 – 10:45. The conference will commence at 10:45 and close at 15:15. Lunch will be provided.
As part of the event you will be given the opportunity to discuss issues with other Champions and support organisations, both locally regionally and nationally. A key note speech will be provided by Alun Davies AM, Cabinet Secretary for Local Government and Public Services.
The programme for the day will follow shortly. If you wish to attend the event, we would be grateful if you could contact ArmedForces@gov.wales no later than 26 September 2018. Please note that places are limited. Should we exceed delegate numbers a reserve list will be in place.
You are invited to attend the Welsh Government’s Armed Forces Covenant Conference.
The conference will provide all Armed Forces Champions (Local Authority, Local Health Board, Probation, Department of Work and Pensions and third sector organisations) with an opportunity to come together to determine improvements in delivery of joint services. Attendees will be able to share good practice and discuss opportunities for better information gathering, improved signposting and collaboration between all support organisations, providing advice and support to the Armed Forces community in Wales.
All Local Authorities have signed Community Covenants and so the conference will provide an opportunity for progress and good practice to be shared and future priorities discussed.
Registration will be from 10:00 – 10:45. The conference will commence at 10:45 and close at 15:15. Lunch will be provided.
As part of the event you will be given the opportunity to discuss issues with other Champions and support organisations, both locally regionally and nationally. A key note speech will be provided by Alun Davies AM, Cabinet Secretary for Local Government and Public Services.
The programme for the day will follow shortly. If you wish to attend the event, we would be grateful if you could contact ArmedForces@gov.wales no later than 26 September 2018. Please note that places are limited. Should we exceed delegate numbers a reserve list will be in place.
Monday 9 July 2018
Powys (Safeguarding) Local Operational Group
Powys (Safeguarding) Local Operational Group (Adults and Children) - Improvement and Assurance Board Bulletin (Update)
http://pstatic.powys.gov.uk/fileadmin/Docs/Childrens_Services/Improvement_Board/Improvement_and_Assurance_Board_Bulletin_Ed3.pdf
http://pstatic.powys.gov.uk/fileadmin/Docs/Childrens_Services/Improvement_Board/Improvement_and_Assurance_Board_Bulletin_Ed3.pdf
National Assembly for Wales Oureach Sessions
Decisions made at the National Assembly for Wales affect everyone in Wales.
So we think it's important that, regardless of where you live in Wales, you can find out how these decisions are made.
And most importantly - how you can have your say and help shape these decisions that affect our everyday lives.
That's why they've got a dedicated Outreach team who can deliver free workshops and presentations anywhere in Wales. They'll give you impartial information about how the Assembly works and how you can get involved and campaign for change.
With more and more decisions about Wales being made in Wales your voice can be more powerful than ever.
Get informed and involved today by booking a session for your community group, staff, university society, friendship circle or Housing Association.
Email seneddoutreach@assembly.wales or call 0300 200 6565 to arrange for them to visit your group or follow them on@SeneddOutreach.
So we think it's important that, regardless of where you live in Wales, you can find out how these decisions are made.
And most importantly - how you can have your say and help shape these decisions that affect our everyday lives.
That's why they've got a dedicated Outreach team who can deliver free workshops and presentations anywhere in Wales. They'll give you impartial information about how the Assembly works and how you can get involved and campaign for change.
With more and more decisions about Wales being made in Wales your voice can be more powerful than ever.
Get informed and involved today by booking a session for your community group, staff, university society, friendship circle or Housing Association.
Email seneddoutreach@assembly.wales or call 0300 200 6565 to arrange for them to visit your group or follow them on@SeneddOutreach.
