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Walk-In Appointments still available at MVCs for Flu and COVID-19 Vaccinations
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board are still accepting walk-in appointments for your flu vaccination and COVID-19 Autumn Booster for all eligible groups until 31 March.
More than 90% of young care leavers sign up for Basic Income pilot scheme
More than 90% of young care leavers who are eligible have signed up for the Basic Income pilot scheme in the first 6 months since it was launched.
Women Connect First invitation to their International Women’s Day event
Women Connect First annual International Women’s Day event taking place on Monday 13th March, 2023 at City Hall, Cardiff.
Sign our Young Carers Pledge
For Young Carers Action Day - Wednesday 15 March 2023 – Carers Trust are asking MPs, organisations and individuals to pledge their support for young carers and young adult carers.
Spring COVID booster programme for over 75s and most vulnerable
The Welsh Government has confirmed that a spring COVID-19 booster vaccination programme will begin on 1st April for the most vulnerable, including people over 75.
Warm Spaces – Free events at Cowbridge and Llantwit Major Libraries during March
As part of the Vale Council’s Warm Spaces initiative, funding was secured to put on free events and activities at Cowbridge and Llantwit Major Libraries. Libraries have always been warm, welcoming spaces with access to free Wi-Fi, computers, study areas, books, and other resources and so are ideally placed to offer a Warm Space to the residents of the Vale.
Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon Miss Indu Deglurkar recognised for her outstanding surgical outcomes
We are delighted that Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon Miss Indu Deglurkar has been recognised for her outstanding surgical outcomes.
Views sought on a new review process following a person’s harm or death
A public consultation seeking views on making the review process following a person’s death easier and quicker for families has opened.
NHS Wales’ George Cross takes centre stage at St Fagans
The George Cross presented to the NHS in Wales has gone on display to the nation at the St Fagans National Museum of History.
Cardiff & Vale University Health Board’s Shaping Our Future Wellbeing Strategy (Copy)
Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, our existing ten-year strategy, was launched back in 2015, following its development with colleagues, stakeholders and the public. In January and February 2023, we are engaging with colleagues across the organisation, as well as some of our key stakeholders, to begin the development of our refreshed strategy. We will be hosting many workshops and events to gather as much feedback as possible.
Small Grants Scheme for Community Buildings e.g. Community Centres, Village Halls and Church Halls in the Vale of Glamorgan
A grants scheme to help Community Buildings in the Vale of Glamorgan to assist them during the current Cost of Living Crisis.
Health and wellbeing in Wales promoted across Europe
Wales’s commitment to health and wellbeing and putting health at the heart of policies has been showcased at a World Health Organisation (WHO) event in Copenhagen.
New innovative test to improve maternal care being used in North Wales
New breakthroughs, including a diagnostic test for a condition that can cause still births, are improving healthcare across Wales, supported by a new Innovation Strategy for Wales.
Action For Elders want to hear your views on what older people really want from their local community.
During this time of crisis bringing communities together is all important. Make your voice heard by taking a few minutes to tell us how connected you feel with your community and help us to develop life - changing programmes or campaigns with you in mind.
Rare Disease Day 2023
To celebrate Rare Disease Day 2023, Cardiff and the Vale University Health Board has taken a look at the progress made by those working to improve the lives of people living with rare diseases.
Marian Wyn Jones and Rowan Gardner reappointed as Independent Members of Digital Health and Care Wales (DHCW)
An announcement of public appointments.
Competences for Social Prescribing Practitioners in Wales
The consultation on the competence framework for Social Prescribing in Wales has now gone live.
The consultation deadline is Friday 24th March.
Have Your Say event 16th March
On Thursday 16th March, 2:00pm – 4:00pm in the Council Chamber, Civic Offices, Holton Road, Barry, the Vale 50+ Strategy Forum will be hosting a Have Your Say Event focused on the cost of living. The event aimed at older residents will have a number of stalls provided by local partners providing advice and support on a range of topics linked to the cost of living, tailored to older people. Everyone is welcome to attend and share the event with anyone else who they think would like to come along.
Welcome to Sylw, WCB's weekly bulletin
Please click the link to see the latest bulletin from the Wales Council of the Blind.
New Guide on Older Peoples Rights In Care Homes
The Older People’s Commissioner for Wales has launched a new guide for older people, which provides crucial information about your rights when moving into and living in a care home.