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This 2 minute video explains what AI is and its most common uses that you will have come across.

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Brad Parkes is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: Brad Parkes' Zoom Meeting

Time: Mar 10, 2025 10:00 AM London

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Brad Parkes is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: Landscapes Session 1 - Introduction

Time: Feb 24, 2025 10:00 AM London

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Watercolour Art Aim and Outcomes, Feb 2025

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Please read through our course aims and outcomes. We will cover all of these by the end of the course and will help you to identify and achieve your own long term aims and personal goals too. Please leave us a comment if you have any queries below.  Thank you.

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Watercolour Art Aim and Outcomes, Feb 2024

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Session 4 - Video

Hi everyone, hope you all are enjoying the sessions.This week we move onto painting water but in a new form, the sea! We look at painting the sand and how to create wave effects in your art.

Another challenging one but from what I've seen your all doing brilliantly and its great to see the positive support for each others work too. Well done everyone!

Any questions please fire away, I'll also upload another supporting link to run alongside Tracy's video this week.

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Morning everyone, Its actually our last session for this course! It's flown by once again and can't quite believe its already been 6 weeks. Don't panic though, the group and the videos will remain posted following on from this week so anyone who want's to re watch or is playing catch up on their practical pieces can do so.

Enjoy the tutorial and your painting, as always please ask any questions and let us know how you found today's task and how your painting is impacting on your wellbeing too.

This week we move onto painting a typical Staffordshire landscape painting involving a canal and the lovely flora surrounding it. We also have a boat to paint, getting the dimensions and perceptive correct which we began to look at last week. Plus the reflections on the water which we have covered in a few sessions across the course. This final piece is a challenge but it brings together many of the skills we have learnt so far in the course and will be a great one to attempt! Good luck and enjoy.

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Please see below a great little video on painting watercolour waves, this video looks at them in more detail and more for paintings where you'd be taking a closer look at them than a set back landscape. Its a really interesting video and well worth a watch

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WATERCOLOR TUTORIAL // How to Paint Waves

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Hi everyone, welcome to Session 3! This week we move onto to moving water and learn more about painting a river set in a wooded English countryside area! Water presents a new challenge but it's not as scary as it first sounds. Tracy explains how reflections can be captured on the river and how the illusion of moving water can be created.

Any questions please ask as always, enjoy the session

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Session 3 Supporting Link - Another video that is worth a look is the one below. As Tracy mentions in the videos all artists paint a little differently and have a personal approach outside of the standard techniques. This is a great little 10 min video on painting a river, if you get chance its worth a look

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How to Paint a Gently Flowing River in Watercolour

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Session 2 - Hi everyone

This week we move from mountains to a more English countryside setting with tree's, a winding path and gate. Any questions please send them across.

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Landscape Watercolour Course - Session 1

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What I have Learnt:           Photographs and feedback

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Please share your photos, top tips, ideas, feedback with us. If you have any difficulty uploading your work please just get in touch with me - Brad Parkes, 07772 273033 or email carolparkes@chaseaquaruralenterprise.com

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Art for Wellbeing: Self Reflection Wk 2 Landscapes in Watercolour

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Well done for completing week 2 of your new course! Its really useful to reflect on what you've completed and achieved so far. Please let us know about anything you found difficult, or may need additional support with. Many thanks.

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Please take a look at our group agreement, we want everyone to feel safe, supported and included.  We want everyone to achieve as much as possible by taking part.

To approve and to leave any suggestions please use the space below.

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Thought about volunteering?  Here's a great place to start

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Thought about volunteering?  Here's a great place to start

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Hello and welcome to the Staffordshire Community Learning Volunteering of Community Practice webpage.

This webpage has been designed to support volunteers across the county of Staffordshire providing a space where information can be accessed about volunteering opportunities, training links, information to support volunteers and share best practice. In addition there is also a space for you to post any questions related to volunteering via the volunteer forum.
What does the term volunteer mean?
A person who willingly help's others without being paid for their time and contributions.
What are the benefits of volunteering?
Anyone can volunteer. It can be very rewarding and is a great way to:

meet new people.

gain new or use existing skills.

get valuable experience.

make a big difference to your community.

Volunteering also develops many key personal or employability skills for the individual, helping them to progress in work and life. Being part of a community volunteers can increase self-confidence by interacting with others and having a sense of purpose. Volunteering opportunities may also be set in placements that match the individual's employment aspirations and so provides a great opportunity to build up valuable work-related experience before applying for full or part time paid roles.
What can I expect when becoming a volunteer?
Organisations such as charities really value the work done by volunteers and will ensure your time is fully supported and make it the best possible experience.

