We use our toothbrushes twice a day and when the time comes to replace them, most end up in landfill sites across the UK.   At Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, we are working hard to reduce our environmental footprint and have launched a free toothbrush recycling scheme to make it easier to dispose of dental waste in an environmentally friendly way. 

Health Minister Eluned Morgan has launched a new policy to support people waiting for treatment, which will help prevent some of the 6,000 last-minute cancellations of treatment on the NHS in Wales. The 3Ps Waiting Well Policy will ensure that support and information is easily accessible to those who waiting for treatment.

The Deputy Minister for Social Services, Julie Morgan, has praised the impact of the second Young Carers’ Festival in Wales. Building on the success of the inaugural event last year, this year’s festival has attracted even more young carers for three days of activities, fun and relaxation in Builth Wells.

Interested in a challenging career in the third sector?

Welsh Government Culture Grant Scheme for Grassroot Organisations – now open

Vacancy for a Community Buildings Admin Assistant (Part Time). Closing Date for Applications: 12pm, Monday 18th September 2023. Interview Date: Monday 25th September 2023

An all-Wales network for professionals and organisations to make health and care services “climate smart” has had a significant rebrand. Green Health Wales, which launched its new website on Monday, August 21, wants to bring together like-minded people who recognise that the climate and ecological emergency is also a health emergency.

August 11th 2023 marks the official opening of two new specialised trauma clinics for adult and paediatric patients at the University Hospital of Wales (UHW).

On August 14, Cardiff and Vale University Health Board hosted an event for South Asian Heritage Month (18 July - 17 August), a celebration of the cultures and histories of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, and the Maldives.

Mark your calendar for Thursday, 24 August at 2pm as we bring you an enlightening online session.

We’ll be making a small update to the hygiene service from 15th August, in terms of the way we replace bags.

Powerhouse Hub - First Wednesday of the month (2:00 - 3:30pm)

Ely & Caerau Hub - Second Friday of the month (1:00 – 2:30pm)

Rhiwbina Hub - Third Wednesday of the month (2:00 – 3:30pm)

STAR Hub - Last Monday of the Month (2:00 – 3:30pm)

Talk and Support counselling service – Wales Adults affected by epilepsy and their carers can experience difficult times in their lives. Talking to someone you trust can make a real difference.

40 hours - Vale & Valleys Area with occasional travel to Newtown, Powys £27,836 to £29,300 Closing date for applications is: Midnight on Tuesday 5 September 2023 Interview Date: Friday 15 September 2023 

Carers Wales have a calendar of free online training and well-being/information sessions coming up for carers in August and September.

Caring for those you love can be the most natural thing in the world, but that doesn’t mean you don’t need support.

If you provide care for a friend or family member, you may be an unpaid carer or a young carer.

Vacancy for a Children and Young Persons Service Manager. Closing date is Wednesday 30th August 2023.

Vacancy for an Adult Services Manager. Closing date is 30th August 2023

Vacancies at Vision 21 for V21 Reception Skills Project Leader and V21 Learning & Grow projects Cover Worker. Closing date for both vacancies is 12 noon 6th September 2023

The Coastal Capacity Building Scheme is funding local projects in coastal areas in Wales and bringing together partners to tackle the climate emergency.