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Cwm Taf Morgannwg have been working with our communities to develop our Dementia Connector. This role was coproduced by people with lived experience across the Cwm Taf Morgannwg region and is an integral part of our regional approach to the delivery of the All Wales Dementia Care Pathway of Standards
 
It also directly links to the priorities of the Cwm Taf Morgannwg Regional Partnership Board which brings people together to improve services and support in Cwm Taf Morgannwg. Age Connects Morgannwg were successfully appointed to run the project and they are currently recruiting a Dementia Matters Programme Manager. The role will seek to support people who have been diagnosed with dementia regardless of age. 
 
You can find details of the role here.

 

As part of this we will also talk about our support service at Ara Recovery For All. We are the National Gambling Support Network Provider for the whole of Wales and the South West of England. All support is free and confidential. https://www.recovery4all.co.uk/gambling-help/

The impacts of gambling-related harms are significant in many aspects of someone’s life, whether financial, mental and physical health and relationships.

This 90-minute online webinar explores harms to young people caused by harmful gambling and gaming, and the routes into support and treatment. This workshop aims to help make these harms more identifiable for practitioners working with young people and adults. It is CPD Accredited, and attendees gain a certificate

Dates available Q4 2024 -

Thursday 29th February – 10:30 – 12:00

Wednesday 6th March – 10:30 – 12:00

Tuesday 12th March – 10:30 – 12:00

Please email me fayejohnson@recovery4all.co.uk with your preferred date to receive the link to the online session. Please do feel free to forward this email to colleagues or other stake holders that you feel might benefit from engaging in this training.

We are a small, independent charity in Merthyr Tydfil, working with individuals who live with disabilities and long – term health conditions, helping them overcome challenges of daily life. Our small, dedicated team deliver a Working on Wellbeing project throughout Powys and West Wales. We also work with alongside ALN students to prepare them for the world of work.

We are seeking new trustees from a diverse range of backgrounds to help guide the development of our future work and plans to continue to make a difference in our community.

We are looking for a Trustee:

  • with knowledge of funding, grant applications
  • with knowledge of communications, marketing and PR
  • with passion, enthusiasm and a desire to make a difference

We are particularly keen to hear from you if you have a background in the above criteria, but we value skills and experiences from all walks of life. If you have a passion for our work and would like to find out more, please contact us for an informal chat by emailing gareth@litc.uk.

Further information about Legacy in the Community:

https://www.litc.uk

Fundraising platform easyfundraising is offering organisations in our area a free advice call with a fundraising specialist to help you raise money easily this year.

How can easyfundraising help you with funding?

Through easyfundraising, 8,000 online shops will donate part of what your volunteers, staff and supporters spend with them back to your organisation. There is no cost as the retailer makes the donation, not the shopper. Retailers include eBay, Sainsbury’s, John Lewis, Tesco, Trainline, Asda, Booking.com, M&S, Argos, Morrisons and thousands more.

Funds raised through easyfundraising are helping good causes like yours fund projects, maintain facilities, pay for running costs, and more. As unrestricted funding, you can spend the funds on what you need most.

Why should you book a call?

easyfundraising’s research shows that organisations who have an informal chat with an expert raise more money. Your coach will show you how easyfundraising works, how to get started and give you practical advice on getting your supporters involved. And if you book a call before 29th February 2024, you’ll go in a draw to win a £100 donation and easyfundraising will also donate £1 to your organisation for each person who signs up to support you.*

What to do next

  1. If your organisation isn’t registered with easyfundraising yet, do that first by clicking here – it’s very quick and safe to do with no paperwork involved.
  2. You’ll be given the option to book a call with an easyfundraising specialist. Choose a time and date that suits you and a member of the easyfundraising team will call you.
  3. Once you’ve attended your call, you’ll be automatically entered into the prize draw for a chance to win a £100 donation and easyfundraising will also donate £1 to your organisation for each person who signs up to support you.*

Click here to register with easyfundraising and book your support call

My organisation is already registered with easyfundraising – can we have a coaching call? Yes! If you need some help getting your easyfundraising account going, book your free call here

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