Training will be provided for you to carry out the role. This may include specific training to meet regulations or standards such as Health & Safety, First Aid, or manual handling. Other training may include things such as induction to the venue and facilities, attending team meetings or shadowing other staff members.

As a non-paid member of staff the organisation values your time and will do their best to accommodate your availability to attend.

Hello and welcome to the Staffordshire Community Learning Volunteering of Community Practice webpage.

This webpage has been designed to support volunteers across the county of Staffordshire providing a space where information can be accessed about volunteering opportunities, training links, information to support volunteers and share best practice. In addition there is also a space for you to post any questions related to volunteering via the volunteer forum.
What does the term volunteer mean?
A person who willingly help's others without being paid for their time and contributions.
What are the benefits of volunteering?
Anyone can volunteer. It can be very rewarding and is a great way to:

meet new people.

gain new or use existing skills.

get valuable experience.

make a big difference to your community.

Volunteering also develops many key personal or employability skills for the individual, helping them to progress in work and life. Being part of a community volunteers can increase self-confidence by interacting with others and having a sense of purpose. Volunteering opportunities may also be set in placements that match the individual's employment aspirations and so provides a great opportunity to build up valuable work-related experience before applying for full or part time paid roles.
What can I expect when becoming a volunteer?
Organisations such as charities really value the work done by volunteers and will ensure your time is fully supported and make it the best possible experience.

Training will be provided for you to carry out the role. This may include specific training to meet regulations or standards such as Health & Safety, First Aid, or manual handling. Other training may include things such as induction to the venue and facilities, attending team meetings or shadowing other staff members.

As a non-paid member of staff the organisation values your time and will do their best to accommodate your availability to attend.

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Hello and welcome to the Staffordshire Community Learning Volunteering of Community Practice webpage. This webpage has been designed to support volunteers across the county of Staffordshire providing a space where information can be accessed about volunteering

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Useful Learner Information -  British Values, Protect yourself, Feeling and Staying Safe:

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Useful Learner Information -  British Values, Protect yourself, Feeling and Staying Safe:

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https://www.staffordshire.gov.uk/Education/Community-learning-service/ProviderInfo/Safeguarding-and-Prevent-duty-overview.aspx

Using the internet safely and protectiing personal information:
https://www.deliveringforscotland.gov.uk/at-home/internet-safety/

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Volunteering can help improve your self-esteem and emotional health

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Volunteering can help improve your self-esteem and emotional health

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New Roadmap for children's mental health support in Staffordshire

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New Roadmap for children's mental health support in Staffordshire

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Manage your own mental wellbeing with new wellbeing hub

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Manage your own mental wellbeing with new wellbeing hub

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Explore your creativity with classes in illustration, photography, design, and more.

No Commitments. Cancel Anytime.

You're in the driver's seat. Join millions of students crafting a unique learning experience to help them get where they want to go.

Learn with Emily Henderson, Kelis, Marques Brownlee, Jessica Kobeissi, and thousands of acclaimed creators eager to share their knowledge with you.

Unlock a passion, side hustle, or new professional skill with thousands of classes in design, business, and more.

© Skillshare, Inc. 2020. All rights reserved.

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Explore your creativity with classes in illustration, photography, design, and more. No Commitments. Cancel Anytime. You're in the driver's seat. Join millions of students crafting a unique learning experience to help them get where they want to go. Learn with Emily Henderson, Kelis, Marques Brownlee, Jessica Kobeissi, and thousands of acclaimed creators eager to share their knowledge with you.

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A really useful link especially during Spring months

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A really useful link especially during Spring months

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Things to do, health, mental health & wellbeing, care homes & supported accomodations, information & advice, keeping safe, transport, help with caring for someone, money/benefits & housing, help at home.

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Cost of Living Support - Live better and love later life

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What support is available to you or a loved one during the cost of living crisis?

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Safeguarding information for learners from Staffordshire Community Learning / county council

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Safeguarding information for learners from Staffordshire Community Learning / county council

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Safeguarding and Prevent duty: overview - Staffordshire County Council

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Information, guidance and documents on Safeguarding and the Prevent Duty.

