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PRIME Cymru: The Prince’s Initiative for Mature Enterprise in Wales is a registered charity and the only organisation in Wales dedicated to providing practical support to people aged 50 and over

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If you are over 50 and returning to work after a period of inactivity or are under threat of redundancy then PRIME Cymru can help. You will be given help and advice from one of our experienced Mentors. Find out more about employment... If you are an employer interested in recruiting people aged 50 or over please call us free on 0800 587 4085 or e-mail us at enquiries@prime-cymru.co.uk with details of your vacancy and we can help you find the perfect candidate.

At PRIME Cymru we think this is a great route for any over 50 year old to explore. But why?

In Wales, we currently have over 250,000 people between 50 and state pension age who are economically inactive - this is equivalent to more than one in three of all people aged 50 to statutory retirement age in Wales that are currently not working.
Find out more about self-employment...

We believe that mentoring is a key way for our clients to be helped and guided into business creation and employment. Mentoring activities are undertaken mainly through one-to-one meetings, but also through telephone discussions and email exchanges. Do you have what we are looking for in a mentor?
Find out more about mentoring...

There's no better place to meet likeminded individuals than through volunteering for a campaign or cause you believe in. Working together to bring about a change is a great way to bond with others and become part of a community that can stay in touch long after your work is done. Plus, you could meet people from a diverse range of backgrounds - people you may never come across in your daily life.
Find out more about volunteering...

Latest News and PRIME Cymru Business Award Winners

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If you are over 50 and returning to work after a period of inactivity or are under threat of redundancy then PRIME Cymru can help. You will be given help and advice from one of our experienced Mentors. Find out more about employment...

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Turn2us helps people in financial need gain access to welfare benefits, charitable grants and other financial help – online, by phone and face to face through our partner organisations.

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Turn2us is a national charity offering information and practical support to people facing financial insecurity. We help people gain access to welfare benefits, charitable grants and other support - online, by phone and face to face through our work in communities and the organisations we partner with.

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Is an independent local charity that specialises in support for people over the age of 50 across Flintshire and Wrexham.

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Welcome to Age Connects North East Wales Supporting older people in the Flintshire and Wrexham Community Age Connects North East Wales (ACNEW)

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Our mission is to provide quality and timely services, promote wellbeing and independence, and work with partners in the community.

Age Connects North Wales Central is a charity that assists adults, specialising in support for older people living in Conwy and Denbighshire. We have almost 25 years' experience and a team of 40 dedicated staff and volunteers who want to bring you the best service that we can offer. We are an independent charity working in partnership with other Age Connects organisations across Wales. Please read more about us and our services to see how we can help you or someone you care about. Check out our News and Calendar of Events. If you can't find what you are looking for, please contact us.

What some of the people that we help think of us:
"Immaculate service, so much patience, you deserve a medal."
"Yes felt more comfortable after being in a difficult situation due to husband's illness. Your staff are very kind and very helpful." "Yes you gave me peace of mind, taking away my worries." "The information received was very clear and easy to read not jumbled information like you get sometimes." "You changed my life."
Age Connects Supports the following Aging Well in Wales elements:

Age-Friendly Communities

Falls Prevention

Dementia Supportive Communities

Opportunities for Learning and Employment

Loneliness and Isolation

We have a team of Dementia Friends Champions who can deliver information sessions enabling people to become Dementia Friends and help promote Dementia Friendly Communities (initiatives by the Alzheimer's Society).

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The law protects your consumer rights when you buy goods or services. Find out who to contact for consumer protection advice

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The law protects your consumer rights when you buy goods or services. Find out who to contact for consumer protection advice.

You can get help if you're treated unfairly or when things go wrong. This includes:

credit and store cards

faulty goods

counterfeit goods

poor service

problems with contracts

problems with builders

rogue traders

Get help from Citizens Advice about your consumer rights. They can also refer your complaint to local Trading Standards officers who may then investigate on your behalf.

You can also get information about complaints, refunds and repairs from Which?

Complain to an ombudsman

An ombudsman is a person who investigates complaints about organisations for free. They may be able to help you resolve a complaint without going to court.

There are different ombudsmen for different industries.

You can use the Ombudsman Association to find the right ombudsman for your complaint.

Money advice

You can get free, independent help from the Money Advice Service about anything to do with money, eg managing debt.