Workshops they offer:
https://www.assembly.wales/en/gethome/get-assembly-area/Pages/senedd-outreach.aspx
LAUNCH-Get Active for Arthritis - Fridays in Newtown
Newtown Activity Group - Every Friday 4.30pm to 5.30pm
Wesley Methodist Church, Back Lane, Newtown
Exploring fun ways to increase mobility for people with arthritis
FREE: NO BOOKING REQUIRED - STARTING FRIDAY 13TH JULY 2018
13th July Activity Support Group & Activity Demo. Refreshments Provide
LAUNCH 20th, 27th July & 3rd August Boccia
10th August Activity Support Group - Refreshments Provided
17th, 24th August & 7th September Boccia
Wesley Methodist Church, Back Lane, Newtown
Exploring fun ways to increase mobility for people with arthritis
FREE: NO BOOKING REQUIRED - STARTING FRIDAY 13TH JULY 2018
13th July Activity Support Group & Activity Demo. Refreshments Provide
LAUNCH 20th, 27th July & 3rd August Boccia
10th August Activity Support Group - Refreshments Provided
17th, 24th August & 7th September Boccia
14th September Activity Support Group - Refreshments Provided
21st, 28th September & 5th October Chair Based Exercise
12th October Activity Support Group - Refreshments Provided 19th, 26th October & 2nd November Chair Based Exercise
19th November Activity Support Group - Refreshments Provided
Contact - Christine Heathcote - Email: getactive@arthritiscare.org.uk Tel: 02920 444155
21st, 28th September & 5th October Chair Based Exercise
12th October Activity Support Group - Refreshments Provided 19th, 26th October & 2nd November Chair Based Exercise
19th November Activity Support Group - Refreshments Provided
Contact - Christine Heathcote - Email: getactive@arthritiscare.org.uk Tel: 02920 444155
‘I don’t have to explain
arthritis to anyone – everyone
understands how I feel.’
Free Helpline:
0808 800 4050 or visit www.arthritiscare.org.uk
Free Living with Sight Loss Information Courses in September & October
Have you or a family member been diagnosed with sight loss? Would you like to meet others and learn more about what services may be helpful?
If so, come along to one of RNIB’s Living with Sight Loss Courses in Powys
North Powys
Welshpool Scout Headquarters and Community Centre Oldford Lane SY21 7TE
10.30am - 3.30pm Wednesday 26 September & 3 October 2018
South Powys
The Guildhall Brecon, LD3 7AL
10.30am - 3.30pm Wednesday 24 & 31 October 2018
Courses will be held every 6 months or so in each Powys locality area
Keira Brooks, the Confidence Building Coordinator from RNIB Cymru, will be facilitating the courses which will be relaxed and informal. The courses are for people who have been affected by sight loss or know someone who has been, to come and learn more about what support and services are available in the area.
Information will be provided on a number of areas including;
· Welfare rights
· Daily living
· Transport and mobility
· Assistive Technology
· Eye health
· Wellbeing
· Leisure, hobbies, interests
There will be speakers from national and local organisations providing information on their services and plenty of time to share experiences or just listen to others.
Tea and coffee will be provided and you are more than welcome to bring a family member or friend with you.
The course is free and booking is essential.
Please contact Keira Brooks directly on 07864 954150 for more information or leave a message with your details on RNIBs Living with Sight Loss central line on 0300 123 3933.
If you would like to get involved with the courses or would like to know where else in Powys these courses will be held please do not hesitate to contact Keira.
Symudol / mobile: 07864 954150 E-bost / email: keira.brooks@rnib.org.uk
If so, come along to one of RNIB’s Living with Sight Loss Courses in Powys
North Powys
Welshpool Scout Headquarters and Community Centre Oldford Lane SY21 7TE
10.30am - 3.30pm Wednesday 26 September & 3 October 2018
South Powys
The Guildhall Brecon, LD3 7AL
10.30am - 3.30pm Wednesday 24 & 31 October 2018
Courses will be held every 6 months or so in each Powys locality area
Keira Brooks, the Confidence Building Coordinator from RNIB Cymru, will be facilitating the courses which will be relaxed and informal. The courses are for people who have been affected by sight loss or know someone who has been, to come and learn more about what support and services are available in the area.
Information will be provided on a number of areas including;
· Welfare rights
· Daily living
· Transport and mobility
· Assistive Technology
· Eye health
· Wellbeing
· Leisure, hobbies, interests
There will be speakers from national and local organisations providing information on their services and plenty of time to share experiences or just listen to others.
Tea and coffee will be provided and you are more than welcome to bring a family member or friend with you.
The course is free and booking is essential.
