Third Sector Health & Wellbeing News for Pembrokeshire by Sophie Buckley

New Carers Voice Forum for Pembrokeshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-03-21 17:03:36 UTC

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-03-21 17:03:58 UTC

Have Your Say - A Fairer Council Tax

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-07-15 09:45:00 UTC

The Welsh Government has published the consultation, ‘A Fairer Council Tax’. This consultation is live between 12 July and 4 October 2022.

We are seeking views from people and organisations on our broad ambitions to meeting our commitment to a fairer and more progressive system.

Organisations can respond to the survey by following the instructions on the below link:

A Fairer Council Tax | GOV.WALES

Dementia Friendly Pembrokeshire launches

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-07-31 22:53:24 UTC

Dementia Friendly Pembrokeshire is working in partnership with the Alzheimer's Society to improve lives of people affected by dementia. By supporting individual organisations and businesses to work towards becoming dementia friendly.

Organisations can make a big difference for people with dementia and their carers. They are the frontline interaction with people affected by dementia and the engines of dementia-friendly activity in their communities. When people affected by dementia go out and about, they interact with organisations and the people that work in them. Seeing the ‘Working to become Dementia Friendly’ logo gives them confidence to continue to do the things they love and need to do to be part of their community.

For further information please email cherry.evans@pavs.org.uk

Announcement - "Preseli Cares" project led by PAVS

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-07-31 22:56:53 UTC

The UK’s largest co-operative development agency, Cwmpas, has secured investment from the National Lottery Community Fund for a ‘test and learn’ project enabling communities to have voice and control over their care.

Approximately £290k is being invested in two projects that will test two different models of community-led care, aimed at providing a solution to social care issues. Both models will demonstrate that early community care interventions are affordable, viable and sustainable solutions to the care crisis.

Action in Caerau and Ely (ACE) in Cardiff, will test the ‘ACE Cares’ urban model and Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services (PAVS) will test the ‘Preseli Cares’ rural model, with Cwmpas leading both partners. The project title is ‘Community-led care: Solutions to social care issues.’

Preseli Cares

PAVS will work with people, community groups, statutory partners and private sector businesses to co-produce Preseli Cares. Preseli Cares represents a shift away from traditional care as it will build activities and services required by local communities, driven by local communities. By taking a co-productive approach, Preseli Cares will utilise assets and strengths in communities; of people currently accessing services, volunteers and paid and unpaid carers, encouraging them to look at their own skills, putting social value at the heart of social care delivery.

Deadline 9th September - New "Living Well this Winter" grant is open for applications

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-08-09 11:33:34 UTC

Supported by Pembrokeshire County Council and Welsh Government, the next round of the PAVS’ Support Community Action Fund is now open for applications. The “Living well this Winter” grant offers revenue grants of up to £2500 to constituted voluntary and community groups and Town and Community Councils.

This Living Well round recognises the ongoing challenges and pressures to providing activities and services to support vulnerable people during the winter months.

The Fund’s themes are:

Addressing Loneliness & Isolation
Improving mental & physical health and wellbeing
Helping people cope with financial hardship
Supporting unpaid carers

The deadline for applications is the 9^th September 2022

All spend must be made by 31^st March 2023.

For more information or to request an application pack , email development@pavs.org.uk

Visit PAVS’ Funding Advice Service padlet for other funding ideas and updates

(link here).

Coed Lleol's Wellbeing and Wild Swimming Programme in Pembrokeshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-08-09 21:58:38 UTC

To book contact Nicki Price | 07458 130611 NicolaPrice@smallwoods.org.uk

Coed Lleol's Late Summer Woodland Wellbeing Programme in Pembrokeshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-08-09 21:59:48 UTC

To book contact Nicki Price | 07458 130611 NicolaPrice@smallwoods.org.uk

Save the Date - Invitation to the launch of Preseli Cares

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-08-10 12:53:10 UTC

NOW live on Eventbrite

Book via Eventbrite:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/preseli-cares-launch-event-tickets-403367963437

Thursday 8^th September 2022

10.00am -1.00pm

Online

Thanks to the National Lottery Community Fund, Cwmpas (formerly Wales Co-operative Centre) has secured funding for a new 2-year project enabling communities to have voice and control over their care. Working in partnership with Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services (PAVS) and Action in Caerau & Ely (ACE) the aim is to work with people in communities to develop a community-led care system that can provide an affordable, viable solution to social care issues.

PAVS is organising a launch event for the Pembrokeshire element of the project – Preseli Cares. The event will include an introduction to the Preseli Cares project, examples of community led care and support from other areas in Pembrokeshire, a chance to ask our panel about their lived experiences of care & support, and opportunities for getting involved in the future.

We want to create a buzz and generate discussion so people living in the community can share their strengths, skills and ideas as we begin our journey towards designing a system for community led care and support that works for everyone, now and in the future.

So, if you live in one of the communities that make up the Preseli Practice catchment area of north-east Pembrokeshire – Newport, Crymych and the surrounding areas - and want to find out more about what is happening, then please put the date in your diary. Town & community councillors, elected members, statutory partners and organisations delivering care & support services in the area are also welcome to come along.

Email Joanne.hobson@pavs.org.uk for more information and to register an interest in being involved.

Booking details will follow soon.

Welsh Government Written Statement: Registration period for £500 payment to unpaid carers to re-open

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-08-11 16:44:02 UTC

The registration period for the £500 payment to unpaid carers will reopen on 15^th August and remain open until September 2^nd 2022.

Unpaid carers who were receiving Carer’s Allowance on 31 March 2022 have this final chance to make a claim if they have not done so already. There is no change to the eligibility criteria. Unpaid carers must contact their local authority to register before the new closing date.

The latest data on take up of the payment shows that as of July 22^nd, over 70% of eligible unpaid carers had successfully registered for the payment and 65% had already been paid. This figure is likely to be higher given the number of claims yet to be processed by local authorities.

We invested in an extensive communications campaign to promote the payment throughout May and June. Information was shared via social media outlets including Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. We also ran a takeover of the Wales Online homepage on multiple dates. The overall performance of the online campaign was strong; the ads generated over 1.5million impressions and reached more than 78,000 individual people.

To reach people who are not online, we shared the messages via pharmacy bags, radio ads and a half page advert throughout May and June in a wide array of printed newspapers across Wales.

The payment was also covered by national news television outlets and promoted by local authorities and organisations supporting unpaid carers.

Despite this coverage, I am aware that some unpaid carers missed the deadline or did not realise that they are required to contact their local authority to register for the payment. I hope that re-opening the registration period will allow more unpaid carers who were in receipt of Carers Allowance on March 31^st to benefit from this payment.

Have Your Say - Draft action plan to end the abuse and neglect of older people in Wales

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-08-12 12:36:23 UTC

Welsh Government are consulting on whether the draft action plan will:

help older people live independently and with dignity
give older people who are at risk of abuse or neglect adequate support from safeguarding services
help older people experiencing domestic abuse or sexual violence access relevant support
protect older people receiving care and support from abuse or neglect

To respond click here Draft action plan to end the abuse and neglect of older people in Wales | GOV.WALES

Have Your Say - Developing a national framework for social prescribing

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-08-12 12:37:48 UTC

A national framework for social prescribing would set a common set of standards and ensure consistent delivery.

Welsh Government want to:

develop a common understanding of the language used to describe social prescribing
agree a model of social prescribing for Wales
understand what is already happening across Wales, what is working well and what isn’t
identify what action can be taken on a once for Wales basis
help embed social prescribing services in areas where they either don’t exist or need to be developed further
find out which technological solutions we need to develop

To respond click here Developing a national framework for social prescribing | GOV.WALES

Have Your Say - Carers UK State of Caring Survey

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-08-12 13:29:07 UTC

Carers UK’s annual State of Caring Survey 2022 is now open!

https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/YR36SHQ

The results, which we be published in our State of Caring report in November, are vital for helping Carers UK to understand what caring has been like in 2022 and carers’ priorities for the future.

They want as many carers as possible to complete the survey, so please share it widely with your personal and professional networks. The survey takes around 30 minutes to complete and will close on 9^th September.

Hate Crime Awareness Week 8-15 October 2022

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-08-23 17:14:42 UTC

HATE CRIME AWARNESS WEEK 2022 IN WALES

National Hate Crime Awareness Week (HCAW) takes place each year. In 2022 it falls on 8 to 15 October.

Join Victim Support and your local Community Cohesion Team to find out more about Hate Crime Awareness Week.

Booking is essential through Eventbrite: Wales Hate Crime Awareness Week / Wythnos Ymwygydddiaeth Troseddau Cymru Tickets, Multiple Dates | Eventbrite

Hate Crime Awareness Week
What's happening across Wales and in your area
How you can get involved
How to access FREE resources

#WalesTogether

#NationalHCAW

#WeStandTogether

#NoPlaceForHate

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WYTHNOS YMWYBYDDIAETH TROSEDDAU CASINEB YNG NGHYMRU 2022

Maw Wythnos Genedlaethol Ymwybyddiaeth Troseddau Casineb (WGYTC) yn cael ei chynnal bob blwyddyn. Yn 2022 mae'n digwydd rhwng 8 a 15 Hydref.

Ymunwch a Victim Support a Thim Cydlyniant Cymunedol Canolbarth a Gorlllewin Cymru i ddyscgu rhagor am Wythnos Ymwybyddiaeth Troseddau Casineb

Mae archeby drwy Eventbrite yn hanfodol: Wales Hate Crime Awareness Week / Wythnos Ymwygydddiaeth Troseddau Cymru Tickets, Multiple Dates | Eventbrite

Wythnos Ymwybyddiaeth Troseddau Casineb
Beth sy'n digwydd ledled Cymru ac yn eich ardal chi
Sut y gallwch chi gymryd rhan
Sut i gynhyrchu adnoddau AM DDIM

#CymruGydaiGilydd

#HCAWCenedlaethol

#SafwrnOchrWrthOchr

#AtalCasinebDechrauYma

New Housing needs survey launched for North Pembrokeshire, South Ceredigion and West Carmarthenshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-08-25 16:13:00 UTC

A new online initiative to identify people needing affordable housing has been launched this month at the National Eisteddfod in Tregaron. The survey is an independent survey from community groups wishing to support individuals and communities in West Wales. The initiative is a collaboration between 4CG Cymru Cooperative in Cardigan and the local community development charity PLANED in Narberth. The online survey is available in English and Welsh on the following link: Housing Needs Survey (English) (office.com)

Hedd Harries noted “We are contacting all Town and Community councils within the communities identified but also are encouraging voluntary groups to get involved in notifying local people of the chance to have their say. We are looking to close the survey on the 31/10/2022, therefore people need to send their responses by this date”

Shan Williams of 4CG Cymru Cooperative added “Housing for local people is a highly important issue, we are seeing census figures showing a depopulation of rural areas as local people are priced out and the lack of well-paid employment. The increasing in the cost of living will compound the problem. We have to look at radical solutions”

Cris Tomos commented “There is such a need for local affordable housing and having a current picture of the housing need in each community would allow relevant organisations to plan for the housing needs in each area for future generations.” Cris added “We need to see local communities leading on housing developments to ensure that they meet the local demand. Initiatives such as Community Land Trusts, Cooperative housing projects and co-housing initiatives are led by local people and are becoming ever popular.”

Anyone wishing to be involved in starting a community led housing initiative in your area, please contact cris.tomos@planed.org.uk

Hard copies of the survey are also available through contacting hedd.harries@planed.org.uk or phoning the PLANED office on 01834 860965

2023 GSK IMPACT Awards – one week left to apply

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-08-25 16:15:11 UTC

The GSK IMPACT Awards provide core funding and free training for charities doing excellent work to improve people’s health and wellbeing. Organisations must be at least three years old, working in a health-related field in the UK, with income between £120,000 and £3 million. Up to 15 awards will be made, ranging from £4,000 to £50,000, plus free training and development valued at a further £9,500. Organisations will also have a film made and receive help with press and publicity.

This year, the awards have moved to a two-stage application process. Stage 1 consists of a short application form. Successful Stage 1 applicants will be contacted by 22 September and invited to apply for Stage 2.

To apply and find out more go to: www.kingsfund.org.uk/gskimpactawards

Pembrokeshire Volunteering Awards 2022

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-08-30 12:47:53 UTC

With the Deadline for nominations being 30^th September you have not long left to nominate a Volunteer or group of Volunteers for a Pembrokeshire Volunteering Award 2022.

Do you have a person or group in mind who you think make a difference to people and who you’d like to nominate for an award? Have you nominated someone before? If not, why not spend five minutes thinking about your organisation – is there someone who you think should receive a nomination? What about a group who you know make a real difference to people’s lives in the work they do voluntarily? Would you like to nominate them?

The Pembrokeshire Volunteering Awards are a chance to shine a light on the, often, unsung heroes in the voluntary sector – the volunteers.

Volunteers give their time and commitment to organisations across Pembrokeshire, without them so much just wouldn’t happen.

This is our chance to thank them for everything they do and let them know how much we value them.

There are 7 different categories, from individual and group categories (including board/ trustees) to an individual category for those who volunteering has made a difference to the life of that volunteer (Mary Sigley Award). Finalists will be contacted by PAVS and invited to attend an Awards Ceremony, supported by South Hook LNG, in the Autumn. This event is subject to any restrictions in activity which may be in place at the time and may be virtual.

To complete a nomination form you will need the permission of the volunteer and need to know a little bit about them – and their volunteering (and not be related to them).

There is a ‘Top tips’ form, and a nomination form (word document) here https://padlet.com/volforpembs/celebrate

If you would like to know more, please email volunteering@pavs.org.uk

8 weeks of Wellbeing programme from MIND Pembrokeshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-08-30 12:50:50 UTC

Pembrokeshire Mind will be running the 8 Weeks of Wellbeing programme in Fishguard this autumn following the recent course in Haverfordwest which was well attended and received very positive feedback. The course is open to everyone over 16 but numbers will be limited to 12.

For more information please contact:

Kate Rastall

Mums Matter & 8 Weeks of Wellbeing

Mind Pembrokeshire

Tel: 07956 835144/01437 769982

Email: kate@mindpembrokeshire.org.uk

Theatr Soffa- Call out for participants

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-08-30 13:20:30 UTC

Tales from the new normal

The world has changed (again) but we're all expected to act like
it's the same... 

Would you be up for sharing your story? 

We're looking for a small group of people from all walks of life
to join us for a journey. Over six weeks in September/October we'll meet on
Zoom, have a cuppa, get to know each other, and talk about what the "after
times" of the pandemic have meant for us and our mental health - the
struggles, joys, revelations, and challenges. 

Actor and playwright Ceri Ashe (Bipolar Me, Lockdown Tales: Making Bread and Babies) will be leading these sessions and through storytelling and simple
exercises will create a safe environment for these stories to breathe.  These
stories will be shared anonymously with the wider world as part of a play
written by Ceri to be livestreamed via SPAN Arts's unique Theatr Soffa project.

You have the option to stay with us and take part in rehearsals
and the show in November/December, or to step out after the sharing sessions
and return as an audience member to see your stories go out into the world,
where other people might relate to them, laugh, cry, and feel less alone. 

The sessions will be on Wednesdays from 7.30-9.30pm, starting
14th September, and will run for six weeks until 19th October. 

They are free of charge and quite relaxed, but we do need everyone
to attend all sessions so that everyone has a fair chance to share and get to
know each other.

We're looking for people from Pembrokeshire and West Wales to take
part in this experience, which will be bilingual with parts in Welsh and in
English.

As we want this to be quite a small, tight-knit group, we may not
be able to work with everyone that signs up for the story gathering phase - but
we might get in touch later on to see if you'd be interested in being part of
the play! 

If you wish to take part, please send a message (to anna@span-arts.org.uk) or a voicemail
note (to 07939480953)
with your name, pronouns, where you
are from, and a quick sentence about why you would like to take part. We're searching for as many different voices as possible, so
please be rest assured that we really want to hear from you whatever your
stories might be!

Have Your Say - Understanding the experience of people who use the 999 ambulance service alot

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-08-30 16:58:22 UTC

Carers and their finances

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-08-30 17:19:38 UTC

Welsh Government announced during this year’s Carers Week an additional £4.5 million worth of funding to deliver the Carers Support Fund during 2022-25 to support carers experiencing financial hardship due to the cost-of-living crisis and ongoing impact of the pandemic. The fund will once again be delivered by Carers Trust Wales Network Partners and so we are trying to engage with carers and other stakeholders to establish priorities before we plan and submit our proposals in September.

We have developed a short online survey for stakeholders https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/carers-and-their-finances to help us shape our proposals and would be very grateful if you would share this with the members of the Pembrokeshire Carers Provider Forum please?

We also have a separate survey for carers which can be found https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/caring-and-your-finances. The Welsh version of the carers’ survey is available at https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/gofalu-ach-arian

Many thanks,
Carers Trust Crossroads West Wales

Have your say on Social Prescribing in Wales

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-08-30 18:23:50 UTC

WCVA wants to hear your thoughts on the new Framework aimed at connecting citizens across Wales with community support to improve their wellbeing.

On 28^th July, Welsh Government released its new National Social Prescribing Framework. As the national membership body for the voluntary sector in Wales, we want to hear from a wide range of voluntary organisations who are interested in this framework in order to best inform our consultation response. We are keen to hear from organisations across all of Wales, from larger charities to smaller community groups.

As a result, we are hosting two sessions to hear from you. These sessions will be held on:

Thursday 15^th September, 1pm -3pm
Tuesday 20th September, 10am -12pm

These sessions will be the same so you can attend whichever you wish. Here are the links you need to book
Have your say on Social Prescribing in Wales Tickets, Thu 15 Sep 2022 at 13:00 | Eventbrite
Have your say on Social Prescribing in Wales Tickets, Tue 20 Sep 2022 at 10:00 | Eventbrite

These sessions will be bilingual and Welsh to English interpretation will be provided.

Improving Support and Services for Older Men Experiencing Domestic Abuse

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-08-30 19:39:33 UTC

Join the Older People’s Commissioner for Wales to examine the action being taken in response to her latest report, ‘Improving support and services for older men experiencing domestic abuse’, and explore the ways we can work together to help to ensure that older men who experience abuse can get the help and support they need. 27 October 2022, 10:00 – 11:30. Sign up here.

Hack of Kindness™ events in Pembrokeshire in September

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-08-30 23:57:46 UTC

We’re writing to update you on the three Hack of Kindness™ events in Pembrokeshire in September.

Hosted by Cwmpas, they will allow you to develop ideas in collaboration with others in your community, with a shared mission to inspire and create positive social and economic change.

Partnership working is key to the success of these events, with specific themes the community has told us they want to look at, including:

Loneliness and social isolation
Health and well-being
Local food production and food poverty
Climate change
Child poverty
Improving mental health.

The aim is to bring different members of the community together – including; community groups, social enterprises and others – to foster creative solutions to issues in your area.

The free all-day events will also offer a chance to get to know and network with the people with a shared purpose, creating valuable connections in order to take the next steps towards making the positive difference you want to see.

These three upcoming events are:
Fishguard and Goodwick – September 15th

Pembroke Dock – September 22nd
Haverfordwest – September 30th

Book for free here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pembrokeshire-hack-of-kindnesstm-hac-caredigrwydd-sir-penfro-tickets-396990708897

We hope you take part in this tremendously valuable opportunity to make your community ideas into reality. You don’t need to have any specific prior knowledge, just the enthusiasm, passion and drive to make a difference. You can sign up as a group or come along and join a team.

The Pembrokeshire 50+ Forum are now on Facebook

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-09-05 08:21:35 UTC

Did you know that the Pembrokeshire 50+ Forum have recently created a Facebook page.

(20+) Pembrokeshire 50+ Forum | Facebook

By working together and interacting with organisations such as Pembrokeshire County Council their aim is to make life better and easier for persons aged 50 and over who live in Pembrokeshire.

They meet monthly in various locations and Zoom participation is also available. If you would like to join them then email pembrokeshire50plusforum@gmail.com

Cost of Living Crisis event

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-09-05 08:56:21 UTC

The Pembrokeshire Community Hub have been asked to organise a 3^rd Sector event that looks at the various approaches being taken by organisations to mitigate the cost-of-living crisis. This will be an online event, tentatively set for 28^th September, 1:30pm – 3:30pm. We intend to run this in the speed network style – that is, each organisation has 5 minutes to outline their work in this area and any specific projects they have developed, with an opportunity for people to ask questions. The objective is to ensure that as many people as possible are aware of the projects that might assist people in Pembrokeshire, through the winter and beyond, as well as the referral routes for these services.

If you are supporting people in Pembrokeshire through the cost of living crisis and would like to speak at this event, please email enquiries@pembrokeshirecommunityhub.org

If you would like to attend the event, you can register here https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cost-of-living-pembs-3rd-sector-response-tickets-415448857717

Have Your Say - What do you think about the response to COVID-19 in Wales?

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-09-05 15:51:11 UTC

The UK Covid-19 Inquiry has been set up to examine the UK’s preparedness and response to the Covid-19 pandemic, and to learn lessons for the future.

The experiences of people in Wales will be properly and thoroughly reflected in the inquiry. The decisions made by the Welsh Government and other Welsh public services will also be scrutinised by the inquiry team.

The Welsh Government has asked us (Community Health Councils in Wales) to speak to people about their experiences during the pandemic and gather feedback from the Welsh public. This information will be fed into the inquiry. We are doing this in lots of different ways, including this survey.

About this survey

Since the COVID-19 pandemic began a lot has changed for us all. Please share your feedback about your experience of the COVID-19 pandemic. This could be about any aspect in which your life was affected, or the lives of those you care about. For example, it could be about health or social care, education, work, home, money, support, your family life or social life.

Your feedback will help make a difference. We will share what you tell us directly with the UK Inquiry. We may also share what we hear with the NHS, the Welsh Government and other bodies in Wales who can take action to make changes where this is needed.

Your views and experiences will help them to see what people think has worked well and take action to learn from the things that didn’t go so well.
LINK TO THE SURVEY

Kind regards

Gwen Clements 

Cyngor Iechyd Cymuned Hywel Dda

Hywel Dda Community Health Council

Ffon / Telehone: 01646697610

Gwefan / Website:

www.hywelddacic.cymru / www.hywelddachc.wales

Twitter / Facebook: @cichyweldda / @hywelddachc

Job opportunity - Engagement Facilitator- Newport

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-09-12 08:31:47 UTC

Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services

on behalf of Newport & District Community Forum

invites applications from people with great communication skills and

a genuine interest in working with people for the post of

ENGAGEMENT FACILITATOR – NEWPORT (EFN)

15 hours per week £22,571 per annum (pro rata)

Based in Newport, Pembrokeshire – agile working

Fixed term to 31st March 2023

Further information and application packs are available to

download from our website at www.pavs.org.uk / www.pavscovid19.org.uk

Closing date for applications:

12 noon Monday 26^th September

Interview date: Monday 3^rd October

Mae Cymdeithas Gwasanaethau Gwirfoddol Sir Benfro

ar ranFforwm Cymunedol Trefdraeth

yn gwahodd ceisiadau gan bobl sydd â sgiliau cyfathrebu gwych a

diddordeb gwirioneddol mewn gweithio gyda phobl ar gyfer y swydd o

SWYDDOG YMGYSYLLTU TREFDRAETH (SYT)

15 awr yr wythnos £22,571 y flwyddyn ar gyfartaledd

Wedi'i loli yn Trefdraeth, Sir Benfro - gweithio ystwyth

Cyfnod penodol hyd at 31 Mawrth 2023

Mae rhagor o wybodaeth a phecyn cais are gael i’w lawrlwytho

o’n gwefan yn www.pavs.org.uk / www.pavscovid19.org.uk

Dyddiad cau ar gyfer derbyn pob cais:

12 canol Dydd Llun 26ain Medi

Dyddiad cyfweliad: Dydd Llun 3ydd Hydref

Anti-Social Behaviour Training opportunity

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-09-12 08:56:36 UTC

Dyfed-Powys Police and ASB Help proudly present this free seminar for police and partners who tackle anti-social behaviour and disorder.

This event is intended for practitioners working in statutory, third sector and voluntary organisations who routinely deal with anti-social behaviour, disorder and low level crime within our communities.

This free seminar will demonstrate the victim impact of anti-social behaviour and will explore opportunities to develop effective interventions at the earliest opportunity.

Collaborative working is key but understanding roles, responsibilities and legislation is essential in professionalising case management.

The seminar includes talks on:

Victim impact - why ASB is not 'low level’
Problem Solving
Partnership Working in ASB (case studies)
Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014 (tools and powers)
Community Trigger
Q&A

Book here
Exploring the Anti-Social Behaviour Toolkit Tickets, Thu 27 Oct 2022 at 09:00 | Eventbrite

Job opportunity - Finance Officer - Pembrokeshire People First

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-09-12 12:58:46 UTC

Pembrokeshire People First (PPF) are recruiting a Finance Officer (15 hours pw) to help steer this innovative, friendly charity to the next stage of its development.

For more details and application pack, email

info@pembrokeshirepeople1st.org.uk

Closing date 7/10/22

Help PCC Develop their Participation Strategy

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-09-12 13:17:26 UTC

If you would like to be involved in an hour-long informal discussion to help PCC develop their participation strategy please register via the link below.

Help Us Develop Our Participation Strategy | Have Your Say (pembrokeshire.gov.uk)

The strategy is about how we involve local people in the work of the Council and the decisions it is responsible for making.

We are running the following online sessions 7 - 8pm:

▪ Thursday 29^th September

▪ Tuesday 4^th October

If you can’t make any of these times and dates or would prefer to attend a face-to-face session please indicate on the registration form.

WEBINAR : Findings from the 2022 Annual Child & Family Poverty Survey

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-09-12 16:08:32 UTC

6 October 2022, 10am - 11am Online via Teams

Join us for the second session in our current series where you will hear key findings from the Children in Wales 6th Annual Child and Family Poverty Survey Report. This report will share the experiences and views of practitioners and professionals working with over 41,500 families across Wales and, importantly, hear the voices and experiences of children and young people themselves. The report will be available on our website from Wednesday, 14 September 2022.

Register here to attend
Child & Family Poverty Survey webinar / Gweminar Arolwg Tlodi Plant a Theuluoedd | Children in Wales (childreninwalesmembership.org.uk)

PAVS Third Sector Networks

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-09-13 13:43:06 UTC

The Third Sector Health & Wellbeing team at PAVS facilitates 8 Health & Wellbeing Networks and Forum for Pembrokeshire through a variety of approaches including regular face to face or online meetings, information bulletins and e-mail updates to specific mailing lists. A full list of networks is available on our website, including a contact for enquiries.

Networks & Forums – Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services (PAVS) (pavscovid19.org.uk)

PAVS also facilitate other Networks and Forum which are also listed.

Paul Sartori AGM

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-09-15 15:47:06 UTC

Paul Sartori invite you all to their 40th AGM on Wed 21st September

To be held at Pembrokeshire College, which has ample parking & seating

Please confirm your attendance to sue@paulsartori.org

PACTO AGM

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-09-15 16:39:57 UTC

Pembrokeshire Association of Community Transport Organisations (PACTO)

Please find attached notice of PACTO's forthcoming AGM, which will be held via Zoom video conference on Monday 26th September starting at 10 a.m. (The meeting room will be open from 9.45 a.m.).

The joining link is as follows:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9250870970?pwd=UXpmR3BqOVlpSmFDU3docGtROUszdz09

Meeting ID: 925 087 0970
Passcode: PACTO

Please confirm your attendance in advance to Debbie Johnson on debbie@pacto.org.uk

New Trustee Recruitment: PACTO is looking for a number of new Trustee Directors to help steer forwards this important Pembrokeshire charity at a time when rising fuel prices makes community transport more vital than ever. This is a voluntary position, which gives you the opportunity to help oversee the support for and development of community transport services across the County. With several new projects in development this is a very exciting time to join PACTO.

For an informal chat about this role, please contact debbie@pacto.org.uk

Advocacy West Wales AGM

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-09-15 16:41:53 UTC

Notice of Advocacy West Wales – Eiriolaeth Gorllewin Cymru

Annual General Meeting

Wednesday 28th September 2022.

Bloomfield Centre, Narberth, Pembrokeshire SA67 7ES

The Board of Trustees would like to inform you that Advocacy West Wales – Eiriolaeth Gorllewin Cymru Annual General Meeting, will be held on Wednesday 28th September 2022 at 2pm in the Bloomfield Centre, Narberth.

The meeting will also be available to access remotely via Zoom. If you would like to attend either in person or virtually, please let us know by emailing admin@advocacywestwales.org.uk.

The Zoom access details will be sent to you by reply email if requested.

The business of the AGM will be followed with short presentations by AWW-EGC’s Chief Officer and advocates, around the valuable work of the organisation.

Pembrokeshire Mental Health Advocacy drop-in launched

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-09-21 11:54:51 UTC

Advocacy West Wales would like to share the launch of their Pembrokeshire Mental Health Drop in service for Advocacy. This is an additional service to the advocacy service they already provide.

Commencing on Monday 3^rd October, the drop-ins will be held in the following locations:

Monday – VC Gallery (Haverfordwest) 11:00-16:00

Wednesday – VC Gallery (Pembroke Dock) 11:00 – 16:00

Thursday – Fishguard Library 10:00 – 13:00

Crymych Health Centre 14:00 – 16:00

If anyone has any questions or queries please contact the office on 01437 762935.

Pilot Project Open for Referrals to support children bereaved through suicide across Ceredigion and Carmarthenshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-09-21 12:06:15 UTC

In 2021, Welsh Government launched a National Bereavement Support Grant following the launch of the national framework for the delivery of bereavement care in Wales.

Based in Pembrokeshire, Sandy Bear Children’s Bereavement Charity is passionate about helping children, young people, and their families, before or after the death of someone special in their lives, by providing professional, compassionate care and support.

Sandy Bear Children’s Bereavement Charity has been funded to deliver a pilot project of ‘Supporting children bereaved through suicide across Ceredigion and Carmarthenshire’.

Our funded aim is to extend the Sandy Bear Children’s Bereavement Charity model of care to children and young people who are in greatest need across West Wales and to understand the best ways to sustain the expansion of our service.

Our project runs from April 2022 to March 2024.

Our project is now open for referrals. If you are concerned about the health and wellbeing of a child or young person in Carmarthenshire or Ceredigion, grieving from a death through suicide, you can refer into our pilot project here.

News from PPF - New COO announced

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-09-21 14:17:17 UTC

The trustees of Pembrokeshire People First are delighted that Jen Greene has agreed to take on the role of Chief Operating Officer from October 2022.

Jen has been with Pembrokeshire People First for over 10 years, and totally embodies both our member-led ethos and our need for rigorous, transparent management. We are delighted and ask that everyone gives Jen all their support as she eases into this role.

Additionally, we are delighted that Tracy Thomas will be taking on more work with members, particularly supporting our Champions, and the dream team, and that Sian Huntley will be developing our training offer.

Finally, we hope to be able to announce a Chief Strategic Officer, a new part-time role, shortly.

Exciting times for Pembrokeshire People First

Online Hate Crime Workshop - Hate Crime Awareness Week 2022

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-09-21 18:59:26 UTC

Hate Crime Awareness Week takes place between 8^th and 15^th October this year.

The Mid and South West Wales Community Cohesion team have collaborated with Victim Support to offer this free to attend 2 hour session, to inform and educate participants on the growing problem of Online Hate Crime. The session is open to all professionals working with communities within Ceredigion, Carmarthenshire, Pembrokeshire and Powys.

To book please email me – slbowen@carmarthenshire.gov.uk please also share with your networks.

Volunteering for Pembrokeshire Learning Bursary with Learning Pembrokeshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-09-27 13:49:36 UTC

Eligible volunteers, living and volunteering in Pembrokeshire, may be entitled to apply for support to cover the costs for a Learning Pembrokeshire course and any examination fees (thanks to funding from the Welsh Government Coronavirus Recovery Grant for Volunteering 2020-21).

Volunteers – you must check with your Volunteer Manager/ Supervisor before applying for the course you are interested in and provide their contact details on the bursary application form.

The course you pick must be relevant to your volunteering role.

You must commit to attending all the course sessions and test/ examination for the course – if there is one. The Community Learning Centre administering your course will be the point of contact for support enquiries and requests. It may be necessary to attend an informal interview to discuss applications.

Learning Pembrokeshire provides a wide range of courses for over 16’s throughout Pembrokeshire. From Digital Skills, Essential skills and ESOL to First Aid, Food Safety and many more. More details about Learning Pembrokeshire and a full list of courses can be found here https://www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/adult-learning

Note for Volunteer Managers, this bursary is for individual volunteers to access training that you are unable to provide for them, it must be relevant to their role and cannot be used for block/ bulk booking volunteers on to courses.

Bursary forms can be requested from volunteering@pavs.org.uk / 07790 809 768 and need to be completed (and approved) before a booking is made.

Sport and recreation needs and motivations of people living in rural Wales

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-09-27 17:13:10 UTC

This survey commissioned by Sport Wales seeks to better understand the physical activity needs and motivations of people living in rural Wales. The insight that this generates will help to inform sport and physical activity offers and help our communities to get healthier.

We would be grateful if you could share the survey links with your networks, on your social media and perhaps through other mediums to help us connect to as many people living in rural Wales as possible.

Cymraeg: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=-REPTm4EBUWcuNshUjEeIbcU9kACET9IjyoA2XQrMQ9UQlBDUFpERlpMSEFMRFA4NFRaSjYwTk8xUS4u

English: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=-REPTm4EBUWcuNshUjEeIbcU9kACET9IjyoA2XQrMQ9UNUlRNDA1V0dXNVpDSDlSTEMyTVpJUjRQMS4u

The survey will only take around 8 minutes to complete and the insight will be invaluable in helping us understand the needs of the communities that we serve.

Arts in Health meeting

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-09-27 17:15:51 UTC

At Hywel Dda University Health Board we have a shared vision with our communities for us to live healthy, joyful lives.

Our strategy called ‘A Healthier Mid and West Wales: Our future generations living well’ shares our vision for improving health and well-being for our communities in Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire and Ceredigion.

As part of this work, we are keen to build on the knowledge and growing evidence base that tells us that the arts have a powerful role to play in supporting health and wellbeing. We are developing an arts in health vision, in which creativity is at the heart of all our services, helping patients and their families, communities and staff, to improve their health and wellbeing through taking part in the arts.

Are you an artist, musician, writer, maker, or creative practitioner?

Do you work for an arts organisation in West Wales or have an interest in arts in health?

If so, we want to know what you think.

We want you to help us to shape an arts and health strategy that is fit for purpose and supports you as practitioners to deliver it. We want to know about the challenges you face and what you think is needed to embed the arts across Hywel Dda for everyone.

This session is focused on creatives.

The event will be hosted by WAHWN.

Dementia What's On in Pembrokeshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-09-30 17:08:02 UTC

Did you know that every week, Cherry Evans, Dementia Supportive Communities Development Officer at PAVS sends out a list of Dementia Supportive Activities for the week ahead. Everyone who receives the What's On finds it such a useful resource. Anyone can receive the What's On guide by contacting cherry.evans@pavs.org.uk or give her a call Tel. 07849 086009

Have you say - DfT Call for Evidence on Minibus Driver Licencing

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-10-04 16:05:16 UTC

As you may be aware, the Department for Transport had launched a call for evidence on Driver Licencing.

This is seeking to understand the impact of the rules around minibus driving that were introduced in 1997, and to gather ideas about what driver licencing rules should be in place. They also want to understand what issues or problems people are having due to driver licensing restrictions (e.g. with driver recruitment, minibus specification etc.). Now that the UK is no longer governed by European legislation in this area, there may be an opportunity to make some changes.

More information can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/driving-licensing-review-call-for-evidence-on-opportunities-for-changes-to-the-driver-licensing-regime

PACTO have organised a meeting to discuss this on Monday 10 October at 11.00-12.30 via Zoom, with a view to developing a PACTO response.

Please use the following link to join:

Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9250870970?pwd=UXpmR3BqOVlpSmFDU3docGtROUszdz09

Meeting ID: 925 087 0970

Passcode: PACTO

All welcome! Please feel free to pass on to anyone else who may be interested.

Please let me know if you are planning to attend by emailing debbie@pembrokeshirecommunitytransport.org.uk
If you are unable to make it but wish to feed in any comments, please also email.

Best wishes

Debbie Johnson

Development Manager

Pembrokeshire Association of Community Transport Organisations

debbie@pacto.org.uk

01437 776550

www.pacto.org.uk

Launch of Ty Hapus, Pembrokeshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-10-12 16:25:36 UTC

Good afternoon.

I am delighted to invite you to the official opening of Ty Hapus Pembrokeshire, a unique 'Home from Home' daytime respite service to people diagnosed with Young Onset Dementia.
Ty Hapus aims to support not just the person living with dementia but their family and friends too.

Please RSVP to Pembs@tyhapus.org.uk

Kindest regards.

Cherry

Cherry Evans

Dementia Supportive Communities Development Officer

Swyddog Datblygu Cymunedau Sy'n Cefnogi Dementia

Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services/ Cymdeithas Gwasanaethau Gwirfoddol Sir Benfro

36 - 38 High Street / 36 - 38 Y Stryd Fawr,

Haverfordwest /Hwlffordd.

SA61 2DA

Tel / Ffôn : 07849 086009

Padlet - https://padlet.com/cherryevans/x2pxykx6rrojzapo

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/cherrylynne.pavs.5

Twitter – https://twitter.com/CCPembsDementia?s=07

Hywel Dda CHC October/November 2022 newsletter

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-10-12 16:54:53 UTC

Our October/November 2022 newsletter is now available:

https://hywelddachc.nhs.wales/files/newsletters/october-november-2022-newsletter/

#representingPatients

Cynhadledd Iechynd a Gofal Cymru 2022 / Rural Health and Care Wales Conference 2022

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-10-13 10:59:44 UTC

Cynhadledd Iechyd a Gofal Gwledig Cymru 2022 (8 & 9 Tachwedd): Dysgu o’r Gorffennol, Edrych i’r Ddyfodol – ffocws ar arfer Gorau, arloesi ac ymchwil sy’n llywio’r gwaith o ddarparu Gwasanaethau iechyd a gofal yng Nghefn Gwlad Cymru

Rural Health and Care Wales Conference 2022 (8 & 9 November): Learning from the Past, Looking to the Future – a focus on best practice, innovation and research that is driving delivery of health and care services in rural Wales

Booking for this year’s virtual Rural Health and Care Conference is now open, via the following link:

Cynhadledd Iechyd a Gofal 2022 Rural Health and Care Conference | Rural Health and Care Wales

Syniadau Diderfyn :: Ideas Unlimited

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-10-19 09:12:47 UTC

Join us this autumn for a programme of five events designed to explore some of the serious problems in our society that demand radical solutions.

Bring your ideas and let’s work together to make a real difference to shape our future.

The events are free and we welcome participation in Welsh or in English.

Please register here.

Warm regards,

The Together for Change Team

Proud of my area? Yn falch o'ch filltir sgwâr?

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-10-24 10:11:09 UTC

What affects how people feel about their area of Wales? How do people choose where to spend their daily lives? Where, if anywhere, do they feel a sense of belonging? Where do they call home? Do they describe these places to others with pride? And, if not, what would it take to increase their pride in these places?

Swansea University's Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences is looking for answers to questions like this. They are analysing past reports and listening to people across Southwest Wales. They will use the answers to help organisations plan how to make best use of money provided by the UK Government to increase people's pride in place.

We are collecting opinions using a Gobby survey. Please click here to tell us what you think: https://gobbysurvey.com/prideinplace/

If you have any questions, contact Anne Collis at anne@pinkgold.uk

West Wales Regional Partnership Board is recruiting representatives

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-10-24 10:13:52 UTC

The West Wales Regional Partnership Board (RPB) brings together partners from the statutory, third and independent sectors within the Hywel Dda Health Board area (Carmarthen, Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire) and oversees an ambitious, £25+ million programme driving the transformation and integration of health and care in the region.