Northern Ireland

Contact ConsumerLine for advice about consumer law, making a complaint and avoiding scams.

Buying from another EU country

Contact the UK European Consumer Centre for help with problems buying from another EU country.

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The law protects your consumer rights when you buy goods or services. Find out who to contact for consumer protection advice. You can get help if you're treated unfairly or when things go wrong. This includes: credit and store cards faulty goods counterfeit goods poor service problems with contracts problems with builders rogue traders Get help from Citizens Advice about your consumer rights.

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We're a charity fighting to end heart disease. We're the biggest independent funder of cardiovascular research in the UK.

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Volunteering with us can help you build new skills and make new friends. You can volunteer in our shops, at one of our events, or as part of a fundraising group.

Find the volunteering role for you

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With your donations, we harness the power of science to take on the world's biggest killers. And together, we give people more time with the ones they love.

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The 8 Week Challenge is all about getting you started on the right track. We’ll help you stick to good routines for a healthier you.

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Start taking small steps to better health. Take the 8 Week Challenge.

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Cyfle Cymru is a service which helps people with substance misuse issues and/or mental health conditions into work, education or training.

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If you would like more information or would like to speak to someone about our Forum, please get in touch...

Pat Evans
Macmillan User Involvement Facilitator
FREEPOST RSLJ-XHLH-CRYX
North Wales Cancer Treatment Centre
Bodelwyddan
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LL18 5UJ

Tel: 01745 445168
Email: Pat.Evans@wales.nhs.uk

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North Wales Cancer Patient Forum | A voice for Cancer Patients and Carers in North Wales

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If you would like more information or would like to speak to someone about our Forum, please get in touch... Pat Evans Macmillan User Involvement Facilitator FREEPOST RSLJ-XHLH-CRYX North Wales Cancer Treatment Centre Bodelwyddan RHYL LL18 5UJ Tel: 01745 445168 Email: Pat.Evans@wales.nhs.uk

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Denbighshire Digital Adventures is a mobile experience, and you can use your phone to explore this beautiful and inspiring county trying out different activities and skills as you go.

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Denbighshire Digital Adventures is a mobile experience, and you can use your phone to explore this beautiful and inspiring county trying out different activities and skills as you go. Why not look through the activities on this website choose the one you want to try and get ready to explore Denbighshire!

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Formed in 1983 initially as the Rape Crisis Line, in 2005 we changed our name to the Rape & Sexual Abuse Support Centre North Wales as it more accurately reflects the support we offer.

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RASASC North Wales - Rape & Sexual Abuse Support Centre (North Wales)

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Need to talk? Helpline: 0808 80 10 800 Office: 01248 670 628 Email: info@rasawales.org.uk We are a registered charity founded in 1983, that provides support to people all across North Wales

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We are committed to protecting the lives of both adult and child victims of domestic abuse

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Help & Support - Domestic Abuse - Stay Safe - Advice and Support - North Wales Police

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Violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence affects people from all walks of life and from all cultural, social and ethnic backgrounds. It affects the well off as much as the poor, those in work and those out of work, the young and the old, in all parts of Wales.

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 Domestic Violence See Denbighshire County Council

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 Domestic Violence See Denbighshire County Council

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Domestic abuse | Denbighshire County Council

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We are Carers Outreach Service. If you are an unpaid adult carer in North Wales then we can help and support you.
We are a registered charity and we provide support in Gwynedd, Conwy and Anglesey

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Carers Outreach Service North West Wales

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Carers Outreach Service is a registered charity that supports adult carers in North West Wales. We cover Gwynedd, Conwy and Anglesey and have offices in Bangor, Penrhyndeudraeth, Colwyn Bay and Llangefni. We provide a fully bilingual service and carers are welcome to contact us and request a service in either Welsh or English.

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We offer county-wide services designed for, and often delivered by, people who have lived experience of mental health problems

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To our Vale of Clwyd Mind website that can provide information on social events, connecting minds, supported housing, ongoing projects, training courses and lots more that we hope you will find informative and interesting.

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Parabl Talking Therapies provides short-term therapeutic interventions for individuals facing common mental health difficulties or challenging life events which may be impacting on their emotional wellbeing.

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Following referral, you will be offered a comprehensive telephone assessment to establish eligibility and to identify your individual needs Together with the assessor you will agree the most appropriate service for you from a range of options.

