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Vacancy at Tenovus Cancer Care
We’re recruiting for a Volunteer Coordinator at Tenovus Cancer Care. Closing date is Monday 6th May 2024
Dying Matters Awareness Week - Information Event at The Paget Rooms
Marie Curie, Penarth Town Council, The Methodist Housing Association, Cherished Memories and a team of volunteers are encouraging people to get talking about death, dying and grief in whatever way, shape or form works for them for Dying Matters Awareness Week (6 -12 May 2024). Dying Matters Awareness Week is our chance to get our community talking about dying and grief.
Public Health Wales investigates ways to reduce Carbon Emissions from Microbiology Labs
Public Health Wales (PHW), in conjunction with Revolution-ZERO, has today published a report which highlights the potential to reduce carbon emissions from microbiology laboratories by investigating ways to reduce single-use plastics.
Innovative partnership with Ballet Cymru supports children and young people with juvenile arthritis
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board has collaborated with Ballet Cymru to provide artistic, creative, and inclusive support to children and young people living with juvenile arthritis.
Public appointment: Social Care Wales
The board of Social Care Wales has made 11 new appointments with one tranche starting in 2024 and another in 2025.
National Office for Care and Support formally launched
The Minister for Social Care Dawn Bowden has welcomed the launch of the new National Office for Care and Support, which marks another important step towards a National Care Service in Wales.
Prosiect Ditectifs Deiet Dolffiniaid yn Derbyn Cyllid Rhwydweithiau Natur!
Mae’n bleser gan Ymddiriedolaeth Natur De a Gorllewin Cymru (YNDGC) gyhoeddi ei bod wedi cael cymorth ariannol gan Rownd 3 Cronfa Rhwydweithiau Natur (NNF) Llywodraeth Cymru ar gyfer prosiect unigryw - Ditectifs Deiet Dolffiniaid: Datgelu Deiet Dolffiniaid ac Ymgysylltu â Chymunedau ar gyfer Cadwraeth yn y DU.
Dolphin Diet Detectives Project Receives Nature Networks Funding!
The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales (WTSWW) is delighted to announce that it has received funding support from the Welsh Government’s Nature Networks Fund Round 3 (NNF) for a unique project - Dolphin Diet Detectives: Unveiling Dolphin Diets and Engaging Communities for UK Conservation.
GVS supports organisations with relevant and inexpensive training
Recruiting, Selecting and Managing Volunteers, Being a Trustee - The Essentials, Social media for the Third Sector, An Introduction to Creating designs using Canva, Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) three-year certificate, Getting started with TikTok and Writing for your Website
Vacancies at Recovery Cymru and Cardiff and Vale Drug and Alcohol Services (CAVDAS)
We are delighted to share some exciting developments and job opportunities in Recovery Cymru and CAVDAS (Cardiff and Vale Drug and Alcohol Services). The closing date for all posts is: 6th May 2024.
Recruiting, Selecting and Managing Volunteers
This concise Recruiting, Selecting and Managing Volunteers session is essential for any organisation working with or embarking on recruiting volunteers.
NHS Wales - Service User Feedback
Thank you for your support in testing a set of questions which have been developed with colleagues in NHS Wales to help us understand patients’ experiences of care. Our testing has shown that we need to adapt some wording in the questionnaire, and we would now like to check the changes we have made.
Tackle dependency, visibility, and availability to address rapid rise in youth vaping, say public health experts
Support should be prioritised over punishment when helping young people who want to quit vaping, according to public health experts.
Survey shows strong support for schools' role in children and young people's health and wellbeing
A new survey conducted by Public Health Wales has shown that most people in Wales support schools and nurseries having a role in health and wellbeing outcomes for under 18s.
New card payment kiosk for baby scan photos installed at the University Hospital of Wales
A new card payment kiosk for scan photos has been installed in the antenatal department at the University Hospital of Wales.
Cabinet Secretary response to latest NHS Wales performance data – February and March 2024
Response from Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care, Eluned Morgan
Bro Radio set to recognise the best of its local Community
As Bro Radio celebrates 15 years of serving the Vale of Glamorgan, the local radio station has announced that its bringing back its Community Awards to celebrate everything great about living, working and visiting the County it serves. Nominations for Bro Radio's Community Awards are open until 11:59pm on Friday 3rd May 2024.
Carers Wales Volunteer Opportunity: Become a Workplace Champion
A Workplace Champion can be a vital link for working carers, signposting them to the support they need. Find out more by joining our online session on Thursday 23rd May at 12:30pm
Pink Ribbon Foundation Grants
The Pink Ribbon Foundation’s mission is to help breast cancer charities help their clients recover from their cancer and then live longer, healthier, happier lives.
The Albert Hunt Trust
The Albert Hunt Trust supports UK registered charities that provide Hospice Care, provide support for the Homeless and promote Health and Well-Being.