The West Wales RPB is recruiting to
the following positions:

Service User and Carer/Parent
Representatives

Third Sector Representative

Bilingual application packs and role descriptions can be
downloaded here https://www.pavscovid19.org.uk/influencing-engagement/

Easy Read application packs will be uploaded to the website soon.

The roles are initially for up to 3 years.

If you would like to discuss the roles, please contact Kim Neyland
Tel. 07827233202

kneyland@carmarthenshire.gov.uk

To apply, please complete the Expression of Interest form and
return to sophie.buckley@pavs.org.uk by
5pm on Friday November 18^th 2022.

Final reminder - West Wales Infoengine Workshop

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-10-24 10:20:04 UTC

Tuesday 25^th October at 11am

This West Wales regional workshop has been organised by PAVS, and is being delivered by Louise Hardwick from Powys Association of Voluntary Organisations (PAVO).

This session is an opportunity for voluntary groups in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire to find out about Infoengine, the Wales' online directory of voluntary and community services.

The session is suitable for voluntary organisations who want to promote their activities and services from room hire to social clubs .

The outcomes of the session will be that participants will :

• Understand the ways to search on Infoengine

• Be able to register your organisation and services

• Learn some useful tips for making your registration stand out

• Understand how to edit your information

• Be able to add multiple services and organisations

There will also be an opportunity to ask questions

To book, click here:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/west-wales-infoengine-workshop-tickets-432482194887

Preseli Cares marketplace coffee morning in Crymych a success!

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-10-24 11:45:19 UTC

Diolch/thanks to everyone who attended and made the recent Preseli Cares marketplace coffee morning such a success.

To find out more about Preseli Cares and how you can get involved, watch this short video (382) Preseli Cares - YouTube
(382) Gofal a Arweinir gan y Gymuned PAVS - YouTube

Jo Hobson

Development Officer – Preseli cares

‘Community-led care: Solutions to social care issues.’

M: 07977358711

Joanne.hobson@pavs.org.uk

County Lines awareness session

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-10-25 12:09:10 UTC

Good morning

I have arranged a FREE session about County Lines with colleagues at TARIAN which will provide base level understanding of County Lines to professionals and volunteers alike.

Date 10th November - Time 11.30 – 12:30

The session will be via Teams and are aimed at those working in Education, Health, Social services, Housing, the 3rd Sector and beyond and will help those attending recognise the signs and symptoms of County Lines and wider exploitation. We will also consider our response to potential County Lines and exploitation in our communities.

Don’t forget to put the event into your calendar and share this invitation with your teams and across appropriate networks.

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PAVS Online Funding Fair 2022

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-10-26 10:00:34 UTC

PAVS Online Funding Fair 2022 – Online Talks!

Monday 14^th November – Thursday 17^th November 10am – 12noon

PAVS’ Online Funding Fair 2022 will feature a daily funding talk at 10am from Monday 14^th November – Thursday 17^th November.

Join us to hear from local funders alongside some key national funders. Presenters will include National Lottery Community Fund, a Social Enterprise Talk and the Port of Milford Haven!

These talks offer a great opportunity to find out more about each funder, ask questions and share your own experiences of funding and fundraising with other participants.

Please visit our event Padlet (link here) for more details and to book the talks you wish to attend.

Please note that these event will take place on Zoom.

The Funding Fair is part of the ongoing work of PAVS’ Third Sector Support Team providing funding information and guidance to groups in Pembrokeshire. Please get in touch with any questions and we look forward to seeing you there!

Launch of new Young Onset Dementia day service for Pembrokeshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-10-30 23:36:02 UTC

Wednesday the 26th October saw the Launch of Ty Hapus Pembrokeshire.

Ty Hapus Pembs is a new service specifically for people living with a Young Onset Dementia Diagnosis. The need for this service was identified by the Pembrokeshire Living with Dementia Forum, established by Cherry Evans, Dementia Supportive Communities Development Officer at PAVS. The group decided that this would be their first challenge to address and they brought together interested partners to collaborate, including Ty Hapus and Haverfordwest Football Club, and Ty Hapus Pembrokeshire was born.

The service is being hosted at Haverfordwest County AFC at the OGI Bridge Meadow.

The service will now run every Wednesday between 10:30 and 15:00.

To find out more information about the service, and get details of how to get involved as a guest, or even a volunteer contact us via Pembs@tyhapus.org.uk

Info Session: Osteoarthritis

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-10-30 23:37:20 UTC

Wednesday 14^th December

Online via Teams 11am-12pm

Are you waiting for a diagnosis, have a diagnosis or care for someone with osteoarthritis, then this event will help you understand more about the condition, it’s symptoms, impact and management. There will be an opportunity for questions. Everyone is welcome.

Register at Eventbrite: Cymru Versus Arthritis Information Session - Osteoarthritis Tickets, Wed 14 Dec 2022 at 11:00 | Eventbrite

Room opens at 10.50am presentation starts at 11am. Please be on time.

Our online information sessions are for adults with arthritis, MSK or related conditions e.g. fibromyalgia, lupus, gout. Also for health care professionals and carers supporting people living with arthritis. They offer a chance to learn about managing arthritis and related conditions, hear from guest speakers and find out more about the support provided by Versus Arthritis in local areas.

Invitation to Shalom House AGM

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-11-10 10:22:30 UTC

You are invited to the Shalom House AGM

When: November 15th 2022 6pm

Where: Online (Zoom)

Here is the Zoom Meeting link to access the meeting:

https://us05web.zoom.us/j/88129492480?pwd=NkhrNkRMMzhScWRJL3dQbTA0bDFHUT09

Meeting ID: 881 2949 2480

Passcode: kK7S6E

Keep Warm, Keep Well in Pembrokeshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-11-10 10:35:30 UTC

Keep Warm Keep Well is a new campaign to support people across Pembrokeshire during the cost of living crisis.

The campaign is being led by the Pembrokeshire Community Hub in partnership with Pembrokeshire County Council, Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services and a variety of agencies including Hywel Dda Health Board, Emergency Services and the Voluntary Sector.

The cost of living crisis affects everyone and it is a worrying and uncertain time for so many people. Therefore, work is taking place to connect people to local information, support and services over the coldest months of the year.

Across Pembrokeshire we are already seeing communities and organisations doing a fantastic job at responding to the crisis offering a range of local solutions from hot meals, community activities, plus energy, money and debt advice.

If you or people you know are experiencing financial hardship or would like information about what support is available in your area, you can get in contact with the Pembrokeshire Community Hub.

They can talk to you about your situation and put you in touch with the right community group or service – as there is a lot of help available both in Pembrokeshire and across Wales. They have also created an online one-stop-shop through the Connect Pembrokeshire website at www.connectpembrokeshire.org.ukwhich has lots of useful information and an interactive map of Warm Welcome spaces across the county.

Welcome Warm spaces offer welcoming places where people can meet with others in their local community and take part in a range of activities.

Lee Hind Manager of the Pembrokeshire Community Hub said: “If you are worried about making your money stretch and how you are going to pay for essential bills over the winter, we’d really encourage you to get in contact with the Pembrokeshire Community Hub. No-one should feel uncomfortable about getting in touch and we have a really friendly team who can chat to you about some of the fantastic community support that is local to you.

“We have an easy ‘one call that’s all’ approach, call 01437 723660, or you can email enquiries@pembrokeshirecommunityhub.org. We are also recruiting community volunteers to ensure no-one goes cold or hungry this winter – if you have a spare hour or two, please call us.”

Cllr Tessa Hodgson, Cabinet Member for Social Service at Pembrokeshire County Council said: “With the weather starting to get colder as we approach winter we are keen to ensure that everyone knows where they can go in their local community to find a warm space and a warm welcome.

“We’re working with our local partners, building on the great work we did during the pandemic, to create a network of Warm Welcome Community Spaces where people can come together, enjoy some company and get involved in local activities. From libraries and leisure centres to community halls and sports clubs, everyone is welcome and visiting is free.

“I’d encourage everyone to have a look at the new interactive map or get in touch with the Community Hub to find out what is going on in their community.

“Together we will make a positive difference to our local communities and help residents during this crisis.”

Through Welsh Government funding being made available by Pembrokeshire County Council, the Keep Warm Keep Well campaign is making money available to organisations offering information and advice, support for individuals with fuel costs, extra funding to support demands on food banks, pet food banks, emergency keep warm packs and support for individuals who are experiencing data poverty.

Organisations are also invited to apply for a Warm Welcome grant offer of revenue and capital grants of up to £3,500 to constituted voluntary and community groups – and Town and Community Councils. You can call the Pembrokeshire Community Hub for more information.

Pembrokeshire County Council is also making separate grants available to community organisations and groups who are part of the Pembrokeshire Food Poverty Network. Additional support is provided through the Pembrokeshire Community Support Network as an opportunity for communities and volunteers to access support from each other via www.facebook.com/groups/2895034667221453/

Pembrokeshire Job vacancies with Adferiad Recovery

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-11-10 11:46:12 UTC

There are currently several job vacancies for Pembrokeshire being advertised by Adferiad Recovery*

Male Housing Support Worker
Community Support Worker
Housing Support Worker
Housing Support Mentor
Care Support Worker
Domicilliary Care Support Worker

For full details of all vacancies and to apply, click here Vacancies - Adferiad Recovery

*On April 1st 2021 Welsh charities Adferiad Recovery, CAIS, Hafal and WCADA came together to form Adferiad Recovery. The new organisation combines the skills and expertise of its founding charities to provide outstanding services for people with mental health problems, substance misuse problems, and those with co-occurring and complex needs. Our employees are our greatest asset when providing these high-quality support services.

New report: Is the NHS getting better living with COVID

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-11-11 11:54:45 UTC

The new report can be found here
Is the NHS getting better living with COVID?
What we heard from people between April and June 2022.

The Board of Community Health Councils (the Board) has produced this report on behalf of Community Health Councils (CHCs) in Wales. CHCs are independent bodies that reflect the views and represent the interests of people living in Wales in their National Health Service (NHS). CHCs encourage and support people to have a voice in the design, planning and delivery of NHS services. There are 7 CHCs in Wales. Each one is made up of local volunteer members who live in the communities they serve, supported by a small team of paid staff.

To find out more about the work we do and how we work on your behalf, why not follow us on Twitter, Facebook and our website for copies of our visiting reports, surveys, committee meeting minutes and more!
Link to newsletter : Briefings/Newsletters - Hywel Dda Community Health Council (nhs.wales) Link to current surveys : https://hywelddachc.nhs.wales/get-involved/live-surveys/ best wishes Leanda
public and patient engagement officer

Cyngor Iechyd Cymuned Hywel Dda

Hywel Dda Community Health Council

Ffôn/Telephone: 01646 697610

Gwefan / Website:

www.hywelddacic.cymru / www.hywelddachc.wales

Twitter: @CicHywelDda / @HywelDdaCHC

Facebook: @CicHywelDda/@HywelDdaCHC

Start something good workshop in Nevern, Pembrokeshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-11-17 12:20:37 UTC

Do you have fresh ideas to improve well-being of people in your community? Would you like to work with others to make a difference?
This one-day event on 24th November will get the Crymych and Newport community working together.
During the day, you’ll be working in small teams to develop fresh ideas to improve well-being across the Preseli area.
Where and when is it happening?
Trewern Arms Hotel in Nevern, Pembs SA42 0NB from 10 am - 4 pm on Thursday 24th November
How do I get involved? Please book a place via Eventbrite: https://tinyurl.com/Startsomethinggood
Or contact Jo Hobson, Preseli Cares Development Officer joanne.hobson@pavs.org.uk / 0797735871

Workshop will be delivered as part of the Pembrokeshire Community Renewal Fund Enterprise and Skills programme

New project from Paul Sartori - "Stepping Stone to Hope"

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-11-17 12:30:22 UTC

Paul Sartori have been awarded funding from the Coop Local Community Fund for a project to assist those experiencing bereavement or caring for a close relative.

The ‘Stepping Stone to Hope’ project is delivered by their Complementary Therapy and Adult Bereavement & Counselling Services to provide tailored guidance for self-help techniques to promote sleep, calm and relaxation.

Paul Sartori have a range of small group sessions planned. The first session is on Tuesday 29^th November – a great opportunity to try and de-stress before the festive period.

There are 3 more planned in 2023.

All workshops are held at Paul Sartori House, Winch Lane, Haverfordwest.

To book your place phone or text 07917 074300 or email enquiries@paulsartori.org

NEW Ideas Hub

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-11-17 12:58:14 UTC

The West Wales RIC Hub are launching an online Ideas Hub Monday 21^st November 2022!

Ideas Hub – West Wales Care Partnership (wwcp.org.uk)

What is an Ideas Hub you might ask?

This is an online space where anyone who works in health and social care can post ideas for potentially large scale innovation that will support system change and help improve our services across the region. Never has it been so important to find new and creative ways of doing things, and so having a place where all these ideas can be submitted will help make things happen!

How will it work?

Different calls for innovation ideas will be posted, depending on the challenges the system and staff are experiencing. These calls will be shared via email and social media to ensure wide coverage! After submitting your idea at the Ideas Hub, we will then look into the project’s feasibility, funding and its potential success, in partnership with the relevant department and team.

If you have any queries, please contact us on wwric.hub.hdd@wales.nhs.uk , the team will be happy to assist you. We would appreciate it if you would forward this message on to your colleagues and network.

Kind regards,

The West Wales RIC Hub Team

Calling all unpaid carers in West Wales!

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-11-18 12:07:06 UTC

Calling all unpaid carers in West Wales!

If you regularly care for a relative, friend or neighbour who could not manage without your help and you don’t get paid for it then you are a Carer. You are still an unpaid carer if you receive Carers’ Allowance.

Unpaid carers of all ages in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire will soon have access to a new regional website to help support them in their caring role. The website’s official launch will coincide with Carer’s Rights Day, Thursday 24^th November 2022.

Acting on behalf of the West Wales Carers Development Group, Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services (PAVS) was awarded funding from the Welsh Government’s Integrated Care Fund to develop a bilingual regional carers online platform. The website will support the provision and accessibility of consistent information, assistance and advice for unpaid carers in the three counties, which unpaid carers told us was important to them in a survey to develop the West Wales Carers Strategy in 2020.

Judith Hardisty, Hywel Dda University Health Board Vice Chair and Carers Champion who is also Chair of the Regional Partnership Board said:

“I am delighted that the Carers Support West Wales website will provide a bilingual ‘one stop shop’ for unpaid Carers helping them to easily find information to support them in their caring role. The website will include details of local groups and activities, as well as relevant and timely help and support on benefits and financial entitlements. We know that people don’t always recognise themselves as unpaid carers, so won’t be aware of the help and support which is available to support them in their caring role, therefore this new website will be a valuable resource for everyone. The Regional Partnership Board are grateful for the contribution of all our unpaid carers who care for family and friends in their own communities and are committed to ensuring that the needs of unpaid carers are addressed.”

The website, Carers Support West Wales (CSWW), is a one stop shop for carer specific information and has been co-produced with unpaid carers in the region.

“I think it’s amazing what you are doing! I have done generic searches for unpaid carer information and there is very little specific information so a website would be invaluable!!” (Anon)

CSWW has been developed to complement existing websites and provisions. The website offers a quick and easy way to find carer specific information for the three counties.

Carers Support West Wales is divided into three distinct sections, allowing carers to easily navigate the platform and explore information locally and regionally.

On the ‘My Community’ section, carers will find local offers, promotions and discounts that can support them in their caring role in their community. An interactive map provides a quick visualisation of any activities close by as well as the relevant contact details.

The ‘Support’ section provides support that is felt could benefit them as a carer such as how to register as an unpaid carer with your GP and how to register for a Carers Recognition Card. Using a filter system to navigate this, carers will be able to search a number of local and national organisations to find the information they need.

The ’News’ section shares essential information that is timely and relevant, from a list of support with cost of living crisis to Carers magazines providing local and national information that may be useful to carers and professionals.

The website design, branding and content has been developed through coproduction and engagement with unpaid carers and providers throughout the region.

For more information, please visit carerssupportwestwales.org or contact info@carerssupportwestwales.org

@carerssupportww

#caringforcarers

#gofaluamofalwyr

PAVS launches tablet loan scheme for unpaid Carers in Pembrokeshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-11-21 12:05:02 UTC

PAVS, with funding from the Health and Social Care Regional Integration Fund, has launched a tablet loan scheme for unpaid Carers, to help Carers who may be digitally excluded. Carers can use the tablet to help support them in their caring role, for their interests & hobbies, for their health and wellbeing, and to access the new Carers Support West Wales website, the one-stop-shop for information for Carers across the Region.

To find out more email enquiries@pembrokeshirecommunityhub.org or call 01437 723660

Outdoor Connections Fund Round 2! Deadline: Monday 28th November 2022

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-11-21 15:07:07 UTC

Outdoor Connections Fund Round 2!

Apply now for Capital funding of up to £1,500 for communities wishing to improve outdoor spaces helping older people, including through multi-generational groups, to meet and benefit from those spaces. Projects must show that their main beneficiaries are Pembrokeshire residents and communities.

Who can apply: Constituted voluntary and community groups and social enterprises, town and community Councils, Churches, Chapels and Places of Worship which can show evidence of wider community benefit. Eligible applicants may apply on behalf of less formal groups.

Deadline: Monday 28^th November 2022

Funds must be spent by: 31^st March 2023.

Contact PAVS for the application pack by email development@pavs.org.uk, download from the Funding Advice Service Padlet or call PAVS on (07971) 598 116 or (07971) 598 001.

** Please note: Groups with a previously funded Outdoor Connections project can apply again provided that an update is given on the supported project and information on how any application for further funding complements and develops the previous improvements.

Côr Pawb is back and Span Arts would love to see you!

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-11-21 15:09:42 UTC

In 2015, SPAN created Côr Pawb (Everyone’s Choir), a 70-100 strong mass community choir featuring singers ranging in age from six to ninety-six from across the county and beyond.

We are thrilled to announce that Côr Pawb will be back with a spectacular performance to draw the Narberth A Cappella Voice Festival to a close on Sunday the 5th of March 2023 at The Queen’s Hall.

The mass choir will meet for a series of rehearsals in Clynderwen Community Hall led by experienced choir leaders Molara Awen (One Voice and Cân Sing), Maya Waldman (Sweet Harmony and Lleisiau Preseli Voices), and Tomos Hopkins (Côr Dysgwyr Sir Benfro).

Rehearsal dates: 19th November, 7th January, 29th January, 18th February. Sessions will take place from 11am - 4pm. Rehearsals are free to attend, but donations are welcome. Please bring your own lunch. Teas and coffee available. Please bring your own mug if possible to help us avoid using disposable ones

Founded upon the principles of community strength and resilience, Côr Pawb welcomes all voices, regardless of singing ability, to come together for an uplifting celebration of song.
You don't have to be a member of a choir or have sung before to join in.

Everyone is welcome - experienced singers and newbies alike!
We invite anyone interested in getting involved to the initial rehearsal on the 19th of November at Clynderwen Community Hall, Clynderwen, SA66 7NH. If you are unable to attend on this date but still wish to get involved, please contact info@span-arts.org.uk, or call 01834 869323.

Under 18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

We hope to see you there!

SPAN team

Deadline for PATCH Toy Appeal referrals is 23rd November

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-11-21 15:19:24 UTC

Please find below a link to the PATCH Toy Appeal referral paperwork:

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=v5w4qkNYGkSSDYk6ElUTLTGFGOkUIPpHks6YR_pAx5NUNlhPV0g0VkRHR09WVkRPMzlKWTlKNVJUSC4u

Can you please share with teams and across networks to ensure appropriate timely referrals are made so that no child or family misses out.

Interviews with Older People to help inform VAWDASV campaign

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-11-22 22:54:47 UTC

Mid & West Wales Regional Violence Against Women, Domestic Abuse & Sexual Violence (VAWDASV) Partnership, intend to deliver an information and communications campaign about violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence, that targets older people (55+).

To inform the development of this campaign we want to hear directly from older people to help inform the messages and visuals used in campaign information and material, and to help us understand how best to share and promote these messages. We would like to do this through an informal interview that will last around 30-45 minutes.

Why are we asking Older People for their views?

You are experts in knowing what’s needed to ensure it is clear that information is targeted at you – Older People; that it is relevant and accessible to you and available where you will see it. By consulting and engaging with you from the outset, we have an opportunity to ensure our campaign is as targeted, successful and informed as it can be.

What will we ask you about?

Before the interview we will send you some information to look over. In the interviews we will then talk about:

· Your thoughts on the information you were sent – use of wording, relatability, and appropriateness.

· What information you would want to know if you or someone you knew was experiencing violence and abuse.

· Where you might go to get help/information and places you go where you might see information.

· What might prevent you from seeking advice or support.

What will happen to the information we gather?

We will use the information captured alongside other information we’re collecting from surveys and focus groups, to inform a future campaign about VAWDASV and Older People. Your views and possibly quotes, would be provided in reports and information to inform this campaign and possibly other future work within the region. All information will always be anonymous.

We have collected some names as part of organizing the event and we will keep the consent sheets you sign. These will be securely stored and will be deleted 3 months after this work is completed.

Please get in touch

If you are happy to be involved and to take part in an interview, please contact Chrissie Nicholls on mww.survivor.panel@gmail.com or 07967121147 and we can arrange a chat via whatever means you would prefer.

How else can you be involved?

If you are a survivor of VAWDASV, we are establishing a Regional Survivor Advisory Panel, to ensure the voices of survivors are informing policy and decision making in the region. You can find out more and how to get involved here: Cysur | Regional VAWDASV Partnership: Regional Survivor Advisory Panel.

Dementia Pathway of Standards: Community Engagement

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-11-22 23:18:25 UTC

A series of bitesize sessions facilitated by specialists in the field of community engagement.
The dementia pathway of standards highlights the need to enhance and develop better dementia care across Wales. Standard one has a focus on community engagement and understanding what a person with dementia needs to continue to live fully within their community. These sessions offer an opportunity to learn more about community engagement, why it is important to reach all people across a community and how a community can work together to achieve the change needed. This approach aim to help and support a person with dementia to continue to live their life in their own home and remain connected to their community.

Who should attend the sessions: members of the regional community engagement workstreams key leaders in dementia care development community engagement teams community engagement listening volunteers members from all communities interested in the Dementia Listening Campaign anyone interested in learning how to support a community The programme series will run from December 2022 to July 2023 offering an opportunity to engage with various experts discussing a range of topics such as: why community engagement is important building community resilience and how to support each other learning more about community organising methods age friendly approaches to community development **The series starts with Andrew Rogers who is a highly experienced Business Consultant, Specialist in Public Health, Lecturer and Group Facilitator. Equally at home leading change in face to face and in digital environments, Andrew has built a strong portfolio that demonstrates his impact on projects and the teams he has worked with. Whilst largely UK based, he has worked in technical assistance programmes across the globe in commissions with the WHO (Poland, Bosnia Herzegovina, Kosovo, Slovenia, Macedonia); UNDP (Ukraine); PAHO (Barbados) and with EPOS in Kenya and the Balkans. Having worked in the NHS and Local Government at all levels from local to national, Andrew has been well placed to work on multi agency partnership evaluations such as developing audit tools for the NHS Social Value Commissioning project and designing a self-assessment framework for assessing progress towards the Wellbeing of Future Generations Act across all the 44 compliant bodies in Wales.
Andrew will facilitate the following session dates:
8^th December 2022 11am – 12.30pm – Register HERE
12^th December 2022 11am – 12.30pm – Regiser HERE
9^th January 2023 2pm – 3.30pm – Register HERE
16^th January 2023 2pm – 3.30pm – Register HERE

All sessions are delivered virtually via Zoom. Topics will be shared nearer the session time.
Please register to join the sessions.

Radicalisation and the internet Leaflet

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-11-22 23:37:21 UTC

MS Society survey for Pembrokeshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-12-01 12:12:42 UTC

The MS Society would really like to know what activities you would like to take part in locally. If you could spare a few minutes to complete this survey, by the 9th January 2023, they would be very grateful.

What activities would you like to get involved with in Pembrokeshire? (office.com)

SPAN Arts present Chwedlau'r Normal Newydd / Tales of the New Normal

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-12-02 11:10:49 UTC

Shwmae o Celfyddydau SPAN / Hello from SPAN Arts,

Rydym yn falch o gyflwyno ‘Chwedlau’r Normal Newydd, Tales from the New Normal: Finding Me in a Sea of Change’. / We’re thrilled to present ‘Chwedlau’r Normal Newydd, Tales from the New Normal: Finding Me in a Sea of Change.'

Trwy'r hydref, buodd y dramodydd Ceri Ashe yn gweithio gyda phobl o bob oed a chefndir ar draws gorllewin Cymru i gasglu straeon am yr uchaf ac isaf bwyntiau, a’r gwirioneddau o beth mae bywyd yn y normal newydd hwn yn ei olygu iddyn nhw. Bydd y brithwaith hwn o straeon gwir gan fyfyrwyr ifanc, mamau gweithgar, pensiynwyr a mamguod a thadcuod i restru ond ychydig, yn dod yn fyw y gaeaf hwn drwy gyfrwng Theatr Soffa- ein prosiect arloesol sy’n cael ei ffrydio’n fyw.

Throughout the autumn, playwright Ceri Ashe has been working with people of all ages and backgrounds from across West Wales to gather stories about the highs, the lows, and truths of what life in this new normal means to them. This tapestry of true stories from young students, hardworking mothers, pensioners and grandparents to list a few, will be brought to life this winter via our livestreamed Theatr Soffa project.

7.30yh GMT Ddydd Iau 15 Rhagfyr 2022 / 7.30pm GMT Thursday 15 December 2022

Pe gallech rannu'r wybodaeth hon drwy eich rhwydweithiau, byddai'n cael ei werthfawrogi'n fawr. / If you could share this information via your networks, it would be greatly appreciated.

Diolch yn fawr am eich cefnogaeth. / Thank you for your support.

Regional Adult Advocacy Strategy Consultation Survey

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-12-06 09:45:26 UTC

The West Wales Care Partnership has developed a new regional adult advocacy strategy for West Wales. We have done this as we want to ensure equitable access to high quality advocacy services in our area. To effectively deliver this vision, we need to ensure we're listening to the voices of those closest to advocacy services. The principal aim of this consultation is to identify stakeholders’ thoughts and opinions of the strategy in its current draft. Your views are important to us and will directly influence the West Wales Adult Advocacy Strategy.

The consultation is now available on the West Wales Care Partnership website here.
Or here Arolwg Ymgynghori ynghylch y Strategaeth Eiriolaeth Oedolion Ranbarthol – West Wales Care Partnership (wwcp.org.uk)

Closing date for the consultation is the 3^rd of January 2023.

Have Your Say: Council’s Budget 2023 – 24 Consultation

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-12-06 09:49:33 UTC

Like all other Councils in Wales, Pembrokeshire County Council continues to face significant budget pressures – especially in light of the cost-of-living crisis.

Cllr Alec Cormack, Cabinet Member for Finance, encouraged all those interested in how the Council spends its funds to take part in the consultation.

“It’s very important that we hear from as many people in Pembrokeshire as possible,” he said.

“Like other Councils, we are once again facing significant budget pressures and understanding community and household priorities is vital in helping us to make the difficult choices necessary in setting the 2023-24 budget.

“We look forward to hearing from you.”

The consultation includes a range of proposals on service changes, fees and charges and Council Tax. To find out more and to give your views go to https://haveyoursay.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/budget-2023-2024-consultation

The closing date for responses is Friday 6^th January 2023

Adferiad Recovery and recruiting

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-12-11 21:34:51 UTC

Children’s Clinical Carer – Waking Nights

£12.90 per hour

Full and part time positions available

https://wecare.wales/job/childrens-clinical-carer-waking-nights-5/

Have Your Say: Draft Well-being Plan 2023 - 2028

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-12-11 21:45:23 UTC

Please give your views on Pembrokeshire PSB’s draft Well-being Plan 2023-2028

Following engagement on our Well-being Objectives that took place over the summer, we have been working on actions we think we will need to take to meet these objectives.

What are Well-being Objectives?

Well-being Objectives explain how we are going to prioritise the key areas of focus in the Well-being Plan. They have been developed from the findings of our Well-being Assessment which we published earlier this year.

What are Pembrokeshire’s Well-being Objectives?

WBO1 | Work with our communities to reduce inequalities and improve well-being
WBO2 | Promote and support initiatives to deliver decarbonisation, manage climate adaptation and tackle the nature emergency
WBO3 | Enable safe, connected, resourceful and diverse communities
WBO4 | Support growth, jobs and prosperity and enable the transition to a more sustainable and greener economy

We would like to invite you to comment on the proposed actions that we have developed. Together with the Well-being Objectives, these actions form the basis of our Well-being Plan.

Full details and how to respond can be found here Draft Well-being Plan 2023 - 2028 | Have Your Say (pembrokeshire.gov.uk)

Have Your Say: Choice Home Allocation Policy Review

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-12-11 21:48:05 UTC

Pembrokeshire County Council is reviewing its Choice Homes @ Pembrokeshire policy and we would like to make sure that we get as many views as possible from our councillors, staff, tenants, partners and wider community to understand your experiences and thoughts and ensure that we take these into account when reviewing our current policy. We currently operate a choice and needs based housing register which can be found at: ChoiceHomes Pembrokeshire
(External link)

The policy sets out:

How we manage applicant choice and preference
Who can apply for housing
How we assess and prioritise applicants for housing

Due to the significant pressure we have seen on our register over the last couple of years and our desire to ensure that we have a policy that is fit for now and the future, we have decided to review our approach and seek your views and experiences to help us to manage housing demand in the best way possible.

We would really appreciate your time to complete the following survey. Choice Homes Allocation Policy Review | Have Your Say (pembrokeshire.gov.uk)
This specific survey seeks views on the aims and objectives of the policy – we will be arranging a number of different engagements over the coming months to seek your views on the specific detail of the policy.

The closing date for the survey is 21/12/2022

Once your views have been collated and analysed, we will be holding a number of further workshops and engagements to focus on the feedback submitted.

8 weeks of wellbeing : a course for unpaid Carers

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-12-11 22:05:17 UTC

For more info, contact Kate
Call or text 07956 835 144

Email: kate@mindpembrokeshire.org.uk

Pension Credit and Cost-of-Living Payment

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-12-15 15:46:02 UTC

In a recent press release, Laura Trott MP, Minister for Pensions has called upon pensioners across the country to check if they are entitled to claim Pension Credit as soon as possible to ensure they stand the best chance of qualifying for an extra £324 cost of living payment. Checking eligibility and applying by 18 December will mean pensioners may also receive a £324 boost due to Pension Credit backdating rules. Pension Credit claims can be backdated for up to three months – as long as the applicant was also eligible to receive it during that time. The average Pension Credit award is worth over £3,500 a year and even a small Pension Credit award can provide access to a wide range of other benefits – such as help with housing, council tax or heating bills.

For further details please see:

Don’t miss out: 10 days to claim pension credit and qualify for extra £324 - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

The latest marketing materials for Pension Credit are also available via Stakeholder Toolkit

LUMEN service extends across Hywel Dda University Health Board sites

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-12-15 15:49:33 UTC

Hywel Dda University Health Board (UHB) has extended its Moondance Cancer Initiative charity-funded Lung Cancer Symptom Assessment Line (LUMEN) across all counties in Hywel Dda UHB.

LUMEN is a Nurse-led service that launched on the 15 August 2022, as a pilot in the Carmarthenshire area. Due to the positive patient feedback and impact, the service has now been extended to all counties across Hywel Dda UHB, with effect from 7 December 2022.

In Wales, over 2,300 patients are diagnosed with lung cancer each year, however less than 20% of these are diagnosed at an early stage. It has been shown that early diagnosis increases the chances of survival. LUMEN is a phone line service which provides an access point for people to speak with a specialist nurse to discuss their symptoms and be referred for a chest X-Ray, if needed, to investigate their symptoms.

LUMEN is available to anyone registered with a GP in the Hywel Dda UHB area, who is aged 40 or over, with any of these symptoms:

Cough (more than 3 weeks)
Losing weight without trying
Shortness of breath
Hoarse voice
Repeated chest infections
Chest pain
More tired than usual
Loss of appetite
A lung condition with changing symptoms

If you, a family member, or friend are 40 or above and have any of the above symptoms, please call 0300 3036142, – Lines are open Monday to Friday 9am -2pm. For more information on Moondance Cancer Initiative please visit their webpage: https://moondance-cancer.wales (opens in new tab)

The latest Hywel Dda CHC Newsletter

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-12-15 15:56:08 UTC

Dear Colleagues Below is a link to the latest Hywel Dda CHC Newsletter together with a link to: Accident & Emergency Departments in the Hywel Dda Health Board area
https://hywelddachc.nhs.wales/files/reports/accident-amp-emergency-departments-in-the-hywel-dda-health-board-area-report/
I would be grateful if you could share it with your networking groups and if possible, publish on your website.
Please do not hesitate to contact the office should you wish to discuss any of the topics in further detail or wish to receive the newsletter in a different format.
To find out more about the work we do and how we work on your behalf, why not follow us on Twitter, Facebook and our website for copies of our visiting reports, surveys, committee meeting minutes and more!
Link to newsletter : Briefings/Newsletters - Hywel Dda Community Health Council (nhs.wales) Link to current surveys : https://hywelddachc.nhs.wales/get-involved/live-surveys/
Best wishes
Leanda
Public and patient engagement officer

Cyngor Iechyd Cymuned Hywel Dda

Hywel Dda Community Health Council

Ffôn/Telephone: 01646 697610

Gwefan / Website:

www.hywelddacic.cymru / www.hywelddachc.wales

Twitter: @CicHywelDda / @HywelDdaCHC

Facebook: @CicHywelDda/@HywelDdaCHC

Community Pharmacy Christmas/ New Years Opening Hours 2022/23

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-12-19 22:39:44 UTC

Please see attached the 2022-23 Christmas & New Year opening hours for community pharmacies in Pembrokeshire.

Please note: the attached notices are prepared in advance - unfortunately it is not always possible for any late changes to be reflected. Whenever possible patients should always ring the indicated pharmacy first to check that they are open.

Homeshare Wales Newsletter

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-12-19 22:45:36 UTC

Hello friend or supporter of Homeshare UK.

2022 has been a busy year, so we decided to pull together a newsletter to let everyone know what has been happening.

In the newsletter you will read about:

· The first two Homeshare pilots (including Pembrokeshire!)

· Homeshare coming to North Wales

· How you can help us

· The Under One Roof campaign

A very merry Christmas and happy holidays from all at Homeshare UK and Shared Lives Plus.

Kind regards

Tim Crahart (he/him)

Homeshare UK Development Officer – Wales / Swyddog Datblygu Homeshare UK - Cymru

07867 452 159

0151 227 3499

tim@sharedlivesplus.org.uk

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NEW PCC Homelessness & Housing Support Forum

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-12-19 22:49:57 UTC

“As a Local Authority, we are acutely aware that the offer of support for individuals who are homeless, or at risk of homelessness, extends far beyond the services that we commission through the Housing Support Grant and as such, we are inviting you to attend the first Pembrokeshire Homeless & Housing Support Forum.

The overarching aim of the Pembrokeshire Homeless & Housing Support Forum (the Forum) is to bring together all local agencies, organisations, service providers and statutory partners who have an interest in working people who are homeless or at risk of being homeless, preventing homelessness and improving services for customers.

An important role of the forum is to deliver and monitor progress in implementing the action plan of the Homelessness and Housing Support Programme Strategy (2022-2026) which has 4 overarching strategic priorities:-

| Priority 1 | Strengthen early intervention and prevention services and specialised support to prevent homelessness
| Priority 2 | Ensuring people who are homeless or threatened with homelessness access the right home at the right time and in the right place, as part of our Rapid Rehousing approach
| Priority 3 | Further strengthen Housing Support services
| Priority 4 | Work collaboratively to provide holistic, person-centred support with effective specialist interventions where necessary

The Forum should comprise of Pembrokeshire Support Providers (currently in receipt of HSG and HPG funding, and who provide eligible services in Pembrokeshire) and any other relevant stakeholders, who also support those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.

The Forum will meet approximately every 12 weeks, to match the frequency of the Homeless and Housing Support Planning Board (HHSPB) and will usually take 2-3 hours.

If you are interested in attending, please email HSGTeam@pembrokeshire.gov.uk

We look forward to seeing you there.

The HSG Team”

Would you like to inform domestic abuse and sexual violence policy and services?

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-12-19 22:52:16 UTC

The Regional VAWDASV (Violence against Women, Domestic Abuse, and Sexual Violence) Partnership is establishing a Survivor Advisory panel for Mid and West Wales.

The purpose of the panel is to bring together survivors and survivor voices, with statutory and provider agencies through a raft of opportunities to inform and influence policy and practice in the region. As experts by experience, the panel will provide a mechanism to ensure the needs of survivors are at the heart of VAWDASV service planning and delivery in Mid & West Wales.

We are inviting anyone with lived experience of violence against women, domestic abuse or sexual violence to come and be involved.

What will you be doing?

The panel is intended to be led by survivors themselves, supported to identify priorities and areas of VAWDASV service/communications/policy etc that they want to focus on. There will also be a large number of opportunities survivors will be invited to take part in such as completing surveys, consulting via focus groups or interviews that are led by public bodies. These will likely grow and increase as the panel is established.

Involvement in the panel is flexible. You may want to attend regular panel meetings, feedback on a one to one basis, take part in focus groups, complete surveys, provide written input - or something else entirely!

How and how much you are involved is completely up to you.

How to get involved:

To find out more and to express your interest in being involved in the panel, please complete the short form on our website www.cysur.wales/regional-survivor-advisory-panel/.

Alternatively if you want to chat about this further, or if you arent sure if this is for you or not, please email the Regional VAWDASV team directly on mww.survivor.panel@gmail.com and we will email or call you back to chat it through - whichever you prefer.

Once your initial expression has been received, the Regional VAWDASV team will make contact with you directly to discuss this further.

Many thanks and we hope to hear from you soon,

Chrissie

Chrissie Nicholls

Tel: 07967121147

Linked-In: chrissie-nicholls

Outdoor Connections Fund

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-12-20 12:48:19 UTC

Capital grants of up to £1,500 for communities wishing to improve their outdoor spaces so that older people, including through multi-generational groups, can continue to meet and benefit from those spaces.

Projects must show that their main beneficiaries will be Pembrokeshire residents and communities.

Groups with a previously funded Outdoor Connections project can apply again provided that an update is given on the supported project and information on how any application for further funding complements and develops the previous improvements.

Grant deadline: Friday 27^th January 2023
Funds must be spent by 31^st March 2023

Completed applications to be emailed to development@pavs.org.uk

Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-12-21 11:50:01 UTC

From the PAVS Policy & Engagement team (Sophie, Cherry, Sarah & Jo) we would like to thank you for your continued support, engagement and collaboration in 2022. Once again, we have faced a year of challenges facing our population, but as always the voluntary sector continues to rise to those challenges and find ways to ensure we have a variety of opportunities to help improve our health and wellbeing in Pembrokeshire. Your determination and enthusiasm, and achievements this year, have been inspiring, as always.
We look forward to continuing to working alongside you in 2023.

Seasons Greetings and keep warm, and well.

Sophie Buckley
Third Sector Health & Wellbeing Faciliator
Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services (PAVS)

Warm Packs launched as part of Keep Warm, Keep Well in Pembrokeshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-12-21 12:32:59 UTC

A pack of items is available to people living in cold conditions in Pembrokeshire. The warm packs are part of Pembrokeshire’s programme of support for people struggling with the increased cost of living.

The packs will be distributed by West Wales Care & Repair and Ateb staff and volunteers on behalf of Pembrokeshire County Council.

Each pack contains a range of items to help people keep warm during the cold winter months, including blanket, hat, scarf, gloves, microwaveable heat pack, thermal mug and more.

Referrals for a warm pack can be made by contacting the Pembrokeshire Community Hub on 01437 723660 or email enquiries@pembrokeshirecommunityhub.org

Self-referrals are welcomed.