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The Skills Toolkit from Department for Education  provides access to free, high-quality courses to help build up your skills in digital and numeracy. Find out more: gov.uk/theskillstoolkit #TheSkillsToolkit

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Mental Wellbeing - Little Things can Make a Difference

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Mental Wellbeing - Little Things can Make a Difference

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From the Blog

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Who are you really talking to online?

The internet is a fantastic innovation that has, in many ways, made life more convenient, given us more choice, brought enrichment and for many, made...

Our Partners & Supporters

Our Mission

Our Mission

Get Safe Online is the UK's leading source of unbiased, factual and easy-to-understand information on online safety.

Our website is a unique resource providing practical advice on how to protect yourself, your computers and mobile devices and your business against fraud, identity theft, viruses and many other problems encountered online. It contains guidance on many other related subjects too - including performing backups and how to avoid theft or loss of your computer, smartphone or tablet.
Read more about who we are

Get Safe Online around the world

Get Safe Online has a presence in 24 countries around the world. Each country benefits from its own Get Safe Online website, customised to deliver the best and most relevant experience for individuals and businesses. Many of the countries also have a community of Get Safe Online Ambassadors and Advocates working on our behalf.
Read more about our International Sites

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Get Safe Online | The UK's leading Online Safety Advice Resource

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The UK's leading online safety advice resource. Providing free, impartial internet safety advice to help keep you and your family safe online.

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Thank you for enrolling on your course, I really hope that you enjoy developing some new watercolour painting skills. We hope that you will continue to develop and enjoy your new skills once the course finishes.

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info leaflet Art for Wellbeing - Watercolour art in Landscapes

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Beat the cold - some links you may find useful

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Beat the cold - some links you may find useful

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Beat the Cold provides energy advice and guidance to address fuel poverty (https://www.beatcold.org.uk/).

Support with Cost of Living Resources: https://www.staffordshire.gov.uk/Community/Cost-of-living-support/Here-to-help.aspx

Hypothermia Advice: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hypothermia/

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With pride. With purpose. With you.

We are no ordinary county council. We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future. We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too.

You will work in an empowering environment and be encouraged to bring your creativity and skills to help us continuously improve. You will enjoy the freedom to grow in a team that supports you and your ambitions. A teams that supports you to develop at your pace, in your own way. This is a place where you can thrive. And one we are proud to keep improving.

A message to potential applicants from Chief Executive Officer of Staffordshire County Council, John Henderson.

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View our current vacancies

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Jobs and Careers at Staffordshire Council

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With pride. With purpose. With you. We are no ordinary county council. We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people.

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Support with your English for speakers of other languages

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Support with your English for speakers of other languages

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English for speakers of other languages | Staffordshire Community Learning

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Staffordshire county council subsidises the costs for adult and community learning, making most courses either heavily discounted or available at no cost to you

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More online safety including advice for parents

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More online safety including advice for parents

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Welcome to the UK Safer Internet Centre, where you can find online safety tips, advice and resources to help children and young people stay safe online.

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Here is the link to enrol for this course.  Please use the following information:

Course Code: CFPCARE06

Course Name:  Art for Wellbeing: Landscapes in Watercolour

Provider:  Chase Aqua Rural Enterprise CIC

Dates: 24th February - 31st March 2025

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Your Progess and achievements, long term goals and personal outcomes

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Your Progess and achievements, long term goals and personal outcomes

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Please reflect on how this course has helped you to achieve your personal outcomes and work towards your long term goals.

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Art for Wellbeing: Landscapes in Watercolour - Week 6 and End of Course Reflection

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Congratulations on completing week 6 of your art course. Please reflect on your achievements this week, and tell us how the course has supported you to achieve your personal goals, and towards your long term aims. Well done, and best wishes with developing your wellbeing and art skills going forwards.

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What does a green diet look like? | BBC Good Food

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Green eating isn’t the latest fad diet where you’re restricted to green fruit and vegetables, but a way of eating that’s better for you and the environment.

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Two useful careers links worth following on Twitter for the latest info about careers.

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Two useful careers links worth following on Twitter for the latest info about careers.

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@nationalCareers and
@CareersWestMids

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Congratulations on completing your course!

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Congratulations on completing your course!

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Taking time for wellbeing, having support when you need it most

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Taking time for wellbeing, having support when you need it most

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Links:  www.mentalhealth.org.uk  Mental health and wellbeing

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Please can I ask you to follow the link and complete our initial assessment - its a great opportunity to remind yourself and us why you are choosing to take part in the course, and what you would like to achieve from it.