Please contact Keira Brooks directly on 07864 954150 for more information or leave a message with your details on RNIBs Living with Sight Loss central line on 0300 123 3933.
If you would like to get involved with the courses or would like to know where else in Powys these courses will be held please do not hesitate to contact Keira.
Symudol / mobile: 07864 954150 E-bost / email: keira.brooks@rnib.org.uk
Mencap's Big Tea Party at Powis Castle
Join Mencap Cymru Big Tea Party at National Trust Cymru in July.
They will have a whole host of activities for the family, such as face painting, outdoor games, seed potting and more.
The parties will be taking place at the following dates and locations:
Ogwen Valley on 16 July
Chirk Castle on 24 July
Powis Castle on 27 July.
They'll give more information about this soon, or you can find out more about Big Tea Parties on our webpage.
They will have a whole host of activities for the family, such as face painting, outdoor games, seed potting and more.
The parties will be taking place at the following dates and locations:
Ogwen Valley on 16 July
Chirk Castle on 24 July
Powis Castle on 27 July.
They'll give more information about this soon, or you can find out more about Big Tea Parties on our webpage.
Third Sector Leadership for Future Generations
WCVA Training - 25, 26 September & 10 October 2018, Cardiff
Build upon your existing skills to become a more innovative and resilient leader
https://mailchi.mp/wcva/third-sector-leadership-for-future-generations-arweinyddiaeth-trydydd-sector-ar-gyfer-cenedlaethaur-dyfodol?e=1926e35f2d
Build upon your existing skills to become a more innovative and resilient leader
https://mailchi.mp/wcva/third-sector-leadership-for-future-generations-arweinyddiaeth-trydydd-sector-ar-gyfer-cenedlaethaur-dyfodol?e=1926e35f2d
Wednesday 4 July 2018
Adult Thoracic Surgery Services in South Wales
You may be aware that Welsh Health Specialised Services Committee (WHSSC) is currently undertaking a review of the provision of thoracic surgery in Wales. In January 2018, the Joint Committee approved the recommendation made by the Thoracic Surgery Review Project Board to provide thoracic surgery from a single centre in south Wales. The Joint Committee also accepted the recommendation made by an Independent Panel to locate the single centre in Morriston Hospital, Swansea. This recommendation is now the subject of a period of public consultation which is running to 27 August 2018.
The creation of a single adult thoracic surgery centre for south Wales based at Morriston Hospital would not affect patients who live in areas that are already served by Morriston Hospital. This includes patients who live in the Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University Health Board (ABMUHB), Hywel Dda University Health Board (HDUHB) areas and those areas of Powys Teaching Health Board where patients receive their secondary care at either ABMUHB or HDUHB. These patients would continue to have their thoracic surgery at Morriston Hospital, Swansea.
However, the changes would affect patients who now have their thoracic surgery in UHW, Cardiff, and who would in future have their surgery in Morriston Hospital, Swansea. These are patients who live in the areas covered by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, Cardiff & Vale University Health Board, Cwm Taf University Health Board and parts of Powys Teaching Health Board where patients receive their secondary care at one of these health boards.
However, it is important to remember that surgery itself is just one small but important part of the overall service patients will receive. The rest of the service will remain unchanged. For example, patients will still see their local respiratory consultant and have their diagnostic tests at the same hospital where they would currently.
Please find below link to the consultation document. This document explains the steps WHSSC has taken to reach this stage, the information and questions they wish you to consider, and how and by when to send WHSSC your comments. It also includes a feedback form which you are asked to complete and return by 27 August 2018.
You can also find further information as well as an online feedback form at www.whssc.wales.nhs.uk/thoraci
The creation of a single adult thoracic surgery centre for south Wales based at Morriston Hospital would not affect patients who live in areas that are already served by Morriston Hospital. This includes patients who live in the Abertawe Bro Morgannwg University Health Board (ABMUHB), Hywel Dda University Health Board (HDUHB) areas and those areas of Powys Teaching Health Board where patients receive their secondary care at either ABMUHB or HDUHB. These patients would continue to have their thoracic surgery at Morriston Hospital, Swansea.