For more information on the Keep Warm, Keep Well in Pembrokeshire campaign, click here https://connectpembrokeshire.org.uk/

Child Poverty Strategy Refresh Engagement events

PAVS_HealthWB — 2022-12-22 14:37:42 UTC

Please complete the Smart Survey to express an interest in joining engagement events Spring 2023.

https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/5V46UJ/

The deadline to respond is 30 January 2023.

Tackling child poverty remains a priority for the Welsh Government, many of the levers for change lie with the UK Government. However, there is action to be taken in Wales to improve the day to day lives of and outcomes for children and young people living in poverty. We want every child and young person, no matter what their family income is, to be able to realise their rights.

We cannot do this alone. We are calling on all our key partners across Wales to mobilise, strengthening the impact of our collective efforts by working together towards a common goal. As part of this work we are refreshing the Child poverty strategy for Wales: report | GOV.WALES 2015.

We’re asking you to be part of an important conversation about
national priorities for tackling poverty and about how these can be delivered in partnership, with local government and the public sector, and with wider partners in Wales.

This is the first phase of engagement work, where we are asking professionals and organisations to provide their views and expertise.

Written Statement: Publication of the Welsh Government’s Child Poverty Progress Report 2022 (13 December 2022) | GOV.WALES

TacklingPovertyAndSupportingFamilies@gov.wales

Half Price Offer Youth Mental Health First Aid Training

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-01-03 16:39:25 UTC

POINT are kicking off 2023 with an amazing offer to take up an online training place for half price. That's right HALF PRICE!

Don't delay-this offer is only open for Youth Mental Health First Aid Training from POINT for January 2023.

Not £125 but JUST £62.50! for internationally recognised/certificated training.

Get in touch by January 12th to get your online Discount.

Email pointsymhfa@gmail.com today!

Versus Arthritis - ONLINE Physical Activity Info Session

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-01-09 13:22:06 UTC

Info Session: Physical Activity & Movement

Tuesday 17^th January 2023

Online via Teams 1.30pm – 2.30pm

Come and join us for a free information session on Physical Activity & Movement to benefit your health & wellbeing. This informative session run by Versus Arthritis will look at the range of health and wellbeing benefits you can gain from physical activity and movement, and where and how you can access them – in person and online. We will be joined by a member of staff from the Versus Arthritis Physical Activity Team who will run through the resources we have available that are suitable for people with arthritis and any related MSK condition.

Everyone is welcome to join us!

Please go to our Eventbrite page to register: Physical Activity: benefits to Health & Wellbeing Tickets, Tue 17 Jan 2023 at 13:30 | Eventbrite

Room opens at 1.20pm presentation starts at 1.30pm. Please be on time.

Invitation to the PAVS AGM - 19th January 2023

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-01-09 13:46:25 UTC

LOOKING FORWARD

You are warmly invited to attend PAVS Annual General Meeting on Thursday 19th January 2023 at Llawhaden Community Hall, Llawhaden, Narberth SA67 8DP.

Registration will commence from 9.30am with tea/coffee & pastries available on arrival – the AGM will start promptly at 10.00am.

Following the business of the AGM, you are invited to stay on for an interactive session focusing on the development of our new 5-year strategy.  This will be a great opportunity to share the work we have done on our strategy to date, and hear your thoughts and ideas on our plans for the future.

The session will end at around 12.30pm, followed by a light finger buffet and networking. 

It’s been a while since we have been able to meet face-to-face for our AGM and we very much look forward to seeing you all.  Please book your place(s) using the Eventbrite link below.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/511692916287

EDRYCH YMLAEN

Mae croeso cynnes i chi fynychu Cyfarfod Cyffredinol Blynyddol CGGSB ar ddydd Iau 19eg Ionawr 2023 yn Neuadd Gymuned Llawhaden, Llawhaden, Arberth SA67 8DP.

Bydd cofrestru yn dechrau o 9.30am a bydd te /coffi a theisennau ar gael wrth gyrraedd – bydd y Cyfarfod Cyffredinol Blynyddol yn cychwyn yn brydlon am 10.00am.

Yn dilyn busnes y Cyfarfod Cyffredinol Blynyddol, fe'ch gwahoddir i aros ymlaen am sesiwn ryngweithiol yn canolbwyntio ar ddatblygu ein strategaeth 5 mlynedd newydd. Bydd hwn yn gyfle gwych i rannu’r gwaith rydym wedi’i wneud ar ein strategaeth hyd yma, a chlywed eich barn a’ch syniadau am ein cynlluniau ar gyfer y dyfodol.

Bydd y sesiwn yn dod i ben tua 12.30pm, gyda bwffe bys a bawd ysgafn a chyfle pellach i rwydweithio.

Mae tipyn o amser wedi mynd heibio ers I ni fedru cyfarfod wyneb yn wyneb ar gyfer ein Cyfarfod Cyffredinol Blynyddol ac edrychwn ymlaen yn fawr at eich gweld i gyd. Archebwch eich lle(oedd) gan ddefnyddio'r ddolen Eventbrite isod.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/511692916287

Rough Sleeper Support Scheme launched

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-01-11 16:35:35 UTC

Anyone who is rough sleeping can contact Pembrokeshire Care Society on 01437 765335 or pcs@pembrokeshirecaresociety.org.uk

For out of hours response, please contact Pembrokeshire County Council on 01437 764551.

Pembrokeshire Care Society, in partnership with Pembrokeshire County Council, has recently launched the Rough Sleeper Support Scheme to extend the support provided to rough sleepers throughout the county.

As an organisation, we’ve always assisted rough sleepers with essential items like sleeping bags and food vouchers, but this new initiative allows us to take the support even further.

Since September, we’ve been able to work out of business hours, including late night visits, as well as on weekends to provide around-the-clock assistance to those in need.

Working in partnership with Pembrokeshire County Council, Dyfed-Powys Police, Hywel Dda Health Board, Youth Services and The Third Place, the project has already seen hugely positive results.

The goal is to provide long-term support to rough sleepers and to help them regain independence.

This is achieved though the Rough Sleeper Support Plan, which has four main pillars:

Health and wellbeing

Rough sleeping can have serious negative health consequences, so first and foremost we always want to look out for their wellbeing.

From registering them with a local GP and supplying them with vitamins, to collecting prescriptions and making sure they have access to Covid vaccinations, their medical needs are always a top priority.

Personal and community safety

This requires regular communication with the rough sleeper to ensure we know where they are at any given time. With this information, we can keep any family members informed of their current situation, and it also helps us know where we can provide vital items to them.

Because most rough sleepers don’t have access to electricity, part of our service is making sure their phone is always charged so they have the means to contact us, family, or both.

Independence and control

It’s important that rough sleepers take control back of their life and contribute to their plan. Our aim is to provide the assistance they need to take positive steps and always be there for guidance.

Whether it’s helping them with appointments at the job centre or other vital meetings, we work alongside them to keep them on the right track for progress.

Economic progress and financial control

Regaining control of personal finances is one of the biggest challenges for a rough sleeper.

From assistance in claiming benefits, getting to job interviews, or even arranging for lost or stolen cards to be replaced, financial independence is always something we try to assist with as soon as possible.

As always, community engagement is hugely important in our mission, and anyone can help us get vital assistance to rough sleepers.

If you know or see a rough sleeper, get in touch with us with the basic details of where you saw them and a short description. If it’s out of hours, leave us a voicemail or send us an email – all reports are seriously looked in to as a matter of urgency.

If you know any family members of rough sleepers you can also tell them about our services so they can contact us directly.

Alternatively, you can use Street Link (www.streetlink.org.uk), a national organisation that will pass on any reports of rough sleepers to us and Pembrokeshire County Council. You will receive a follow-up to your report to know what action has been taken to help the person in question.

All clients working with PCS under the Rough Sleeper Outreach Scheme will need to sign and agree to our Confidentiality Policy (Privacy Notice). Learn more: https://path.pembrokeshirecaresociety.co.uk/fair-processing-notice/

An Introduction to Safeguarding

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-01-16 19:26:58 UTC

Wednesday 25^th January at 6pm – on Zoom

This session being delivered by Lee Hind from PAVS, will ensure that you have the knowledge, attitudes and skills essential for keeping the people you work with safe and protected from harm.

By the end of this course you will:

Understand the principles and values behind effective safeguarding
Know how to recognise different types of harm, abuse and neglect in children, young people, and adults
Understand your own role in relation to safeguarding children, young people, and adults
Understand the procedures and referral routes for protecting people at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect
Be up-to-date with relevant policies on safeguarding

To book your place on this session, please click here

Investors in Carers invite March 2023 events

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-01-18 15:12:32 UTC

Are you a carer related team, service, third sector organisation or statutory service?

The Investors in Carers (IiC) team are delivering some actual events in March for our IiC Carer Leads. Every setting engaged with the IiC scheme has at least one nominated Carer Lead within their staff who leads the rest of their team in identifying and supporting unpaid carers of all ages. We, in turn, support them by facilitating training and information events.

These events are scheduled for:

Pembrokeshire: Camrose Community Centre, Haverfordwest, SA62 6AA on Tuesday 7th March 10:00am - 4:00pm
Carmarthenshire: Pontargothi Hall, Pontargothi, Carmarthen, SA32 7LZ on Wednesday 8th March 10:00am - 4:00pm
Ceredigion: Aberaeron Memorial Hall, South Rd, Aberaeron, SA46 0DP on Thursday 9th March 10:00am - 4:00pm

As our aim is to share carer related information and encourage networking, therefore we would like to invite any organisation, who support unpaid carers of all ages, to have an information stand displaying your organisations resources and literature, at each relevant venue. We appreciate that some organisation cover all three counties, and would welcome a stand at each event. As the events will begin at 10am, we would ask for you to arrive by 9.30am to set up your stand.

However, spaces are limited so please email abby.white@ctcww.org.uk as soon as possible if you would like to attend. More information and confirmation of places will be distributed in February.

In addition if you would like more information about the IiC scheme please contact Pennie.Muir@wales.nhs.uk (lead on the scheme and Regional Project Support Manager – Carers).

Applications open: Lloyds Bank Foundation gives £5.5m to small specialist charities

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-01-23 15:02:50 UTC

From 29 November, small and local charities can apply for unrestricted grants of up to £75,000, spread over three years, from Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales. It is the first funding opportunity opened since the Foundation launched its Building a Better Future strategy earlier this year.

Specialist charities with an annual income between £25,000 and £500,000 can apply for a three-year, unrestricted grant of up to £75,000. The Foundation’s focus is working with small specialist charities tackling complex issues, where its combination of unrestricted funding and capacity building support will have the greatest impact, helping these charities thrive beyond the lifetime of their grant.

Unrestricted grants from Lloyds Bank Foundation will allow charities complete flexibility to use the funding however they see fit, including to cover salaries, rent and utilities, which have become ever more challenging due to the cost-of-living crisis. Through long-term funding, development support and influencing policy and practice, the Foundation helps charities make a life-changing impact, building a more just and compassionate society.

This funding programme incorporates lessons learned from the last five years, which the Foundation recently published in its Lessons for Funder Practice report. These include how offering unrestricted grants and tailored capacity building support to small frontline charities allowed for stability and growth; how having lighter touch processes and streamlining does not sacrifice due diligence; and how relationships and collaborations unlocked new opportunities and educated the Foundation on when to lead and when to follow.

Amazing Grace Spaces, a charity in Newport, Wales, working with people experiencing homelessness and addiction, was supported by the Foundation with a two-year unrestricted grant of £50,000. Amazing Grace Spaces Director, Caroline Johnson, explains: "Whilst the funding gave us the breathing space to plan, it was the fantastic non-financial support that gave us the skills to understand what we needed to consider and how to evaluate it – and it has completely transformed where we are as an organisation."

Paul Streets, CEO of Lloyds Bank Foundation, said: "Small and local charities play a vital role in helping people overcome complex issues and barriers, like homelessness and domestic abuse and particularly in these challenging times. We're passionate about working with these specialist charities because their size and understanding make them best placed to reach, engage and support people and make an impact where others cannot. All of our funding for this programme is unrestricted, so charities can use it as they think best. By providing unrestricted funding as well as access to a range of capacity building support, we help small charities be more impactful in their mission to support people overcome complex issues."

Lloyds Bank Foundation will open for this funding programme from 29 November until 3 March 2023. The Foundation will open two additional funding programmes in 2023 for small charities led by and for Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities, and D/deaf and disabled people. These three programmes total £11m, a part of the Foundation’s 2023 investment into small and local charities. For more information, visit www.lloydsbankfoundation.org.uk

Hywel Dda Arts & Health Engagement Opens

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-01-24 12:00:08 UTC

We are delighted to be able to share with you our open invitation to contribute to a discussion about Arts & Health across Hywel Dda.

We would really love to hear what you think about Arts & Health to help shape Hywel Dda's vision and steer our work programme.

Please can you take the time to contribute to the discussion and Have Your Say on our engagement platforms. Please can you share this invitation far and wide so that we can capture as many views as possible.

Have Your Say about Arts & Health at Hywel Dda | Have your Say Hywel Dda UHB (wales.nhs.uk)

Council launches social care campaign to support the NHS and those most in need

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-01-24 13:02:09 UTC

Pembrokeshire County Council has launched Operation Nightingale 23, a campaign to support and reduce pressure in our hospitals.

The Council is acutely aware of the considerable challenges currently being experienced within the NHS in Wales including within our local hospital at Withybush.

Withybush has a significant numbers of patients who need to leave hospital but are waiting for an assessment of continuing care need or the right care package in the community.

Under Op NG 23, Pembrokeshire County Council will deliver a variety of measures to help increase the flow of patients out of hospital including:

· the short-term redeployment of staff into community support roles

· additional social work capacity

· the redeployment of existing social care capacity into the hospital teams to prioritise patient care assessment and care package allocation

This will also include the engagement of community groups and volunteers to allow people to safely leave hospital and return home.

The Authority will be looking to its partners and communities for support across a variety of contributing activities that have the potential to have an immediate impact.

Last week the Welsh Government Minister for Health and Social Services

Eluned Morgan MS visited Pembrokeshire County Council and received a briefing on Operation Nightingale 23.

Cllr Tessa Hodgson, Cabinet Member for Social Care and Safeguarding, said:

“We understand that pressures around bed capacity, discharges from hospital and challenges around the provision of care packages in the community, all impact negatively on our most vulnerable citizens.

“Some of the challenges that the council is experiencing in social care are shared across the health sector, not least of all with regard to workforce, winter flu and the ongoing impact of the Covid-19 virus.

“We acknowledge the significant impact this has on those in hospitals and care, and for their families. As part of our work we want to get the best results for everyone.”

It is as a result of these acute pressures, particularly at this time of year, and the risk they create, that Pembrokeshire County Council has decided to launch Operation Nightingale 23.

Cllr Hodgson adds: “This will see the authority and in particular the social care directorate step up to a critical response mode, in order to develop immediate and short term innovative responses to the current pressures, to improve flow of patients out of hospital, and to reduce pressure on our colleagues in the NHS.”

The Authority will review how it can effectively embed this work in the medium to long term, to face the challenges of an aging population for the good of this generation and those to come.

Steve Moore, Chief Executive for Hywel Dda University Health Board, said:

“Our hospitals continue to be extremely busy with many sick patients and continuing high demand for emergency and urgent care. This means patients are waiting longer than we would want them to.

“This is always the most difficult period of the year, and we are managing the complexity of flu, covid and increased urgent and emergency care demand.

“Currently, we have around 300 patients who are medically fit for discharge across the Hywel Dda region. This equates to over a third of the number of beds in our hospitals.

“Operation Nightingale 23 will help to free up some of those beds allowing us to treat patients more quickly and we are grateful to our colleagues in social care in Pembrokeshire for prioritising this work to free up capacity in the system.”

If you think you can offer your help to support the Operation Nightingale 23 campaign, please get in touch with PAVS/Pembrokeshire Community Hub on

· Contact Us - Connect Pembrokeshire

· 01437 723660

· enquiries@pembrokeshire communityhub.org

· To support the Operation Nightingale 23 campaign, members of the community can discover more about social care jobs and opportunities in Pembrokeshire at https://inpembrokeshirewecare.co.uk/ or alternatively, give us a call on 01437 775197.

· Anyone wishing to discuss the Council’s current vacancies in social care please contact our Recruit team at recruit@pembrokeshire.gov.uk

https://www.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/social-services-and-health/operation-nightingale

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Census 2021 update: ward-level data and what’s coming next

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-01-30 15:43:38 UTC

Today, 30 January 2023, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) has added ward-level data to Census 2021 topic summaries.

Ward-level data are data provided at geographies as low as electoral ward boundaries. You can find out more about ward geographies on the ONS website.

You can access the topic summaries via the links below. Ward-level data is available as its own dataset within the topic summary release. Please note that ward data is not available for the sexual orientation and gender identity topic summary.

demography and migration
UK armed forces veterans
ethnic group, national identity, language, and religion
Welsh language
labour market and travel to work
sexual orientation and gender identity (does not include ward data)
education

What’s coming next?

Census 2021 phase 2 publications. This includes:

The start of the census analysis programme which is a detailed research programme based on Census 2021
Multivariate data, which will allow you to combine variables and explore relationships between data

We are planning Census 2021 phase 3 publications from Spring 2023. You can find out more information about our release plans on the timeline page of our website.

Appeal for local communities and volunteers to help with Operation Nightingale 23

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-01-31 11:27:43 UTC

Do you have any spare time to support people who are well enough to return home from hospital but who still need a little help to get back on their feet?

Could you help with things like shopping, dog walking, light housework, and collecting prescriptions?

Or maybe you could give someone a lift home from hospital, or simply be on the end of a phone for a friendly chat to check people are doing OK?

These are just a few examples of specific ways in which members of the public can volunteer their help with Operation Nightingale 23 – an emergency social care campaign launched by Pembrokeshire County Council and partners to reduce the current pressure in local hospitals.

The campaign’s aim is to reduce the number of patients who are ready to leave hospital but who need care or support in order to return home and make a full recovery.

Work being carried out by the Council includes the short-term deployment of staff into community support, open and fast-track recruitment drives, and creating extra social work capacity.

But communities and volunteers can also help the campaign, says Darren Mutter, Interim Director of Social Care and Housing & Head of Children’s Services.

“There are a variety of activities that have the potential to have an immediate impact, which are suitable for anyone who wishes to volunteer,” he said.

“We know how strong our local communities are from our experience of Covid.

“We’re now hoping that they will be able to step forward and help alleviate this very difficult situation.”

Right now, the campaign is looking for volunteers to support the PIVOT service, a unique third sector partnership set up to help people return home from hospital or stay at home to recover rather than being admitted.

PIVOT volunteer drivers provide lifts to and from hospital and ensure people are comfortably settled in at home, and community support volunteers help with essential routine tasks at home.

Full training and support is provided, and volunteer drivers receive expenses to cover their mileage.

Volunteering is a great way to meet people, make friends, learn new skills, and build a CV – at the same time as doing something that really does make a difference to people’s lives.

So, if you have any time to spare and want to help people get well and live well in their own homes and communities either by volunteering for PIVOT or in any other way, please get in touch with Pembrokeshire Community Hub at:

01437 723660

Contact Us - Connect Pembrokeshire

enquiries@pembrokeshirecommunityhub.org

· Members of the community can discover more about social care jobs and opportunities in Pembrokeshire at https://inpembrokeshirewecare.co.uk/ or give us a call on 01437 775197.

· Anyone wishing to discuss the Council’s current vacancies in social care please contact our Recruit team at recruit@pembrokeshire.gov.uk

WAHWN February Newsletter 2023

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-02-06 15:07:08 UTC

Dear members,

Welcome to our first newsletter of 2023!

WAHWN February 2023 Newsletter (mailchi.mp)

The very early signs of Spring are starting to emerge... snowdrops, cyclamens and tiny buds on the trees. For many people, February brings with it a deep sigh to be leaving the darker months. For others, it's a slow unfurling from a warm hibernation period. However you meet the early Spring shoots, we invite you to spend a little time today to pause and breathe, to notice the light and to reflect it by writing or drawing or moving for five minutes.

Angela, Tracy and Emilie - Team WAHWN

Training for Managers: Menopause Information Session

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-02-06 15:34:25 UTC

Sesiwn Gwybodaeth Menopos / Menopause Information Session Tickets, Thu 9 Feb 2023 at 11:00 | Eventbrite

Menopause Information Session on the 9th and 16th February

We estimate there are about 91,000 people working across social care and social work in Wales. Approximately 80% of that figure are female and half of that are aged over 45 years.

The menopause is a natural part of ageing that usually occurs between 45 and 55 years of age as oestrogen levels decline. This means there are a large number of women who will be transitioning through menopause. We want that to be a healthy experience whilst also having a productive professional life.

Research shows that 10 per cent of women leave their jobs, and many more are reducing their hours or passing up promotions, because of their menopausal symptoms.

Menopause is not just a gender or age issue, as it can impact on colleagues both directly or indirectly, and it should therefore be considered as an organisational issue. It is helpful for managers to know about it and how they can support their staff. They should also be aware of the indirect effects of the menopause on people such as spouses/significant others and close family members and friends of individuals going through the menopause. The transition can put additional pressures and changes on relationships, it is therefore important managers signpost to appropriate support channels.

This session will be offered in two (one hour) parts on Thursday 9th and 16th February 2023 on Zoom 11-12.

Session 1

Explores: Physical & Emotional
Define and understand what we mean by Menopause
Menopause in History
Common Symptoms of Menopause
Coping Strategies & Treatments

Session 2

Explores: Menopause at work
How employers can help women thrive during Menopause
Workplace policies
Equality Act 2010
Attitude and reasonable adjustment
Ending the stigma

This event will be held on Zoom. You will be sent the joining link the day before the event if you have registered.

Public Engagement and Involvement Forum

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-02-07 16:33:52 UTC

You’re invited to register now for the next Public Engagement and Involvement Forum.

Save your place for 15 March 2023 at 10-12:30

The Forum is a network for researchers, the public and people working in health and social care research in Wales to discuss issues and drive improvement in public engagement and involvement.

The next Forum meeting will offer an opportunity to hear about the development of the new NHS R&D framework and to offer your thoughts about how this framework should be put into practice.

We will also discuss progress made with the Health and Care Research Wales Public Engagement plan and next steps.

Book your place on the Health and Care Research Wales website now.

We look forward to seeing you.

Kind Regards

Alex Newberry

Independent Professional Advocacy (3CIPA) - Information Sessions

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-02-08 09:49:12 UTC

The 3CIPA Service which delivers Independent Professional Advocacy for adults in Pembrokeshire is holding a series of information sessions over coming weeks so that people can find out more about the service and the support that it can offers locally. More information is attached and below:

All 4 sessions are available via the same Zoom link: -

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/7880470320?pwd=emx3NldvUnRJREkvOGZFU2tJY0lzZz09

Meeting ID: 788 047 0320 / Passcode: 1cBV9w

Or to view 3CIPA’s short informative film about when a 3CIPA referral should be considered please click on the links to our YouTube channel: - English: https://youtu.be/8pPXVC5QM14 or in Welsh: https://youtu.be/b3yy42CkGHo

LGBTQ+ Inclusion Workshop

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-02-08 10:13:43 UTC

Please find attached details of our LGBTQ+ Inclusion workshop, which will be held online on Monday 27^th February 2023 to celebrate LGBT History Month.

Aimed specifically at professionals working in front line roles and teams in the area, this workshop will:

Demystify terminology and explain common misconceptions
Help you to understand LGBT hate
Explore routes of support (including being an Active Bystander, reporting to Police, Independent Specialist Support services, Local Authority and Grass Root Groups)

Booking is essential via Eventbrite link: LGBTQ+ Inclusion Workshop - A guide for professionals Tickets, Mon 27 Feb 2023 at 13:00 | Eventbrite

Wales-wide Fuel Poverty Forum 8th March 2023

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-02-08 11:11:00 UTC

The next Wales-wide Fuel Poverty Forum will be hosted on Wednesday 8 March, online from 10am– 12pm. We will continue our focus on the energy crisis, following an exceptionally difficult winter. The Forum will provide a key opportunity to come together to highlight support available for fuel poor households and engage on what more needs to be done, as we collectively seek to help and protect those in need. The meeting is free to attend and will take place on Zoom. Once registered, you will receive a link from Zoom - please check your spam folder if you do not receive this. An agenda will be circulated nearer the time.
Click to register via Zoom

Hywel Dda Be Well Service Self-management Education Programmes

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-02-08 12:20:51 UTC

What We Do

The Education Programme for Patients (EPP) team provide a range of free self-management health and wellbeing programmes and workshops for people living with long term health conditions or for those who care for someone with a health condition.

All of the people who are involved with our programmes; the staff and the volunteer tutors, have personal experience of either living with a health condition or caring for someone with a health condition.

Who Is It For?

For anyone aged 18 or over with any long-term health condition or someone who cares for someone with a long-term health condition.

Can Anyone Use This Service?

This service is FREE. Anyone who feels they may benefit from one of our many programmes can use our service. We deliver both in community and virtually.

Opening Times

Our office hours are Monday – Friday 8:30am–4:30pm and our courses are run during the day, at various locations throughout Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire.

What to expect when you attend the course.

Group sessions are held in various local community venues and there are two tutors per session, with a small group of participants.

We run a variety of programmes from one off 45-minute sessions to 9 week sessions.

We provide a choice of options to support either the person’s individual journey through their care pathway or support teams to stay emotionally and physically well.

How might the course benefit you?

The aim of our courses are to give participants the confidence to take responsibility for their own care, whilst also encouraging them to work in partnership with health and social care professionals.

What makes our courses special, are the sharing of skills and experience with people who have to deal with the same things as each other.

To enquire about accessing any of the self-management courses please contact Education Programmes for Patients on 01554 899035 or email us at: epp.hdd@wales.nhs.uk

Draft Local Toilet Strategy 2023

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-02-08 19:02:46 UTC

Pembrokeshire residents are being invited to comment on a strategy detailing the provision of public toilets across the county.

Pembrokeshire County Council’s Draft Local Toilet Strategy 2023 is available online to review and provide feedback at: https://haveyoursay.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/draft-local-toilet-strategy-2023

Provision of public toilets is not a statutory duty but Pembrokeshire County Council recognises the importance of toilet facilities to residents, visitors and the economy.

BBC research in 2018 found that Pembrokeshire County Council was the joint second highest provider of public toilets in the UK.

Through a contract with Danfo (UK) Ltd, the Council currently provides 68 public toilets, including three on behalf of the Trunk Road Agency.

Public toilet provision costs the Council approximately £600,000 a year and the strategy has been put together in the wake of severe financial pressures facing Local Authorities.

The strategy states that the Council will seek to provide public toilets on a cost neutral basis and acknowledges that existing levels of provision may not remain.

However, the Council will look to build on measures already taken to maintain levels of public toilets wherever possible.

This includes charging for public toilet use (a 40p charge is currently in place at 12 of the highest footfall sites) funding via car parking income where toilets are located in or by car parks and, increasingly, public toilets being funded by or transferred to Town and Community Councils.

The strategy also details supporting access to public toilets through renovations to existing blocks where possible, incorporating Changing Places facilities, making available and promoting public buildings as public toilets, encouraging local organisations and businesses to open toilets for public use and improving signage.

You can comment on the Draft Local Toilet Strategy 2023 online at https://haveyoursay.pembrokeshire.gov.uk/draft-local-toilet-strategy-2023 or alternatively print off and return a hard copy response (also available via the above link).

Please respond by Wednesday 1^st March.

Responses will be considered by the Council’s Cabinet prior to a final decision being made on the strategy.

New Enhanced Money Matters Service for unpaid Carers in Pembrokeshire & Carmarthenshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-02-09 13:48:51 UTC

Carers Trust Crossroads West Wales are pleased to launch our enhanced Money Matters service for unpaid carers in Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire.

The aim of the Money Matters service is to improve carer wellbeing through income maximisation and alleviating financial pressures. Our small dedicated team will support carers by offering a range of tailored support which includes:

Holistic financial wellbeing checks
Welfare benefit checks, advice and completion of benefit application forms
Income maximisation and accessing grants, discounts and concessions
A range of resources, financial information and factsheets
A range of informal workshops on topics such as improving budgeting skills, digital financial literacy, etc.

Carers are able to self-refer by contacting our Carers Information Helpline on 0300 0200 002, by emailing info@ctcww.org.uk or downloading referral and grant application forms from our website Money Matters – Carers Trust Crossroads West Wales (ctcww.org.uk)

Please send any completed referrals to info@ctcww.org.uk

Hywel Dda Community Health Council Plans and priorities in 2023-2024

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-02-09 17:53:12 UTC

In April 2023 the CHC will be replaced by Llais, the new Citizen’s Voice Body (CVB) for health and social care.
Llais will reflect the views and represent the interest of people living in Wales about health and social care.

To help Llais identify its priorities in the first year, we want to hear your views on the things that matter most to people in the Hywel Dda area about health and social care.

Please provide us with your views to the following questions by 28 February 2023. We will share your feedback with Llais to inform and influence its plan for 2023-2024.

LINK TO QUESTIONNAIRE HERE

The Regional Learning Disabilities Innovation Fund is re-opening

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-02-10 11:42:34 UTC

Following the delivery of amazing innovative projects in the previous two rounds , the third round of the Learning Disabilities Innovation Fund funded by the Welsh Government’s Integrated Care Fund is reopening on 10^th February 2023.

The grant will provide an opportunity for people with learning disabilities to come up with ideas for new activities and services, and access funding to test out how well the ideas work in practice.

The Fund offers an opportunity for third sector organisations and statutory bodies to apply for funding to run a project truly co-produced with people living with learning disabilities across the west Wales counties of Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire and Ceredigion.

This grant scheme is co-produced with people with learning disabilities, who will also make the decisions on who will receive funding. Therefore, all applications must be submitted in ‘Easy to Read’ format.

The Learning Disabilities Innovation Fund will provide up to 100% of revenue costs up to £10,000 per project. Up to 20% of the total funding request can be for capital items where applicants show a clear link to the revenue request.

All projects supported must demonstrate how they will link with one or more of the themes from the West Wales Learning Disabilities Charter. Which was developed by people living with learning disabilities from Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire & Ceredigion. Click here to find out more about the Charter: | Learning Disability Charter (pembrokeshirepeople1st.org.uk)

All projects must be completed by 31^st March 2024

The deadline for submission of applications is Monday 6^th March 2023

*** PAVS has organised an Online Q&A session providing an opportunity for potential applicants to find about more about the fund on 23^rd February, from 2pm – 3pm.

Click the joining link here : https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/learning-disabilities-innovation-fund-online-qa-session-tickets-537827716177

Contact development@pavs.org.uk to request an application pack.

Latest Hywel Dda CHC Newsletter

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-02-13 15:58:00 UTC

To find out more about the work we do and how we work on your behalf, why not follow us on Twitter, Facebook and our website for copies of our visiting reports, surveys, committee meeting minutes and more!
Link to newsletter : Briefings/Newsletters - Hywel Dda Community Health Council (nhs.wales)

Link to current surveys : https://hywelddachc.nhs.wales/get-involved/live-surveys/

Workshops for adults facing the challenge of loss in Pembrokeshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-02-14 11:56:51 UTC

Small group sessions will offer various techniques to help build resilience including guided visualisation, breathing and self-massage.

More information is attached, availability is on a first come first served basis. Choose from:

Monday 27^th February 10am – 12.30pm, or
Tuesday 28^th March 10am – 12.30pm

Held at Paul Sartori House, Winch Lane, Haverfordwest, SA61 1RP.

Booking is required by texting or phoning 07917 074300 or emailing enquiries@paulsartori.org.

Change of venue - Paul Sartori Community Choir

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-02-14 11:59:03 UTC

The Paul Sartori Community Choir has changed its rehearsal venue and is now rehearsing at St David & St Patrick Catholic Church Hall, Haverfordwest (off Dew Street).

There are many health benefits to singing together. Pop along and give it a go.

Job vacancy at PAVS

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-02-17 12:30:18 UTC

PAVS seeks a talented, innovative, and enterprising individual to join our team as SOCIAL ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT OFFICER
37 hours per week .
Working as part of a regional team delivering the Catalyst for Care programme, supporting new and established social enterprises providing care, support, and wellbeing services.
Deadline for applications is 28^th February 2023, see PAVS website for more details -Employment with PAVS | Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services

Learning Disabilities Support Innovation Fund Q&A session

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-02-17 12:57:38 UTC

An online Q&A session for the regional Learning Disabilities Innovation Fund is taking place on 23^rd February, from 2pm – 3pm.

Aimed at potential applicants to the fund, PAVS, Dream Team members and Pembrokeshire People First will facilitate a Q& A session reviewing the application pack and guidance information for Round 3 of the Learning Disabilities Support Innovation Fund.
This is an opportunity for groups to ask questions and gather information to strengthen their applications.

Click here to book a place : https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/learning-disabilities-innovation-fund-online-qa-session-tickets-537827716177

Putting Ability First in 2023

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-02-17 13:05:45 UTC

As a key Pembrokeshire employer that already makes a difference to the local economy, we’d like you to join us at our launch event on Wednesday 1st March 2023 at The Green Barn, Scolton Manor from 9.30 -11.30 to include welcome refreshments.

“Putting Ability First in 2023” will be your opportunity to hear from Pembrokeshire County Council about the new Local Supported Employment scheme in Pembrokeshire.

You’ll also be able to hear about Access to Work and the DWP Disability Confident Scheme.

This will be your opportunity to future proof your business, the right way, with the support you need.

To register for the event, please click here:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/putting-ability-first-in-2023-rhoi-gallu-yn-gyntaf-yn-2023-tickets-525667434447?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

New social group for people living with dementia

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-02-17 13:10:15 UTC

Good morning.

I hope you are keeping safe and well.

I am delighted to say that I will be starting a new group "Poppins" at the VC Gallery in Pembroke Dock. The group will be held on the 1^st Friday of every month 10.30am - 1pm. There will be refreshments and activities. The group is dementia supportive not dementia exclusive so please share far and wide.
Kindest regards.
Cherry Evans

Dementia Supportive Communities Development Officer

cherry.evans@pavs.org.uk

Connected Communities & Rail Transport

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-02-17 14:02:58 UTC

Sent on behalf of Transport for Wales (TfW)

Transport for Wales is looking to support the Welsh Government’s ‘Connected Communities’ Strategy through collaborative working with community related organisations. Our plan for helping people of all ages who are lonely and find it difficult to meet other people. This plan is just the start of making a difference to these important issues. Within TfW’s Community Rail team, we are reaching out to 3^rd Sector organisations to offer some support to those people who feel lonely and socially isolated. We are also keen to support social and green prescribing.

Sandy Bear are recruiting for a CEO

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-02-17 14:42:22 UTC

At Sandy Bear, we are recruiting for a CEO

https://www.charismarecruitment.co.uk/job/chief-executive-officer-sandy-bear

We are looking for an exceptional leader who is eager to join us for the next exciting phase of our development and who will be a strong ambassador for our charity.

The post is for 30 hours a week (four days) and is permanent. The salary is £40,000 (actual salary).

The vacancy closes on the 7^th of March 2023 and all enquiries and applications are to be submitted to Sandra Smith at Charisma Recruitment via the above link.

Value Independence CIC event

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-02-17 15:09:31 UTC

Value Independence CIC are holding a club night on the 4th March between 6pm and 10pm at our centre in Milford Haven. The club night is being held to support Rachel Mayhew in raising funds for Muscular Dystrophy UK. I have attached a poster outlining details of the event and how you can support in our fundraising efforts. Please distribute this email and poster to anyone you feel may be interested in attending.

Thanks

Samuel Warden
Director
Value Independence CIC
101-101a Charles Street
Milford Haven
Pembrokeshire
SA73 2HL
Tel: 01646 695785 Mob: 07792 693822

Help create a vision for the future of domiciliary care in Wales

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-02-17 15:55:55 UTC

Are you concerned about the current situation in domiciliary care and how it is affecting people across Wales? As part of the Domiciliary Care in Wales Franchise / Co-operative Feasibility Study, ADSS Cymru has worked with social care leaders to co-create a possible new model to support domiciliary care in Wales.

Do you have experience of domiciliary care as a service user, care worker or provider in Wales?

You are invited to share your views and experiences and contribute to the development of new ideas on how to support domiciliary care services. This includes thinking about solutions to key issues, such as how to grow and sustain providers, support domiciliary care workers to enter and stay in the profession, and new ideas that could benefit anyone experiencing or involved in domiciliary care in Wales.

Sign up for the Domiciliary Care Roadshow this March Anybody with experience of domiciliary care in Wales is invited to sign up to attend the Domiciliary Care Roadshow. The roadshow is a series of three live, drop-in events that will be facilitated by members of the team running the study. They will offer an opportunity for attendees to find out more about the possible new model and share their views.

The events are running in Wrexham, Newport and Carmarthen. Sign up to attend a roadshow event on Eventbrite by clicking on the links below:

Wrexham - Wednesday 15 March
Newport - Tuesday 21 March
Carmarthen - Friday 24 March

We are interested in hearing from you, whether your experience is from the third sector, private sector, health boards or a local authority.

Courses at Clynfyw in setting up enterprises-charcoal, apple juice, vermicompost, care farms...

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-02-27 11:16:02 UTC

With support from Growing Points , Clynfyw Care Farm are running a series of courses this year.

The funding stipulates that attendees should be people/groups that support vulnerable people who want to set up microenterprises that are economically viable and socially/environmentally beneficial. The courses are ideally meant for people who have a real interest in setting up schemes and not just looking for a jolly!

About the courses:

We have been making charcoal at Clynfyw since 1997. We only sell to outlets within ten miles of here. We sell all we can make...and if we made more could sell it easily, but we don't have time. Millions of bags are imported from all over the world, often from unsustainable woodlands. Wales needs more charcoal makers!

We have been running a community apple juicing service since 2013 which has grown far too big for us and we need other people to set up similar schemes. Millions of litres are imported each year into Wales while our fruit is often left to fall and rot. Wales needs more community juicing systems!

We have been running Martins TLC vermicompost since 2021 (having bought it from Charlie Martin who started it over 20 years ago) and we have already stopped taking orders for 2023 as the demand is so good and, again, we can't keep up turning down potential customers pretty much every day at the moment. Wales needs more small scale (peat-free) compost makers.

We will be running two one day courses for each of these, and also two about how to set up a care farm. The days will run from 9.30-4.00 and the dates of these courses are as follows:

Thursday April 6th- How to set up a care farm
Thursday May 4th- Vermicomposting for beginners
Monday May 15th- Charcoal making for beginners
Monday May 22nd-Charcoal making for beginners
Wednesday May 31st-Community Apple Juicing
Wednesday June 7th- Community Apple Juicing
Thursday June 15th-Vermicomposting for beginners
Monday June 19th-How to set up a care farm

For the apple juicing courses we will be buying in apples to juice as it is obviously too early in the year to harvest our own. The intention is to help other groups to understand the process and to have time to prepare before their own juicing could start in the early autumn.

If you would like more information, or to book a place please let me know. We can only take a maximum of six people on each course.
Best wishes,
Jim

Jim Bowen Clynfyw Care Farm Abercych, Boncath, Pembrokeshire. SA370HF 01239841236 www.clynfyw.co.uk

Launch of public consultation on location of new planned and urgent care hospital

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-02-27 22:03:44 UTC

Between 23 February and 19 May, we are inviting members of the public, staff and partner organisations, to share your views about three potential sites for a new planned and urgent care hospital as part of the Health Board’s wider strategy to improve health and care in the region.

Last year, we submitted ambitious plans to the Welsh Government, which if successful, could result in around £1.3billion investment into health and care in mid and west Wales. The foundation of the plan, which was developed following consultation with our communities in 2018, is to bring as much care as possible closer to people’s homes, with plans for a network of integrated health and care centres, designed with local communities, across Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, and Pembrokeshire.

A new urgent and planned care hospital is part of our strategy to be able to re-provide more care in community settings, by having a sustainable hospital model fit for future generations. This will improve and increase the specialist care services that can be provided in Hywel Dda and tackle some long-standing challenges, including old hospitals, problems in maintaining clinical rotas over several hospitals, and staff recruitment.