As tutors it helps to inform us so that we can build all learner needs and aspirations into our course. If we can support you with any specific needs whilst you are on the course please let us know too.  Best wishes. Carol

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Art for Wellbeing: Landscapes in Watercolour: Getting to know you - Setting your Goals

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The purpose of this form is to help identify your starting points for your new course. Also for you to share your personal goals, long term aims and any past experience you may have. Please tell us a little about yourself so that we can provide you with the best support that we can on your new learning journey.

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Staying safe online - tips for older people | Age UK

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Online scams are becoming increasingly common. These include viruses which can damage your computer and online scams. Read our guide to staying safe online.

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Walking is a simple, free way of getting more physically active. It's ideal for people of all ages and fitness levels. It's also easy to build into your daily routine and doesn't need any special equipment.

Walking has many mental and physical health benefits. It can also help you feel part of your community and reduce loneliness and isolation.

Many people don't think of walking as being exercise. However, you don't need to go to the gym, go swimming or play sports to get the benefits of being active. Walking is a great way of reaching the recommended level of physical activity we need to stay healthy.

How much walking should you do to improve your health?

For walking to count towards your recommended level of physical activity, you should walk at a pace that increases your breathing speed and heart rate.

Taking a brisk walk (as if you're late for an appointment) for just 30 minutes a day, at least 5 days per week, can help you feel good. For example, it can:

improve energy

reduce stress

reduce your blood pressure

manage your weight

improve sleep

Health benefits of walking

Like other forms of moderate activity, regular walking is proven to reduce your risk of some chronic illnesses, including:

Walking can also improve your mood and reduce your risk of depression.

For older people, walking more often is great for increasing general mobility and muscle strength in the lower body. This can reduce the risk of falls.

Walking can also help maintain wellbeing and independence in people with long term conditions like:

Walking could also help you manage the symptoms of your condition and in some cases improve them.

Activity trackers for walking

Pedometers, smartphone apps and activity trackers are useful, motivational tools to help you track your walking progress. You can use them to set yourself goals and measure your success.

There's also social benefits of using activity tracking apps as they allow you to:

join walking communities and groups

share your step scores with friends

compare steps with others as part of competitions

Get started

If you decide to do more walking, think about whether you can walk to:

Having a pet dog is also a great way to encourage you to walk more, you could even walk with a friends dog if you don't have your own!

Start with a little more walking

You can start walking by breaking the time into smaller chunks. For example, you could walk for:

10 minutes 3 times per day, or

15 minutes twice a day

Build this up to walk greater distances at a faster pace.

Even a small increase in the amount of walking can bring significant benefits if you're currently inactive.

Walking equipment

Usually all you need is a pair of comfortable shoes, that allow you to walk comfortably and provide suitable support to your feet.

How to do more walking

Making small changes to increase the number of daily steps you take can lead to big health benefits. You should aim to establish a baseline of how many steps you currently do and aim to increase this gradually until you're walking for at least 2.5 hours per week.

You can increase your steps in simple ways.

Walking groups

For some, walking with other people provides motivation to not only start walking more, but to continue. Look for local walking groups, Health Walk groups or try going with friends or your partner.

Health Walk groups

Health Walk groups are found all across Scotland with over 550 walks taking place each week. The walks are:

volunteer led

free

sociable

open to everyone no matter what your age, fitness level or ability

Some Health Walks are also adapted to provide extra support for individuals with dementia or cancer, enabling them to take part with confidence.

Find out more about walking in your area through:

Active Travel

Active travel means making journeys in active ways like walking or cycling. Active travel aims to improve your quality of life and quality of area. Walking instead of driving to nearby locations will:

improve your physical and mental well being

reduce the risk of obesity

reduce traffic and improve the air quality in your area

allow you to save money on fuel

bring your community together

Further information about active travel
Nordic walking

Nordic walking is a full-body exercise that's also easier on your lower joints than regular walking due to the use of poles. It's a great way to significantly improve the condition of your muscles, heart and lungs.

Nordic walking poles harness the power of your upper body muscles to help push you forward as you walk. It's a recognised way to turn a walk into full body exercise. You move in a similar way to ordinary walking. Holding your poles, you swing your arms with your elbows straight allowing the bottom of the poles to push against the ground propelling you forward as you move.

It's recommended that when you begin Nordic walking, you start with lessons to ensure you master the basic technique and can continue the exercise without causing yourself strain or injury. There are Nordic Walking groups across the country that you can join.