Self Help
We will help you find the information you need to help you take control of your mental and emotional health. We can point you to lots of information on the internet as well as suggest leaflets and help lines.

Guided Self Help
The Serenity Computerised Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CCBT) programme is an interactive self help programme which allows you to work through a series of self help modules in your own time. Modules cover topics such as managing your anxiety and depression and relaxation techniques.

After an introductory meeting with a CCBT worker, regular follow up sessions by telephone/e-mail are provided.

Therapeutic Groups
The following Therapeutic groups are provided over 7-8 weekly sessions

Coping with Life.

Stress Management.

Mindfulness

These are educational based courses, which will be focused on your recovery. Through these courses you will gain the skills needed to manage your mental health and emotional well being more effectively. Examples of courses include Assertiveness Skills, Managing Anxiety and Dealing with Depression. Mindfulness also includes techniques such as meditation, gentle yoga and mind-body exercises

Individual Therapy
Individual therapy is for you if you want to explore on a one to one basis with a qualified counsellor, any common mental health difficulties, such as mild to moderate anxiety or depression or any challenging life events, such as bereavement or relationship issues which may be impacting on your emotional well being. You will be offered a Counselling Assessment followed by up to 6 sessions of counselling. Sessions are offered on a weekly basis with each session lasting 50 minutes.

You can refer yourself in confidence to Parabl Talking Therapies for an assessment by phoning 0300 777 2257. Alternatively you may be referred by another professional (e.g. your doctor etc).

Once a referral has been received you will be offered a telephone assessment to establish how best we can meet your individual needs.

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Following referral, you will be offered a comprehensive telephone assessment to establish eligibility and to identify your individual needs Together with the assessor you will agree the most appropriate service for you from a range of options. Self Help We will help you find the information you need to help you take control of your mental and emotional health.

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The Victim Help Centre, North Wales is a locally commissioned support service for victims of all crime in the north Wales area.

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Criminal justice | Restorative Justice Council

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In criminal justice, restorative practice is widely known as restorative justice. Restorative justice gives victims the chance to meet or communicate with their offenders to explain the real impact of the crime - it empowers victims by giving them a voice.

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PRIME Cymru: The Prince’s Initiative for Mature Enterprise in Wales is a registered charity and the only organisation in Wales

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If you are over 50 and returning to work after a period of inactivity or are under threat of redundancy then PRIME Cymru can help. You will be given help and advice from one of our experienced Mentors. Find out more about employment... If you are an employer interested in recruiting people aged 50 or over please call us free on 0800 587 4085 or e-mail us at enquiries@prime-cymru.co.uk with details of your vacancy and we can help you find the perfect candidate.

At PRIME Cymru we think this is a great route for any over 50 year old to explore. But why?

In Wales, we currently have over 250,000 people between 50 and state pension age who are economically inactive - this is equivalent to more than one in three of all people aged 50 to statutory retirement age in Wales that are currently not working.
Find out more about self-employment...

We believe that mentoring is a key way for our clients to be helped and guided into business creation and employment. Mentoring activities are undertaken mainly through one-to-one meetings, but also through telephone discussions and email exchanges. Do you have what we are looking for in a mentor?
Find out more about mentoring...

There's no better place to meet likeminded individuals than through volunteering for a campaign or cause you believe in. Working together to bring about a change is a great way to bond with others and become part of a community that can stay in touch long after your work is done. Plus, you could meet people from a diverse range of backgrounds - people you may never come across in your daily life.
Find out more about volunteering...

Latest News and PRIME Cymru Business Award Winners

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Colwyn Bay Men’s Sheds now has new events for women through their She-Shed. Promoting the same Men’s Sheds values of companionship and learning something new, the group meets on Monday evenings and Thursday mornings. If you live in the area, give it a try!

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WELCOME TO

VICTIM SUPPORT

As an independent charity, we work towards a world where people affected by crime or traumatic events get the support they need and the respect they deserve. We help people feel safer and find the strength to move beyond crime. Our support is free, confidential and tailored to your needs.

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Need help after crime?

Get in touch anytime for independent, free, and confidential advice:

In an emergency you should always call 999.

Our services are confidential. We will only share information about you without your consent if we're concerned about your, or someone else's safety, or if we're required to by law. Read our privacy policy.

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Victim Support is the independent charity dedicated to supporting victims of crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales.