Our consultation sets out three potential sites for a new Urgent and Planned Care Hospital in the south of the Hywel Dda University Health Board area – two near Whitland and one near St Clears.

We do not have a preferred site and we have not bought any site or land for this development. Purchasing a site and delivering the new Urgent and Planned Care Hospital is subject to the Welsh Government funding, which is not yet confirmed, and if successful, would take several years to achieve. In the meantime, we want to continue to work with you, our communities, to prepare and deliver the best health and care services that we can.

During the consultation, we are seeking feedback from all members of the public – people who live, work, or have an interest in our area, as well as organisations working in or interested in health and well-being, on the potential sites for the new hospital.

We want to meet with and hear the views of as many people in our communities as possible during the consultation. To help members of our communities to learn more about the plans for our new urgent and planned care hospital, we have arranged a number of public drop-in events – both in-person and online – for people to share their views with us.

Details of the public drop-in events, which will be held between 2pm and 7pm, include:

10 March, The Great Hall, Guildhall, Cardigan

14 March, Selwyn Samuel Centre, Llanelli

16 March, Haverfordwest Rugby Club, Haverfordwest

21 March, Ivy Bush Royal Hotel, Carmarthen

24 March, Regency Hall, Saundersfoot

28 March, Llandybie Public Memorial Hall, Llandybie

17 April, Whitland Sports and Social Club, Whitland

21 April, Morlan Centre, Aberystwyth

24 April, St Clears Leisure Centre, St Clears

In addition to the drop-in events, three online sessions are planned for:

6:30pm, 13 March

1pm, 23 March

10am, 16 March

Details of the consultation, including information on how to register for the online sessions, copies of the consultation documents in a range of formats, and details of how to share your views, are available on the Health Board’s website: https://hduhb.nhs.wales/new-hospital-site

If you need copies of our poster, please contact us by calling us on 0300 303 8322 or email us at hyweldda.engagement@wales.nhs.uk

Micro-enterprise Start-up Surgeries

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-03-07 16:29:38 UTC

Good afternoon,

I am running a series of FREE ‘Start-up Surgeries’ for anyone interested in setting up their own small, independent care / support service (known as ‘micro-enterprises’) in Pembrokeshire. The sessions are available both in-person and online, and will outline how to set up a safe, legal and professional service; the FREE support available via the Catalysts for Care project; and how to benefit from our Pembrokeshire directory and network.

To book your FREE place or ask any questions, contact Lee James on: lee.james@planed.org.uk / 07535 810003.

For more info about setting up your own care / support service, see: https://planed.org.uk/projects/catalysts-for-care/community-micro-enterprise-programme/ Event posters are attached too.

Start-up Surgery dates:

In-person:

• Tuesday 21st March, 2.00 – 3.00 @Unit 9, PLANED, the Old School, Narberth SA67 7DU

• Thursday 23rd March, 11.00 – 12.00 @Riverside Library ‘Life Hub’ meeting room, Haverfordwest SA61 2AN

• Tuesday 28th March, 7.00 – 8.00pm @Unit 9, PLANED, the Old School, Narberth SA67 7DU

• Thursday 30th March, 2.00 – 3.00 @Oriel Y Parc ‘Discovery meeting room’, St. David’s SA62 6NW

Online via Zoom:

• Monday 20th March, 2.00 – 3.00

• Tuesday 21st March, 7.00 – 8.00pm

• Monday 27th March, 10.00 – 11.00

Many thanks,

Lee

Lee James

Catalydd Micro-Fenter / Micro-Enterprise Catalyst

07535 810003 / 01834 860965

See the directory: www.planed.org.uk/catalysts-for-care-directory-of-care-and-support-services-in-pembrokeshire/

Pembrokeshire Decluttering pilot - Update

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-03-08 12:30:46 UTC

The decluttering pilot is well underway now and West Wales Care & Repair have received a number of appropriate referrals. So that they can coordinate the work involved for the referrals received to date, they won’t be taking any new referrals after 5 p.m. Friday 3^rd March (tomorrow)

Gofal a Thrwshio Gorllewin Cymru
West Wales Care & Repair
Meyler House, St Thomas Green Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, SA61 1QP www.careandrepair.org.uk

Macmillan Cancer Support – Volunteering Opportunities

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-03-13 13:26:39 UTC

There are so many ways to get involved. Whether it's minutes or months, hours or days, the time you give really does matter and you can make a real impact in your community.

Why volunteer with Macmillan?

The support provided by Macmillan volunteers helps us to be there for people with cancer, in their community, from the moment of diagnosis and for however long they need us.

With 3 million people in the UK now living with cancer, Macmillan's role has never been more crucial. The support provided by Macmillan volunteers is integral to helping us to be there for people with cancer, in their community, from the moment of diagnosis and for however long they need us.

The coronavirus pandemic is still impacting the types of volunteering we can offer at Macmillan, as we seek to protect our volunteers and people living with cancer. Macmillan volunteers are continuing to have a crucial impact, by directly supporting people with cancer, powering our fundraising and supporting our backend operations. So, whilst you may see a reduced level of roles available at the moment, there are plenty of opportunities to get involved and have a real impact. If you don't find something suitable today, please check back another time. To see what volunteering opportunities are available, please check this link: Volunteering Opportunities | Macmillan Cancer Support Volunteering

New Digital Project Whitland, Haverfordwest and Aberystywth

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-03-16 17:29:59 UTC

Age Cymru Dyfed are pleased to announce our new digital staff are now in place. We can start taking referrals for the below project in the following areas Whitland, Haverfordwest and Aberystwyth,

Banks across Wales are closing at a frightening rate. Age Cymru Dyfed have a new Financial Digital project to support people to get to grips with online banking, online shopping and raising awareness around money saving websites.

This project is being rolled out around Whitland and Haverfordwest areas.

Using online banking means you can keep control of your finances from home or whilst you're out and about, using your bank's website or smartphone app.

What can I use online banking to do?

• Check your balance any time of day or night

• Check your bank statements

• Transfer money between your bank accounts

• Send money to people you know

• Set up or cancel direct debits and standing orders

If you are 50+ and would like to find out about online banking, need help with online shopping or would like a digital callout to discuss useful money saving website please get in contact by emailing reception@agecymrudyfed.org.uk or email p.mcilroy@agecymrudyfed.org.uk

Peter McIlroy

Practical & Technology Services Manager

Age Cymru Dyfed

The World Turned Upside Down

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-03-20 11:04:03 UTC

PAVS invites you to attend a Dementia Awareness Event at the Torch Theatre in Milford Haven on May 17th 2023.

10.30am Registration
11.00am Performance by Cradle choir
11.30am Screening of "The World Turned Upside Down"
1.00pm Free buffet lunch

A free screening at the Torch Theatre about dementia and communication, and is for anyone living with dementia or carers, family, health and social care professionals.

The original play drew on research evidence from the IDEAL programme (an Alzheimer’s Society Centre of Excellence studying how to improve the lives of people with mild-to-moderate dementia and their carers living in the community) and the real-life experience of a dedicated involvement group of people with dementia and carers. As well as the performances, the film shows the rehearsal process, audience reactions and reflections from those involved in the project.

This free screening on May 17^th will allow the opportunity for discussion of the film’s themes. Dr Catherine Charlwood (IDEAL’s Research Translation Manager) will be on hand to answer questions.

To ensure that you have a seat in the auditorium please book via the following link.

https://www.torchtheatre.co.uk/the-world-turned-upside-down/

Please free to share the invitation far and wide.

If you require any further information please get in touch.

Kindest regards.

Cherry

Cherry Evans

Dementia Supportive Communities Development Officer

Swyddog Datblygu Cymunedau Sy'n Cefnogi Dementia

Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services/ Cymdeithas Gwasanaethau Gwirfoddol Sir Benfro

36 - 38 High Street / 36 - 38 Y Stryd Fawr,

Haverfordwest /Hwlffordd.

SA61 2DA

Tel / Ffôn : 07849 086009

Padlet - https://padlet.com/cherryevans/x2pxykx6rrojzapo

Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/cherrylynne.pavs.5

Twitter – https://twitter.com/CCPembsDementia?s=07

Span Arts newsletter

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-03-20 11:07:47 UTC

Not to be missed at SPAN this month! (mailchi.mp)

Here's what's happening this month at SPAN

We invite you to Immerse yourself in nature with our Love Stories to Nature Series. Find out about the exciting opportunity to join our team. Criw Celf Art Masterclasses for young people are taking place again this year and we are looking for Artists! A Pererin Wyf update and much more!

Spring Woodland Wellbeing Programme. Starting 30th March.

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-03-20 14:30:32 UTC

Thursdays, 10am–1pm | Six sessions from 30th March | Kingsmill Wood, near Pembroke

Join us for a six-week programme of woodland health and wellbeing activities.

Free and open to adults wishing to improve their health and wellbeing in nature.

Please feel free to get in touch if you have any questions.

Best wishes,

Richard

Richard Rees

Pembrokeshire Outdoor Health Project Officer

Small Woods/Coed Lleol & Pembrokeshire Coastal Forum

Email: richardrees@smallwoods.org.uk

Mobile: 07458 130611

Address: 2nd Floor, Pier House, Pembroke Dock, Pembrokeshire, SA72 6TR

Web: www.coedlleol.org.ukwww.pembrokeshirecoastalforum.org.uk/

New Age Cymru Dyfed pilot in Pembrokeshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-03-24 15:11:10 UTC

Age Cymru Dyfed have launched a new Housing Support pilot in Pembrokeshire.
For more information call 03333 447 874.

Preseli Cares survey - Have Your Say

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-04-19 16:28:24 UTC

Are you a Direct Payment User/Carer living in Crymych, Newport or one of the surrounding communities in the Preseli`s?

We would like to invite you to share your ideas with us to find out what you like about your community, what could be improved and what could you, and your community offer in respect of care, support, and wellbeing.

What skills and knowledge do you have to share with others?

Preseli Cares would like to hear your views about what `care` means to you? What does `Community` mean to you?

Come and work with us to co-produce solutions to social care issues.

We are currently exploring how people with support needs, and unpaid carers access short breaks in the Preseli`s/Cambrian`s.

We would like your views on what could support you to access a holiday or take a short break in the Preseli`s ? What are your interests? What activities, venues and events would you like to attend?

Could you please take a few minutes to complete this short survey?

: https://forms.office.com/e/3HmXuaYeNZ

If you live in the Preseli area, would you be willing to join us to co-produce some resources to support this piece of work? Please provide your contact details and we will get in touch to discuss this with you. We hold regular monthly meetings in Crymych and Newport and everyone is welcome.

Thank you for your time and I hope you will want to join us in finding community led solutions.

Jo Hobson

Development officer

Preseli Cares

Dymuniadau gorau / Best wishes

Jo Hobson

Development Officer – Preseli cares

‘Community-led care: Solutions to social care issues.’

M: 07977358711

Joanne.hobson@pavs.org.uk

My working hours are Monday – Thursday 8.30-5.30 Fridays 8.30-12.30

Check out our Padlets for the latest information on Preseli Cares

NEWPORT - https://tinyurl.com/newportpadlet

CRYMYCH - https://tinyurl.com/crymychpadlet

Pembrokeshire Men's Support groups update

2023-05-04 13:51:25 UTC

Wednesdays

11.30am to 12.30pm : Mens Peer Support group @ Pembrokeshire Mind, Resource Centre Hwest.

11am to 4pm: Haverfordwest Men Shed, learn new skills and share skills together, open to all men. Castle Walk, Haverfordwest.

2pm to 4pm: Kilgetty Mens Shed, learn new skills together open to all Men. Kilgetty Community Centre, Kilgetty.

4.30pm to 6.00pm : Mens Talking Circle @Haverfordwest Mens Shed, Castle Walk.

Thursdays
11am to 12.30pm : Mens Peer Support Group @ TRI, Tenby

11am to 12pm: Talking Circle for Men aged 50plus @ Hilton House, Milford Haven.

7pm to 8.30pm: Mens Music Jamming Group @ Hakin & Hubberston Community Hall.

Fridays:
2pm to 4pm: Mens Music Playing Group, learn to play music in a group Hakin and Hubberston Community Hall

5.30pm to 7pm: Talking Circle for Men @ Torch Theatre, Milford Haven.

For more information contact
CHARLES ON 07719 880456

LUKE on 0790 886 0061

INFORMATION SESSION: Versus Arthritis Research

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-05-04 14:07:25 UTC

Thursday – 25^th May 2023

Online via Teams 10.30 am – 11.30 am.

Join us where we will showcase the research that Versus Arthritis is funding, in our commitment to make arthritis preventable, manageable and treatable. We will talk about what we fund and how we fund it and highlight our successes and our future plans.

There will be an opportunity for questions. Everyone is welcome!

Room opens at 10.20am presentation starts at 10.30am. Please be on time.

INNOVATION FUNDING OPPORTUNITY FOR SOCIAL CARE

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-05-04 14:10:10 UTC

A substantial amount of funding has been identified for unique innovative programmes in social care, and earlier this week the West Wales Regional Innovation Coordination (RIC) Hub and the SBRI Centre of Excellence held an exciting session with colleagues to start to identify the challenges faced across our social care services in the West Wales region. Whilst a number of excellent innovative ideas were suggested during the session, everyone agreed there should be a contribution from the wider social care and voluntary sectors in West Wales, and with this in mind we would value your input!

Please tell us your unique challenges so that we can identify high value, impactful initiatives that could transform our services for the better through innovation. In particular we would like to know the top 3 challenges that you think the system or service is struggling with. No challenge will be too big or too small!

So that we can collate all responses, we would be extremely grateful if you could complete our quick the questionnaire which can be accessed via the link below no later than 12^th May 2023 so that all responses can be considered collectively.

We would also welcome the thoughts from your colleagues, so we ask that you forward this email and questionnaire onto them for them to have their say.

Click here for Questionnaire

We appreciate your time and the team at the West Wales RIC Hub look forward to hearing from you.

Annual Child and Family Poverty Survey 2023

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-05-09 21:31:46 UTC

Each year, Children in Wales conduct our Annual Child and Family Poverty Survey. The information you provide is important and helps to identify and understand more about the experiences and impact of poverty on children, young people and their families in Wales.

The findings from our 2022 survey were widely disseminated, engaging both local and national policy makers, including Welsh Government officials, Ministers and Cabinet. They continue to be used to raise awareness, influence and inform practice and policy across Wales.

We aim to do the same this year. Your voices and experiences are making a difference and are being heard. Your time is greatly appreciated.

The survey will take around 15 minutes to complete. Please try to answer all of the questions. The report on the findings will be published in September 2023 and will be available on our website and again, widely disseminated.

Crucially this year, the findings will help to inform Welsh Government's refresh of their Child Poverty Strategy, which is expected to be published in December 2023.

Once again, thank you for taking the time to complete this survey.

Funded by Welsh Government

Here are the links:

Survey for practitioners and professionals English

Survey for children and young people English

Both surveys will close on 16 June 2023.

Last year’s findings have been widely used, both locally and nationally, and also to inform Welsh Government’s refresh of their Child Poverty Strategy. They aim to do the same this year and the findings will be published towards the end of September. I’ve also included a link to the findings from the 2022 survey as this may be of interest to you.

8 Weeks of Wellbeing is coming to Pembroke Dock

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-05-09 21:36:43 UTC

We're delighted to be offering our free wellbeing course in person in our Mind centre in Meyrick Street in Pembroke Dock. We will be meeting from 1pm to 3pm every Monday for 8 weeks, starting on June 12th. Each week, we will explore different themes such as negative and positive thinking, feelings, problem solving, relaxation and mindfulness and managing stress through activities and discussion, then during the second half of the session, we will try out different wellbeing activities with time to chat and get to know each other.

The course has been shown to have a positive impact on participants' mental health and wellbeing, whilst reducing feelings of social isolation. I've attached a poster (as a jpeg) and would be very grateful if you could share the information with your network. Anyone interested in taking part can reach me using the contact details on the poster.

Many thanks for your help,

Kind regards

Kate

Kate Rastall

Mums Matter & 8 Weeks of Wellbeing

Mind Pembrokeshire

Tel: 07956 835144/01437 769982

Email: kate@mindpembrokeshire.org.uk

Active 4 Life Community Collaboration - Broad Haven Village Hall

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-05-09 21:52:21 UTC

Active 4 Life have a brand new community collaboration starting this June at Broad Haven Village Hall!

Commencing on Wednesday 7^th June and suitable for all levels of fitness 60+ individuals will be given the opportunity to promote their physical, mental and emotional wellbeing with FREE Tai Chi Movements for Wellbeing sessions.

Joe Chalmers

60+ Active Leisure Scheme Officer / Drosodd 60’s Swyddog Gweithredol Hamdden

Pembrokeshire Leisure / Hamdden Sir Benfro

Pembrokeshire County Council / Cyngor Sir Penfro

https://pembrokeshireleisure.co.uk/schemes/active-4-life/

https://hamddensirbenfro.co.uk/cynlluniau/heini-am-oes/

Day Opportunities Information Team newsletter

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-05-09 22:14:15 UTC

Latest News - May 2023 (office.com)

For more information on how to sign up as a Provider, click here Becoming a Provider for Day Opportunities - Pembrokeshire County Council

Summer Magazine callout / Galwad am erthyglau ar gyfer Cylchgrawn yr Haf 2023

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-05-09 22:20:04 UTC

Children in Wales’ Summer magazine will focus on highlighting good practice in implementing and supporting children and families as they move into the new Additional Learning Needs (ALN) system.

From September 2021, the new ALN Code and regulations came into force, beginning a four year phased implementation period. This new systems brings about change and change can be difficult to navigate or confusing for many children and families who are and will be transitioning to the new system. We also appreciate that this change is often challenging for the organisations and sectors that both work and support children with ALN and their families.
We are keen to capture the positive work you are doing in supporting children and families and to share your practice, experiences and actions in relation to this theme.
This may include:
* Examples of how you are supporting children and families to understand the new system and what it means for them
* Examples of proactive work to support implementation
* Case examples of partnership working to support children with ALN and their families
* How you are supporting your workforce to understand and implement the new ALN system and the difference this is making to the children you work with
* Changes in practice to positively support either children, families or the workforce
* What has worked well to support your workforce, children and families
* Anything else that is having a positive impact on children with ALN, families or your workforce
We are keen to hear from all sectors.
Articles should be between 500 and 750 words; be sent to us in both English and Welsh; have a title and author and you can include one good quality JPEG photo (optional).
The deadline for articles is Thursday, 29 June 2023. Please email us to book your space in the newsletter louise.oneill@childreninwales.org.uk

Giving families in Pembrokeshire the right support at the right time

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-05-09 22:35:07 UTC

Family life is full of rewards but can also be a real balancing act.

To make it easier for families to get the help they need there is now one single point of contact in Pembrokeshire: the Pembrokeshire Families’ Support Network.

The contact number is 01437 770023 (Monday to Friday: 9am - 5pm).

The Pembrokeshire Families' Support Network launched in the spring this year. It includes services from:

Family Support Team (Team Around the Family and Flying Start)
Action for Children
Springboard
NHS Health Visitors
Inclusion Support
PAVS (Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services) Community Connector
Youth Services

“Many parents and carers have lots of plates that they need to keep spinning, and the reality is that we can all do with a helping hand from time to time,” said Leonie Rayner from the support network.

“By having a single point of access we hope to make it easier and quicker than ever for local families to connect with our parenting support services whenever help is needed.”

Cllr Guy Woodham, Cabinet Member for Education and Welsh Language, said the provision of a single point of contact would make the parenting support service more streamlined, and provide clarity for both families and professionals.

“The single point of contact will ensure parents and carers are referred quickly to the most appropriate service to support their needs,” he said.

“Sometimes family life can change quickly and unexpectedly, and so by now having one point of access for our collective parenting support teams, families are able to simply pick up the phone to hopefully be connected to the right help for them in any time of need.”

For more info, please see the Pembrokeshire Families Support Network website or watch their video (opens in a new tab).

Dementia Friendly Pembrokeshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-05-09 22:39:12 UTC

Want to know more about being Dementia Friendly? Dementia Friendly Pembrokeshire Awareness Training is taking place Monday 15th May from 2 -3.30pm on Zoom. To book your FREE place please register on the Eventbrite link below. https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/.../dementia-awareness... #DementiaActionWeek

SEMINAR: Wildfires / Tanau Gwyllt

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-05-09 22:52:20 UTC

The second seminar in the Wales Safer Communities Network Spring/ Summer Seminar Series, Wildfires: A strategic partnership approach in Wales, is taking place virtually on 16 May 2023, 10:00-11:30.

Aimed at professionals and practitioners working in community safety and community cohesion, this seminar will explore the strategic approach that is taken in Wales towards wildfires. Speakers will be joining us from the Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service, Natural Resources Wales, and UK Health Security Agency.

Please click here for further information and to register your place.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Many thanks

Wales Safer Communities Network

Housing for a Wellbeing Economy

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-05-09 23:05:28 UTC

We bring together people and organisations across Wales (and beyond) on the second Thursday of each month for our Wellbeing Economy discussion series.

Thursday 11th May, 7pm-8:30pm, on Zoom:

HOUSING FOR A WELLBEING ECONOMY

Wellbeing Economy Cymru (WE Cymru) is hosting a discussion forum about Housing in Wales, exploring what is happening, and what needs to happen, to create a housing system that serves the wellbeing of current and future generations.

According to Shelter Cymru, one in three people in Wales have been impacted by the housing emergency. This means over a million children and adults are living in unsafe or unaffordable housing. This includes everything from families forced to choose between paying rent or mortgage payments and buying food, to people living in homes riddled with damp, mould and disrepair.

We're asking... How can we ensure everyone has access to good, affordable housing that supports their wellbeing, as well as supporting thriving local places and a healthy environment?

How are people and organisations across Wales addressing challenges around housing in new and interesting ways, to better meet the needs of people and planet?

What are the 'disruptions' that chart a realistic path towards wellbeing economy housing in Wales?

What's happening in YOUR community or organisation, and what are YOUR ideas?

If you are interested to discuss what our housing system would look like in a Wellbeing Economy, we hope you will join us for this conversation! We are assembling a panel of experts and thought-leaders to help spark discussion, and inviting everyone with an interest in this topic to come along. We are hoping to learn something ourselves and to share that learning with our network, on the evening of 11th May!

This will be an online meeting via Zoom.

Register Via Eventbrite for 7pm Thurs 11th May 2023

Additional dates added to Hywel Dda consultation on new planned and urgent care hospital

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-05-09 23:11:32 UTC

A few weeks ago, we shared with you that we are seeking the views of staff and members of our communities about three potential sites for a new planned and urgent care hospital, as part of our wider strategy to improve health and care in the region. The consultation was launched on 23 February, and individuals and organisations are invited to share their opinions on the shortlist of sites by 19 May 2023.

We have been engaging with individuals and groups through our consultation events both in-person and online. We are grateful to everyone who has come along to share their views and ask questions.

We are pleased to share that we have arranged an additional four public drop-in events, and an online event. These details have been shared with the media and on social media, and would like to share these details with you.

Friday 28 April, 2pm-7pm - Phoenix Community Centre, 1 Wern Rd, Goodwick SA64 0AA
Thursday 04 May, 2pm-7pm - Pill Social Centre, Cellar Hill, Milford Haven, SA73 2QT
Tuesday 09 May, 2pm-7pm - The Castle Hotel, Kings Road, Llandovery SA20 0AP
Thursday 11 May, 2pm-7pm - Victoria Hall, Bryn Road, Lampeter, SA48 7EE
Tuesday 16 May, 6:30pm - Online – please register on our website

Details of these events, together with the consultation documents and questionnaire, are available on our website: https://hduhb.nhs.wales/new-hospital-site

We look forward to meeting with you soon and hearing your views.

Kind regards,

Engagement Team

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Growing Caring & Creative Cultures - Limited Spaces Left

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-05-11 11:28:29 UTC

There is still a few spaces available at our Growing Caring & Creative Cultures event on the 22^nd of May at Cardiff Community Housing Association and we hope to have a visit from the Deputy Minster on the day. We have

For family carers who are attending in person, we have a limited fund to provide carers with a contribution towards travel, which can be claimed back through expenses forms available on the day. We recognise that this may not cover total cost of attending, but hope this helps families ability to attend and contribute their valuable voices to this conversation.

Please find further information on the event below

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As we move into the 3^rd year of our Welsh Government funded, Caring Communities of Change project, we celebrate the creative co-produced models of support explored and developed through the project and its partners. Share your thoughts as we reflect on the areas of growth for the project themes for the remainder of the project –

Break from the Routine - Respite and Short Breaks

All Moves Matter - Transitions

Creative Carer Communities - Community Activity

If you have been with us on this journey so far, or are new and would like to contribute, we'd welcome all voices to the conversation.

We welcome families and professionals to this event with the aim of improving and growing creative models of support and cultures across Wales.

We will have the option to join us in person or online.

I’d like to join in-person

To register to attend in person, please follow the steps on this Eventbrite page to register and receive joining instructions -

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/growing-caring-and-creative-cultures-event-tickets-611083616547

I’d like to join via Zoom

To register online, please click the link below and register via Zoom -

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0kcuiqrjgqGdMVzALRkxUeaU1eRtFwbeea

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If you have any questions about the event, please don’t hesitate to contact us via our caringcommunities@allwalesforum.org.uk email.

Best,

Josh Law

Projects & Partnerships Manager / Rheolwr Priosiectau a Phartneriaethau

All Wales Forum / Fforwm Cymru Gyfan

My normal working days are Monday-Thursday

Email/Ebost: josh@allwalesforum.org.uk

Phone/Ffôn: +447707137810

Web/Wê: www.allwalesforum.org.uk

: https://www.facebook.com/AllWalesForum/

You’re invited to West Wales Infoengine Workshop (July 6, 2023)

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-05-11 14:08:19 UTC

This West Wales regional online workshop has been organised by PAVS, and is being delivered by Louise Hardwick from Powys Association of Voluntary Organisations (PAVO).

This session is an opportunity for voluntary groups in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire to find out about Infoengine, the Wales' online directory of voluntary and community services.

The session is suitable for voluntary organisations who want to promote their activities and services from room hire to social clubs .

The outcomes of the session will be that participants will :

• Understand the ways to search on Infoengine

• Be able to register your organisation and services

• Learn some useful tips for making your registration stand out

• Understand how to edit your information

• Be able to add multiple services and organisations

There will also be an opportunity to ask questions

Book your free place on this online training session here:
West Wales Infoengine Workshop Tickets, Thu 6 Jul 2023 at 15:00 | Eventbrite

Population Health Needs and Wellbeing Survey

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-05-12 12:56:15 UTC

https://forms.office.com/e/7SThYLKZex

A Regional Collaboration for Health (ARCH Home (arch.wales) ) is a unique collaboration between three strategic partners; Swansea Bay University Health Board, Hywel Dda University Health Board and Swansea University. It spans the local authority areas of Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire, Neath Port Talbot and Swansea.

ARCH have been tasked to complete a Population Health Needs Assessment and this survey has been created to provide you, the public, with the opportunity to have your say and to let the Health Boards of Hywel Dda and Swansea Bay know what we can do to support you with your health and wellbeing needs. The information is anonymous, but please complete all fields that are relevant to you to the best of your ability, as to provide us with as much information as possible to support us in planning our future, based on what you report are your identified needs.

We would also like your support in assisting anyone that you care for that receive or access any of the Health Boards services to complete the form. The survey will take approximately 8 minutes to complete.

Thank you.

Dementia Action Week May 15th – May 21st #DAW2023

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-05-16 09:03:36 UTC

Dementia Action Week (15-21 May) is an awareness raising campaign. Each year, Alzheimer's Society works with individuals and organisations across the UK to encourage people to act on dementia. This year's theme is dementia diagnosis.

Dementia diagnosis rates have stagnated, many are facing dementia alone, without access to the vital support that a diagnosis can bring.

This Dementia Action Week we're encouraging individuals and their families to seek a timely diagnosis and avoid reaching crisis point.

Getting a diagnosis can be daunting, but we believe it’s better to know. And so do 91% of people living with dementia.

Cherry Evans at PAVS has organised a week of radio interviews on Pure West Radio to mark Dementia Action Week. For more information and to listen, click here (20+) Pure West Radio | Haverfordwest | Facebook

Consultation on the content of the draft NHS R&D Framework - Consultation deadline: 17:00 on 1 June

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-05-22 10:02:13 UTC

At the last public involvement and engagement Forum you heard about a new NHS R&D framework being developed through a co-creation process with key stakeholders, facilitated by Health and Care Research Wales. The draft framework outlines what ‘research excellence looks like’ within NHS organisations in Wales.

The draft NHS R&D framework is now available for wider consultation in May. Your feedback is needed to help NHS organisations to integrate research into healthcare.

Consultation deadline: 17:00 on 1 June

Many thanks,

Public Involvement and Engagement Team

Public Involvement and Engagement Team / Tîm Cynnwys ac Ymgysylltu â’r Cyhoedd

Health and Care Research Wales Support and Delivery Centre / Canolfan Cefnogi a ChyflenwiYmchwil Iechyd a Gofal Cymru
Tel / Ffôn: 02920 230457
Email / Ebost: research-involvement@wales.nhs.uk
Website / Gwefan: www.healthandcareresearchwales.org / http://www.ymchwiliechydagofalcymru.org/

Twitter: @ResearchWales / @YmchwilCymru

Pembrokeshire Ear Microsuction Clinic

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-06-05 12:30:30 UTC

The community clinic team in Pembrokeshire are inviting self-referrals for patients who previously needed to see a registrant in Primary Care before accessing the ear microsuction service.

Thank you for your patience as the team built their confidence, knowledge and skills in this new procedure

Patients can self-refer to this service across all 3 counties by

phoning the Health Board’s Communication Hub on 0300 303 8322 or
using the QR code in the poster

Please circulate this information to your colleagues. A web page is being developed for the Health Board’s internet site and a full social media launch will follow.

Can you help? Call for community-action experiences

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-06-05 20:29:52 UTC

Are you involved in community action to improve well-being?
The Resourceful Communities Partnership & the Wales Centre for Public Policy are seeking practice-based evidence from projects/services on what works to deliver community-action.
Email charlotte.morgan@wcpp.org.uk to share recent blogs, funder reports, press releases.

Writing a Business Plan webinar

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-06-06 12:17:31 UTC

PAVS are pleased to announce that Cwmpas are facilitating a webinar on Writing a Business Plan for us, online, on Monday 26^th June from 9.30 – 12.30 pm.

The webinar will be delivered by Huw Francis, Business Consultant: Social Business Wales/Cwmpas. The session will cover the following:-

The Benefits of Writing a Business Plan

• Characteristics of a Good Business Plan

• Executive Summary

• Business Background

• Business Objectives & Goals

• Management and Organisational structure

• Delivery of Products and Services

• Premises

• Equipment

• The Market & Market Research

• Marketing & Sales

• Policies and Procedures

• Finance

• Appendices

If you would like to attend the webinar, please book your FREE ticket on the Eventbrite link provided below. Zoom joining details will be emailed to you have booked your ticket.. For further information please email development@pavs.org.uk

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/writing-a-business-plan-tickets-650721634927.

West Wales Governance Conference 2023

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-06-06 12:20:23 UTC

In these increasingly difficult post pandemic times, effective management and good governance are central to the success and survival of voluntary groups. It is vital that the sector has the skills and knowledge to ensure its resilience.

For the fourth year Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services (PAVS), working in partnership with Carmarthenshire Association of Voluntary Services (CAVS) and Ceredigion Association of Voluntary Organisations (CAVO) has organised the online West Wales Third Sector Conference.

Taking place this year from the 19th – 23rd June, coinciding with Small Charities week , we invite you to a series of lunch time webinars around good Governance. With a daily session taking place from 12 -1pm via Zoom.

For more information and for links to book onto the lunchtime webinars, click here West Wales Governance Conference 2023 / Cynhadledd Llywodraethiant Gorllewin Cymru 2023 (padlet.com)

Carers Week 2023 (5-11 June)

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-06-06 12:38:58 UTC

It’s officially Carers Week (5-11 June 2023), a time when we take the opportunity to raise awareness of caring, highlight the challenges unpaid Carers face and recognise the contribution they make to families and communities throughout the UK. It also helps people who don't think of themselves as having caring responsibilities to identify as Carers and access much-needed support.

To acknowledge the contribution and value of Carers, Carers Week is being celebrated in Pembrokeshire by a range of organisations. Adferiad (PCISS), Action for Children, PAVS, Pembrokeshire County Council, Hywel Dda University Health Board, VC Gallery, Dementia Supportive Communities and others are putting on a range of free events.

Full bilingual details of these events can be found here https://carerssupportwestwales.org/types/carers-week-2023/ along with information for Carers who live in our neighbouring counties of Carmarthenshire and Ceredigion.

Please share this with Carers you may be supporting, with colleagues across your organisation and use your social media platforms to spread the word and share with us what you might be doing to celebrate Carers Week by tagging @carerssupportww

Digital Inclusion Activity Survey

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-06-06 19:23:46 UTC

The Digital Inclusion activity survey is now open to organisations across Wales that provide digital support to citizens.

Digital inclusion activity survey | DataMapWales (gov.wales)

The interactive map allows front line staff and volunteers to search by postcode to signpost people in need of digital support in their local communities. The information you provide is important in helping us shape our map of digital inclusion support and activities across Wales (basic digital skills, devices and connectivity).

We are looking for as much engagement as possible to ensure the map contains accurate and current digital activity in communities across Wales. We would really appreciate your help in completing the survey.

The survey will take around 10 minutes to complete. The survey will close on 14 July 2023.

Please complete one survey for every location that your organisation provides support e.g. if you are a Local Authority that manages multiple libraries, please complete one survey for each library.

We aim to publish the next iteration of the map on Welsh Government’s Digital Inclusion page in autumn 2023. We intend to undertake this survey every six months to ensure that the map is up to date. How to help someone you know get online | GOV.WALES

Please contact digitalinclusionmailbox@gov.wales if you have any questions.

Volunteering in the Outdoor with Tir Coed

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-06-06 19:31:22 UTC

Are you, someone you know or someone you work someone who enjoys spending time in nature, is looking to give back to your community or is interested in working in the outdoors? Join our Monday woodland volunteer sessions to learn new skills, gain new knowledge, make new contacts in the industry and spend some time in our beautiful woods.

Scolton South Woods, 10am - 3pm, Mondays in June and July (excluding 31st July)

Sessions run between 10am and 3pm and you're welcome any time, just let us know to expect you. Activities will include improving the woodland so more people can access it, planning for biodiversity, preparing materials for other groups, maintaining structures and green woodworking.

For more information or to book on, get in touch and tell your friends!

Nancy

Nancy Hardy

Cydlynydd Gwella Sir Benfro | Enhancing Pembrokeshire Coordinator

07476 899544

tircoed.org.uk

Public Engagement and Involvement Forum

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-06-09 09:17:09 UTC

You’re invited to register now for the next Public Engagement and Involvement Forum.

Save your place for Wednesday 12 July 2023; 10:00-12:30

The Forum is a network for researchers, the public and people working in health and social care research in Wales to discuss issues and drive improvements in public engagement and involvement.

The next meeting will offer an opportunity to learn more about the new Public Involvement in Research Impact Toolkit (PIRIT) from the team who co-developed it in Wales.

You will also be able to help provide ideas for the next two Forum events.

Book your place on the Health and Care Research Wales website now

Hidden Harms Animation

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-06-15 13:55:28 UTC

Hidden harms is a new animation developed by Norfolk Safeguarding Adults Board and Dewis Choice, which highlights the unique challenges that older adults can face when they encounter domestic abuse. The animation helps to encourage older adults to consider their own experiences and be open about their relationship with friends, family or support workers.

Visit the NSAB website to find the full animation and more information about domestic abuse and older adults: www.norfolksafeguardingadultsboard.info/hiddenharms

Have Your Say - Welsh Government Mental Health Strategy for Wales - Pre-engagement Survey

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-06-23 11:04:03 UTC

We would like to invite you to help shape our future strategies for mental health and well-being, and suicide and self-harm prevention in Wales. It has been 10 years since our Mental Health Strategy and Suicide & Self Harm Prevention Strategy were published and we have committed to consult on new strategies towards the end of this year.

We have already undertaken significant engagement work and reviews to understand those areas that are important to people. We have also commissioned and published an independent evaluation. We want to build on this work with further, pre-consultation engagement.

We would like to ask you to take some time to watch the short video we have produced which explains the visions and principles that we have drawn from what we have been told so far and to complete a questionnaire. The questionnaire and video are available at https://www.gov.wales/mental-health-strategy. Large print, Braille and alternative language versions of this document are available on request.

It is important to us that feedback reflects the diversity of our population so please feel free to share this link with others.

The questionnaire will remain open until 14 July 2023 and we ask that you respond to us by this date.

Diolch

Welsh Government Mental Health and Vulnerable Groups Division.

Carers UK Annual State of Caring survey launched

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-06-23 11:24:23 UTC

We are delighted to launch our State of Caring 2023 survey, and we would be really grateful for your help in encouraging carers to take part. All the information we get from carers helps us to build a picture of what caring is like at the moment and we are keen to hear from as many different carers as possible.

The State of Caring Survey is the UK’s most comprehensive research into the lives and experience of unpaid carers - 13,400 responses in 2022 (State of Caring 2022 report | Carers UK). We want to understand carers’ priorities for the future and what support they need to help recover from the pandemic, and to create a positive legacy for the future. We will use the evidence to continue to campaign for carers to get better support. We know that our evidence has helped shaped Government policy and has helped commissioners and service delivery organisations look at practice.

We ask that you share our survey with your supporters wherever possible and we appreciate each and every person who takes the time to complete the survey. We would particularly welcome responses from carers from lesser heard communities, such as carers from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds and LGBTQ+ carers.

Together you help us paint a picture of what caring has been like in the last year.

Please share the link here: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/LL729N7

If you have any questions about the research, please get in touch with our policy team by emailing info@carerswales.org

This is a Carers UK survey and is therefore only available in English

Have Your Say - MS Society Cymru and Public Health Wales MS specific Education Programme for Patients in Wales National Survey

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-06-23 11:40:32 UTC

At MS Society Cymru we're working in partnership with Public Health Wales to develop an MS Specific Education Programme for Patients (EPP). The programme will be co-produced with people living with MS in Wales, piloted, evaluated, and then rolled out across Wales.

Public Health Wales have been successfully running free self-management Education Programmes for Patients (EPP) across Wales for a number of years.

Their Education Programmes for Patients helps people to manage the effects of a long-term condition. More information is here - https://phw.nhs.wales/services-and-teams/improvement-cymru/our-work/education-programmes-for-patients/

We'd be really grateful if you could spare 5 minutes to complete this short survey (by the 10th July), as the results will ensure that the MS Specific Education Programme for Patients (EPP) that we develop is relevant to the needs of people living with MS in Wales.

https://forms.office.com/e/FrQeXbGygQ

Best wishes,

MS Society Cymru

Rebalancing Care and Support

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-06-23 11:43:45 UTC

Dear colleague,

Please find attached a briefing paper from WCVA on the new Rebalancing Care and Support consultation.

This paper highlights the key points in Welsh Government’s proposals to make changes to how care and support in Wales is provided and the impact this could have on the sector.

It also gives information about how you can have your say and input into WCVA’s response to this consultation.

How can you get your voice heard?

WCVA will be hosting three free workshop events to gather the sector’s thoughts on this consultation.

· Workshop 1 – 10 July, 10am-12pm: Commissioning and pay – looking at fair wages and potential changes to the commissioning system. See chapters 1 and 2 of the consultation. Book your workshop place here.

· Workshop 2 – 12 July, 10am-12pm: Discussing the duty to promote the voluntary sector, greater and more meaningful coproduction, and proposals for the National Care Service. See chapters 3 and 4 of the consultation. Book your workshop place here.

· Workshop 3 – 12 July, 1pm-3pm: Partnership working – memberships, pooled budgets and joint reporting. See chapter 5 of the consultation. Book your workshop place here.