Nordic walking can bring health benefits beyond regular walking as it involves more areas of your body. It is a great way of becoming more active if you have balance issues, are overweight or have a long term condition that affects your mobility.
Further information on Nordic walking

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Information about the health benefits of walking and how to walk more in day-to-day life. This includes advice on walking groups in Scotland and active travel.

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Thank you for enrolling on your course, I really hope that you enjoy learning some new creative art and craft skills inspired by your journeys outdoors this Autumn. We hope that you will continue to develop and enjoy your new skills once the course finishes.

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Congratulations on enrolling on a Staffordshire Community Learning or Everyday Maths course!

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5 Minutes to Relax: Calming Stream * Relaxing Water Sounds * Flowing Water Short Video

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You need some relaxation, but only have 5 minutes? Enjoy these relaxing water sounds with the flowing water short video. This calming stream is perfect for 5 minutes to relax. The relaxing nature video with the calming water sounds is recommended for stress relief, healing, sleeping and much more.

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Art for Wellbeing: Self Reflection Wk 1 Landscapes in Watercolour

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How can we help?

We know everybody's different, but choose the statement that best describes you or your situation and we'll suggest some relevant topics.

Still not sure where to start?

Don't worry. We're here to help guide you to the information you need. Use the links below and we'll point you in the right direction.

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https://careers.staffordshire.gov.uk/jobs/latest

WeRecruit is the new Staffordshire County Council's career hub which will improve the recruitment experience for you! It is accessible on both mobile and desktop devices, and will include all candidate communications and show your application progress.  You can now easily: apply for jobs, manage your profile, find information to support your job search. It will also allow you to set up job alerts, so you can quickly access jobs matching your chosen criteria.

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Jobs and careers with Staffordshire County Council

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Now that you have successfully completed your course why not take another step and try one of the other learning courses available with Staffordshire Community Learning.  Please follow the link for details.

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Staffordshire Community Learning - Staffordshire Adult and Community Learning

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This is the official website for Staffordshire County Council's Adult Community Learning service.

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The Five Ways to Wellbeing has been a very important corner stone for this course and you may remember we started by taking a look at where you felt you were on the WEMWBS scale. It would be really good if you could pause again now and complete WEMWBS again to see what impact taking part in the course has had on your wellbeing.  If there is anything that we can help to support you with on-going as a result please let me know.  Link to the form is here:

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The Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-Being Scale (WEMWBS)

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Art for Wellbeing: Self Reflection Wk 5 Landscapes in Watercolour

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Well done for completing week 5 of your new course! Its really useful to reflect on what you’ve completed and achieved so far. Please let us know about anything you found difficult, or may need additional support with. Many thanks.

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What I have Learnt:           Photographs and feedback

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Art for Wellbeing: Self Reflection Wk 4 Landscapes in Watercolour

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Well done for completing week 4 of your new course! Its really useful to reflect on what you’ve completed and achieved so far. Please let us know about anything you found difficult, or may need additional support with. Many thanks.

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What I have Learnt:           Photographs and feedback

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What I have Learnt:           Photographs and feedback

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Please share your photos, top tips, ideas, feedback with us. If you have any difficulty uploading your work please just get in touch with me - Brad Parkes, 07772 273033 or email carolparkes@chaseaquaruralenterprise.com

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Art for Wellbeing: Self Reflection Wk 3 Landscapes in Watercolour

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Well done for completing week 3 of your new course! Its really useful to reflect on what you’ve completed and achieved so far. Please let us know about anything you found difficult, or may need additional support with. Many thanks.

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Links to English, Maths and IT support here

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Links to English, Maths and IT support here

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Numeracy and Digital Skills - The government have launched The Skills Toolkit, a collection of free online courses for adults to access whilst at home, to help you build new skills and boost growth and productivity.

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One in three people have used online learning to help them get a better job. On average, online learning can boost your annual pay by £3,640 too [ 1]

94% of employees would stay at a company longer if it invested in their career development [ 5].

Help boost team productivity and motivation by upskilling your employees with free, high-quality digital, numeracy and soft skills courses. All courses on The Skills Toolkit are free and available online, so your teams can learn flexibly from home at a time that suits them.
Explore courses

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Learn a new skill at home. Find free, high quality digital courses in The Skills Toolkit.

