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With the start of a New Year, why not try something new or different
Have you thought about getting involved in volunteering?
ACT Free Numeracy Courses
You maybe eligible for the fully funded numeracy courses though Multiply, if you are:
19+.
Living in the Vale of Glamorgan.
and do not already have a Maths GCSE at grade C or above in Maths.
Arthritis Info Session: Understanding Pain Medication
Date: Tuesday 23rd January 2024, 1pm - 3pm
Location: The Powerhouse, Roundwood, Llanedeyrn, Cardiff, Uk CF23 9PN
Free Supported Community Growing Sessions For Your Group
We have inspiring member projects across Wales who can offer fully funded, bespoke supported sessions to your group.
Neighbourhood Watch in the Vale of Glamorgan
The Vale of Glamorgan Neighbourhood Watch Association held its Annual General Meeting in the Council Offices in Barry on October 16th. Graham Sillett from Barry was elected as Chair, Jane Wattleworth from Penarth was elected as Vice-Chair and Dr. David Ellis from Llantwit Major was elected as Treasurer.
Dewch o hyd i gyfleoedd gwirfoddoli sy’n addas i chi gyda Gwirfoddoli Cymru
Eisiau gwirfoddoli ond ddim yn siŵr ble i ddechrau? Gall Gwirfoddoli Cymru eich cysylltu chi â’r mudiadau sydd eich angen. Mae Gwirfoddoli Cymru am ddim i bawb ei defnyddio, ac mae cannoedd o fudiadau eisoes yn ei defnyddio i hysbysebu eu cyfleoedd gwirfoddoli, a gallai cofrestru ddim bod yn haws.
Public Health Outcomes Framework reporting tool updated with latest data
Public Health Wales has refreshed the indicators in the Public Health Outcomes Framework reporting tool.
Welsh Government funding to crack down on illegal vaping market
The Welsh Government is providing funding to Trading Standards Wales to help tackle illegal vaping in Wales, the Deputy Minister for Mental Health and Wellbeing, Lynne Neagle, has announced.
Find volunteering opportunities that suit you with Volunteering Wales
Want to volunteer but don’t know where to start? Volunteering Wales can connect you with the organisations that need you. Volunteering Wales is free for anyone to use, and already used by hundreds of organisations to advertise their volunteering opportunities, and it couldn’t be simpler to register.
The Emergency Unit at University Hospital of Wales is currently facing significant demand
The Emergency Unit at the University Hospital of Wales is currently facing significant demand, which may mean longer waiting times. Please only attend if it is an emergency.
The innovative way the Health Board is helping to improve the lives of animals across Wales
Horses, dogs and even chickens across Wales are seeing a boost to their care, comfort and wellbeing – thanks to the way the Health Board disposes of its waste.
£8 million for community care to support people to stay well at home and reduce pressure on hospitals
Despite the extreme financial pressures on public services, the Welsh Government has held back an extra £8 million this winter to support people at greatest risk to stay well, receive care at or close to home and reduce pressure on hospitals.
Local group for over 55’s in the Penarth area
Methodist Housing Association - MHA are looking to attract new members to their activities and in particular their Friday clubs at Trinity Church, Woodland Place, Penarth, CF64 2EX. All are welcome.
GVS Season’s Greetings and Christmas closure
Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) will be closed for the festive period from Friday 22nd December until Tuesday 2nd January 2024. We hope you have a peaceful time and we look forward to serving you in 2024.
INFORMATION SESSION: Working with arthritis
Monday – 15th January 2024 Online via Teams 2pm-3pm. Our online information sessions are for adults with arthritis, MSK or related conditions e.g. fibromyalgia, lupus, gout. Also, for health care professionals and carers supporting people living with arthritis. They offer a chance to learn about managing arthritis and related conditions, hear from guest speakers and find out more about the support provided by Versus Arthritis in local areas.