WCVA has also prepared a survey to give the voluntary sector a chance to have its voice heard by WCVA ahead of preparation of our consultation response. It is vital we hear from as many respondents as possible as part of this process in order to gather a wide range of opinions and evidence.

We’ll use the information we gather from this event & survey in our response to the consultation.

Have Your Say - Regional Equality Survey seeks views on service experiences

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-06-26 09:13:10 UTC

A regional survey has been launched by public sector partners to seek views from people across Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire and Powys about the experiences they, and others may have, when accessing a range of public services from housing to health.

Feedback will inform work around equality from 2024 until 2028 and how people with protected characteristics are affected or treated when accessing services provided by the sector.

The survey focuses on key areas like education, housing, health, crime, leisure and access to the coast and countryside. It asks people to rate their own experiences of these services and their perceptions of the experience that other people in our society may have.

All public bodies have to produce a Strategic Equality Plan setting out how they will ensure services they provide are accessible to all residents and service users irrespective of their age, gender, sexuality, religion or disability.

There are nine protected characteristics set out in the Equality Act 2010. The Equality and Human Rights Commission have published a report called ‘Is Wales Fairer’ (2018) which sets out the state of the nation when looking at the more vulnerable groups in society. The survey uses the key areas listed in the report as a focus.

Each public sector body has a duty to:

Eliminate discrimination, harassment and victimisation
Advance equality of opportunity between people who share a relevant protected characteristic and those who do not
Foster good relations between people who share a protected characteristic and those who do not

Alongside the survey, each region will engage with particular community groups that represent and advocate for some of the less heard groups like LGBTQ or re-settled refugees.

Local authorities along with Powys Teaching Health Board, Hywel Dda University Health Board, Dyfed Powys Police, Mid and West Wales Fire & Rescue Service, Bannau Brycheiniog National Park Authority, Pembrokeshire Coastal National Park Authority and the Police and Crime commissioner, have collaborated to create the survey.

The survey will be live until 30 July 2023. The survey is being hosted on the Carmarthenshire County Council website, which you can follow on the below link:

Strategic Equality Plan Questionnaire gov.wales (Opens in a new tab)
(External link)

Alternatively you can download a hard copy response form. Once complete please email to policy@pembrokeshire.gov.uk or post to Pembrokeshire County Council, Policy & Partnership Team, County Hall, Haverfordwest, SA61 1TP by 30 July 2023.

You can ring us and ask for a paper copy to be posted to you. Telephone: 01437 764551

If you need to get in touch with us or need information in other formats, contact us on 01437 764551 or policy@pembrokeshire.gov.uk
(External link) or Pembrokeshire County Council, Policy and Partnership Team, County Hall, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, SA61 1TP

The ‘Is Wales Fairer’ report is available at: Equality Human Rights (Opens in a new tab)
(External link)

Eitem hon ar gael yn Gymraeg hefyd. This item is also available in Welsh. Cynllun Cydraddoldeb Strategol 2024-28 (Yn agor mewn tab newydd. Opens in a new tab)
(External link).

Message from the new Future Generations Commissioner

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-06-26 09:38:32 UTC

Our Future Focus – The Future Generations Commissioner for Wales

Over the next few months my team and I will be taking the opportunity to refresh our approach to what we do and set new areas of focus for our work.

We are involving people in a number of ways to gather their views including via an online survey and events to gather feedback and ideas to inform Our Future Focus over the next seven years.

Share your views through our survey here. Our Future Focus survey will be live until the 3^rd July 2023.

Community Zone, County Show, Haverfordwest

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-06-26 12:16:13 UTC

The Show is only 2 days this year 16 & 17 August, costs have increased slightly since last year, but we have kept the charge the same.

The cost of a stand (including table, 2 x chairs and 2 x tickets per day, use of WiFi) is £235 or £200 for Full PAVS members. Please see the booking form for more information.

To find out more, please email enquiries@pembrokeshirecommunityhub.org.

NHS 75th anniversary

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-06-26 12:23:34 UTC

As you may be aware, the 75^th Anniversary of the NHS takes place on 5 July of this year.

WCVA has a number of communications ready to celebrate this date, including a video highlighting the positive impact of volunteers on health and care in Wales.

I wondered if you could let me know about any particular comms that your organisation will be doing in relation to the anniversary? WCVA will be happy to promote some of your key messages, and we hope you will share some of ours. Please keep an eye on our social media feeds on 5 July.

Do let me know about any key messages you would like us to promote as soon as you can.

Kind regards.

Dave, WCVA
dcook@wcva.cymru

Have Your Say - Amending the regulations to extend the term of office for the Older People’s Commissioner for Wales from 4 to 7 years

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-06-26 15:52:03 UTC

We would like your views on extending the term of office from 4 years to 7 years.

Wales has four Commissioners who are appointed by the First Minister for Wales. They are supported through similar funding and governance arrangements. The Welsh Language Commissioner, the Children’s Commissioner for Wales and the Future Generations Commissioner are all appointed on a fixed, non-extendable, 7-year term of office.

However, The Older People’s Commissioner for Wales (OPCW) is appointed on a 4-year term of office. There is the possibility of a 2-year extension, but this needs to be agreed with the First Minister and those that represent the views of older people in Wales. Alternatively, the Commissioner may reapply under a competitive process.

For more information on the role of the Older People’s Commissioner for Wales please visit the Commissioner’s website.

The OPCW is appointed in accordance with the following regulations:

We propose that the term of office given to all Welsh Commissioners should be consistent at 7 years. This would allow all four Commissioners the same term of office and therefore the same opportunity to work with the groups of people that they represent and to champion change on their behalf.

To do this, we propose an amendment to the regulations to allow the First Minister to appoint the OPCW for a term of office of 7 years rather than the current term of 4 years. The opportunity to ask the First Minister for an extension of 2 years, or to reapply through a competitive process will also be withdrawn.

The next OPCW is to be appointed by August 2024. We would like to make these changes to the regulations so that the next OPCW can be appointed on a 7-year term of office.

How to respond

Please could you send your views on this consultation to the Older People and Carer’s Team in Welsh Government at olderpeopleandcarers@gov.wales by 12 September 2023.

If you feel unable to provide a response by this date, please contact us as soon as possible.

There a several ways to respond:

complete our online form
download, complete our consultation response form and email it to: olderpeopleandcarers@gov.wales (please include the reference WG47762 in the subject of your email)
download, complete our consultation response form and post to the address stated

Welsh Government - Cyber Resilience: A social care impact

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-06-29 16:00:25 UTC

The Welsh Government with input from the four Welsh Police forces have funded and produced videos showing the real life story of how cyber crime can impact a small social care business. Please see the videos below - it would be appreciated if you could share these wherever you think appropriate.

Welsh: https://youtu.be/6FjEoSHYLyU

English: https://youtu.be/IwJzSe4fmS4

Have Your Say - Bevan Commission Research Opportunity: The future model of health and social care in Wales

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-06-29 16:43:07 UTC

Dear Colleague,

We are looking to understand what health and care professionals think health and care services in Wales should look like in 2050, and how we can achieve this.

Please tell us your thoughts and inform our thinking by completing our short survey: https://forms.office.com/e/8KTtHL6eXC

The deadline for responses is 30th June 2023.

It would be greatly appreciated if you could share this survey with colleagues in health and care as we look to ensure health and care services are fit for the future.

If you have any questions about this survey, please don’t hesitate to get in touch via bevan-commission@swansea.ac.uk.

Have your say on LLAIS: West Wales

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-06-30 10:12:47 UTC

Have your say on LLAIS: W Wales / Dweud eich dweud ar LLAIS: Gn Cymru Tickets, Tue 4 Jul 2023 at 13:30 | Eventbrite

We are inviting you to take part in an important piece of work that is being carried out over the coming weeks, which we hope will be of interest to you.

Llais is an independent statutory body, set up by the Welsh Government to give the people of Wales much more say in the planning and delivery of their health and social care services – locally, regionally and nationally. You can find out more about what we do here.

As part of our recently launched 100 day plan, we want to have a national conversation with people in all parts of Wales, to work with us to help us to develop our vision, mission, and strategic priorities.

We want to invite you to get involved in this ongoing work. We want you to share your views on what you believe needs to happen, and how you can work with us, to make sure our activities mean that your views and experiences are used by decision-makers to plan and deliver better health and social care services.

What you tell us will help us to set out the future direction and priorities for Llais’s work in the years ahead and help to make sure it works for everyone, in all parts of Wales.

Join us on July 4th at 13:30 for a rich discussion on Llais with people from across your region.
Leanda Wynn ( hi & hi - she & her)

swyddog ymgysylltu â’r cyhoedd a’r cleifion/ public and patient engagement officer
Llais Gorllewin Cymru / Llais West Wales

Dweud eich dweud ar LLAIS: Gorllewin Cymru

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-06-30 10:18:09 UTC

Have your say on LLAIS: W Wales / Dweud eich dweud ar LLAIS: Gn Cymru Tickets, Tue 4 Jul 2023 at 13:30 | Eventbrite

Rydym yn eich gwahodd i gymryd rhan mewn darn pwysig o waith sy'n cael ei wneud dros yr wythnosau nesaf, a gobeithiwn y bydd o ddiddordeb i chi.

Mae Llais yn gorff statudol annibynnol, a sefydlwyd gan Lywodraeth Cymru i roi llawer mwy o lais i bobl Cymru wrth gynllunio a darparu eu gwasanaethau iechyd a gofal cymdeithasol - yn lleol, yn rhanbarthol ac yn genedlaethol. Gallwch ddarganfod mwy am yr hyn rydym yn ei wneud yma.

Fel rhan o'n cynllun 100 diwrnod a lansiwyd yn ddiweddar, rydym am gael sgwrs genedlaethol gyda phobl ym mhob rhan o Gymru, i weithio gyda ni i'n helpu i ddatblygu ein gweledigaeth, cenhadaeth a blaenoriaethau strategol.

Hoffem eich gwahodd i gymryd rhan yn y gwaith parhaus hwn. Rydym am i chi rannu eich barn ar yr hyn rydych chi'n credu sydd angen digwydd, a sut y gallwch chi weithio gyda ni, i sicrhau bod ein gweithgareddau'n golygu bod eich barn a'ch profiadau yn cael eu defnyddio gan y rhai sy'n gwneud penderfyniadau i gynllunio a darparu gwasanaethau iechyd a gofal cymdeithasol gwell.

Bydd yr hyn a ddywedwch wrthym yn ein helpu i nodi'r cyfeiriad a'r blaenoriaethau ar gyfer gwaith Llais yn y dyfodol yn y blynyddoedd i ddod a helpu i sicrhau ei fod yn gweithio i bawb, ym mhob rhan o Gymru.

Ymunwch â ni ar 4ydd Gorffennaf am 13:30 i gael trafodaeth gyfoethog ar Llais gyda phobl o bob rhan o'ch rhanbarth.

Pembrokeshire Outdoor Health Project

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-07-03 10:03:15 UTC

The Pembrokeshire Outdoor Health Project is delivered in partnership with activity providers, wellbeing experts and nature organisations with the aim to support the health and wellbeing of the people of Pembrokeshire through nature-based outdoor wellbeing activities.

We connect people to outdoor opportunities by working with activity providers, local clubs and community groups to develop ‘social prescribing’ opportunities for health and social care providers like GP surgeries and health support charities, as well as being accessible by self-referral.

The Outdoor Health programmes are designed to enable people to benefit from spending time in nature, while putting into practice the 5 Ways to Wellbeing:

connect
take notice
learn
give
be active

The current six-week programmes consist of one session per week in a range of woodland and coastal activities, including:

woodcraft
studying flora and fauna
fire lighting
beach art
sea swimming
kayaking
paddleboarding
nature journeys
citizen science projects – for example identifying and reporting interesting or rare species or beach litter surveys

The hope is that people will participate for six weeks, and gain the confidence, skills, and local connections needed to enable them to continue with outdoor activities in the community.

If you are interested in taking part in activities to improve your wellbeing by getting outdoors with like minded people then follow this guide to find out how to get involved.
Pembrokeshire Outdoor Health Project - Pembrokeshire Coastal Forum (PCF)
If you would like to participate then please contact the Pembrokeshire Project Officer so we can find out more about you and explain how we can match you to one of the programmes. Or, if you currently have a councillor or health professional then you can ask them to refer you.

Pembrokeshire Outdoor Health Project Officer:
Matt Lister | 07932 605341 | matt.lister@pembrokeshirecoastalforum.org.uk

Keep Warm, Keep Well in Pembrokeshire Report published by PAVS

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-07-03 10:21:06 UTC

Keep Warm, Keep Well in Pembrokeshire | Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services (pavs.org.uk)

Keep Warm Keep Well (KWKW) in Pembrokeshire was a programme of support established in October 2022 for residents of Pembrokeshire during the cost of living crisis. Therefore, work took place to connect people to local information, support and services to help them throughout the coldest months of the year. Across Pembrokeshire we saw communities and organisations responding to the crisis offering a range of local solutions including Warm Welcome Community Spaces, hot meals, community activities, plus energy, money, and debt advice.

The campaign was led by the Pembrokeshire Community Hub in partnership with Pembrokeshire County Council, Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services (PAVS) and a variety of agencies including Hywel Dda Health Board, Emergency Services, and the Voluntary Sector.

PAVS’s Third Sector Health & Wellbeing Facilitator took a lead developing the programme and facilitating fortnightly steering group meetings, which brought together representatives from a wide range of partner organisations. The steering group reported to the Poverty Working Group led by Pembrokeshire County Council.

PAVS would like to share with you a report on what was delivered as part of the Keep Warm, Keep Well programme and you can access the full report here.

The Keep Warm, Keep Well in Pembrokeshire Steering Group will shortly be reconvening to look at what support is needed to be put in place this coming winter.

Have Your Say - Child Poverty Strategy for Wales

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-07-03 14:10:43 UTC

Welsh Government are consulting on 5 objectives which we think will change the lives of children and young people in poverty:

To reduce costs and maximise the incomes of families.
To create pathways out of poverty.
To support child and family wellbeing, including those with protected characteristics.
To ensure children, young people and their families are treated with dignity and respect by support services.
To ensure effective cross-government working.

To respond, click here Draft Child Poverty Strategy for Wales 2023 | GOV.WALES

PAVS Training coming up

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-07-03 16:05:29 UTC

Training & Events | Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services (pavs.org.uk)

Training coming up. Full details in the link above.

- Dementia Awareness Training

- An Introduction to Safeguarding

- West Wales Infoengine Workshop

- Child Sexual Exploitation Awareness

- Preventing Child Sexual Abuse Workshop

- Train the Trainer (PRACTITIONERS ONLY*)

Save the Teifi Walk - Friday August 11th 2023

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-07-05 10:12:24 UTC

10.30-meet at Llechryd Cricket Club

10.45-welcome from Save the Teifi and a brief explaination of why we are walking

11.00-start walking

11.40-ice cream stop at Siop-y-Pentre, Cilgerran

12.10-ice cream and water stop at Cilgerran Wildlife Park car

1.00-2.30-picnic in St Dogmaels (site to be confirmed) where there will be some 'Singing with Cat' and a information stand about the Dirty Rivers Campaign.

3.30-arrivals on Poppit Sands where there will be:

Sand art with Rachel Shiam (starting from ??. If you get there early, you could help create.)

3.30

4.00

4.30 Story telling from Pamela Gaunt, a local storyteller who breathes life into old and new mythology of our land.

5.00 Performance from the Teifi Valley Ukulele Group. 'Sing along with us or have a go at playing a ukulele, we will bring spares!'

6.00 Poetry from Nemi

6.00 Food available from the Welsh Rebel Kitchen (either on the beach or on the grass behind the Crwst cafe)

7.00 Music from Reel Rebels

7.30 Poetry from Jackie Briggs

8.00 Drumming with Jules

8.30 Dancing...

9.00 Head to a local put for music and song

Shalom House Open Day

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-07-05 17:02:27 UTC

We would love to invite any professional to come along to Shalom House on Wed 12^th July, drop in any time between 10am and 3pm.

If you could please send this out to all I would be grateful – if anyone interested in coming along could please send me a quick email at donnahumphrey@shalomstdavids.org so we can cater for numbers.

MS-UK online Activities

joannehobson2 — 2023-07-07 09:12:57 UTC

Sound campaign launch

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-07-17 10:48:37 UTC

Today is the launch of our new Sound
campaign, which encourages young men in Wales to learn about gender-based violence and ‘sound out’ their relationships, behaviours, and thoughts with each other.

Sound targets men aged 18-34 with engaging and informative content around healthy relationships across social media, podcasts, TV and streaming channels to counteract a narrative shared by some social media influencers promoting ‘ultra-masculine’ views.

Developed with men from a variety of backgrounds across Wales, the campaign has also been informed by perpetrators and survivors of abuse.

The campaign focuses on early intervention, which is one of the priorities in the current Violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence strategy.

Over the next few months, Sound will provide trusted advice, guidance and support around healthy relationships, and we want as many people as possible to see the content.

Please show your support for the campaign in the following ways:

By reading the attached brochure for more campaign info.
By sharing internally with your teams and relevant contacts.
By following the Sound channels (linked below) from your organisation’s accounts
By sharing a piece of content from the Sound channels on your stories / grid / social profiles

Many of you will have been involved in some way in the development of this campaign, and we look forward to working with you to further scale up in the coming months.

Any questions or queries, please get in touch with katie.dowling@gov.wales

SOUND CHANNELS:

Website: www.gov.wales/sound

Instagram: Sound (@soundcymru) | Instagram

TikTok: Iawn / Sound (@soundcymru) | TikTok

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SoundCymru

Partners for the Journey Outreach

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-07-21 16:36:47 UTC

Partners for the Journey, who are a collaboration project between Mind Pembrokeshire and Citizens Advice Pembrokeshire, are undertaking some outreach work.

The National Lottery launch The UK Fund: supporting communities to come together and help make us a better-connected society

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-07-21 16:41:15 UTC

The National Lottery are launching their new strategy "It Starts with Community" and to coincide with that a new UK Fund.
The UK Fund is one of our first significant commitments as part of our new strategy. This funding is designed to support communities to connect in ways that better fit our changing lives. It's an opportunity to rewire the social web. We want to support projects that are ambitious about shifting systems and shaping futures right across the UK.

We’re focusing on three dimensions of connection where we think our funding can have the most impact:

bridging relationships between people with different backgrounds or experiences
help create connections between online and offline worlds.
help make sure people from all backgrounds have opportunities to come together to shape the future of their communities and act on what matters most to them.

We’re holding twice-weekly online gatherings from 17July where you can find out more about The UK Fund, and afterwards book a conversation with us so you can tell us more about your idea for funding. Groups can apply from 4 August onwards. In this first year, we expect to be able to support around 15-20 projects.

If you would like to find out more, read the full programme criteria and how to apply.

Dementia Supportive Communities - What's on list for Pembrokeshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-07-21 17:28:46 UTC

A reminder that Cherry Evans at PAVS sends out a timetable of dementia supportive community events across Pembrokeshire every week. If you would like to be added to the mailing list, contact cherry.evans@pavs.org.uk There is so much going on in Pembrokeshire for people living with dementia and their Carers to get involved with. Something for everyone! Thanks Cherry, staff and volunteers involved in delivering these activities and peer support groups across Pembrokeshire. You are a real asset to our community.

fflecsi Pembrokeshire expansion to launch this summer

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-07-25 13:40:06 UTC

A new fflecsi bus zone that includes Tenby will be launched in time for the summer holidays by Transport for Wales and Pembrokeshire County Council.

As well as covering the popular tourist destinations of Tenby and Saundersfoot, the new demand responsive transport zone will service inland communities as far as Pembroke and Pembroke Dock.

The zone will replace the current 360 and 361 fixed-line services between Tenby and Pembroke Dock, providing a more sustainable and usable service for communities without a regular bus service as well as linking with railway stations.

Pembrokeshire County Council has received £180,000 of grant funding from the Welsh Government Public Transport Improvement Fund to support the expansion.

The recently introduced Dale Peninsula zone will be expanded eastwards beyond Milford Haven, replacing the 308 fixed-line service covering Burton, Llangwm, Hook, Freystrop, Rosemarket and Merlin’s Bridge. The first and last 308 journeys will remain to enable College Students and commuters to continue to travel without the need to book.

The current fflecsi zone has seen significant passenger growth since it replaced the 315 fixed-line service earlier this year.

A revised fflecsi Bwcabus zone will extend to cover Crymych, Llandissilio and Clynderwen, providing improved connections with the 430 fixed-line route between Cardigan and Narberth.

The Bwcabus area previously covering Hayscastle Cross, Castlemorris and Llangloffan will be served by the Northwest Pembrokeshire zone.

From Monday, 24th July the new fflesci zones will be available anytime between 7.30am to 6.30pm, Monday to Saturday. Booking opens from Wednesday, 19^th July via the fflecsi app or by phoning 0300 234 0300.

Cabinet Member for Residents’ Services Cllr Rhys Sinnett said: “The awarding of grant funding to enable the expansion of fflecsi Pembrokeshire services is fantastic news for residents and visitors.

“The existing provision has proven to be very successful in opening up the service to a wider area and providing greater travel options for passengers.

“fflecsi will also enable travel via public transport on a Saturday which has not been available in many areas for some time.”

Lee Robinson, Development Director for Mid, North and Rural Wales at Transport for Wales, said: “fflecsi Pembrokeshire is a fantastic example of how demand responsive transport can transform transport opportunities for rural communities in Wales and I’m delighted to see the service expanding across the county.

“We’re committed to promoting sustainable tourism across Wales and the new zone between Saundersfoot and Pembroke Dock will allow visitors travelling to the area by rail to make their onward journeys using fflecsi.

“The recently introduced Dale Peninsula zone continues to see increased passenger growth and its expansion will allow more communities to benefit from greater connectivity to the wider bus and rail network.”

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Training

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-07-31 13:59:27 UTC

PAVS are hosting a series of three training sessions to demystify the DBS service.

October 11^that 10am, DBS Disclosure Workshop
October 26^th at 1:30, DBS Barring Workshop
November 9^th at 6pm, Demystifying the Disclosure and Barring Service

These sessions will be led by Carol Elland, the regional outreach adviser (Wales) from the Disclosure and Barring Service and are aimed at staff & trustees with overall responsibility for safeguarding and the safe recruitment of staff and volunteers.

To find out more and book a place, click here

Hyfforddiant y Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd (DBS)

Mae PAVS yn cynnal cyfres o dair sesiwn hyfforddi i symleiddio'r gwasanaeth DBS.

Hydref 11eg am 10am, Gweithdy Datgelu DBS
Hydref 26ain am 1:30, Gweithdy Gwahardd DBS
Tachwedd 9fed am 6pm, Symleiddio'r Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd

Bydd y sesiynau hyn yn cael eu harwain gan Carol Elland, y cynghorydd allgymorth rhanbarthol (Cymru) o'r Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd ac maent wedi'u hanelu at staff ac ymddiriedolwyr sydd â chyfrifoldeb cyffredinol dros ddiogelu a recriwtio staff a gwirfoddolwyr yn ddiogel.

I ddarganfod mwy ac archebu lle, cliciwch yma

Have Your Say: Mid and West Wales Violence Against Women, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence Strategy Consultation

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-07-31 14:26:46 UTC

MWW Regional VAWDASV Strategy Consultation

Dear all,

I would like to introduce and ask for your feedback and response to our reviewed Regional Violence Against Women Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence Strategy for Mid and West Wales.

With the reviewed National Violence Against Women Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence (VAWDASV) Strategy, we aim to prioritise delivery for Mid and West Wales while looking to support Welsh Government and their Blueprint approach.

In developing this strategy, we have focused on understanding what works for individuals, families and communities in Mid and West Wales. Whilst it is right that we acknowledge and celebrate our achievements over the last five years, there is still work to be done and our aim is to build on our momentum and progress and to deliver further change and improvements for individuals and families who are experiencing violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence in our communities.

Survivors and stakeholders have prioritised the need to focus on preventative and support services for children and young people and a continued need to raise awareness of violence against women, domestic abuse and sexual violence both with professionals and within our communities. We have listened and these priorities are translated into this strategy.

The challenges we continue to face require us to further strengthen our partnerships to deliver our priorities. This strategy is informed by the needs and experiences of survivors and stakeholders in Mid and West Wales and, whilst it has been developed in the context of Welsh Government’s National Violence against Women, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence Strategy 2022-2026, it reflects regional priorities and aims to deliver improvements for individuals, families and communities of Mid and West Wales.

In light of the above, I would be grateful if you could consider the attached strategy documents and feedback via the link below. I would also appreciate it if you were able to share this consultation widely across your networks and communities. We want to ensure we reach as many people across the region as possible, to enable true scrutiny of the strategy and ensure it reflects the needs and experiences of our regional population. This consultation period will run until Friday the 22^ndSeptember 2023, after which we will consider all feedback before the official launch on the 14^th November. All feedback is gratefully received.

MWW Regional VAWDASV Strategy Consultation

Kindest regards

Natalie

Natalie Hancock

Violence Against Women, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence Regional Adviser

Mid and West Wales

nhancock@carmarthenshire.gov.uk

Macmillan Survey/Arolwg Macmillan

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-08-14 14:25:46 UTC

Macmillan are developing a new strategy and we’d love to invite you, your networks, family and friends to get involved.

We’d like to know:

What concerns you most about cancer now?
What makes you feel hopeful for people with cancer?
If you had your wish, what are the top 2 or 3 things you would like Macmillan to focus on?

Please take a moment to check out what we’re doing and why and take part in our short survey by 25^th August

The link is Transforming Macmillan together | Macmillan Cancer Support (and then click on ‘have your say’)

Active 4 Life Community Collaboration - Hayscastle Community Centre

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-08-14 21:09:51 UTC

Active 4 Life have a brand new community collaboration starting this September at Hayscastle Community Centre!

Commencing on Friday 15^th September and suitable for all levels of fitness 60+ individuals will be given the opportunity to increase their activity levels whilst meeting new people with FREE 60+ Keep Fit sessions.

Within this email marketing information is provided so please do share this far and wide if you feel it will benefit your audience. Attached you will find a marketing poster with all the information and below are the dates Facebook marketing will be released via the Pembrokeshire Leisure Facebook page should you wish to share these. If you wish to print the poster please select fit to printable area when printing to A4.

Facebook - Pembrokeshire Leisure Facebook page

23/08 10AM
30/08 7PM
05/09 10AM
13/09 7PM
06/10 10AM.

Lastly a leaflet drop will be happening in the Hayscastle area from the 28^th August.

If you have any questions then please do get in touch.

Kind regards / Cofion gorau,

Joe Chalmers

60+ Active Leisure Scheme Officer

Older People’s Commissioner for Wales Survey

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-08-17 21:23:59 UTC

The increasing use of digital technology means that the way we access services and information, and the way that we communicate, has changed significantly in recent years.

While this provides many opportunities, the significant number of older people who are not online – estimated to be around a third of people over 75 – are at risk of being left behind and excluded from crucial information and services that support us to age well.

Issues relating to digital exclusion are frequently raised with me by older people, covering everything from booking health appointments to being required to use apps to pay for services such as parking. Other issues highlighted include difficulties accessing services, information and advice, and barriers people who are not online face when trying to make their voices heard.

Do you know an older person who is not online or struggles with technology?

If so, we want to hear about their experiences to better understand the difficulties and barriers older people who are digitally excluded are facing in Wales.

Get in touch here: https://olderpeople.wales/15162/

Many thanks in advance for your support.

Heléna Herklots CBE
Older People’s Commissioner for Wales

Contact information:

Tel: 03442 640 670.

Email: ask@olderpeople.wales

Calling All Unpaid Carers of Individuals with Learning Disabilities in Pembrokeshire!

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-08-17 21:27:29 UTC

Join the 'Seibiant' Project and Enjoy Well-Deserved Respitality Breaks

Are you an unpaid carer dedicated to supporting individuals with Learning Disabilities and complex needs in Pembrokeshire? We have an exciting opportunity just for you! Introducing the 'Seibiant' project, an exciting initiative funded by Welsh Government through Carers Trust Wales’s AMSER grant and delivered by All Wales Forum (AWF) and partners. The project is focused on coordinating flexible short breaks specifically designed to provide respite for carers like you, while accessing the hospitality and leisure industry in Wales.

What is 'Seibiant' all about?

'Seibiant' is set to support family carers of individuals with Learning Disabilities and complex needs experience flexible respite. We understand that your role as a carer can be challenging and demanding. That's why we're committed to offering you rejuvenating short breaks, tailored to meet your needs and preferences. With a minimum of 40+ short breaks planned across Wales, 'Seibiant' aims to make a lasting difference in the lives of carers like you.

How does it work?

At 'Seibiant,' we value collaboration and co-design. We work hand in hand with family carers, using the innovative 'respitality' model, to create short breaks that cater to your specific desires. Through our partnership with local hospitality and leisure services, we ensure that each break is thoughtfully planned and customized to suit your preferences. As a participant, you'll have the opportunity to enjoy up to £500 for your short breaks, to be spent over a maximum of 2 breaks, empowering you to make the most of your respite experiences.

These breaks can be with your cared-for, on your own, or with a partner. The only requirement is that the break is something creative, designed around you, and something you wouldn't be able to access without this project.

What can you expect from your Seibiant break?

The breaks are designed around you - to give you the relaxation and rejuvenation you deserve. You can look forward to overnight stays in comfortable accommodations, exciting group day trips to discover new places and experiences, and even peer group trips that foster connections with fellow carers who understand your journey. We prioritise your well-being and want you to return from each break feeling refreshed, inspired, and ready to continue your invaluable role as a carer.

Join the 'Seibiant' project and make a difference.

By expressing your interest in the 'Seibiant' project, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with our dedicated AWF project coordinator, Nickie Morris. Together, we'll work closely with carer groups, public sector partners, and established hospitality and leisure businesses to co-design and receive the short breaks that best suit your needs. We'll also record the impact of these experiences on carers, ensuring that your voice is heard and your experiences shape the future of respitality in Wales.

Administrative support and financial oversight will be provided by our experienced Forum staff, ensuring transparent allocation and management of your short-break budget.

Express your interest today!

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to prioritize your own well-being as a carer. To express your interest and learn more about how you can participate, please contact Nickie Morris, the Project Coordinator, at E: Nickie@allwalesforum.org.uk. Together, we can make a positive change in the lives of carers in Pembrokeshire.

Take a break, recharge your spirit, and return to your caregiving role with renewed energy.

Active 4 Life Newsletter - Issue 11

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-08-17 21:35:27 UTC

Please see the latest issue of the Active 4 Life newsletter attached which summarises all the recent happenings with the 60+ Active Leisure Scheme across Pembrokeshire.

Feel free to share this with anyone you feel would benefit.

Kind regards / Cofion gorau,

Joe Chalmers

60+ Active Leisure Scheme Officer / Drosodd 60’s Swyddog Gweithredol Hamdden

Pembrokeshire Leisure / Hamdden Sir Benfro

Screening Awareness Training

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-08-17 21:50:31 UTC

Public Health Wales Screening Division are offering free training on the NHS Screening programmes in Wales.
Who is the training for? This training is for key people who work and/or have an active role promoting health and wellbeing at a community level or within the workplace. This training will provide you with the skills and knowledge to: Raise awareness of screening within your community and / or workplace Provide peer support within your community networks Communicate screening information in a way that works for your community Have open conversations about screening with the people you support Support and signpost to resources in accessible formats Take part in engagement opportunities to improve screening services.
What will I learn from the training? There are three modules available which are delivered via Microsoft Teams (MST). The modules will be delivered in Welsh and English. We recommend that you complete the ‘Introduction to Screening’ module first.
Module One - Introduction to Screening (1 hour) This module will provide you with an understanding of: NHS screening in Wales. Why people may or may not take part in screening when invited. How we can overcome barriers to screening. The available resources.
Module Two - Screening Programmes (1 hour) This module will focus on Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm and Diabetic Eye Screening.
Module Three - Cancer Screening Programmes (1 hour) This module will focus on Cervical, Breast and Bowel screening.
Modules two and three will cover: Who is eligible for screening. What tests are offered. What will happen when you take part. What resources are available. What you can do to raise awareness in your community.
The available dates for July, September 2023, are listed in the table below. Please complete and submit the booking form as soon as possible. Please ensure that you choose the course in your preferred language.
Module One - Introduction to Screening Thursday 07/09/2023 Thursday 07/09/2023 | 10:30-11:30 (Welsh) 10:30-11:30 (English)
Module Two - Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm and Diabetic Eye Screening programmes | Thursday 14/09/2023 | 10:30-11:30 (English)
Module Three - Cancer Screening programmes | Thursday 21/09/2023 | 10:30-11:30 (English)

Pembrokeshire Community Support Network

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-08-30 16:54:26 UTC

PAVS are resuming monthly Pembrokeshire Community Support Network meetings in September.

The main aim will be to promote Keep Warm, Keep Well Campaign, with support from the Pembrokeshire Community Hub, as the cost of living crisis continues to impact many.

Definition of PCSN:

“A network of Volunteers, community activists, running Pembrokeshire Community Support Groups, initially in response to Covid 19 but now, supporting through the cost of living and any further crises. The aim of this private group is to support one another and share good practice and experience. We meet online monthly or when necessary."

You are invited to a Zoom meeting.

When: Sep 6, 2023 11:00 AM

https://us02web.zoom.us/.../tZIoce2trzsuH9ZoJYoid60KhB7Js...

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Arthritis - Health, Fitness and Wellbeing group - Strength Academy Wales

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-09-01 12:58:36 UTC

This is just a reminder about the arthritis health, fitness, and wellbeing group at Strength Academy Wales in Haverfordwest High School. It is on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11:30am. This is run by strength Academy Wales, who have secured funding from the National Grid Community Matters Fund to continue these sessions. The sessions are free of charge. For more information or to book your place please visit office@strengthacademy.wales

Safer Communities Awareness Week 2023

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-09-01 13:02:34 UTC

The first ever Safer Communities Awareness Week for Wales is taking place on 18 – 22 September 2023.

Below you will find further information including the schedule for the week, registration details for the daily Lunch & Learn sessions, and how you and your organisation can get involved.

If you have any queries or would like to discuss opportunities to get involved, please contact us at safercommunities@wlga.gov.uk.

Why are the running a Safer Communities Awareness Week?

This year, the Wales Safer Communities Network is hosting its first ever Safer Communities Awareness Week for Wales. The Network is the strategic voice that champions and connects everyone involved in community safety in Wales so they can create safer communities – locally, regionally and nationally.

The Awareness Week is an opportunity to raise the profile of community safety work and highlight some of the innovative work that is taking place across Wales.

If you’d like to submit any case studies/ good practice examples to be shared throughout the week, please do so by emailing us at safercommunities@wlga.gov.uk with the subject line ‘Safer Communities Awareness Week – Case Studies’.

We look forward to celebrating the work that is taking place to make our communities safer across Wales with you!

Schedule of events

Monday 18 September

At the beginning of the Week, we will be publishing our very first Wales Safer Communities Network film in collaboration with a special guest. Stay tuned!

Tuesday 19 September

Lunch & Learn – ‘She Is Not Your Rehab’ Plan International UK/ Girls Rights Collective Wales (13:00-14:00)

We will be running a Lunch & Learn session with Plan International UK/ Girls Rights Collective Wales to introduce the She Is Not Your Rehab visit to Wales from New Zealand at the end of the year. Attend to find out more about the campaign and how you and your organisation can get involved and benefit! Register here.

Wednesday 20 September

Lunch & Learn – Single Unified Safeguarding Review

On Wednesday we will be hosting a Lunch & Learn with the Single Unified Safeguarding Review (SUSR) team, to share progress to date and provide an update following our seminar in December 2022. Attend to find out more about what is to come with this innovative project. Registration will open soon.

Thursday 21 September

Lunch & Learn – Antisocial Behaviour (ASB) in Wales (12:00-13:00)

This Lunch & Learn session will include presentations from the Chair of the All Wales Antisocial Behaviour (ASB) Practitioners Network, and the Head of the Wales Violence Prevention Unit (VPU). Attend to find out more about the Practitioners Network, the key themes and outcomes of the July Conference, forward planning, and ASB “hotspot” areas across Wales and how this relates to Serious Violence. Register here.

Friday 22 September

Members Portal Soft Launch (12:00-13:00)

On the last day of the week, there will be a Soft Launch of the Wales Safer Communities Network Members Portal. Attend to find out more about the Portal and how your organisation can become a member of the Network. Register here.

Please note: All Lunch & Learn sessions will be recorded and saved to our website, if you are unable to attend live.

How can I get involved?

The first ever Safer Communities Awareness Week for Wales is taking place on 18 – 22 September 2023.

Please share the messages of the week widely within your organisations, as well as with your partners, networks and local groups. To aid in this, you can download the bilingual poster below.

Poster

If you are posting about the week on social media, please use the hashtags and tag us!

Hashtags: #SaferCommunitiesAwarenessWeek #SaferCommunities2023 #SCAW23

Tag us: @WalesSaferComms (Twitter) & @WalesSaferCommunitiesNetwork (LinkedIn)

Pembrokeshire Children and Families Network Meeting

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-09-04 11:38:40 UTC

The next Pembrokeshire Children and Families Network Meeting is taking place online via Zoom on Tuesday October 10^th from 10 30 to 12 30.

Sarah Harvey is currently putting the agenda together but you can expect to have updates from the West Wales Domestic Abuse Service, Pembs Cab PWR Project, PCC Poverty Strategy amongst others. If there is time we can go round the room and hear from anyone else that would like to provide updates.

Sarah Harvey is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.

Topic: Pembrokeshire Children and Families Network

Time: Oct 10, 2023 10:30 AM London

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86230417704?pwd=MlZOa3k5Y1FudWk1UVhVNDhyOTI4Zz09

Meeting ID: 862 3041 7704

Passcode: 562226

Sarah Harvey

Pronouns – she/her

Community Connector – Children & Families

Cysylltydd Cymunedol – Plant a Theuluoedd

Mobile 07971 598121

Recruitment for Chair and Honorary Secretary at COPA

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-09-04 11:44:53 UTC

Cymru Older Peoples Alliance (COPA) are undertaking a recruitment exercise to appoint both a new Chair and an Honorary Secretary.

COPA would like to invite any individuals who may be interested in becoming Chair of our Board to contact us. Attached is a recruitment notice which explains what we are looking for, together with a more detailed Recruitment Pack. The deadline for applications is 15 November 2023. We are aiming for the successful candidate to become Chair of COPA by April 2024.

COPA have also decided that they should hold a competitive recruitment exercise to fill the role of Honorary Secretary. This is a new and revised post to provide support to the Board in translating agreed policy objectives into practical and effective action. This is an opportunity to work at the heart of a small charity and play a leading role in how it is administered and managed for the benefit of older people in Wales. The deadline for applications is 15 November with interviews anticipated in January 2024. Details are included in the attached Recruitment Notice.

Could we ask that you circulate these papers to your networks please? If anyone wants to discuss these opportunities, they should contact the current Chair – who also acts as the Hon. Secretary – Steve Milsom at Cymru.older.peoples.alliance@gmail.com to arrange a discussion.

Cofion cynnes,

Rachel Dawson, on behalf of COPA.

Have Your Say : Carers Breaks

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-09-04 12:59:00 UTC

We are inviting all Unpaid Carers in Pembrokeshire to take part in a short survey. We would like to hear your views on your current experience of accessing breaks from caring and to capture your suggestions & ideas to help shape Short Breaks for Carers in Pembrokeshire going forwards.

A break for some may be something small such as an hour to attend an appointment or for others may be a week or fortnight away. It is recognised that Carers do not always want to be separated from the person they care for when taking a break.

We would be grateful if you could please spare a few minutes to complete the following short survey.

For a 1:1 conversation, please get in touch by either email or telephone – carersatpembrokeshire@pembrokeshire.gov.uk
(External link) or 01437 775775.

Your personal data and responses will be kept in strict confidence in accordance with our privacy notice and you will not be identifiable in any published results.