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Positive wellbeing will influence many aspects of our lives, as well as being an  important employability characteristic. Please take a look and if you would like complete and return the wellbeing survey form below please do so. You can repeat this again later in the course too and reflect on the impact taking part in this course has had on your well-being.  Thank you.

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The Warwick-Edinburgh Mental Well-Being Scale (WEMWBS)

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This is a very brief questionnaire that is meant to help you measure your own mental well-being. (c) NHS Health Scotland, University of Warwick and University of Edinburgh, 2006, all rights reserved. Used under licence to Chase Aqua Rural Enterprise CIC. Link to find out more information here: htt…

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On-line learning at home - Staying Safe, Tips and Guidance for Safety in the Home

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On-line learning at home - Staying Safe, Tips and Guidance for Safety in the Home

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Did you know faulty electrics such as overloaded sockets and faulty electrical appliances cause around 7,000 house fires across the country every year?

General Advice

When using electronic devices always use the official charger and don't be tempted to use cheap counterfeit replicas instead.

Ensure that you replace all damaged cables and chargers.

Make sure all electrical appliances have a British or European safety mark when you buy them.

Don't overload your sockets - keep one appliance to one plug where possible and use the socket overload calculator to reduce the risk of fire.

Unplug appliances when you are going to bed or not using them.

High powered appliances such as washing machines should have a single plug socket.

Never use square box plug adapters, and if using a strip adapter/extension make sure it's fused and don't overload it.

If using a cable drum extension lead, it should be completely unwound to avoid overheating.

Never put anything metallic in the microwave.

Do not leave your washing machine on overnight or when you go out.

Clean the filter on your tumble dryer regularly and remove fluff.

Clean behind the fridge and freezer in order to avoid the blocking of air vents.

Don't leave electric blankets folded when storing them over summer months as this damages the internal wiring - store them flat or rolled up.

If your electric blanket isn't thermostat controlled, unplug the blanket before you get into bed.

Don't buy second-hand blankets - check your blanket regularly for wear and tear.

If your blanket is over 10 years old, replace it and dispose of the old one at your nearest recycling centre.

Socket Overload Calculator

Are you overloading your sockets?

Overloaded sockets can easily cause fires, which could be easily prevented. Use the socket overload calculator to plug in some typical household appliances to see the effect on the load, and to get useful tips on how to avoid overloading your sockets.

Register your electrical appliances for a safer home

Only 36% of consumers register all of their large domestic appliances.

The register my appliance website is designed to make it quicker and easier for the public to register all of their appliances. It provides up-to-date, accurate, contact information for owners who have acquired specific models of appliances within the last twelve years, so manufacturers can issue safety updates or repair notifications to the right homes. The website provides access to the registration pages of over 40 leading brands of domestic appliances, including most of the UK's top-selling brands of major white goods.

Other electrical items should be registered with the manufacturer when you purchase them. They can be checked for recalls and registered using the Electrical Safety First website.

The site above also gives advice on what to do if you get a recall notification.

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Did you know faulty electrics such as overloaded sockets and faulty electrical appliances cause around 7,000 house fires across the country every year? When using electronic devices always use the official charger and don't be tempted to use cheap counterfeit replicas instead. Ensure that you replace all damaged cables and chargers.

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Introduction to your course and your learning Padlet and/or Facebook group

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Introduction to your course and your learning Padlet and/or Facebook group

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Your  Learner Handbook is packed full of info!

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Your  Learner Handbook is packed full of info!

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This handbook contains lots of really helpful information and advice, about what you can expect, how to stay safe on your course and contacts for other learning.   Our CARE designated safeguarding lead is Carol Parkes, Tel: 07772 273033 and our deputy safeguarding lead is Brad Parkes.  You can contact us both on info@chaseaquaruralenterprise.com with any questions or for support whilst you are on your course.

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Session 5 Video!

Hi everyone, hope you are all well and had a great weekend. Well done for last weeks session, painting water is always a difficult task and the last two weeks have focused on two different types. Being able to paint water is an important part of landscape art. Another important aspect of landscape art is capturing buildings in your work which can be tricky especially with perspective & proportions. This week we move onto to look at this in more detail and attempt a lovely old barn with trees, a sweeping path and tin roof.

Please find the link attached on this post, any questions please fire away and thanks again for all the messages / comments and uploads of your work.

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A great series following Robson Green around the countryside, might inspire you to get outside and explore a few places :-)

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Robson shares ideas on how to make the most of the weekends by getting into the outdoors.