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Halton & St Helens VCA in conjunction with Probado would like to invite you to a Workshop on Cyber Security and General Data Protection (GDPR). The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) comes into force on the 25th May 2018 replacing the Data Protection Act. The new regulation will impact how organisations store and manage their personal data. Are you ready?... Evening Caretaker and Centre Assistant Crownway Community Centre in Earlestown is looking for a responsible, committed and skilled person to join the staff team in the New Year. They will require a part-time Evening Caretaker / General Assistant from February 2018 onwards to support in the smooth running of the community centre. The main responsibility of the role will be to maintain a secure on-site presence, working flexibly Monday to Friday between the evening hours of 5.00pm – 9.30pm, with occasional Saturdays. The suitable candidate will possess good DIY skills, have knowledge of Health and Safety guidelines, good customer service skills as basic café duties will be required, and a willingness to learn new things... Macmillan Community Wellbeing Administrator Wellbeing Enterprises CIC are looking for an experienced and highly organised Administration Officer to ensure the smooth running of a community wellbeing service working in partnership with Liverpool Clinical Commissioning Group and funded by Macmillan Cancer Support. The successful candidate will provide administrative support to the project delivery team and will be responsible for developing and implementing efficient and effective administrative processes and procedures... Coma Along And Have Your Say On GP Services In Halton A new GP Federation has been set up in Halton. The Federation is a group of general practices working together within the local community. As a result, the Federation believe this will give patients and local communities the health and social care services and outcomes they deserve. The aim is to strengthen the capacity of practices, to develop new services out of hospital and to also ensure that all patients have access to the same level of care, no matter where they live in the Borough. By working together, sharing knowledge and resources, our GP Practices can run more efficiently and improve the quality of services they provide... Digital Champion Volunteers are helping residents, who are out of work, gain confidence using computers in Halton and St Helens. They are part of a project called Include-IT Mersey which focuses on helping over 40’s get online and supporting them to become job ready. Volunteer Coordinator, Sally Dobbing, is recruiting volunteers now. “Digital Champion Volunteers can make a significant difference to people’s lives, they just need to be able to chat to people and be confident using a computer. Volunteering is an excellent opportunity to help others, gain new skills, meet new people, gain work experience or improve your CV.”... Billinge and Garswood Christmas Day Lunch This year, volunteers from the area are planning an event on Christmas Day – Billinge and Senely Green Community Christmas - whereby local Billinge and Garswood residents will be invited to attend a traditional 3 course lunch, complete with carols, presents, entertainment, and all the cheer of the festive season. For the Billinge and Senely Green event, they are hoping to accommodate up to 50 guests, and the invitation is open to anyone who may find themselves alone on Christmas Day – be they elderly, living with a mental or physical health condition, socially isolated, or simply find themselves alone for whatever reason. As long as they are over the age of 18 they will be welcome to attend... Groundwork's Green Doctors are looking for community groups throughout Halton to speak too about Affordable Warmth. The Green Doctors have a wealth of knowledge around Smart Metering, switching energy suppliers, finding the best deals on electricity and gas and many other things, such as applying for Warm Home Discount, finding and applying for grants to help with upgrading central heating systems, loft and cavity wall insulation etc. If you are a group that would be interested in a session about Affordable Warmth please get in touch with Alison... John Moores Foundation Has Moved As of 25th October 2017 John Moores Foundation has moved premises to 1st Floor, 96 Bold Street, Liverpool, L1 4HY (above News from Nowhere bookshop). They are now accepting applications on a first come, first served basis; final funding decisions are normally made 3 to 5 months after receipt of application. John Moores Foundation fund a wide range of local organisations supporting their communities... Knights House Fund For Groups And Individuals in Widnes The Knights House Fund aims to support people in the borough of Widnes who are in conditions of need, hardship or distress. The fund will fund both voluntary and community groups that are working in the Widnes area on a wide range of charitable projects and also individuals in need of additional help and support... Age UK are having a Christmas Craft Fayre at on Sunday 26th November at 10:30am-3.00pm. Activities include things like Local creative craft stalls/Tombola/Donkey rides and a Santa Grotto. Free entry (£5 to see Santa with a gift)... Free Winter Health Event - NHS Halton Clinical Commissioning Group Save the Date: 20th November 2017, 4pm to 7pm at Halton Stadium. NHS Halton Clinical Commissioning Group are holding a FREE Winter Health Event at Halton Stadium. Find out about everything that impacts the NHS during the Winter months. You will find out about Flu, how to save money and how to stay warm and healthy during the Winter. There will also be a health debate with NHS Halton CCG's Chief Officer, Dave Sweeney... The Ways to Work project can offer grants for businesses that employ Halton residents that are registered Ways to Work customers for 6 months: Funding covers salary costs at national minimum/living wage; Must not displace any existing roles; Minimum of 35 hrs per week (some part time placements available)... CPD Experiential Workshop For Professionals Who Work With Children Chorley Central Library is holding 3 one day workshops covering the following topics: Understanding Anger and Giving Children the Tools to Help Themselves; Working Therapeutically With Children Who Have Special Needs; and Working In Schools. Each day costs £80 or book all 3 days for £225... Funding Bulletins from Halton Borough Council - November Our colleagues from Halton Borough Council’s External Funding Team have prepared some Funding Bulletins containing valuable information for voluntary organisations looking for grants to get projects off the ground. The Monthly funding bulletins offering information on funding opportunities in the following areas: Arts, Community & Voluntary, Environment & Heritage, European, Faith, Health, Schools, Sports and Youth... Don't Forget... Volunteer Centre Halton Christmas Quiz Volunteer Centre Halton are holding their Free Christmas Quiz for volunteers & volunteer co-ordinators on Monday 4 December, 7.30-10pm at St Marie's, Lugsdale Road, Widnes WA8 6DB. Sandwich supper provided, bring your own tipple. Teams of 6 (at least one must be a volunteer), if you need help raising a full team, we can help to fill your team...
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