Responses are required by midnight on Sunday 17^th September 2023 please.

Pembrokeshire Community Support Network (PCSN) restarts

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-09-04 13:07:12 UTC

PAVS are resuming the Pembrokeshire Community Support Network.

The PCSN is a network of volunteers and community activists running Pembrokeshire Community Support Groups, initially in response to COVID 19 but now supporting people in their community through the cost of living and any other crises. The aim of this private group is to support one another and share good practice, knowledge and experiences. It is also an opportunity for PAVS to pass on information that we hope will be useful. We meet online monthly or when necessary.

To join the PCSN contact

Gwyneth Jones

Connected Communities Project Manager/Rheolwr Prosiect Cymunedau Cysylltiedig

Tel/Ffon

07595192932

Community Hub Phone: 01437 723660

Community Hub Email: enquiries@pembrokeshirecommunityhub.org

Transport for Unpaid Carers

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-09-04 14:07:16 UTC

Pembrokeshire Association of Community Transport Organisations (PACTO) has been awarded funding from Pembrokeshire County Council to enhance community transport services for unpaid carers in Pembrokeshire over the coming year.

We are delighted to confirm that, from 1 July 2023, unpaid carers will travel free of charge on the Pembrokeshire Country Cars service, when they travel with the person that they care for. Unpaid carers will also be entitled to additional journeys on the service, which is usually limited to one journey per week. Pembrokeshire Country Cars is run by Royal Voluntary Service volunteers. For more information, please contact Simon Rickard on 07585 997091 or pembshub@royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk or visit https://www.pacto.org.uk/country_cars.php .

Please note, unpaid carers will need to show a valid Pembrokeshire Carer's Recognition Card or Pembrokeshire Young Carers ID Card to benefit from this offer. To register for these, please contact:

Adult Carers’ Recognition Card – Pembrokeshire Carers Information & Support Service on Tel: 01437 611022 / Email: pciss@adferiad.org
Young Carers ID Card – Action for Children on Tel: 01437 761330

If carers are aged under 18, they must be accompanied on the journey by an adult.

PACTO is also exploring opportunities to improve information for carers about transport options in Pembrokeshire, and to address Young Carers' transport issues.

Meet the buyer event - Carers (Hospital) Discharge Support Service and Carers Community Outreach Discharge Support Service

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-09-04 15:31:49 UTC

Hywel Dda University Health Board will be inviting organisations to tender for the delivery of Carers (Hospital) Discharge Support Service and Carers Community Outreach Discharge Support Service in Hywel Dda area for the period of 1 April 2024 – 31 March 2025 and potentially until 31 March 2026 to 2027. If you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity please come along to the Meet the Buyer meeting on Thursday, 7^th September from 10:00 to 11:30 at Glien House, Johnstown, Carmarthen.

Please email CarersTeam.hdd@wales.nhs.uk to register your interest and to receive a meeting invite.

Thank you.

Community Transport Transformation Project

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-09-06 11:04:56 UTC

PACTO has received a significant three year investment to review, transform and expand community transport services in Pembrokeshire, and to better connect passengers with disabilities and additional mobility needs with the support they need to travel.

We are now recruiting a team of committed and resourceful staff to join us on this journey. Watch this space! :-)

Smoking Cessation Team, Hywel Dda

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-09-07 14:18:01 UTC

Ffurflen ar-lein / Online form - Smokers Clinic Referral Form

Ffoniwch / Telephone 0300 303 9652

Ebost / Email: Smokers.clinic@wales.nhs.uk

Smoking and well-being team - Hywel Dda University Health Board (nhs.wales)

Rural Health and Care Wales Conference

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-09-11 13:12:46 UTC

14 & 15 November, 2023

Embracing Change - welcoming innovation
and new ways of delivering Rural Health
and Care services

Booking for this year’s hybrid Rural Health and Care Conference is now open, via the following link:

Cynhadledd Iechyd a Gofal Gwledig Cymru 2023 Rural Health and Care Wales Conference | Rural Health and Care Wales

The link also provides an option to book your place at the Mid Wales Joint Committee’s Autumn meeting (4.30pm – 6.30pm, 14^th November 2023).

Come and Celebrate World Mental Health Day

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-09-11 15:14:21 UTC

We would like to invite you to Come and Celebrate World Mental Health Day with us on Tuesday 10th October. It will be an exciting and informative day which will include speakers, information stalls, workshops, and time to connect and chat.

Please feel free to share the posters with your colleagues and please remember to email julie@wwamh.org.uk to reserve a place (and for catering purposes).

We look forward to hearing from you. Many thanks.

With Best Wishes

Julie

Julie Edwards
Project Worker

Mobile: 07908 959671
West Wales Action for Mental Health

The Mount
18 Queen Street
Carmarthen

Carms

SA31 1JT

Job vacancies in the Third Sector in Pembrokeshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-09-11 16:36:21 UTC

Employment with PAVS | Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services

Check out this webpage for a list of some of the third sector job vacancies currently being advertised in Pembrokeshire.

8 Weeks of Wellbeing, free courses in October

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-09-11 18:04:28 UTC

Hello,

We will be running our popular '8 Weeks of Wellbeing' course in 2 venues from October and welcome adults of all ages. This is a free course and groups are limited to 12, so we invite people to register in good time to ensure their place. Due to the limit on numbers, participants will need to book their place.

On Thursday evenings from October 19th, we will be running a group in Stopio in Narberth between 6pm and 8pm, and on Friday mornings from October 20th, we will be in Mind Carmarthen between 10.30am and 12.30pm.

I'd be grateful if you could share details of these groups with your contacts. My details are on the flyer for anyone who would like to know more or book.

Many thanks

Kate

Kate Rastall

Mums Matter & 8 Weeks of Wellbeing

Mind Pembrokeshire

Tel: 07956 835144/01437 769982

Email: kate@mindpembrokeshire.org.uk

Pembrokeshire Local Food Partnership News & events

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-09-12 10:18:38 UTC

PLANED, PAVS and Pembrokeshire County Council are working together to bring you a Local Food Partnership for Pembrokeshire.

The objectives are to build resilience into local food networks through greater coordination of food related activities, creating a more sustainable local system and aiming to tackle the root causes of food poverty.

Welsh Government via the WLGA, have made funding available to support joint working between local authorities and community partners, to develop cross-sector food partnerships and strengthen existing food partnerships in the region.

PLFP | WCFD (communityfood.wales)

To encourage development in this area in Pembrokeshire, a Local Food Development Grant will be launched by PLANED this month. As well as a face to face event in Llanteg on 22^nd September, there is also an online Q&A about the grant at 10am. Email sue.latham@planed.org.uk for the meeting link.

West Wales Carers Development Group publishes Annual Report 2022-2023

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-09-12 14:03:44 UTC

The West Wales Carers Development Group (WWCDG) are a formal sub-group of the West Wales Regional Partnership Board (RPB). The group includes representatives of health board, the three local authorities, third and voluntary sector organisations, service users and carers in West Wales. The group is currently chaired by Anna Bird, Hywel Dda UHB (vice chair Sophie Buckley, PAVS).

The WWCDG work together to utilise the carers funding provided by Welsh Government. The funding is used to ensure that carers priorities are embedded in services in line with the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014.

You can view the latest WWCDG Annual Report by clicking here. For a Welsh version, please click here.

Hywel Dda Be Well Service

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-09-12 16:13:59 UTC

Findings from the 2023 Annual Child & Family Poverty Survey

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-09-12 16:28:10 UTC

Please join us for this free to attend webinar where you will hear key findings from the Children in Wales Annual Child and Family Poverty Survey Report.

Now in its 7th year, the surveys seek to gain more understanding of the facts and lived experiences behind the figures, and the impact poverty has on children, young people and their families. Crucially, the surveys allow children, young people, practitioners and professionals to share their views and experiences of poverty in Wales and to highlight the issues that are being faced right now, on a daily basis.

This year's report will be launched directly after the webinar on 5 October 2023, so book your place now to hear the findings ahead of publication.

Two specialist domestic abuse agencies awarded Pembrokeshire Domestic Abuse Contract

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-09-12 20:35:18 UTC

Pembrokeshire County Council recently tendered for the provision of VAWDASV Housing Related Support (Accommodation and Community Based).

Calan DVS and Threshold DAS were successfully awarded the contract to deliver these services.

Calan DVS and Threshold DAS is a partnership of 2 well-established specialist domestics abuse agencies who have 110+ years combined experience within the VAWDASV Sector, both agencies have collaborated to form Pembrokeshire Domestic Abuse Service (DAS).

Pembrokeshire DAS are dedicated to ensuring that all service-users are empowered to exercise maximum choice/control over their lives and the support they receive. The trauma-informed service will always be led by the needs and wishes of victims/survivors whilst keeping safety and understanding of risk paramount.

The service will support victims, survivors and perpetrators (community only) with varying levels of need including those with higher and more complex needs.

This includes:
•Providing advice, information, guidance, practical and emotional support;
•Carrying out Assessment (needs and risk);
•Delivering tailored individual support;
•Providing tailored educational support;
•Delivering one-to-one support, based on an assessment of needs;
•Delivery group work programmes;
•Providing a platform for peer support;
•Signposting to appropriate positive activities;

In addition to the aforementioned services, Pembrokeshire DAS, as a partnership, will deliver a wide range of additional specialist DVA support services, programmes and interventions which will further support those accessing our accommodation and community support, these include:
•Own My Life/Voice - Female recovery programmes.
•Compass - Male victim recovery programme.
•Myriad - LGBTQ+ victim recovery programme.
•Specialist support for children and young people.
•Education and training for service users, communities, agencies and professionals.
•Perpetrator programmes.
•Sexual Violence support/counselling.

To find out more about the service please contact: enquiries@calandvs.org.uk

Pelvic Health Information Hub

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-09-19 13:50:56 UTC

Lots of us, whatever our age or gender, have pelvic health problems – living with those problems is difficult.

Our pelvic health and wellbeing hub includes information about medical treatment for conditions related to
 Bladder
 Bowel
 Endometriosis
 Menopause

There is also
 Practical advice to help you with your symptoms
 Links to resources that can help with your general
wellbeing

For more info click here

https://hduhb.nhs.wales/healthcare/services-and-teams/pelvic-health/

Carers and older people urged to ‘Have Your Say’ and enter into prize draw

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-09-20 08:32:32 UTC

The Have Your Say portal is a great way to let Pembrokeshire County Council know your views and getting involved this month includes the chance to win some fantastic prizes.

Unpaid Carers in Pembrokeshire are being invited to take part in a short survey about their experiences of accessing breaks from caring.

Suggestions and ideas put forward to Short Breaks for Carers in Pembrokeshire survey (opens in new tab) will help shape ideas in the future.

The survey will add to the views already gathered through conversations with carers in recent months, including at the County Show in August.

Carers Champion Cllr Mike James said: “Carers are a lifeline for many families and their views are important to how we best support them in the future.”

If you would rather speak to someone directly you are welcome to email carersatpembrokeshire@pembrokeshire.gov.uk or call 01437 775775.

People are also being asked if they feel their local communities are Age Friendly (opens in new tab).

“As we grow older, we often spend more time in our homes and communities, and our environment has a significant impact on our health, wellbeing and the quality of our lives

“Your experience and views are important, they will help us better understand what older people need to remain independent and have access to the services and activities they want,” said Cllr Simon Hancock, Age Friendly Champion.

For further information please email sarah.hagin@pembrokeshire.gov.uk or call 01437 775472.

Taking part in either of these surveys includes the chance of submitting an entry into a raffle, supported by Pembrokeshire Supported Employment Programme.

Prizes up for grabs include a picnic bench made by people involved with Local Authority based enterprise Norman Industries, local produce hamper or Afternoon Tea at Scolton Manor café.

The supported employment programme employs more than 75 people with a disability or work limiting health condition.

It helps increase independence and self-esteem in supported work based settings including Norman Industries, a craft workshop, a shop and café at Scolton Manor, as well as a number of other opportunities.

Much more can be discovered by visiting the Access Pembrokeshire website (opens in new tab).

The raffle draw will be held on 1^st October, which is International Older Person’s day.

Should you choose to enter your personal data will be kept in strict confidence in accordance with our privacy notice and you will not be identifiable in any published results.

Feedback

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-09-24 22:48:07 UTC

PAVS would appreciate receiving feedback from you on the information you receive in this newsletter.

https://forms.gle/25t9dd5wSJDrSZvLA

Please take a moment to complete 2 short questions for us.

Thanks in advance for your help.

Transport - Fflecsi bus Update

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-09-24 23:14:40 UTC

Please Note:

Service 308 (Haverfordwest- Llangwm- Burton circular) is changing.

From Monday 24th July, the 308 service will be replaced with Fflecsi Pembrokeshire. Instead of operating a fixed route and a set timetable, Fflecsi operates within a set zone and is available anytime between 7.30am and 6.30pm (Monday to Saturday).

The first and last journeys on the 308 will still operate so that commuters and College students can continue as they currently do.

From Wednesday 19th July, customers can start booking the new service. Customers can book by downloading the Fflecsi App from the App Store or Play Store. Alternatively you can book by phoning 0300 234 0300 (Mon-Sat: 7am – 7pm/Sun: 9am – 6pm).

Please Note:

Services 360 (Pembroke Dock- Carew- St Florence- Tenby) and 361 (Pembroke Dock – Carew – Broadmoor – Kilgetty)

are changing.

From Monday 24th July, these services will be replaced with Fflecsi Pembrokeshire. Instead of operating a fixed route and a set timetable, Fflecsi operates within a set zone and is available anytime between 7.30am and 6.30pm (Monday to Saturday).

World Mental Health Day Programme

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-10-03 14:10:15 UTC

World Mental Health Day Programme
10^th October 2023
St Peter’s Civic Hall, Carmarthen

Theme: Celebrating and promoting the work of local community groups

10am - 10.15am - Arrival and registrations

10.20am -10.40am Welcome & Introductions – Angie Darlington

10.40am - 11.05am Dyfodol Ni - Ruth Pilcher
11.05am - 11.30am Links - Michele Rees & Jourdan Perry
11.30am - 11.45am BREAK
11.45am - 12.10pm HUTS - Kathryn Horton
12.10pm - 12.35pm Clynfyw Care Farm and Kinora - Paul Phillips & Gary Yeoman
12.35pm - 1.00pm Arts Care incl. Hospital In-Reach service – Chris Ryan

1.00pm - 1.05pm Conclusions and Thank You

1.05pm - 1.45pm Lunch (Catering by Espresso Yourself, Carmarthen)
1.45pm - 3pm Workshops (to run simultaneously)
Workshop 1 – Arts Care Gofal Celf – Arts & Crafts (main hall)
Workshop 2 – Arts Care Gofal Celf – Arts & Crafts (main hall)
Workshop 3 - Relaxation Workshop (CAVS Building)
Workshop 4 - Tai Chi (CAVS Building)
Workshop 5 - Adventures in Sound (CAVS Building)
PAPYRUS Carmarthen HOPEWALK is an opportunity to spread the message of HOPE throughout your community that there is help for those who struggle with suicidal thoughts. A gentle stroll Carmarthen Town Centre is planned. While we walk, it is hoped that we can give out Hope cards, with HOPELINE 247’s number to raise awareness.

Note: Throughout the day there will be a quiet/time-out space in the committee room at St. Peter’s Hall.

Outdoor Connections Fund – Round 4, 2023 – Funding Opportunity!!

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-10-03 18:33:42 UTC

Dear All,

We are pleased to launch the Outdoor Connections Fund!

Deadline: Monday 27^th November 2023

Funds must be spent by: 31^st March 2024

Contact PAVS for the application pack by email development@pavs.org.uk, download from the Funding Advice Service Padlet or call PAVS on (07977) 358 752.

Bevan Commission: engagement events

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-10-03 22:53:53 UTC

The Bevan Commission, has asked us to share details of a series of face to face engagement events that are taking place across Wales this autumn, inviting members of the public to have your say about Health and Social Care Services in Wales.

Please see the flyers attached and the dates below, along with details and links about how you can book your free place.

Event information in our area

The Halliwell Conference Centre
Carmarthen: 10 October 2023. 1030-1300
Eventbrite link: Conversation with the Public: Carmarthen Tickets, Tue 10 Oct 2023 at 10:30 | Eventbrite

Online (Zoom)
7 November 2023. 1800-2030
Eventbrite link: Conversation with the Public: National Online Conversation Tickets, Tue 7 Nov 2023 at 18:00 | Eventbrite

Link to all events in Wales
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/bevan-commission-conversation-with-the-public-2590309?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=creatorshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=odclsxcollection&utm-source=cp&aff=escb

If you would like any further information, or have any questions, please contact The Bevan Commission.

Pembrokeshire Funding Fair 2023

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-10-04 00:10:56 UTC

Tuesday 7^th November from 11am – 3pm

Queens Hall, Narberth

Four years on from our last in-person Funding Fair, PAVS will be giving groups the chance to discuss funding opportunities with local and national funders at the Pembrokeshire Funding Fair 2023!

If you represent a voluntary, community group, social enterprise or town/ community council then come along for networking, discussions with funders and presentations from funders on current funding topics.

Book now on Luma, link here (opens external link)!

Now live : Pembrokeshire Conflict Resolution Service tender

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-10-04 00:19:57 UTC

Good afternoon all.

I am emailing you to advise you that we have now published our Conflict Resolution Service tender. The deadline for submissions is 14:00 on Monday 30^th October 2023.

Links to the advert on Sell2Wales and the tender documentation on eTenderWales are below:

Advert - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP452052- Reference No: SEP452052

Tender Documents - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=SEP452052- Reference No: SEP452052

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Best wishes,

Mitch

Mitch Parsons

Commissioning & Contracts Management Officer - Housing Support Grant

Swyddog Comisiynu a Rheoli Cytundebau - Grant Cymorth Tai

Pembrokeshire County Council / Cyngor Sir Penfro

Tel. 01437 776339

Email: mitchell.parsons@pembrokeshire.gov.uk

Web: PCC Housing Support Grant

Online Engagement Session - Sesiwn Ymgysylltu Ar-lein - 05/10/2023

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-10-04 22:18:15 UTC

Over the next few months Pembrokeshire County Council and Hywel Dda University Health Board will be re-commissioning third sector services providing information, support & outreach to unpaid carers. We are inviting unpaid carers & all of our partners and colleagues working with unpaid carers to share your views on the service available to adult unpaid carers (age 18+) in Pembrokeshire. We would be grateful if you can help us to understand what is most important to you when accessing, or supporting someone to access, information and support on caring in Pembrokeshire. Your feedback will help shape the development of our service specification.

You can be involved by joining our Microsoft Teams online engagement session on Thursday 5^th October 2023 any time between 10:30am and 12:30pm using the following link - Join conversation (microsoft.com)

Alternatively, you can share your views in writing by emailing carersatpembrokeshire@pembrokeshire.gov.uk

Kind regards

Karen Butler & Emma Anderson

Commissioning & Contract Management Officers – Unpaid Carers’ Services, Pembrokeshire County Council

Citizens Advice Pembrokeshire - AGM 2023

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-10-05 11:07:29 UTC

Annual General Meeting Agenda

6^th November 2023

Haverhub, Quay Street, Haverfordwest

2.30 pm start

1. Welcome by CEO

2. Introduction by Chair

3. Apologies

4. Minutes of previous AGM

5. Matters arising

6. Chair’s report (verbal)

7. Presentation of Annual Report

8. Presentation of Annual Accounts

9. Election of Trustees

10. Appointment of Independent Financial Examiners

11. AOB

12. Guest Speaker – Sean O’Neill, Policy Director, Children in Wales.

13. Vote of Thanks

If you will be attending, please contact joy.church@pembscab.org

Active 4 Life Newsletter

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-10-05 14:12:10 UTC

Please see the latest issue of the Active 4 Life newsletter attached which summarises all the recent happenings with the 60+ Active Leisure Scheme, ‘Active 4 Life’ across Pembrokeshire. Feel free to share this with anyone you feel would benefit.

Preseli Cares Development Group Meeting

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-10-06 15:33:19 UTC

Monday 9^th October 2023

10.30- 12.30 yn/at Yr Hen Ysgol /Old School, Dinas Cross, SA42 0XB

On main A487 Newport to Fishguard Road

Garn Fawr Meeting Room

AGENDA

Today's session will be a workshop to create co-ordinated options for short breaks for carers in Preseli Area

Croeso a Chyflwyniadau / Welcome, introductions

10.30-11.30

Introductions - new attendees

· Actions from last meeting

· Newport Food Festival – Preseli Cares Sponsorship

· Information about Free Training – Engaging with Older People How to handle those `It’s not really or me` conversations

· Digital Heroes training for Younger Volunteers sharing – digital skills

· PAVS AGM 13^th October

11.00-12.15

Group Discussion/Workshop Unpaid Carers

Developing Support for Unpaid Carers in Preseli Area – Workshop
Short Breaks for Carers Grant Funding Applications
Well Being Plans – Unpaid Carers

12.15 -12.30

AOB

Bowel Screening in Wales is expanding!

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-10-06 20:50:04 UTC

From October 2023, people aged 51-54 will automatically start to receive a free NHS bowel screening test kit every two years.

People aged 55-74 are already eligible for bowel screening.

Don’t ignore your free test kit when you receive it – it could save your life .

Find out more :
https://ow.ly/6VQ550PSGwf

Online Hate Crime Webinar

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-10-06 20:57:30 UTC

Carers Fund deadline

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-10-09 15:39:51 UTC

Time Out for Carers Fund – Deadline Monday 16^th October

The application window for support from the Time Out for Carers Fund is now open. The Time Out for Carers Fund will offer revenue funding of up to £3,000 for projects offering short breaks to unpaid carers in Pembrokeshire until March 2024.

The fund aims to increase the availability and accessibility of short breaks and support projects by offering unpaid carers in Pembrokeshire a personalised break by funding the voluntary community sector and Town/ Community Councils to develop creative ideas to support carers to take a break from caring.

Application packs from the PAVS Funding Advice Service Padlet can be downloaded here.

Have Your Say on NHS or social care services in Wales

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-10-16 08:17:29 UTC

Do you use NHS or social care services in Wales?

If you do, you can help us make them better for everyone by having your say

Llais is the national, independent body set up by the Welsh Government to give the people of Wales a stronger voice in their health and social care services.

What we do

We’re here to make sure the public views and experiences are used by decision-makers to plan and deliver better health and social care services.

Your local Llais team gather your experiences – good and bad – of health and social care services and provide support to make complaints.

Then they work with local NHS and social care services providers to respond to the things that matter most to people in the communities they serve.

Because we’re a statutory body, NHS organisations, local authorities and third sector care providers have to listen.

Have your say

We want to hear from people in all the diverse communities of Wales, especially those whose voices are not always heard.

There are lots of ways to have your say:

tell us your story – there’s a 5-minute general feedback forms you can fill in
get support to make a complaint
get advice or information on your local services and how to access them
attend one of our regular local events
we can visit you wherever you’re receiving your health or social care service.

Be part of something important

We’re here to make sure people’s views and experiences help to make health and social care services better for everyone.

To find out more about Llais and how you can get involved in improving health and social care in Wales with us, please contact westwalesenquiries@llaiscymru.org Telephone 01646 697610

Invitation to all community groups and organisations, large or small!

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-10-16 08:32:17 UTC

Please join us on Wednesday 25^th October 9:00 – 13:30 for an in-person workshop at HaverHub including refreshments and lunch. The workshop will be a great chance to meet others, to reflect and to look at some of the challenges we face in Pembrokeshire and the opportunities to tackle these.

To find out more and to join click here

Day Opportunities Service October 2023 Newsletter

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-10-17 21:52:31 UTC

Good Morning

Please see the link below for our latest addition to our newsletters.

Close to £1 million boost for Community Transport in Pembrokeshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-10-20 08:53:19 UTC

We are excited to be able to announce today that Pembrokeshire Association of Community Transport Organisations (PACTO) has been awarded a grant of nearly £1 million over three years from the Motability Foundation to transform community transport in Pembrokeshire.

More information about the project is on our website here: https://www.pacto.org.uk/TransformationProject.php

PACTO are looking forward to working with community transport operators and partners from across Pembrokeshire and beyond over the coming three years to make a huge and lasting difference for our passengers and communities. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for us all.

Have Your Say: White Paper on ending homelessness in Wales

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-10-20 11:51:48 UTC

Welsh Government are seeking your views on proposals for changes to policy and the law, to end homelessness in Wales.

Welsh Government are consulting on:

reform of existing core homelessness legislation
the role of the Welsh public service in preventing homelessness
targeted proposals to prevent homelessness for those disproportionately affected
access to housing
implementation

Submit your comments by 16 January 2024, in any of the following ways:

ONLINE FORM

Respond online

Download the response form.

Complete and return to: HomelessnessLegislationReform@gov.wales

POST

Download the response form.

Complete and return to:

Homelessness Prevention Legislation Team
Welsh Government
Cathays Park
Cardiff
CF10 3NQ

Reframing Anti-Social Behaviour: A review of homelessness prevention good practice in Wales

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-10-23 09:49:09 UTC

A free seminar sponsored by the Oak Foundation

Thursday 9 November 2023

Our new Shelter Cymru report, Reframing Anti-Social Behaviour: a review of homelessness prevention good practice in Wales, explores the circumstances which lead to eviction for anti-social behaviour (ASB) from social housing in Wales, as well as the current policies and procedures of social landlords.

The label of anti-social behaviour can be a debilitating stigma and one that sticks. This session will explore the umbrella definitions we apply to ASB, and how we can meet the support needs of those deemed to be ‘anti-social’ while learning from existing practices in preventing evictions, and build towards stronger and more inclusive communities across Wales.
Summary - Reframing Anti-Social Behaviour: A review of homelessness prevention good practice in Wales (cvent.com)

Good Practice Exchange: Conversation Session with Jill Davies of CEIC

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-10-23 09:52:02 UTC

Something Interesting with Someone Interesting

Have you heard of the Circular Economy, but want to learn more?

If so, we have something interesting with someone interesting for you!

Jill Davies of Circular Economy Innovation Communities (CEIC) will be presenting CEIS's work over the past few years to develop innovation knowledge and skills among Welsh businesses to support clean growth and a sustainable future for Wales.

CEIC bring together organisations from all sectors in South Wales to work towards a more sustainable future through collaborative innovation networks. In partnership with third sector and business partners, CEIC’s fully-funded programme aims to develop the understanding of the circular economy and encourage innovation plans to be sustainable.

Holding extended programmes to tackle real world issues using sustainable and circular economy principles, CEIC facilitate the creation of communities of practice to share ideas, inspire and develop knowledge. By bringing a diverse group of people together, CEIC seek to encourage the development of innovation plans that will encourage further investment and drive tangible change.

Where and when

12:00 – 13:00

Thursday 9 November 2023

Zoom

Register

To register for the session please complete our online booking form [opens in new window]. We have a delegate privacy notice [opens in new window], telling you how we deal with your personal data as part of the registration process.

Joining instructions are circulated 1-2 days before the event. Please ensure you provide your email address when booking a place to ensure that we can send information to you.

For further information on the event, please email good.practice@audit.wales

A series of hybrid discovery sessions on Human Learning Systems (HLS)

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-10-23 09:53:36 UTC

REGISTER HERE
Q Lab Cymru in partnership with the Centre for Public Impact, are excited to host a series of discovery workshops for individuals, communities and professionals across Wales to come together to discuss what this approach might mean in practice at local and national levels. We will connect, share our experience, and hear from Professor Toby Lowe.
Discovery Session 1 | Introducing HLS concepts: Wednesday 8 November 2023 Discovery Session 2 | Learning Cycles at different System Scales: Wednesday 13 December 2023
Discovery Session 3 | Deep dive into topic areas: Tuesday 23 January 2023 Join us for one or all three discovery sessions where we’ll have the opportunity to meet together in-person in a community venue across Wales, alongside the virtual option. REGISTER HERE Please save the dates and help to spread the word across your networks. This short animation offers a fantastic overview of the HLS approach.

Strategic Equality Plan 2024 – 2028

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-10-27 10:05:39 UTC

A regional survey was recently carried out by public sector partners to seek views from residents across Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, and Pembrokeshire about the experiences they, and others may have, when trying to access a range of public services from housing to health. From these results we have produced four equality objectives that will help us to ensure services are provided and accessible to all residents and service users irrespective of their age, gender, sexuality, religion, language preference or disability and that we eliminate unlawful discrimination. A Strategic Equality Plan for 2024-2028 will be produced, showing how we will achieve our equality objectives.

We would like to ask for your views on whether the equality objectives will contribute to meeting your needs and what else you think we should do. All data will be held in accordance with our Information governance policy and the Data Protection Act.

You can access the survey in alternative languages from the drop-down list at the top of the survey.

Thank you for taking the time to complete this survey.

Strategic Equality Plan Survey

Diversity and Inclusion Team

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Have Your Say - Ramps Cymru Event Torch Theatre

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-11-01 14:40:23 UTC

State of Caring 2023 - Health Report

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-11-02 14:59:02 UTC

Carers UK has today released new research - our State of Caring Health Report - as part of our State of Caring research series which finds that a widespread lack of support and recognition from health and care services is severely damaging unpaid carers' mental health.

It highlights how people caring round the clock for older, disabled or seriously ill relatives do not have adequate support from statutory services that are in place to help them - leaving many with thoughts of hopelessness, fear, and dread, and urgently in need of support.

Although we know there is good practice and many professionals are working hard to support unpaid carers, the health and care system is under strain and doesn't provide the help or recognition that carers need it to.

Based on findings from our State of Caring 2023 survey, responded to by over 11,000 carers, the research shows that:

More than a quarter (27%) of unpaid carers have bad or very bad mental health, rising to 31% of those caring for more than 50 hours a week, or for over 10 years.
84% of carers whose mental health is bad or very bad have continuous low mood, 82% have feelings of hopelessness, and 71% regularly feel tearful.
68% of carers with bad or very bad mental health are living with a sense of fear or dread.
More than three quarters of all carers (79%) feel stressed or anxious, half (49%) feel depressed and half (50%) feel lonely.
65% of carers agreed that the increase in the cost of living was having a negative impact on their physical and/or mental health.
Despite feeling they are at breaking point, nearly three quarters (73%) of carers with bad or very bad mental health are continuing to provide care.
Most worryingly, over a third (36%) of those who reported their mental health as bad or very bad said they have had thoughts related to self-harm or suicide.

Not being able to access the support they need is taking its toll on unpaid carers, many of whom are worn out and exhausted. Far too many carers are having to wait long periods for health treatment - or putting it off because of the demands of their caring role; are unable to rely on fragmented social care services to support with caring, and are struggling financially because they cannot earn a higher income.

Next PAVS Connected Communities Speed Network

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-11-02 15:17:17 UTC

Following our recent poll, and a request for a face-to- face meeting, the next Speed Network will be at the Queen’s hall in Narberth 2-4pm, 16 November 23.

It will be on the second floor, Studio 1.

The room being lift accessible from all floors.

Refreshments provided.

There is a pay & display car park at the rear of the hall.

https://www.google.com/maps/place/The+Queens+Hall/@51.799324,-4.7445306,15z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x486ed320077917f5:0x457821598b83e15e!8m2!3d51.799324!4d-4.7445306!16s%2Fm%2F0lr2d6p?entry=ttu

It will follow the usual format of everyone having a minute to introduce themselves, their organisation & project. Please bring leaflets, business cards to share with others.

We shall have a short break, followed by a short presentation by Wyndham Williams, PACTO Community Transport Transformation Project Manager ( wyndham@pacto.org.uk ) giving a brief overview of the Community Transport Transformation Project:

Close to £1 million boost for Community Transport in Pembrokeshire

https://www.pacto.org.uk/TransformationProject.php

https://padlet.com/gwynethjones/pavs-connected-communities-speed-network-63m7q6pv79e3mvz

I look forward to seeing you all on the 16^th,

Regards

Gwyneth Jones

Connected Communities Project Manager/Rheolwr Prosiect Cymunedau Cysylltiedig

Tel/Ffon

07595192932

Community Hub Phone: 01437 723660

Community Hub Email: enquiries@pembrokeshirecommunityhub.org

INFORMATION SESSION: Managing Anxiety & Wellbeing

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-11-03 17:22:31 UTC

Wednesday – 22nd November 2023

Online via Teams 12noon – 1.00pm – room open 11.50am – please be on time.

Join us for a talk by West Wales Action for Mental Health on managing anxiety and wellbeing.

There will be an opportunity for questions. Everyone is welcome!

Register at Eventbrite:   Versus Arthritis - Managing Anxiety and Wellbeing Information Session Tickets, Wed 22 Nov 2023 at 11:50 | Eventbrite

Room opens at 11.50am presentation starts at 12noon. Please be on time. 

Launch Event: National Framework for Social Prescribing (NFfSP) in Wales

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-11-03 18:06:29 UTC

Following the Welsh Government’s Programme for Government commitment to develop a National Framework for Social Prescribing in Wales, we are delighted to invite you to an online launch event.

The virtual event hosted collaboratively by Welsh Government, Public Health Wales, Wales School for Social Prescribing Research, University of South Wales, Health Education and Improvement Wales, Strategic Programme for Primary Care, and Wales Council for Voluntary Action, will be held on Thursday 7^th December 2023, 10:00 – 13:00.

This event will:

· Introduce the new National Framework for Social Prescribing in Wales

· Share social prescribing developments as part of the National Framework including, a Glossary of Terms for Social Prescribing and a Competence Framework for Social Prescribing Practitioners in Wales

· Set out the next steps for the National Framework

· Share experiences of social prescribing across Wales

· Hear how social prescribing has been implemented globally and listen to the reflections of an international panel of experts on the National Framework.

Please click the link below to register – it should take you less than 30 seconds!

Registration link – Digwyddiad presgripsiynu cymdeithasol | Social Prescribing Event Tickets, Thu 7 Dec 2023 at 10:00 | Eventbrite

Have Your Say - MAWWFRS Draft Community Risk Management Plan

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-11-07 14:43:46 UTC

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service invites you to share your views on our Draft Community Risk Management Plan (CRMP) 2040.

Our CRMP highlights how we intend on addressing the risks, threats and challenges facing our communities and how we propose to meet and reduce them, whilst ensuring our assets and resources are used successfully, providing the best possible service to the communities we serve.

Read our Draft Community Risk Management Plan 2040 today and have your say to be in with a chance to win a £100.00 Amazon Voucher by completing our on-line questionnaire below! (Terms and Conditions apply)

Draft CRMP 2040 Consultation - Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service (mawwfire.gov.uk )

Cosheston Staying Well event

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-11-07 15:16:48 UTC

Pembrokeshire Day Opportunities - Meet the Provider event

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-11-08 09:29:16 UTC

Screening Awareness Session

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-11-08 11:02:56 UTC

Wednesday 6 December 2023 at 10:00am until 1:00pm.

You will find out about NHS screening programmes offered in Wales to help you make a difference in your community.

This session will provide you with the knowledge to:

Raise awareness of the NHS Wales screening programmes
Have open conversations and communicate screening information in a way that works for your community
Signpost to resources in accessible formats

To book your place complete the booking form. This session will be delivered in English.

For more information about the session visit:

Community Training and Education - Public Health Wales (nhs.wales )

Tir Coed - Social Forestry Taster

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-11-13 11:55:17 UTC

After the success of the course earlier this year, we are running another 5-day Social Forestry taster. This course is aimed at anyone who is interested in working with groups in nature, doesn't have much experience and wants to find out more. They will have a go at a range of activities that they could use with others, learn about planning and health and safety and have a go at leading a session for the rest of the group. At the end of the course, participants will be signposted to opportunities for further training, volunteering and employment.

"Great insight into what is required in planning and delivery of activities to groups. I really enjoyed the course because it helped me think of my own personal development and think about ways I could share knowledge and experience with others." - Social Forestry participant, Sept 2023

Social Forestry Taster

10am - 4pm

Tues 5th, Weds 6th, Tues 12th, Weds 13th and Tues 19th (with 20th as reserve in case of bad weather on one of the other days)

@Scolton South Woods

This course is funded and so is open to anyone who is under/un-employed. The woodland site is outdoors with covered areas, no electricity or running water. Drinking water and hot drinks will be provided. Trainees are expected to bring their own lunch and make their own way there though some support can be offered with transport if needed. They will need to complete our online registration form to confirm their place. This course is designed for 18+, we will consider anyone younger on a case by case basis.

To refer someone or if you have any questions, please get in touch.

Diolch yn fawr,

Nancy

Nancy Cole

Cydlynydd Gwella Sir Benfro | Enhancing Pembrokeshire Coordinator

07476 899544

tircoed.org.uk

People's Panel for Persistent Pain

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-11-13 17:44:35 UTC

The Welsh Government is interested in hearing more about the experiences of adults who live with persistent pain.

We are looking for people to:

- join a focus group of people living with persistent pain
- join a focus group of people caring for or working with people living with persistent pain
- share your experiences which may be used as a written case study or filmed with your consent for use as a video story.

The focus groups will initially meet twice, on 11 December 2023 and in the new year. As a result of this work the groups may continue to meet a few times a year in the future. The groups will inform Welsh Government on the issues confronting those living with persistent pain and those who support them.

To thank you for sharing your time and your experiences with us, we will cover reasonable expenses and offer those who take part a small gift certificate.

Please take a few minutes to complete our survey and learn more or to register your interest

The survey is open until 30 November 2023.

Survey Link:

https://forms.office.com/e/rJiGrRtybk

Meet the Community Connectors

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-11-15 10:20:33 UTC

Would you like to find out more about the Pembrokeshire Community Connector team, meet them, ask questions, and make connections.

3rd Tuesday of every month, online.

If you would like to join the mailing list to find out more, contact gwyneth.jones@pavs.org.uk

Keep Warm, Keep Well Networking event for frontline staff/volunteers

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-11-24 10:07:47 UTC

If you are an organisation or community group providing support to people in Pembrokeshire through the cost of living crisis, this event is for you.

This is an excellent opportunity for you to connect, learn more and share information to be able to maximise the support offered to individuals and families this winter.

There will be information on the support available from a wide range of Keep Warm, Keep Well partners, all working together to ensure our population is supported during the colder and often more difficult months of the year.

PAVS Training - Gambling Harms Wales – Bet You Can Help

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-11-24 12:33:57 UTC

PAVS has invited Richard Richards, the Community Engagement Lead for ARA Recovery for All, the National Gambling Support Network (NGSN) provider for Wales who will tell us about the work of the organisation, the support it can offer organisations and individuals.

This includes free support to people experiencing problems with gambling and those that are effected by gambling. Gambling Related Harms goes wider than the impact on the individual and covers the adverse impacts from gambling on the Health and Wellbeing of individuals, families, communities and society.

The session will also introduce their training programme called ‘Bet You Can Help’, which aims to reduce gambling harms by raising awareness among professionals and also equip them with the skills to identify, support and signpost individuals experiencing gambling harm.

To book a place, click here

Training - Collaborative Commissioning in Pembrokeshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-11-24 12:35:17 UTC

Ideas Alliance CIC, Pembrokeshire County Council and PAVS are excited to welcome you to a workshop about collaborative commissioning. Pioneering public sector organisations have been moving towards more collaborative, strengths based approaches to commissioning that enables people to work together to deliver innovative service solutions.

If you’re someone trying to make change happen within public services and communities, you may recognise that most of the problems we are working on don’t have a solution yet. We think that creates an amazing opportunity for creative and more effective ways of doing things.

People working directly to provide support that enables other people to achieve the outcomes they desire know what works well and what doesn’t. They can often tell us how we could change things for the better. But our commissioning models don’t always allow for such flexibility. Yet, we are supporting people and people bring their own unique set of experiences, circumstances and aspirations for the future.

The people we are supporting increasingly require us to plan and organise ourselves differently so that we work better for them.

There is a long history of collaboration in Pembrokeshire.

Please join us to explore together what could be different and how to make it happen.