However, the changes would affect patients who now have their thoracic surgery in UHW, Cardiff, and who would in future have their surgery in Morriston Hospital, Swansea. These are patients who live in the areas covered by Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, Cardiff & Vale University Health Board, Cwm Taf University Health Board and parts of Powys Teaching Health Board where patients receive their secondary care at one of these health boards.
However, it is important to remember that surgery itself is just one small but important part of the overall service patients will receive. The rest of the service will remain unchanged. For example, patients will still see their local respiratory consultant and have their diagnostic tests at the same hospital where they would currently.
Please find below link to the consultation document. This document explains the steps WHSSC has taken to reach this stage, the information and questions they wish you to consider, and how and by when to send WHSSC your comments. It also includes a feedback form which you are asked to complete and return by 27 August 2018.
You can also find further information as well as an online feedback form at www.whssc.wales.nhs.uk/thoraci
Tuesday 3 July 2018
Rescheduled - Medication for Managers training
They have now rescheduled the Medication for Managers training to the 27th July in NPTC Newtown.
Please confirm if you would like to be booked on this event morning (10.00am – 12.00pm) or afternoon (1.00pm – 3.00pm) session.
You can book yourselves via Trent self-service or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827333
Please confirm if you would like to be booked on this event morning (10.00am – 12.00pm) or afternoon (1.00pm – 3.00pm) session.
You can book yourselves via Trent self-service or email pwbotu@powys.gov.uk or telephone 01597 827333
NHS70: Marking 70 years of the National Health Service
TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE OF BRITAIN’S HEALTH OVER 70 YEARS OF THE NHS
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKONS/bulletins/1fb6dfb
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/UKONS/bulletins/1fb6dfb
Powys 111 and OOH Stakeholder Bulletin
The most significant news this week is that Shropdoc in
partnership with Shropshire Community Health NHS
Trust has been successful in their bid to provide the out
of hours component of Integrated Urgent Care services in Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin.
http://www.powysthb.wales.nhs.uk/sitesplus/documents/1145/180703-111oohStakeholderBulletin-issue03-EN.pdf
http://www.powysthb.wales.nhs.uk/sitesplus/documents/1145/180703-111oohStakeholderBulletin-issue03-EN.pdf
Help improve services for carers in Wales
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Mae Swyddfa Archwilio Cymru yn cynnal adolygiad o ba mor effeithiol yw'r gwasanaethau cymdeithasol yng Nghymru.
Os ydych chi'n ofalwr a'ch bod yn cael cymorth, neu wedi gwneud cais am gymorth, gan eich Awdurdod Lleol, byddai Swyddfa Archwilio Cymru wrth ei bodd y clywed gennych chi. Os hoffech chi gymryd rhan, bydd Swyddfa Archwilio Cymru yn trefnu cyfweliad 15 munud dros y ffôn i'ch holi chi am eich profiadau.
Mae Swyddfa Archwilio Cymru hefyd yn awyddus i glywed gan sefydliadau trydydd sector sy'n gweithio gyda'r gwasanaethau cymdeithasol ac yn eu cefnogi. Byddai ganddi ddiddordeb mewn clywed eich barn am ba mor effeithiol yw'r prosesau mae gwasanaethau cymdeithasol yn eu defnyddio i asesu cleientiaid a gofalwyr. Bydd gwybodaeth yn cael ei chasglu drwy arolwg ar-lein a ddylai gymryd dim mwy na 20 munud i'w gwblhau.
I gael rhagor o wybodaeth ac i gymryd rhan, cysylltwch â Swyddfa Archwilio Cymru ar 02920 320 500 neu council.studies@audit.wales. Gallwch ddewis cymryd rhan yn yr adolygiad drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg neu'r Saesneg. Bydd yr holl wybodaeth sy'n cael ei chasglu yn cael ei chadw'n gwbl gyfrinachol ac ni fydd unigolion yn cael eu henwi yn yr adroddiad terfynol.
Wales Audit Office are carrying out a review of the effectiveness of social services in Wales.
If you’re a carer and receive or have requested support from your Local Authority, Wales Audit Office would love to hear from you. If you’d like to be involved, Wales Audit Office will arrange a 15-minute telephone interview to ask about your experiences.