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The Dementia Centre was founded by HammondCare in 1995 as an impartial resource and provider of research and expertise to the aged and dementia care community. This is key to HammondCare's commitment to excellence in dementia care.

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Dementia & Sensory Challenges | Dementia Centre

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The word ‘dementia’ describes a set of symptoms that may include memory loss and difficulties with thinking, problem-solving or language, and often changes in mood, perception or behaviour.

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We're here for you, whatever's on your mind. We'll support you. Guide you. Help you make decisions that are right for you.

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On Thursday 30 November from 2:30am - 7:30am, you won't be able to contact Childline whilst we do some important maintenance to our systems. This means that 1-2-1 chats, calling and messages to Childline will be unavailable. You'll still be able to use the Childline website for advice and information.

If you're in danger or it's an emergency, you should always call 999

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Get help and advice about a wide range of issues, call us on 0800 1111, talk to a counsellor online, send Childline an email or post on the message boards.

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Recovery from serious mental illness in Wales - Hafal

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Hafal is a Welsh mental health charity supporting those affected by serious mental illness in Wales. Hafal helps people recover from serious mental illness

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St John Ambulance is the first aid and health and safety trainer of choice for hundreds of thousands of companies, local authorities, and members of the public.

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St John Ambulance is the first aid and health and safety trainer of choice for hundreds of thousands of companies, local authorities, and members of the public.

First aid and health and safety training courses for the workplace

With thousands of training courses across the country, including a full suite of first aid, risk assessment, fire marshal, and moving and handling courses, we enable hundreds of thousands of people to be the difference in their workplace - and outside of work - to protect their colleagues, family, friends, and members of the community.

We have over 260 venues nationwide so the right course is never far away. If you have a group that needs training we can come to you and deliver the training on your premises. This can not only save you time, but also money. Simply complete an online enquiry form and we'll be in touch to discuss your options.

Not sure what training you need to meet your legal requirements?

Simply enter a few details about your workplace in our online requirements calculator** and find out immediately what first aid training you need to meet your legal requirements. We'll also advise you of your fire safety and first aid kit requirements. Call 0844 770 4800* to speak with an advisor in your area.

You can also use our printable first aid and fire safety checklists** to help you get first aid and fire safety provision right in your workplace:

- Download your first aid checklist
- Download your fire safety checklist

Training for schools, pre-schools and those looking after children and infants

St John Ambulance works with schools across the UK to:

First aid training in the community

We go right into the heart of the community with first aid training for local organisations and groups, for people who look after young children and infants.

*Calls cost 7p per minute plus your phone company's access charge.
**The calculators and checklists are for guidance only and do not replace the need for a full first aid needs assessment and fire risk assessment in your workplace

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First Aid Training Courses for Work & Schools - St John Ambulance

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St John Ambulance is the first aid and health and safety trainer of choice for hundreds of thousands of companies, local authorities, and members of the public.

First aid and health and safety training courses for the workplace

With thousands of training courses across the country, including a full suite of first aid, risk assessment, fire marshal, and moving and handling courses, we enable hundreds of thousands of people to be the difference in their workplace - and outside of work - to protect their colleagues, family, friends, and members of the community.

We have over 260 venues nationwide so the right course is never far away. If you have a group that needs training we can come to you and deliver the training on your premises. This can not only save you time, but also money. Simply complete an online enquiry form and we'll be in touch to discuss your options.

Not sure what training you need to meet your legal requirements?

Simply enter a few details about your workplace in our online requirements calculator** and find out immediately what first aid training you need to meet your legal requirements. We'll also advise you of your fire safety and first aid kit requirements. Call 0844 770 4800* to speak with an advisor in your area.

You can also use our printable first aid and fire safety checklists** to help you get first aid and fire safety provision right in your workplace:

- Download your first aid checklist
- Download your fire safety checklist

Training for schools, pre-schools and those looking after children and infants

St John Ambulance works with schools across the UK to:

First aid training in the community

We go right into the heart of the community with first aid training for local organisations and groups, for people who look after young children and infants.

*Calls cost 7p per minute plus your phone company's access charge.
**The calculators and checklists are for guidance only and do not replace the need for a full first aid needs assessment and fire risk assessment in your workplace

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St John Ambulance - the nation's leading first aid charity

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First aid is a simple skill with an incredible impact. We want everyone to learn it, so that they can be the difference between a life lost and a life saved.