Ideas Alliance been working with public services for the last 10 years and we’re seeing powerful changes happen. Here is what some of the alliances we’ve worked with are saying about the difference collaborative commissioning has made to them:

“Just a better way of working”

“I can do things now and have conversations I couldn’t have before the alliance”

To book a place, click here

Day Opportunities Provider Forum and Meet the Provider event

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-11-24 16:35:06 UTC

https://youtu.be/bOLc8vEcIJE?si=8RL1vALVkM9QE8aT

Want to learn more about Day Opportunities in Pembrokeshire? Come along to Haverhub, Quay Street, Haverfordwest at 1.30pm on 8th December.

Eisiau dysgu mwy am Gyfleoedd Dydd yn Sir Benfro? Dewch draw i Haverhub, Stryd y Cei, Hwlffordd am 1.30pm ar 8 Rhagfyr (Capsiynau Cymraeg ar gael).

Future children services (Paediatric services at Withybush and Glangwili Hospital) Consultation – Feedback report

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-11-24 16:39:32 UTC

Earlier this year we contacted and invited you to share your views about the future of children and young people’s urgent and emergency care services at Withybush and Glangwili hospitals.

Our 12-week public consultation, held between 26 May and 24 August 2023, sought the opinions of members of the public, health board staff, organisations, and our broader community on three options for the future of urgent and emergency children’s services at Withybush and Glangwili Hospitals.

Following a series of temporary changes made to paediatric services since 2016, the health board are seeking to find a longer-term solution that will be in place until the proposed new urgent and planned care hospital is developed.

These proposed changes to paediatric services are part of our longer-term ‘A Healthier Mid and West Wales’ strategy.

In the three options, access to children’s emergency care will be retained at Glangwili Hospital’s emergency department, and minor injuries for children will continue to be treated at both Withybush and Glangwili Hospitals. Systems are already in place to ensure that any child or young person with critical conditions arriving at Withybush Hospital has the best care available and in the most appropriate place. This will continue as part of the new service.

To ensure independence of the consultation process, Opinion Research Services (ORS) was appointed to advise and collate and manage the consultation responses. This included the production of a final report on the consultation findings. This report can now be found on the health board’s website at: Future Children Services - Hywel Dda University Health Board (nhs.wales )

The consultation process for the future of urgent and emergency care services in Withybush and Glangwili Hospitals has achieved Best Practice Quality Assurance accreditation from the Consultation institute.

If you cannot access the ORS report on our website and would like a printed copy of the Executive Summary, please contact us by email on: hyweldda.engagement@wales.nhs.uk or by calling us on 0300 303 8322.

As part of the formal consultation process, a number of health board stakeholder groups have since been asked to conscientiously consider the ORS report. In doing so, they were asked to consider:

Are there any further mitigations the health board should be considering?
Do you think the report has identified all the equalities issues?
Are there any final points you would like to make, anything not captured in the report?

What happens next?

The ORS final report, together with the output of the conscientious consideration process, the equality and health impact assessment, and the technical and commercial reports, will be considered at a meeting of the Board on at 9:30am on Thursday, 30 November. During the meeting, Board members will be asked to deliberate on the key findings from the ORS report and be asked to consider the stakeholder groups’ own considerations. The Board will then decide on which option to proceed with.

If you would like to watch the Board meeting, details of how to do so can be found on the health board’s website: https://hduhb.nhs.wales/about-us/your-health-board/board-meetings-2023/board-agenda-and-papers-30-november-20232/ The Board papers that will be discussed at the meeting, which will include further technical information relating to the three options up for consideration, are also available on the same webpage. For further details regarding the paediatric consultation, please visit our website: Future Children Services - Hywel Dda University Health Board (nhs.wales )

We are very grateful to every member of our community, to our community groups, and partner organisations who took the time to meet with us and share their views during our consultation process.

Thank you for your continued interest in our plans to develop a healthier mid and west Wales.

Kind regards,

Steve Moore

Chief Executive Officer

Workshop invitation: Making collaboration work to enable community action and improve community wellbeing

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-11-24 19:58:29 UTC

The Wales Centre for Public Policy (WCPP) and the Resourceful Communities Partnership (RCP) would like to invite you to an interactive, online workshop on 30 January 2024 focused on improving multisector collaboration to enable community action and wellbeing. The workshop will provide an opportunity to generate tangible ideas for establishing or improving collaborations between public, third and community sectors ‘on the ground’. Rather than provide a generic list of ‘ingredients’ for effective collaboration, we will present findings on specific actions taken to support collaboration in different contexts from our review of research and practice evidence. The workshop will engage with these findings and, crucially, add to them by drawing on the expertise and experiences of workshop participants.

Please register for the workshop here

Workshop date: 30 January 2024

Workshop time: 12:30-16:30

To find out more information about the project, click here

We look forward to seeing you there.

Age Cymru Job opportunity - NEW Community Assistance Project.

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-11-28 09:27:17 UTC

Regional Project Officer - West and South West

Would you like to join a service that makes a difference to older people in Wales? As a Regional Project Officer you will help meet the Community Assistance Project objectives by overseeing the regional delivery of services, supporting the Regional Volunteer Officer and working closely in collaboration with local partners.

More info here Age Cymru ¦Regional Project Officer (ageuk.org.uk )

Easy read flu campaign launched

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-11-30 14:35:23 UTC

Public Health Wales have launched their easy read materials to support people with a learning disability through the vaccination process.

Please find below a link to their webpage which contains the resources:

New video and easy read guide to support people with a learning disability through the vaccination process - Public Health Wales (nhs.wales )

Please also like and share the following posts of social:

Twitter

Cymraeg:

https://twitter.com/IechydCyhoeddus/status/1730182622586843164

English:

https://twitter.com/PublicHealthW/status/1730182160726777894

Facebook:

Cymraeg:

https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=737900031694695&set=a.447552457396122

English:

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=737896958361669&set=a.447552457396122

Please also find digital assets via the link below which can be used in social posts or on websites:

Public Health Wales Asset Library (brandkitapp.com )

WWRPB West Wales Health and Social Care Awards 2024

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-12-12 20:22:48 UTC

The West Wales Regional Partnership Board is excited to announce our Award Show taking place on the 14th of March 2024 at the Parc Y Scarlets Stadium in Llanelli.

The West Wales Regional Partnership Board Awards Ceremony 2024 will showcase the work undertaken by the health and social care sector across West Wales. Highlighting the latest innovations in health and social care in West Wales, learning from partners across the region.

The awards ceremony will include the following categories, which are now open for nominations:

Transformation Through Innovation
Integrated Care
Team of the Year
Co-Production
Workforce Development
Outstanding Contribution to Health and Social Care

Your nominees should be people/ services/ organisations who have made a positive impact on the lives of West Wales people. You can submit your nominations below:

https://forms.office.com/e/bT1xek2raK

After the nomination deadline on January 24th, 2024, a panel of WWRPB members will shortlist

the top three nominees in each category. For team nominations, we will invite up to three people from each of the top three shortlisted teams to attend the awards ceremony. Individual nominees will receive up to two tickets each.

In the morning there is an invite only conference, invites have already been sent out

for this. The conference includes staff across West Wales who are involved with a RIF

(Regional Integration Fund) Project. If you think you would benefit from attending the

conference, please message us.

Thank you for your time and consideration

Living healthily and happily in our communities as we get older

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-12-15 12:53:30 UTC

Many of us are struggling with the rising costs we face in our daily lives. At the same time we know that the NHS and Social Care departments are struggling to provide the services people need.

So, as health and social care services look to do things differently, we want to work with you to make sure YOUR voice is heard and acted upon, we want to know what you think would support people to live as healthily and happily as possible close to home in their communities as we all get older?

Would things like, befriending services, lunch or book clubs, organised walks, coffee/chat get togethers help? Do you have better ideas?

Please tell us about the things that people may find useful to improve and maintain their health and wellbeing, in their communities. Share your ideas with us.

We will share your views with the NHS, local authorities, Welsh Government and others to help keep them informed of what people and local communities are telling us.

Living healthily and happily in our communities as we get older link to survey

National Framework for Social Prescribing

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-12-21 16:46:59 UTC

Thank you for registering an interest in the Launch Event for the National Framework for Social Prescribing that took place on Thursday 7^th December 2023.

Many thanks to those that were able to join us, and apologies to anyone who may have missed event. Unfortunately, due to unforeseen technical issues, we were required to change the event link the day before, which may have caused some confusion.

If you missed the event, there is an opportunity to view the live recordings of each of the three sessions from the event. Please see the links to the recordings below:

The National Framework for Social Prescribing and its products launched on the day can be found here: National framework for social prescribing | GOV.WALES. We are also pleased to share the presentation slides from the event, and these are attached to this email.

We would value your feedback on the event and National Framework for Social Prescribing, and would be very grateful if you could complete the feedback form National Framework for Social Prescribing / Fframwaith Cenedlaethol ar gyfer Presgripsiynu Cymdeithasol (onlinesurveys.ac.uk ) by Friday 12^th January.

With kind regards

University of South Wales

Christmas opening times of the Pembrokeshire Community Hub

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-12-22 11:43:53 UTC

The Pembrokeshire Community Hub phone line will be closed from 4pm 22 December, and re-open on Wednesday 27th December, Thursday 28th December and 29th December, 10-3pm.

We will be closed on the 1st January and re-open on the 2nd January, 9.00 - 4.30pm.

We would like to wish everyone a happy, peaceful and healthy 2024.

Bydd llinell ffôn Canolfan Gymunedol Sir Benfro ar gau o 4.00 y.p 22 Rhagfyr, ac yn ailagor ddydd Mercher 27 Rhagfyr, dydd Iau 28 Rhagfyr a 29 Rhagfyr, 10-3pm.

Byddwn ar gau ar 1 Ionawr ac yn ailagor ar 2 Ionawr, 9.00 - 4.30y.p.

Rydym yn dymuno 2024 hapus ac iach i bawb.

Merry Christmas from Carers Support West Wales

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-12-22 12:09:29 UTC

Thank you to all the unpaid Carers, providers and partners who have been involved in the development of Carers Support West Wales this year - the one stop shop for online information to support unpaid Carers in West Wales.

We look forward to continuing to support unpaid Carers through access to online information in 2024.

Carers Support West Wales | Cymorth Gofalwyr Gorllewin Cymru

Seasons Greetings

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-12-22 12:55:19 UTC

Seasons Greetings from the Policy & Engagement team at PAVS.

Thank you for your continued collaboration, partnership & support this year.

Once again, it’s been another inspiring year supporting the vibrant voluntary sector in Pembrokeshire.

Merry Christmas! Nadolig Llawen | Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services (pavs.org.uk )

New Year, New Training

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-12-22 13:11:11 UTC

PAVS are delighted to offer two more training courses with Digital Communities Wales in January 2024.

Digital Health and Wellbeing – 15th January 2024

The Internet offers a vast array of resources to support and enhance our health and well-being. We can access our local health board online, use apps to monitor and track personal health and connect with guidance and support through NHS Wales services. This webinar will explore practical strategies and tools to navigate the online world of health and well-being and consider what digital skill are needed to access healthcare online.

Our training will:

Introduce online health resources, including key NHS Wales and Public Health Wales websites.
Discuss the essential digital skills required for accessing health information online.
Overview and demonstrate health and well-being digital tools.

To book your FREE place click here

Discovering AI with confidence: A beginner’s guide to embracing artificial intelligence (AI) – 29th January 2024

Here is an overview of the session:

In a world increasingly shaped by technological advancements, Artificial Intelligence (AI) stands at the forefront of innovation. But navigating AI, understanding its applications, and knowing where to start, can be difficult for those with low digital confidence to understand.

In this session, we will:

Discuss creative uses for AI and its uses as an engaging digital tool for someone just starting out on their digital journey.
Explore AI and its uses in different settings, including productivity aids and health.
Consider the implications of AI for online safety and critical thinking when accessing information online

To book your FREE place click here

New Year - New Training! | Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services (pavs.org.uk )

Welsh Government funded wellbeing support and training

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-12-22 13:13:50 UTC

RCS are pleased to be delivering the Welsh Government funded In-Work Support across North, West and Southwest Wales.

The In-Work Support Service provides fully-funded wellbeing support to employees and businesses, aiming to reduce sickness absence and improve wellbeing and productivity.

Support for employees

The service provides free support and rapid access to psychological or physical therapies to help individuals improve their wellbeing and reduce sickness absence from work. Support is quick, free and fully confidential.

Referrals can easily be made by submitting e-referral form www.rcs-wales.co.uk/en/your-wellbeing-at-work/, emailing hello@rcs-wales.co.uk or by calling 01745 336442.

In-Work Support Service for businesses

The In-Work Support Service also offers free support and training to SME businesses (up to 250 full time equivalent employees) build happier, healthier workplaces. You can find our upcoming open courses on our Eventbrite here https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/rcs-wales-27861958967. You can check your eligibility by emailing wellbeing@rcs-wales.co.uk.

Find out more

You can find out more on the RCS website https://www.rcs-wales.co.uk/, or get in touch on wellbeing@rcs-wales.co.uk with any questions you may have.

Outdoor Connections Fund – New Round 5 – Funding Opportunity! Cronfa Cysylltiadau Awyr Agored – Rownd Newydd 5 – Cyfle Ariannu!!

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-12-22 13:15:38 UTC

We are pleased to announce that there will be another round of the Outdoor Connections Fund!

Deadline: Monday 22^ndJanuary 2024

Funds must be spent by: 31^st March 2024.

Contact PAVS for the application pack by email development@pavs.org.uk, download from the Funding Advice Service Padlet or call PAVS on (07971) 598 001.

Keep Warm Keep Well in Pembrokeshire This Winter

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-12-22 13:36:09 UTC

Keep Warm, Keep Well in Pembrokeshire

The Pembrokeshire Community Hub based at PAVS are once again leading the Keep Warm, Keep Well campaign to help support people across Pembrokeshire with the cost of living during the coldest months of the year.

To find out more:

Call 01437 723660 to speak to the friendly Pembrokeshire Community Hub team.

Visit https://pembrokeshirecommunityhub.org.uk/keep-warm-keep-well-in-pembrokeshire

Email enquiries@pembrokeshirecommunityhub.org

Follow on social media https://www.facebook.com/PembsHub

Warm Welcome Community Spaces

Across Pembrokeshire we are once again seeing communities and organisations doing a fantastic job offering a range of local solutions including a warm space, hot meal, activities and access to information & advice. Some of these warm welcome community spaces and what they offer can be found here, https://pembrokeshirecommunityhub.org.uk/keep-warm-keep-well-in-pembrokeshire/warm-welcome-map or a phone call to the Hub for anyone not online.

Warm Packs

To help those who are struggling to keep warm, we have also relaunched the Warm Packs project.

Warm packs are available by referral only or simply give the Hub a call.

The Keep Warm, Keep Well programme is delivered by a multi-agency partnership of organisations and the Pembrokeshire Community Hub will signpost to this support appropriately.

We thank all organisations and community groups involved for your continued support and collaboration this winter.

Keep Warm, Keep Well in Pembrokeshire - Easy Read information

PAVS_HealthWB — 2023-12-22 13:39:28 UTC

Third Sector Webinar: Save Time and Money with Service Design

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-01-08 12:32:20 UTC

Are you a Welsh community group or social enterprise that needs an introduction into Service Design - how it can improve your business, save you time and money, and produce better grant applications?

This is a free online 90minute session, delivered by Cwmpas in partnership with ProMo-Cymru and funded by the National Lottery Community Fund for Wales.

Book Here: Third Sector Webinar: Save Time and Money with Service Design Tickets, Multiple Dates | Eventbrite

Survey - Engagement with Social Media Platforms about Online Hate

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-01-10 13:23:11 UTC

Dear Stakeholder,

Welsh Government is seeking to build a better understanding of online hate in Wales and to consider issues unique to the nation. To this end, the Welsh Government’s Programme for Government for 2021-2026 contains a commitment to: ‘work with the tech companies and media platforms to tackle hate crime and misinformation.’ This commitment is also reflected in Welsh Government’s Anti-Racist Wales Action Plan, which contains an action to ‘counter online racist hateful attitudes’.

Welsh Government is seeking to build links with representatives from social media companies with the intention of initiating informal discussions about options and possibilities, and identifying collaborative ways of working to address hate crime in online spaces. Such a collaboration might include establishing channels of communication to relay concerns and findings which Welsh Government collect through engagement work with criminal justice agencies, third sector and members of the public.

The first part of this process involves engaging with civil society stakeholders in Wales to gather their experiences and opinions. To participate, please click on the link below: https://app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/cardiff/engagement-with-social-media-platforms.

The survey will close 18 January 2024.

WCVA Health and Social Care Project – stakeholder survey

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-01-11 20:01:59 UTC

WCVA’s Health and Care Project wants to hear from you. How have you engaged with us? What difference did working with us make for you? And what should our future priorities be?

Please take this short survey – it should take around five minutes to complete. Any help you can give is invaluable and helps us better support you with your priorities.

Contact healthandcare@wcva.cymru with any questions.

REMINDER - Welsh Government - VAWDASV Tackling Perpetration All Wales Survey

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-01-11 20:59:57 UTC

Reminder,

This survey will close on February 2^nd 2024.

Dear All,

The Welsh Government’s National VAWDASV Strategy is committed to increasing the focus on holding those who commit abuse to account and supporting those who may carry out abusive or violent behaviour to change their behaviour and avoid offending.

To help support this commitment, the Tackling Perpetration workstream within the VAWDASV Blueprint is launching an all-Wales mapping survey which seeks to understand current provision of interventions and services working with domestic abuse and sexual violence perpetrators and those displaying harmful behaviours to manage or reduce risk of harm.

The survey will close on February 2^nd 2024.

The scope of the survey is wide and ranges from early intervention and prevention through to the criminal justice system. The information captured in the mapping exercise will form the basis of a directory of interventions and services across Wales. Completing this survey provides an opportunity to include your intervention or service in the directory, subject to assurances concerning safety and suitability.

Who do we want to hear from:

All agencies who are providing services for any person who has used, or currently uses harm in their intimate relationships. We also want to hear from all agencies who provide services in the primary prevention and education awareness landscape.

We want to hear from services working in education, awareness, and prevention, right through to behaviour change in community groups and statutory services

A Ministerial Foreword with guidance on the survey is attached to this email and we encourage you to familiarise yourself with this document for further context on the purpose and audience of the survey and practical information on what is required to complete it.

Please note, once you begin the survey you will be unable to save the answers and return to it later.

Thank you in advance for your time and effort in completing the survey. We encourage you to share this survey and its supporting documentation to any interventions and services you are aware of that fall within the scope of what we are seeking to map.

Should you have any further questions, please contact: VAWDASV@GOV.WALES

The survey can be accessed through this link https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/MIYUKK/ ,

Thank you,

Jane Hutt AS/MS

Y Gweinidog Cyfiawnder Cymdeithasol

Minister for Social Justice

Tîm Trais yn Erbyn Menywod, Cam-drin Domestig a Thrais Rhywiol / Violence Against Women, Domestic Abuse and Sexual Violence Team

Adran Cymunedau/Communities Division

Y Grŵp Addysg, Cyfiawnder Cymdeithasol a’r Gymraeg/Education, Social Justice and Welsh Language Group

Llywodraeth Cymru/Welsh Government

Free webinars for Sexual Violence Awareness Week

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-01-16 12:45:00 UTC

FREE webinars for Sexual Violence Awareness Week

Awareness of sexual violence issues is key to achieving ‘a world without sexual violence’. For 2024, we aim to raise awareness through a programme of free 1-hour webinars, chosen by our staff to illustrate just some of the diverse issues encompassed by sexual violence, including shining a light on the growing problem of sextortion, promoting understanding of how to help children who disclose sexual abuse and discussing both child sexual exploitation and sexually harmful behaviour. These webinars will run throughout Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Week 2024, starting on the 5th February 2024.

These sessions can be booked on our Eventbrite page New Pathways Events | Eventbrite. Spaces are going quickly, so make sure you book early to avoid disappointment.

Llais newsletter

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-01-16 12:48:36 UTC

Llais is the national, independent body set up by the Welsh Government to give the people of Wales a stronger voice in their health and social care services. You can find out more about us by visiting www.llaiswales.org

This is what we’ve been up to since we last saw you:

Asking your opinon - we’ve been asking the public what they think would make their lives happier and healthier as they get older, and we are currently collecting this information, and the report will be available soon.

Public Consultations: Cross Hands and Tumble Medical Partnership & Laugharne Surgery – we have been involved with public consultations with the proposed service change at Cross Hands and Tumble Medical Partnership & Laugharne Surgery. We will always be involved in public consultation for any service change, making sure that the publics opinion is taking into consideration when the Health Boards is making any decision.

What’s coming up?

· We are launching a Snap Survey on Patient Experience at A&E Glangwili General Hospital, Carmarthen between 6 – 20 January 2024

· We are also embarking on a Wayfinding project on visiting the four main hospitals within the Health Board during the month of January

· We’ll be recruiting more volunteers. Interested? Get in contact below...

· We’ll continue to support people who want to raise NHS or Social Care complaints via our free independent advocacy service. Can we help you? Get in contact for a chat. Tel: 01646 697610 Email: westwalesenquiries@llaiscymru.org

FUNDING Carers Support Innovation Fund

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-01-17 12:28:46 UTC

Carers Support Innovation Fund, deadline 26th February 2024

Through the Carers Support Innovation Fund, grants are available to third sector organisations in Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire who provide or would like to provide a service and activities to support unpaid carers.

The deadline to submit applications is Monday 26 February 2024.

Funding requests for up to 100% of revenue costs, up to £5,000 for projects in one county area and £15,000 for regional projects. Up to 20% of the total financial application can be for capital items where applicants show a clear link with the revenue request.

Fund Themes are as follows:

l Supporting life alongside caring

l Providing information, advice and assistance

l Identifying and recognition of carers

l Supporting digital inclusion and access to digital services for carers

l Improving carers’ physical health and mental wellbeing

All projects must be completed by 31 March 2025.

Application packs are available by email request from development@pavs.org.uk and can also be downloaded from PAVS Funding Advice Service padlet (link here).

(Potential applicants are encouraged to contact PAVS on 07971 598 116 with any queries).

Pembrokeshire Tackling Poverty Summit

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-01-22 14:17:38 UTC

Please note this event is for professionals working in Pembrokeshire.

Tackling Poverty Summit

Join us for Pembrokeshire's inaugural Tackling Poverty Summit, a one-day event dedicated to addressing the pressing issue of poverty. This in-person gathering will take place at Pembrokeshire College, the event is free to attend but booking is essential.

At the summit, we will bring together a cross section of professionals and local leaders from a variety of organisations and groups, exploring innovative solutions and pledging actions to alleviate local poverty and map a stronger future.

Event booking link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/pembrokeshire-tackling-poverty-summit-tickets-773177543847?aff=oddtdtcreator

Surrey University: Digital Tools for Wellbeing Study

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-01-29 14:01:34 UTC

Annwyl gyfeillion

Gweler uwchben ac yma, wybodaeth am astudiaeth dros ‘Offerynnau Digidol am Lesiant’ sydd yn cael ei chynnal gan Dr Stephen Fay ym Mhrifysgol Surrey, sydd efallai o ddiddordeb

Am fwy o wybodaeth, cysylltwch â Dr Stephen Fay yn uniongyrchol ar s.fay@surrey.ac.uk

Cofion gorau

Dear friends

See above and here, information on a ‘Digital Tools for Wellbeing’ study that is being conducted by Dr Stephen Fay at Surrey University, which we thought might be of interest

For more information, contact Dr Stephen Fay directly on s.fay@surrey.ac.uk

FREE Creative Curiosity Workshops in NE Pembrokeshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-01-29 14:04:57 UTC

Creative Curiosity is a project in partnership with Preseli Cares, PAVS and Hywel Dda Health Board with the aim to help tackle the health inequalities experienced by the rural and Welsh-speaking communities of North Pembrokeshire. We will harness the power of creativity, and spark community curiosity to co-produce solutions to social care issues at a community level.

Workshops will take place in various venues across North Pembrokeshire. Transport can be arranged, and a free lunch is provided at selected workshops.

Visual Art for Carers

Are you caring for a friend or family member? Paid or unpaid?

Join artists Di Ford and Fran Evans to learn the art of collaging in a fun environment, experimenting with various collage techniques, colour, and composition. Enjoy free refreshments, chat, and explore new skills at your own pace in these relaxed sessions. No prior experience or equipment needed.

If you need help with transport, contact us on 01834 869323

Drop in on any of the dates and venues below:

Newport Memorial Hall, SA42 0TF

Tuesday 30th January & 13th February 10am – 1pm

Canolfan Hermon, SA36 0DT (Includes lunch as part of Share and Care)

Tuesday 6th February & 20th February

Tuesday 5th & 19th March from 11am – 2pm

Canolfan Llwynihirion Brynberian, SA41 3TY

Tuesday 27 February & 12 March from 10am – 1pm

Textiles for people over 50

Experience creative textile mending with Nia Lewis and Imogen Mills.

Join our relaxed sessions, enjoy free refreshments, and try new skills at your own pace — no prior experience or equipment necessary. Connect with artists exploring traditional and contemporary techniques from across the globe. Bring along any textiles or soft toys that might need mending or creative embellishment.

If you need help with transport, contact us on 01834 869323

Drop in on any of the dates and venues below:

Yr Hen Ysgol Dinas (Warm Space), SA42 0XB

Friday 26th January 9.30-12.30 pm

Friday 2nd February 1 – 4 pm

Caredig Housing, Bro Preseli, Crymych SA41 3SJ

Friday 16th February 9.30-12.30 pm

Newport Memorial Hall, SA42 0TF

Friday 23rd February 1 – 4 pm

Canolfan Llwynihirion Brynberian, SA41 3TY

Friday 12th April 9.30-12.30 pm

Friday 19th April 1 – 4 pm

Maenclochog Village Hall, SA66 7JY

Friday 26th April 9.30-12.30 pm

Friday 3rd May 1 – 4 pm

Digital Art for Young People aged 11-17

Unleash your creativity! Join artists Gemma Green-Hope and Hannah Rounding to craft your animations using iPads.

Dive into digital drawing programs, create visual stories, and have fun experimenting. Enjoy free refreshments, chat, and try a new skill at your own pace—no experience or equipment needed.

Drop in on any of the dates and venues below:

Newport Memorial Hall, SA42 0TF

Monday 12th February 10am – 1pm

Crymych Arms, Crymych SA41 3RJ

Wednesday 14th February 10am – 1pm

Monday 11th March 5:30pm – 8:30pm

Newport Boat Club SA42 0RP

Monday 4th March 5.30-8.30pm

Wednesday 6th March 5.30-8.30pm

Canolfan Hermon, SA36 0DT

Wednesday 13th March 5.30-8.30pm

Newport Skate Park SA42 0TJ

Monday 15th April 5.30-8.30pm

Yr Hen Ysgol Dinas SA42 0XB

Wednesday 17 April 5.30-8.30pm

For any further information or to book a space please contact Bethan via info@span-arts.org.uk

https://span-arts.org.uk/a-series-of-new-exciting-creative-workshops/

Child Poverty Strategy for Wales 2024 launched

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-01-30 23:24:58 UTC

The revised Child Poverty Strategy for Wales has now been launched.

The Welsh Government is committed to tackling child poverty as an absolute priority.

We heard from over 3,000 children, young people, and families with experience of poverty and the organisations that support them, about what would make a difference to them.

We had 155 responses to the consultation on the strategy from across Wales and a Summary of consultation responses is available.

We want a Wales where children and young people can access their rights, have good wellbeing, and fulfil their potential no matter what their background or circumstances (including their socio-economic circumstances).

We can’t do this alone. The important work of our partners in the public, third and private sectors, working with us, for families in poverty, is crucial if we are to have a real impact on child poverty in Wales.

We will work across Welsh Government to support the delivery of this strategy across Wales with our partners.

Many of you will have been involved in lots of different ways in helping us to develop this strategy, for which we are very grateful.

Please help us by sharing this strategy with your networks.

Together we can tackle poverty and deliver on the rights of all children and young people of Wales.

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Find out more at: Child poverty strategy for Wales: strategy and progress | GOV.WALES

Tackling Poverty & Supp. Families/Trechu Tlodi a Chef. Teuluoedd TacklingPovertyAndSupportingFamilies@gov.wales

Pembrokeshire Outdoor Health Project: A Successful Best Practice Workshop

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-02-05 09:37:39 UTC

Pembrokeshire Coastal Forum and Coed Lleol hosted a workshop event for outdoor providers in Pembrokeshire. The providers came together, as part of the Pembrokeshire Outdoor Health Project, to exchange experiences and best practice on delivering social prescribing activities in the outdoors.

It was a chance to discuss what has been achieved so far and how to improve the planning and running of outdoor sessions for wellbeing in the future. The afternoon was a chance to spend some time with Leanne Bird Wellbeing and Buzzard Chris Bushcraft in some breathing and woodcarving activities.

To find out more about the Pembrokeshire Outdoor Health Project and stay informed about upcoming programmes, visit:

https://www.pembrokeshirecoastalforum.org.uk/projects/pembrokeshire-outdoor-health-project/

Final Engagement Phase of Wales Air Ambulance Service Takes Place in February

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-02-08 13:55:35 UTC

The third and final engagement phase of the Emergency Medical Retrieval and Transfer Service (EMRTS) Review, about how to further improve the air ambulance service in Wales, takes place between 01 and 29 February 2024.

The engagement gives the public and stakeholders the opportunity to have their say on the shortlisted options to further improve Wales’ air ambulance service.

The service is provided in partnership between the Wales Air Ambulance Charity and NHS Wales’ EMRTS.

The Charity supplies the helicopters, cars, air bases, pilots, engineers and fuel, whilst the clinical teams are made up of medics and clinicians from NHS Wales.

The purpose of the review is to ensure that as many people as possible benefit from the excellent clinical patient outcomes by making the best use of the clinical teams across Wales.

The review also looks at how to ensure fair geographical coverage across Wales and the effective use of Rapid Response Vehicles (RRVs), especially when the helicopters are unable to fly.

People can give their feedback in a range of ways including online, by e-mail, post or telephone. Anyone needing different languages and formats can contact the EASC team who will help.

The Commissioner’s Report, all engagement documents, and details of how to give feedback are on the EASC website: https://easc.nhs.wales/engagement/sdp/.

Citizens can also contact their local Llais representative for the Hywel Dda area to let them know their views: https://www.llaiswales.org/in-your-area.

How to respond:

We want everyone in Wales to have their say about this important critical care service and have provided a range of ways to give your feedback. You can:

Complete this online questionnaire ; or
Download the response form here, complete, and return by attaching to an e-mail to: eascservicereviewqueries@wales.nhs.uk ; or
Download the response form here, print, complete, and return by post (or simply write) to: EMRTS Service Review Feedback, Emergency Ambulance Services Committee, Unit 1, Charnwood Court, Billingsley Road, Nantgarw Park, Cardiff, CF15 7Q
Telephone: 01443 471520

- Leave a message on the answerphone service sharing your views

- Ask for help to give your feedback

- To ask for someone to call you back

- If you need any help with information in other formats or languages

Resourceful Communities Partnership’s national programme of events on communities and living well

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-02-20 20:29:53 UTC

Aspiration, Inspiration, Perspiration

Resourceful Communities Partnership’s national programme of events on communities and living well

March 2024 – June 2024

Online

The last few years have been very challenging, with many crises impacting on our communities. It has even led to the introduction of the term ‘permacrisis’ in our language. Getting together to reflect and share good ideas and great work can energise and further build collective efforts for a better life for all in our communities. ‘Aspiration, Inspiration and Perspiration’ is a programme of online events which is seeking to do just that; aspiration - meaning ambition in tackling challenges and pressing for change; inspiration – acquiring great ideas and knowledge of what works and can make a difference; and perspiration – starting out, adapting, and keeping going in hard times. There is great work going on in Wales driven by passion and commitment which is always good to share.

Please see below details for the first event.

‘Building Community Power – Challenges for 2024’

Tuesday 5 March from 12:30 – 13:30

Adam Lent, Chief Executive, New Local

Please click here to register for this event.

The Programme will involve presentations, discussions and workshops led by citizens, community groups and people from across the sectors who work with them. Later in the series we will live stream interviews from our communities to showcase their work. The Programme will cover many issues relevant to our communities and the professionals working with them: campaigning, Asset Based Community Development, leadership, organisational culture, circular economies, community assets, and social enterprises.

Together for Change is curating the national programme of events, with Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services, for the Resourceful Communities Partnership (RCP) of Wales.

Anyone can attend these sessions: citizens, voluntary groups, and public, private and third sector organisations. Common to all should be an interest and commitment to building wellbeing, and a good life all.

More information will be sent to you over the next week with details of other events in the programme so please keep an eye out for them.

RCP Co-Chairs

Chris Johnes (Chief Executive, Building Communities Trust)

Rhian Bennett (Commissioning Manager, Pembrokeshire Local Authority)

Supporting officers

Emma Davies (Improvement and Development Manager, Social Care Wales)

Kelly Morgan (Improvement & Development Co-ordinator, Social Care Wales)

Putting Carers on the Map: Carers Week 2024

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-02-20 20:32:00 UTC

We are thrilled to announce that Carers Week 2024 is on its way, taking place from Monday 10 to Sunday June 16. This year, our theme is 'Putting Carers on the Map', highlighting the invaluable contributions of carers across the UK and ensuring their voices are heard loud and clear.

Carers Week is here to help increase the visibility of the caring role among politicians, communities, and employers. By raising awareness we hope to recognise carers and facilitate access to the support they deserve.

Carers Week also promotes the importance of self-care, focusing on how to support the UK’s 5.7 million unpaid carers with their health, wellbeing, and financial security.

There will be a big variety of events and activities both online and in communities across the nations, with lots of different ways to get involved, so stay tuned!

Each day of Carers Week will centre around a specific theme:

Monday: Research launch
Tuesday: Health and social care
Wednesday: Work and employment
Thursday: Younger carers
Friday: Older carers
Saturday: Mental health and wellbeing
Sunday: Reflections on Carers Week

We encourage everyone to get involved in Carers Week 2024. Whether you participate online or engage with events in your local community, your support is invaluable. Stay tuned for further updates on the events and activities you can participate in.

Thank you for your ongoing dedication to the carers' cause. Together, let's make Carers Week 2024 a resounding success and ensure that carers are truly recognised and supported.

Mid and West Wales Safeguarding Board Spring 2024 Newsletter

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-02-21 14:47:46 UTC

The Mid and West Wales Safeguarding Board are pleased to present our Spring 2024 newsletter.

This bulletin will provide you with the key regional and national updates taking place in the safeguarding arena, including policies, legislation and practice reviews. We also hope to utilise this platform as a means of celebrating good practice locally and regionally, and to keep you up to date with developments in key areas of interest.

Our newsletters will be produced quarterly and we are always keen to hear your safeguarding updates and news. If you have stories of your own that you would like to feature in future editions of the newsletter please contact us at cysur@pembrokshire.gov.uk

Please find the newsletters attached and also on our website at:

• English newsletter page with all editions: https://www.cysur.wales/newsletter/

• Welsh newsletter page with all editions: https://www.cysur.cymru/cylchlythyr/

We hope you enjoy our spring issue and ask that you disseminate widely across your agency as appropriate.

Bluestone Foundation Community Events

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-02-22 14:01:56 UTC

Bluestone Foundation Community Events

The Bluestone Foundation was established in 2010 to help people to help themselves through environmental and social projects in Pembrokeshire. The Foundation underpins the ethos of Bluestone National Park Resort: our unique and beautiful county and its people. The Bluestone Foundation Community Fund (BFCF) provides financial assistance to communities across Pembrokeshire in partnership with Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services (PAVS).

Bluestone Foundation Community Events will offer a new way for Pembrokeshire organisations to showcase their work whilst raising funds to support their activities. In this exciting opportunity the Blue Lagoon Water Park will be open to the public and ticket sales shared between the chosen group and the Bluestone Foundation. Interested groups will need to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) to be considered for this fundraising initiative.

This opportunity is worth up £5,000 depending on the number of tickets sold.

Bluestone Foundation Community Event Expressions of Interest will be considered from organisations providing Pembrokeshire based environmental or social benefits. Organisations demonstrating that they are prepared to help themselves will be prioritised.

To register your interest to hold a Bluestone Foundation Community Event on Tuesday 29th October 2024, submit your Expression of Interest by Deadline March 18th 2024.

Click here for more details and the Expression of Interest form.

PAVS Funding Advice Service (padlet.com )

Have Your Say - Draft mental health and wellbeing strategy

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-02-25 22:55:20 UTC

Welsh Government is consulting on a new Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy for Wales.

We would like to invite you to help shape our future strategies for mental health and wellbeing, and suicide and self-harm prevention in Wales. It has been 10 years since our previous strategies were published and we have now published the new Welsh Government Mental Health and Wellbeing, and Suicide and Self Harm Prevention Strategies for Wales for a 16 week public consultation. The consultation will close on 11 June 2024.

Mental health and wellbeing strategy

Cymraeg – https://www.llyw.cymru/strategaeth-iechyd-meddwl-llesiant-meddyliol

English – https://www.gov.wales/mental-health-and-wellbeing-strategy

Suicide and self-harm prevention strategy

Cymraeg – https://www.llyw.cymru/strategaeth-atal-hunanladdiad-hunan-niweidio

English – https://www.gov.wales/suicide-and-self-harm-prevention-strategy

There are resources available to support you to have group discussions about the strategies. These engagement packs will provide information for you to talk with others to support them to develop their own responses to the consultations. There are adult and young person resources available.

Please contact the Mental Health and Vulnerable Groups Mailbox to request engagement packs for the strategies.

If you work with children and young people and you would like an engagement pack or support to run a session on the new strategies, please contact mhstrategy@copronet.wales

It is important to us that feedback reflects the diversity of our population so please feel free to share this link with others.

Help and support for your own mental health.

If you need support with your mental health, you can ring the CALL Helpline: 0800 132 737. Or for urgent support please call the NHS on 111 and press 2.

An Economy for Communities and for Wales

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-02-26 14:35:47 UTC

Aspiration, Inspiration, Perspiration

Resourceful Communities Partnership’s national programme of events on communities and living well

March 2024 – June 2024

Online

Please see below details of the 10 April event.

‘Economi i Gymunedau ac i Gymru’

Wednesday 10 April from 14:00 – 15:30

Traditional economic development models are failing to address the economic challenges of our time. How can circular economic principles better support our future on the planet? How can people-centred approaches to local economies provide resilience and security at a time of great challenge and austerity?

In this session, the presenters will share examples of progressive approaches and open the conversation about how to translate theory into practice.

Centre for Local Economic Strategies

Eifion Williams, Chief Executive Officer, Circular Communities Cymru

Paul Hughes, Chief Officer, Pembrokeshire FRAME

Please click here to register for this event.

Together for Change is curating the national programme of events, with Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services, for the Resourceful Communities Partnership (RCP) of Wales.

RCP Co-Chairs

Chris Johnes (Chief Executive, Building Communities Trust)

Rhian Bennett (Commissioning Manager, Pembrokeshire Local Authority)

Supporting officers

Emma Davies (Improvement and Development Manager, Social Care Wales)

Kelly Morgan (Improvement & Development Co-ordinator, Social Care Wales)

Tackling Poverty Summit focuses on improving outcomes in Pembrokeshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-02-26 15:15:42 UTC

Representatives of a range of groups and organisations across the County gathered to discuss tackling poverty in Pembrokeshire at a special summit this month.

The aim was to shine a light on some key issues related to poverty, particularly in Pembrokeshire and the collective response to support some of the most vulnerable members of our communities

Pembrokeshire County Council’s inaugural Tackling Poverty Summit welcomed senior leaders in Pembrokeshire, along with speakers from national bodies including The Bevan Foundation and National Energy Action (NEA), to Pembrokeshire College.

Head of Policy Dr Steffan Evans was invited to speak about how The Bevan Foundation is working to end poverty in Wales and Pembrokeshire County Council’s Head of Childrens Services Darren Mutter outlined the strategy locally.