Wales Audit Office also want to hear from third-sector organisations working with and supporting social services. They would be particularly interested to hear your thoughts on the effectiveness of client and carer assessment processes used by social services. Information will be collected through an on-line survey which should take no longer than 20 minutes to complete.
For more information and to get involved, please contact Wales Audit Office on 02920 320 500 or at council.studies@audit.wales. You can choose to participate in the review in either English or Welsh. All information collected will be held in the strictest confidence and no individuals will be named in the final report.
Mae Swyddfa Archwilio Cymru yn cynnal adolygiad o ba mor effeithiol yw'r gwasanaethau cymdeithasol yng Nghymru.
Os ydych chi'n ofalwr a'ch bod yn cael cymorth, neu wedi gwneud cais am gymorth, gan eich Awdurdod Lleol, byddai Swyddfa Archwilio Cymru wrth ei bodd y clywed gennych chi. Os hoffech chi gymryd rhan, bydd Swyddfa Archwilio Cymru yn trefnu cyfweliad 15 munud dros y ffôn i'ch holi chi am eich profiadau.
Mae Swyddfa Archwilio Cymru hefyd yn awyddus i glywed gan sefydliadau trydydd sector sy'n gweithio gyda'r gwasanaethau cymdeithasol ac yn eu cefnogi. Byddai ganddi ddiddordeb mewn clywed eich barn am ba mor effeithiol yw'r prosesau mae gwasanaethau cymdeithasol yn eu defnyddio i asesu cleientiaid a gofalwyr. Bydd gwybodaeth yn cael ei chasglu drwy arolwg ar-lein a ddylai gymryd dim mwy na 20 munud i'w gwblhau.
I gael rhagor o wybodaeth ac i gymryd rhan, cysylltwch â Swyddfa Archwilio Cymru ar 02920 320 500 neu council.studies@audit.wales. Gallwch ddewis cymryd rhan yn yr adolygiad drwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg neu'r Saesneg. Bydd yr holl wybodaeth sy'n cael ei chasglu yn cael ei chadw'n gwbl gyfrinachol ac ni fydd unigolion yn cael eu henwi yn yr adroddiad terfynol.
Wales Audit Office are carrying out a review of the effectiveness of social services in Wales.
If you’re a carer and receive or have requested support from your Local Authority, Wales Audit Office would love to hear from you. If you’d like to be involved, Wales Audit Office will arrange a 15-minute telephone interview to ask about your experiences.
Wales Audit Office also want to hear from third-sector organisations working with and supporting social services. They would be particularly interested to hear your thoughts on the effectiveness of client and carer assessment processes used by social services. Information will be collected through an on-line survey which should take no longer than 20 minutes to complete.
For more information and to get involved, please contact Wales Audit Office on 02920 320 500 or at council.studies@audit.wales. You can choose to participate in the review in either English or Welsh. All information collected will be held in the strictest confidence and no individuals will be named in the final report.
ASH Wales Monthly Newsletter
https://mailchi.mp/5c33ae25fd0a/ash-wales-monthly-newsletter-1482505?e=9644b93e15
Number of Adult Smokers in Wales Fails to Fall
Regional Rugby Team First to Back ASH Wales Campaign
Regional Rugby Team First to Back ASH Wales Campaign
... and more
NHS 70th Celebration in Newtown
14 July 2018
Celebrate our fantastic, free NHS
Bring friends, family & a picnic
Guests include: Eluned morgan AM/AC, Mike Payne GMB, Angie Roberts UNISON, Defend the NHS Campaign, Matthew Dorrance Powys Labour Group
Live Music, Stalls, Birthday Cake, Speakers, Face Paining & Kids NHS Fancy Dress Competition.
Town Park, Newtown SY16 2NZ 1pm-5pm
Celebrate our fantastic, free NHS
Bring friends, family & a picnic
Guests include: Eluned morgan AM/AC, Mike Payne GMB, Angie Roberts UNISON, Defend the NHS Campaign, Matthew Dorrance Powys Labour Group
Live Music, Stalls, Birthday Cake, Speakers, Face Paining & Kids NHS Fancy Dress Competition.
Town Park, Newtown SY16 2NZ 1pm-5pm
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