There was an important focus on poverty as a public health issue, as well as the lived experience in Pembrokeshire, which was presented through research jointly commissioned by Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services (PAVS) and PCC.

Mr Mutter said: “The work of the tackling poverty group is pivotal in trying to turn the tide of poverty in Pembrokeshire, but it is the collective effort across all organisations within Pembrokeshire that will really make a difference. This inaugural event marked the beginning of what will hopefully be a growing awareness of and a multi-agency response to poverty in the county.”

At the Milford Haven Port Authority sponsored event there were a selection of information stands showcasing local work and services working towards tackling poverty including FRAME, Action for Children and Age Cymru and Pembrokeshire College learners sold soup to raise funds for a local food bank.

Cllr Prior, Cabinet Member for Corporate Improvement and Communities said: “This was an important opportunity to bring public services together from across the county to collectively examine and contribute to tackling poverty and its root causes.”

“We are very grateful to those who volunteered to share their lived experience with us for this narrative-based research, which has been used as the basis for a co-produced plan for tackling poverty in Pembrokeshire. We look forward to continuing to work with individuals and voluntary groups to find solutions and provide help for families experiencing financial hardship,” said Sue Leonard, Chief Officer of PAVS.

Keep Warm, Keep Well in Pembrokeshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-02-26 15:17:00 UTC

Keep Warm Keep Well is once again supporting people across Pembrokeshire with the cost of living this winter.

The campaign is being led by the Pembrokeshire Community Hub in partnership with Pembrokeshire County Council, Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services (PAVS) and a variety of agencies including Hywel Dda Health Board, Emergency Services and the Voluntary Sector.

Across Pembrokeshire we are once again seeing communities and organisations doing a fantastic job offering a range of local solutions from hot meals, community activities, plus energy, money and debt advice.

Welcome Warm spaces offer welcoming places where people can meet with others in their local community and take part in a range of activities. For a map of warm spaces visit www.pembrokeshirecommunityhub.org.uk

If you or people you know are experiencing financial hardship or would like information about what support is available in your area, you can get in contact with the Pembrokeshire Community Hub. They can talk to you about your situation and put you in touch with the right community group or service – as there is a lot of help available both in Pembrokeshire and across Wales.

Sophie Buckley, Keep Warm, Keep Well programme lead at PAVS said: “Anyone who is worried about how they are going to afford to pay their bills this winter, stay warm or purchase the essentials, can contact my colleagues in the Pembrokeshire Community Hub. You will receive a warm welcome from a really friendly team who can have a chat with you about the support that is available. The Hub has an easy ‘one call that’s all’ approach, call 01437 723660, or you can email enquiries@pembrokeshirecommunityhub.org”.

Cllr Tessa Hodgson, Cabinet Member for Social Service at Pembrokeshire County Council said: “We’re working with our local partners, building on the great work last winter, to support a network of Warm Welcome Community Spaces where people are coming together, enjoying some company, getting involved in local activities, and in some places having a hot meal together.

“I’d encourage everyone to get in touch with the Community Hub to find out more about the support available from a wide range of organisations.

“Together we will make a positive difference to our local communities and help residents with the cost of living.”

Through funding made available by Pembrokeshire County Council, the Keep Warm Keep Well programme is supporting organisations offering information and advice, help with fuel costs, supporting demands on food banks, community meals, pet food banks, emergency keep warm packs, essential items for families and support for individuals who are experiencing data poverty.

Free leadership development programme launched for voluntary sector

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-02-26 15:41:53 UTC

Social Leaders Cymru is a comprehensive and free leadership development programme tailored for voluntary, community, and social enterprise leaders throughout Wales.

Made possible through funding from the National Lottery Community Fund, Social Leaders Cymru is a partnership between Cwmpas, Clore Social Leadership, and WCVA.

Building on the success and insights gained from its pilot project in 2021/22, the project aims to empower leaders at all stages of their journey, to foster a vibrant and diverse voluntary sector.

SUPPORTING SOCIAL LEADERS

Dr Sarah Evans, Director of Business Growth and Consultancy at Cwmpas, said:

‘Social Leaders Cymru’s vision is to support social leaders in Wales through providing a range of learning and networking opportunities to help build on their existing skills and strengthen their networks, that in turn will have a positive impact within their own organisations and communities.

‘We believe that by investing in leadership development, we are not only shaping the present but also working towards a sustainable future for our communities.’

OBJECTIVES OF THE PROGRAMME

Comprising of a Community Leader Programme, a National Leader Programme, and the creation of a ‘Leadership Declaration’, the programme has three main objectives:

to develop leaders across Wales who inspire the next generation and enable the voluntary sector to thrive
to encourage diversity in leadership roles, and
to encourage community cohesion and collaboration

THE COMMUNITY LEADER PROGRAMME

The Community Leader Programme is a six-month online and in-person leadership development course initially held in Newport, Swansea, and Wrexham. It focuses on bringing leaders together to build capacity, strengthen communities, and facilitate peer learning.

THE NATIONAL LEADER PROGRAMME

The National Leader Programme consists of two online leadership development programmes designed for both emerging and experienced leaders, spanning four months.

Delivered in partnership with Clore Social Leadership, the Community and National Leader programmes provide dedicated time for enhancing wellbeing and building strong peer networks.

THE LEADERSHIP DECLARATION

The ‘Leadership Declaration’ is a dynamic collaboration involving alumni, programme participants, voluntary sector, and other key stakeholders.

The mission:

Define what good social leadership looks in the context of working in the voluntary sector in Wales
Commit to strengthening leadership development in the long-term
Emphasise the value of investing in leadership
Spotlight impactful social leadership

‘Leadership in the voluntary sector is not about title or position, but about leadership at every level, by everyone,’ says Sara Sellek, Assistant Director at WCVA. ‘This project will enable volunteers and paid staff to develop a range of skills and confidence to lead change in their organisations and communities.’

CEO of Clore Leadership, Nadia Alomar added:

‘Through Social Leaders Cymru, we aim to create a powerful ecosystem that nurtures and empowers leaders within the third sector, benefiting communities throughout Wales.

‘We firmly believe that effective leadership is pivotal to addressing societal challenges, driving positive change and making a lasting impact on society.’

APPLY NOW

The application window is now open for the first Community Leader Programme in Newport, running from June to December 2024, with an application deadline of 22 April 2024.

For more information, and to make an application, please visit: cwmpas.coop/what-we-do/services/social-leaders-cymru

West Wales Financial Wellbeing Forum - In person event

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-02-26 21:47:56 UTC

The next West Wales Financial Wellbeing Forum is being held in person at the Queens Hall in Narberth on Thursday 14^th March from 10am to 2pm.

Lunch and refreshments will be provided.

If you would like to join the Forum and attend the meeting, please contact

Joy Church

Office and Resources Manager - Citizens Advice Pembrokeshire

Email: joy.church@pembscab.org

Fax/Ansaphone 01437 767936

Adviceline 0344 477 2020

Age Cymru launches its fifth annual survey of the over 50s in Wales

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-02-28 11:43:23 UTC

What Matters to You survey provides invaluable insights into the challenges, needs, and aspirations of older people

Age Cymru and the key organisations that represent older people in Wales have launched their fifth annual What Matters to You survey of the over 50s across Wales, to gain a better understanding of their challenges, needs, and aspirations.

More than five thousand people responded to previous surveys which provided the charity with crucial evidence to inform and influence key decision makers and service providers in Wales including the Welsh Government, local health and social services, and the wider care sector.

The charity says the bilingual survey also helps to prioritise its work so it can better reflect what matters most to older people in Wales. It covers a wide range of issues including access to health and social care, personal finances, housing issues, caring responsibilities, opportunities for paid work, and the quality and availability of local transport, including hospital transport.

Age Cymru’s head of policy, Heather Ferguson says “We know that many older people are facing some tough challenges right now such as difficulties in accessing health and social care, coping with the cost-of-living crisis, and facing cutbacks in areas such as public transport and face-to-face banking. So, we need to know what older people’s priorities are and what their ideas are for addressing some of these challenges.

“The more information we gather the more influential and effective we become when campaigning with and for older people in Wales.

“If anyone would like to campaign with the charity on any of the issues raised in the survey, please let us know. We are always looking to work together to raise issues with the media, politicians, and many other key stakeholders. Please contact my colleague Michael Phillips for an informal chat on 07794 366 224 or email michael.phillips@agecymru.org.uk”

How to complete our survey

Visit www.agecymru.org.uk/annualsurvey to complete the survey online.

For paper copies call 029 2043 1555 and return via our freepost address: Age Cymru, FREEPOST RTZG-JHGC-RYJJ, Ground Floor, Mariners House, Age Cymru, Trident Court, East Moors Road, CARDIFF CF24 5TD

The deadline for completed surveys is Friday 29 March 2024.

29th February is Rare Disease Day

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-02-28 12:57:48 UTC

Rare Disease Day is the official international awareness-raising campaign for rare diseases, observed annually on the last day of February. The primary goal of this campaign is to increase awareness among the general public and decision-makers about rare diseases and their influence on the lives of families living with these conditions.

300 million people worldwide live with a rare disease.

There are over 6000 different rare diseases.

72% of rare diseases are genetic.

70% of these genetic rare diseases begin in childhood.

Rare Disease Day 2024

Keep up with the latest from this year’s Rare Disease Day campaign by following us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram.

#RareDiseaseDay

Together for Change Newsletter 4

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-03-04 19:06:52 UTC

Click here for Together for Change most recent Newsletter TFC Cylchlythyr/Newsletter 4 (mailchi.mp )

Tir Coed Newsletter & Horticultural Course dates

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-03-06 12:48:10 UTC

Be-a-friend - Companionship with Paws

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-03-06 14:05:56 UTC

Dear colleague,

We are very pleased to advise that our Be-a-friend service is now open and available to take referrals.

What is Be-a-friend?

Be-a-friend addresses loneliness in older people in Pembrokeshire who love dogs and miss the contact with four paws in their home. This is achieved through visits from a Be-a-friend team who provide much needed companionship. By combining compassionate volunteers with their engaging dogs, this partnership can address the challenge loneliness brings to our community.

Why Be-a-friend?

Loneliness can be profound and wide-ranging, considered by many to be one of the largest public health challenges we face. Be-a-friend will make a difference to older people in our community who are lonely. According to the latest National Survey for Wales (2024): almost three quarters of people aged over 65 (72%) report feeling lonely ‘sometimes’, while 10% of older people in Wales– an estimated 91,000 people – feel ‘consistently’ lonely.

If you know someone who may benefit from our service, please click on the link below to find out more about our service and how to make a referral.

https://forms.gle/MeynNxYd61ERutS57

We look forward to hearing from you.

Very best wishes

Leasa Pendell

she/her

Project Co-ordinator

Be-a-friend Project

Cariad Pet Therapy

www.cariadpettherapy.co.uk

Carers Leave Act - Are You Ready?

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-03-22 10:28:24 UTC

Attention all employers! The Carer’s Leave Act - Are You Ready?

The Carer's Leave Act comes into effect on 6 April 2024, every employer must be ready to support unpaid carers in their workplace.

Attention All Employers! The Carer's Leave Act - Are You Ready?

Join Carers Wales for an informative online events where we will discuss the Carer's Leave Act and its implications for employers. This event will help you understand your responsibilities and ensure compliance with this important new legislation.

We are running two 1 hour online events during April and May to help you prepare for the Carer's Leave Act.

During these events, we will cover key topics such as:

Overview of the Carers Leave Act and its purpose

Understanding the rights and entitlements of employees under this Act

Exploring the impact on your everyday operations

Best practices for implementing policies and procedures

Addressing potential challenges and finding solutions

Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity to gain insights and guidance. Register now to secure your spot and ensure you are prepared for the Carers Leave Act!

Dates and times:

Monday 22nd April: 11am – 12pm
Wednesday 1st May: 12pm – 1pm

Book here

Attention all employers! The Carer’s Leave Act - Are You Ready? Tickets | Eventbrite

Good News Stories - DAY OPPORTUNITIES quarterly newsletter (issue #5)

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-03-27 15:49:55 UTC

Welcome to the latest edition of Good News Stories from Pembrokeshire DOIT! This newsletter is a quarterly issue intended to give you a chance to find out what has been happening across the Day Opportunities scheme in Pembrokeshire, and to keep you up to date with news and developments within the scheme. Below, you will find links to the newsletter in both English and Welsh – please feel free to click and have a read of the latest edition!

If you would like to view previous editions of Good News Stories, please also click on the link below, and you will find these on the Day Opportunities website:

Good News Stories - Pembrokeshire County Council

News from the Investors in Carers team

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-03-27 16:06:32 UTC

Good afternoon all,

We are writing to let you know that following joint discussions and collaboration between Carers Trust Crossroads West Wales and Hywel Dda University Health Board, it has been agreed that the Investors in Carers Scheme it will move into the Health Board, thus helping to mainstream and secure the future for this important area of work.

From 1st April 2024, the Investors in Carers Team will join colleagues in Hywel Dda University Health Board’s Carers Team as a core part of the organisation’s plans to support the early identification of carers. This means that the Investors in Carers Team members will have a new email address in due course, so we wanted to make sure that you were aware of this and we’ll provide further information once these new contact details are available. Carers Trust Crossroads West Wales will continue working in partnership with health colleagues to raise the profile of unpaid carers of all ages and to ensure that they are able to access the range of services available to support their wellbeing, in their life alongside caring and continue our long history of collaboration.

Regards

The Investors in Carers Team

Safer Recruitment event

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-04-08 12:43:26 UTC

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS), Wales Council for Voluntary Action (WCVA), the Mid and West Wales Safeguarding Board and Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services (PAVS) are pleased to bring you a joint event to help support your organisation to deliver safe and effective safeguarding practice.

Please see attached flyer for more information.

Monday 15^th April 2024

10.00– 15.00

Location: Pembrokeshire Archives, Prendergast, Haverfordwest SA61 2PE

This is a free event.

A light lunch and refreshments will be provided and free parking will be made available.

To book your place, please email Pembs SCWWDP Admin team at scwwdpTr@pembrokeshire.gov.uk

with your name, job title, email address, phone number and organisation name.

Screening awareness sessions

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-04-08 16:11:55 UTC

Public Health Wales Screening Division is offering free online awareness sessions on the NHS screening programmes in Wales.

The three-hour interactive session is aimed at people who:

· have an active role in promoting health in their community or workplace and want to raise awareness of the NHS Wales screening programmes

· can have conversations and share screening information in ways which are best suited to the people they work with; and

· can signpost people to screening resources including accessible formats.  

The session will provide you with information about the adult screening programmes including how people will be invited, who will be invited and the test.

The session will explore screening health inequalities, discuss why people may or may not take part in screening when invited and how they can overcome the barriers they face.

Booking your space on the session is quick and easy. Visit:

Community Training and Education - Public Health Wales (nhs.wales ),

choose your preferred date and language and complete a short registration form.

To find out more about the different screening programmes visit: phw.nhs.wales/screening  

Pharmacy services in Pembrokeshire

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-04-10 16:57:35 UTC

There is also the 111 Service Availability Tool which is helpful to check live availability of a service (e.g. if the regular pharmacist is on holiday then the service may not be available that particular day) NHS 111 Wales - Services near you

Have Your Say - Banking Survey

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-04-11 13:25:30 UTC

Your views matter - Banking Survey

As many of you will be aware many voluntary organisations are having problems with opening new bank accounts and responding to increased requirements from banks for information about trustees and signatories .

A stakeholder group which includes the Charity Commission, NCVO, Charity Finance Group is running a survey to gain further insights and data about these issues. The results of which inform future influencing work, and shared with the Financial Conduct Authority who are looking into this issue.

The deadline for responses is 15^th May:

English – https://forms.office.com/e/iqjFBHBuYa
Welsh – https://forms.office.com/e/SP9DBuux7t

Please take 5 minutes to complete this survey.

Have Your Say - Local authority information advice and assistance (IAA) and carers’ needs assessments survey

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-04-11 18:11:33 UTC

A Welsh Government task and finish group has been established to focus on identification and promotion of national best practice in the provision of advice, information and assistance to unpaid carers and carers’ needs assessments.

This survey has been issued to all 22 local authorities in Wales to ascertain a clear and concise picture of current arrangements, in particular how well local authorities adhere to section 17 and section 24 of the Social Services and Wellbeing (Wales) Act 2014.

We would be very grateful if you could complete this short survey. The closing date to respond is 03 May 2024.

The West Wales Regional Partnership Board (WWRPB) is looking for citizen representatives

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-04-12 22:23:23 UTC

The West Wales Regional Partnership Board (WWRPB) is looking for citizen representatives. The WWRP is a team of local councils, the NHS, community groups, and the Welsh Government working together to ensure everyone in West Wales has access to quality health and social care. By working together, we can share resources and find new ways to help our communities and use our funding. We are looking for people to be involved in these decisions across West Wales.

As a citizen representative, you have the opportunity to:

Share your experiences of health and social care in West Wales.
Make recommendations for improvement.
Hold the WWRPB to account.
We're also starting a new group called the Citizen Engagement Board! This is a meeting for people in West Wales who wants to share their ideas and experiences about health and social care.

If you live in Ceredigion, Pembrokeshire, or Carmarthenshire and are:

Someone who uses health and social care services in West Wales (Service User Representatives – West Wales Regional Partnership Board (wwrpb.org.uk ))
A carer (Carer Representatives – West Wales Regional Partnership Board (wwrpb.org.uk ))
Someone living with dementia (Dementia Representatives – West Wales Regional Partnership Board (wwrpb.org.uk ))

And are interested in getting involved, please contact us at wwrpb@carmarthenshire.gov.uk or visit our website West wales – West Wales Regional Partnership Board (wwrpb.org.uk) to learn more about the role!

Community Responses to the Cost of Living Crisis - Online launch event

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-04-29 15:37:59 UTC

This online launch will see us share core findings of our latest research into how communities continue to respond to the cost-of-living crisis and outline the changes we want to see. You’ll also hear directly from community organisations at the heart of this work and have the opportunity to ask questions and comment on the research.

West Wales Regional Partnership Board Newsletter

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-04-29 17:14:23 UTC

Please click on the link above to access the first edition of the West Wales Partnership Board Newsletter, which we trust provides a helpful insight into the work the RPB Team and its partners have undertaken recently. Please feel free to share with anyone you think may be interested.

The newsletter will be published bilingually and in addition to circulating to colleagues, partners and stakeholders directly, will be available on our website.

The team is already planning the next edition, including features on RPB Team members and the work they do on behalf of the RPB across the region and are keen to include content from members of the wider partnership, so please do not hesitate to get in touch at wwrpb@carmarthenshire.gov.uk.

Child & Family Poverty Survey Report: Can you spare a few minutes?

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-05-01 08:40:24 UTC

Annual Child & Family Poverty Surveys 2024

NOW OPEN

Each year, Children in Wales, in partnership with the End Child Poverty Network Cymru (ECPN), conduct the Child & Family Poverty Surveys. The findings from these surveys help us identify and understand more about the current issues and impact poverty has on children, young people and families in Wales.

Your voices really do make a difference. For example, last year’s survey findings were widely disseminated and used to influence, inform and change practice and policy across Wales. They were also used for reports by Public Health Wales and to inform the new Child Poverty Strategy, launched in January 2024.

Whatever your role or sector, your experiences and views are greatly valued and important to us. Whether you’re a practitioner, educator, policy maker or manager, if your role includes a remit for children, young people and families, we want to hear from you.

Please take 15 minutes to complete the survey.

We have 3 surveys, 1 for practitioners and professionals, 1 for parents and carers and 1 for children and young people themselves:

Survey for practitioners and professionals

Survey for parents and carers

Survey for children and young people

All surveys will close by 5 June 2024

We are looking for as much engagement as possible and would appreciate your help in disseminating the surveys to your colleagues, networks and, where possible, to parents and children and young people as it is crucial that we also hear from them directly.

We will publish and widely disseminate the findings in October. Our aim is that the findings will again help to shape and inform policy and practice in Wales.

Thank you for your support.

Join us for Hywel Dda UHB's Arts and Health Charter Online Launch

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-05-02 15:57:58 UTC

Please join us for the launch of Hywel Dda University Health Board’s

Arts and Health Charter

Date: Tuesday 21st May 2024

Time: 12.30pm - 13:00pm

Via Microsoft Teams

As part of UK Creativity and Wellbeing Week

Hosted by Eleanor Marks, Vice Chair of Hywel Dda Health Board.

Putting creativity at the heart of health and wellbeing

Join us for a short bilingual launch with guest speakers at 12:30pm

You are also warmly invited to join us for singing and breathing sessions with the Welsh National Opera at:

12:00pm – 12:30pm Singing in Welsh

12:30pm – 13:00pm Launch

13:00pm – 13:30pm Singing in English

In partnership with the Arts Council of Wales.

What is Arts and Health?

Arts and Health is used to refer to all work with creativity, arts and culture that supports people’s health and wellbeing.

By ‘Arts and Health’ we mean all artforms and may include visual arts and craft, music, dance, theatre, creative writing, storytelling, singing and more. Arts and Health is delivered by skilled arts and health practitioners, artists, musicians, dancers, writers and theatre makers in collaboration with patients, staff and communities.

Some brilliant examples are – Live music to soothe and comfort patients, dance for falls prevention, singing to improve lung health and memory, visual arts to improve mental health and wellbeing.

What is the Arts and Health Charter?

Our public promise to integrate the arts into the work of the health board making it an integral part of how we deliver health and wellbeing services.

Please join us as we celebrate its launch and share what it means for you and how you can get involved.

Please click on the link to register your attendance

Hywel Dda UHB Arts and Health Charter Online Launch Registration Form (office.com)

*You will receive a link to join

after registering*

The launch event is free to attend, limited spaces available, we recommend registering soon to avoid disappointment.

Do you have a learning disability? Do you support someone who does?

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-05-02 16:00:38 UTC

www.whereiwanttolive.co.uk

Date for your diary - Dementia Action Week 13-19 May 2024

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-05-02 16:21:33 UTC

Dementia Action Week

Dementia Action Week is our annual campaign that brings people together from across the country under a unified theme to take action on dementia.

Dementia Action Week 2024

This year, Dementia Action Week will run from 13-19 May 2024. We will continue to update this page with more information in the coming months.

What is Dementia Action Week?

Dementia Action Week is an awareness raising campaign. Each year, Alzheimer's Society works with individuals and organisations across the UK to encourage people to act on dementia.

Carers Week 2024's theme has been launched

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-05-02 16:23:38 UTC

National charities join to launch theme for this year’s Carers Week and to raise awareness of 5.7 million unpaid carers across the UK.

Today Carers UK and charity supporters have shared the theme for Carers Week 2024, which is 'Putting Carers on the Map'.

Millions of people across the UK care, unpaid, for a friend or family member who due to illness, disability, a mental health condition or addiction cannot cope without their support.

It is estimated that they save the economy £162 million a year – the equivalent of a second NHS. Yet, many carers feel their role is forgotten and invisible.

Carers Week, taking place from 10–16 June 2024, is a UK-wide awareness campaign seeking to increase visibility for carers with decision makers, services, employers, communities, and businesses.

The new theme for 2024 aims to galvanize activity in a general election year, to highlight the increasing pressures carers and to campaign for much-needed recognition and support.

This includes raising awareness about the challenges carers face which impact on their finances, employment, health and wellbeing and ensuring policymakers and politicians take steps to better support carers’ needs.

A staggering 82% of carers surveyed by Carers UK said the impact of caring on their physical and mental health would be a challenge over the coming year, with nearly 60% adding that being valued as a carer would improve their wellbeing.

Helen Walker, chief executive of Carers UK said:

We want carers to know they are not forgotten, and they are not alone. The dedicated, committed support unpaid carers provide day in day out has been valued as the equivalent of a second NHS, but often carers tell us that they feel unseen and undervalued. Many are at breaking point, facing challenges managing caring alongside their own health and wellbeing – with 78% of carers worried about being unable to care in the future.

“Recognition for carers in their communities and at national government level during an election year, has never been more important – making Carers Week a vital opportunity to put carers on the map.”

Health & Wellbeing Facilitator – PAVS

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-05-07 11:52:59 UTC

Are you looking for a role where you can help influence and shape the planning, delivery and evaluation of care, support and wellbeing services across Pembrokeshire?

As our Third Sector Health & Wellbeing Facilitator, you’ll be playing an active and important role in bringing together different organisations and groups across the county who can offer support and information to people with a range of care requirements.

You’ll also be working alongside public sector partners, providing information and feedback from service users and community members amongst others to help shape and influence future provision.

This varied and interesting role is a full time position, working 37 hours per week and is offered on a fixed term basis initially to 31st March 2025. The primary base for the role is the PAVS offices in Haverfordwest, with a hybrid working option.

Salary: £28,312 p.a.

Full details of the position are available on the job description below.

Third Sector Health and Wellbeing Facilitator role SL

Third Sector Health and Wellbeing Facilitator role SL_Welsh

Closing date: Monday 20th May 2024 – 9am

Shortlisting: Wednesday 22nd May 2024

Interviews: Friday 24th May 2024

To apply for the position please complete the application form and equal opportunities form and return to recruitment@pavs.org.uk

Application Form GUIDANCE NOTES Bilingual

Application Form

PAVS EQUAL OPPORTUNITY FORM

Deaf Awareness Week -It Does Matter

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-05-08 14:36:43 UTC

This Deaf Awareness Week, RNID is releasing new research, highlighting the negative attitudes and lack of understanding people who are deaf or have hearing loss face every day.

Find out more

Over 8,000 people took part in our survey, so we have some very strong evidence about the way deaf people and people with hearing loss feel, as well as the attitudes of the general public.

The key findings

Over the last year, two thirds of deaf people and people with hearing loss have experienced negative attitudes from others. Nearly half say they are ignored in public by most people, and – if they miss the conversation first time – millions are being dismissed and told ‘it doesn’t matter.’

One person summed it up by saying “when you say it doesn’t matter, I feel like I don’t matter”. This quote, from someone who took part in our research, struck a big chord with me. Nobody should feel they don’t matter.

The negative experiences our communities are facing day-in-day-out build up to have a huge impact on the lives of millions of people. People are feeling excluded, patronised, losing confidence. That has to change. Don’t just take it from us, meet one of our storytellers, Sarah.

But while there’s a lot to do, I hope you – like me – finish reading the report with a great sense of hope. Rather than any deeply held negativity towards people who are deaf or have hearing loss, what we have found from the public is simply a lack of awareness about hearing loss and deafness. As a result, the general public don’t have the confidence and knowledge to communicate effectively. Together, we can change this.

Please get in touch

If you’d be interested in having further conversations about the report, please do get in touch with me or your main point of contact at RNID. It’s critical that we all work to change attitudes and behaviours so that people who are deaf or have hearing loss are included in all aspects of life.

We'd love it if you’d share the report among your networks. Please feel free to do this and use the hashtag #ItDoesMatter.

Thank you so much for your support,

Kind regards

Jo Hobson

Development Manager – Wales and North England

Best way to contact me: email or phone

Tel: 0203 2276024

Mob: 07920401246

Working days: Monday-Friday

joanne.hobson@rnid.org.uk

Invitation: Creative Curiosity Celebration

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-05-15 08:28:47 UTC

Preseli Cares is community-led care where the community is in the lead finding solutions to care.

We’d like to invite you to a drop in event this Friday 17th May from 2.30 to 5.30 pm in Canolfan Hermon.

See flyer below for full details.

We’ve worked with Span Arts to take a more creative approach to helping people express and articulate their ideas for better caring arrangements in communities, delivered with communities. We’ll be showcasing the voices of our communities expressed through art projects including young people using digital arts.

There will be pizza and flapjacks provided by young people from the Lighthouse Project along with refreshments.

Please do drop in as our work is an important contribution to the future of care services which address the wider determinants of health and well-being.

Thank you / Diolch yn fawr.

Third Sector Focus Groups - Ministerial Task & Finish Group on the Democratic Health of Town & Community Councils

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-05-16 13:08:28 UTC

We are pleased to invite you to join an online focus group for voluntary and community groups that will take place via Microsoft Teams. These conversations will help the Ministerial task & finish group to develop options for the Cabinet Secretary to consider in order to address the challenges & opportunities for the community and town council sector.

We have two dates available:

30^th May 2024 10.00am-11.30am

31^st May 2024 1.30pm-3.00pm

If you are interested in participating in the focus group, please reply to Demo Health Group / Grŵp Iechyd Democrataidd DemoHealthGroup@gov.wales indicating your preferred date and language (Welsh or English), and we will send you a link to join the Microsoft Teams meeting.

Please note that the focus group will be recorded for research purposes, but your identity and personal information will be kept confidential and anonymised in any reports or publications.

We look forward to hearing from you and hope you can join us.

Kind regards

Democratic Health Task & Finish Group – Secretariat

WWRPB Carers Strategy Survey

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-05-16 13:46:09 UTC

The West Wales Regional Partnership Board (WWRPB) has launched a new survey to gather your views on support for carers in West Wales.

The survey is aimed for those who provide care for a person, have previously provided care, or an organisation which supports carers.

Your views on the services in West Wales will inform the Carers Strategy 2025 – 2030, which guides and prioritises the work that is required across West Wales.

The survey will open for responses from Monday 13th May at 17:30 and will close on Monday 24th June 2024 at 17:30.

The survey is completely anonymous.

Share your views and take the survey by clicking here:

https://online1.snapsurveys.com/interview/fb126909-8200-44fa-a166-a3665e57f521

Newport Memorial Hall event on Rural Transport

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-05-16 13:51:17 UTC

The Transport and Health Integrated research NetworK – THINK is a collaboration between the psychology dept of Aberystwyth University and Public Health Wales and we want to hear what communities in rural West Wales need when it comes to transport.

Please join the THINK team on Friday 31^st May 10:30 – 13:30 at Newport Memorial Hall in Pembrokeshire for a workshop where we will explore the transport needs for the local community. This will help inform future research on rural transport needs with the aim of improving rural transport provision in Wales.

The workshop doors open at the Garden Room at 10:00 for a start of 10:30 and wraps up at 13:00 for a complimentary lunch. Workshop spaces can be reserved here https://NewportTransportNeedsWorkshop.eventbrite.co.uk

At the same time in the main hall we have PACTO providing information about local transport options including the bookable bus service and Sustrans will be doing children’s basic scooter skills sessions. If you do not have the time to attend the workshop then drop into the main hall and tell us your transport woes and wishes.

If you know people who would like to attend but are struggling with transport to get there, please let me know as we are trying to arrange community transport so that transport isn’t a barrier to attendance.

If you have any questions, please let me know.

Many thanks,

Amy Nicholass

News, Events & Opportunities - The Transport and Health Integrated research NetworK (THINK) (aber.ac.uk )

Newyddion - Rhwydwaith Ymchwil Integredig Trafnidiaeth ac Iechyd (THINK) (aber.ac.uk )

Project Officer - Transport and Health Integrated research NetworK (THINK)

Psychology
P5, Aberystwyth University, Penglais Campus, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, SY23 3BF

Phone: +44 (0) 1970 628438

Website: Transport and Health Integrated research NetworK (THINK)

Find me on Linkedin

Pronouns: she/her

Working Days: Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays

Social Enterprise Networking Event 13th of June - Queens Hall

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-05-20 09:37:28 UTC

YouTube

Hapus: Starting A National Conversation on Mental Wellbeing

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-06-04 18:21:39 UTC

Hapus: Starting A National Conversation on Mental Wellbeing

Date and Time: Monday 8th of July 1:30pm- 4pm

Join us for the opening of the 'Hapus National Conversation' on mental wellbeing.

Promoting mental wellbeing is a high priority in Wales with a new 10year Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy for Wales including a specific focus on protecting and improving mental wellbeing.

Hapus is facilitated by Public Health Wales and aims to initiate and sustain a national conversation that encourages individuals and communities to prioritise their mental wellbeing and to engage with activities that protect and promote mental wellbeing.

Join us to learn about mental wellbeing, what it is and what influences it and how you can support the national conversation.

You will also have the opportunity to take part in a wellbeing-promoting activity to help boost your own mental wellbeing.

Hapus: Dechrau Sgwrs Genedlaethol ar Les Meddyliol Dyddiad ac Amser: Dydd Llun 8 Gorffennaf 1:30pm-4:00pm

Ymunwch â ni ar gyfer agoriad 'Sgwrs Genedlaethol Hapus' ar les meddwl. Mae hybu lles meddwl yn flaenoriaeth uchel yng Nghymru gyda Strategaeth Iechyd Meddwl a Lles 10 mlynedd newydd i Gymru yn cynnwys ffocws penodol ar ddiogelu a gwella lles meddwl.

Mae Hapus yn cael ei hwyluso gan Iechyd Cyhoeddus Cymru a’i nod yw cychwyn a chynnal sgwrs genedlaethol sy’n annog unigolion a chymunedau i flaenoriaethu eu lles meddyliol ac i ymgysylltu â gweithgareddau sy’n amddiffyn a hyrwyddo lles meddwl. Ymunwch â ni i ddysgu am les meddwl, beth ydyw a beth sy’n dylanwadu arno a sut y gallwch gefnogi’r sgwrs genedlaethol.

Byddwch hefyd yn cael y cyfle i gymryd rhan mewn gweithgaredd hybu lles, i helpu'ch lles meddyliol eich hun.

Screening awareness sessions - Reminder

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-06-04 18:58:28 UTC

Screening awareness sessions - Reminder

We would like to take this opportunity to remind you about our upcoming online NHS Screening awareness session.

The three-hour interactive session is aimed at people who have an active role in promoting health in their community or workplace and want to raise awareness of the NHS Wales screening programmes.

The session will provide you with information about the adult screening programmes and explore screening health inequalities.

Booking your space on the session is quick and easy. Visit:

Community Training and Education - Public Health Wales (nhs.wales ),

choose your preferred date and language and complete a short registration form.

Click here for English translation

Sesiynau ymwybyddiaeth o sgrinio - Nodyn atgoffa

Hoffem achub ar y cyfle hwn i'ch atgoffa am ein sesiwn ymwybyddiaeth o Sgrinio’r GIG ar-lein sydd ar ddod.

Mae’r sesiwn ryngweithiol tair awr o hyd wedi’i hanelu at bobl sydd â rôl weithredol mewn hybu iechyd yn eu cymuned neu weithle ac sydd am godi ymwybyddiaeth o raglenni sgrinio GIG Cymru.

Bydd y sesiwn yn rhoi gwybodaeth i chi am y rhaglenni sgrinio i oedolion ac yn archwilio anghydraddoldebau iechyd sgrinio.

Mae archebu lle ar y sesiwn yn gyflym ac yn hawdd. Ewch i:

Hyfforddiant ac Addysg Gymunedol - Iechyd Cyhoeddus Cymru (gig.cymru ),dewiswch y dyddiad a'r iaith sydd orau gennych a chwblhewch ffurflen gofrestru fer.

Rhannwch yr wybodaeth hon gyda'ch cydweithwyr.

I gael rhagor o wybodaeth am y gwahanol raglenni sgrinio ewch i: https://icc.gig.cymru/gwasanaethau-a-thimau/sgrinio/

Carers Survey for West Wales

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-06-06 10:52:05 UTC

Online awareness raising sessions: National Framework for Commissioning Care and Support

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-06-06 14:11:15 UTC

Dear Colleague,

In March 2024, the Deputy Minister for Social Services issued a written statement detailing the next steps in the Government’s Rebalancing Care and Support Programme.

A National Framework for the Commissioning of Care and Support will be the legislative framework, which will apply to the commissioning of care and support services by health boards, NHS trusts, and local authorities. It will set the principles and standards for commissioning practice and reduce complexity.

The code will shortly be laid before the Senedd and come into force in September 2024.

This statutory Code of Practice will be issued under section 145 of the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act 2014, constituting guidance under section 169 of the Act.

Welsh Ministers will direct Local Health Boards and NHS Trusts under the NHS (Wales) Act 2006 to exercise their functions in accordance with the requirements contained within this Code when exercising their respective function.

The National Office for Care and Support is working in partnership with the National Commissioning Board to undertake a series of MS Teams (online) awareness raising sessions are planned for:

i. Commissioners, planners and professionals with responsibility for implementing the Code (90-minute detailed sessions, with opportunities to ask questions).

ii. Wider stakeholders, including care providers, board and elected members, and allied professionals, including finance, legal, audit (30-minute overview sessions, with limited time for interaction).

The dates, times and links for the sessions are detailed below.

Sesiynau manwl 90-munud -- 90-minute detailed sessions:

Mehefin 17 June 2024 @ 11.00 - 12.30 yp/pm: Click here to join meeting

Mehefin 19 June 2024 @ 09.30 - 11.00 yb/am: Click here to join meeting

Mehefin 28 June 2024 @ 09.30 - 11.00 yb/am: Click here to join meeting

Gorffenaf 9 July 2024 @ 11.30 - 13.00 yp/pm: Click here to join meeting

Gorffenaf 11 July 2024 @ 11.30 - 13.00 yp/pm: Click here to join meeting

Am fwy o wybodaeth, cysylltwch â -- For further information, please contact:

Bwrdd Comisiynu Cenedlaethol -- National Commissioning Board: lucy.richardson@wlga.gov.uk

Swyddfa Genedlaethol ar gyfer Gofal a Chymorth -- National Office for Care and Support: NationalOffice@gov.wales

Newid: Exciting opportunity for third sector organisations

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-06-06 14:13:39 UTC

ProMo Cymru, through the Newid project, has an exciting opportunity for you to join our design challenge to explore how digital can enhance your services. Follow the Discover, Define, Develop process to prototype an impactful, person-centred digital service in eight weeks!

What you’ll gain:

Practical knowledge to design person-centred digital services
Real-life problem-solving experience
New ways of working and testing solutions
Expert mentoring and guidance
Access to digital tools and resources

Important dates

Introduction webinar: 17th June, 10 am - 1 pm [ONLINE].

In-person prototyping workshop: 17th July, 9.30-4.30 pm [IN-PERSON], location TBD.

Closing webinar: 14th August, 10 am - 1 pm [ONLINE]

Not sure if you want to commit to the full 8 weeks?

Join us for our introduction to designing digital services webinar to get a taster and discover the power of service design.

What is Newid?

Newid promotes good digital practice across the third sector in Wales. We do this by providing training, support and information. It is a partnership between ProMo Cymru, Cwmpas and WCVA and supported by The Centre for Digital Public Services. See more of our work on our website.

PAVS Appoints New Chief Officer

PAVS_HealthWB — 2024-06-11 11:20:23 UTC

Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services is delighted to announce the appointment of Jessica Bickerton as the new Chief Executive Officer for the organisation. Her appointment comes as the organisation prepares to bid farewell to Sue Leonard, who will be retiring at the end of August after over 20 years of service, 16 of those as Chief Officer.

Jess joins PAVS having worked for the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office for 25 years. Her role has seen her work around the globe with involvement in aid programmes, supporting international crises, and organising major events such as the Coronation.

Since moving to Pembrokeshire five years ago, she has been keen to bring her skills and experience to her local community. Jess says “the opportunity to lead PAVS – with its strong reputation and track record of making a difference to the voluntary sector, communities, and individuals – was too compelling. I will be stepping into some big shoes though!”.

Sue Leonard, current Chief Officer notes “PAVS is a great organisation and one that I have been proud to lead over the past 16 years. I can’t quite believe that I have reached retirement age and that the time has come to hand over to someone new. I am confident that Jess brings an excellent skills set to the PAVS team alongside a genuine commitment to the County. I know the Association will be in safe hands for the future.”

“With Sue’s retirement we knew we would have big shoes to fill, and tasked ourselves with finding a new inspirational leader to support the great work PAVS carries out,” says Claire Incledon, Chair of the Board of Trustees, “we are delighted to have appointed Jess and are confident that she will continue to develop PAVS and support the vital work of the third sector in our community”.

Jess is due to start her new role at PAVS in mid-August and is looking forward to getting to know our members and partners over the weeks that follow. In the meantime, you are welcome to come and meet Jess and say goodbye to Sue in the Community Zone at the Pembrokeshire County Show, taking place on 14^th and 15^th August 2024.