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Pharmacies in Wales to provide 2 new national services to treat sore throats and UTIs
Two extra services to treat common conditions without a prescription from the pharmacy will be available from most community pharmacies across Wales.
New vision for mental health in Wales paves the way for same-day support
People who need mental health support will increasingly have access to same-day services, as part of an ambitious plan to further improve care across Wales.
NHS Wales to be strengthened following independent review
A series of changes, recommended by a group of independent experts in a milestone report designed to strengthen the NHS, are being taken forward by the Welsh Government.
Carers Wales Me Time Sessions: Online Sessions for Unpaid Carers
Carers Wales have a calendar of online sessions coming up, which are free for unpaid carers to access.
Public Genomics Café
Join us for our next Virtual Public Genomics Café – Online via Microsoft Teams on Thursday 22nd May 2025 | 11:00-12:45pm
Versatile Spaces for Hire at CF61
At CF61, we have two versatile and welcoming spaces available for hire: the spacious Colhuw Main Hall and the multi-purpose Hoddnant Room.
Palmerston Learning Centre’s Summer Courses
This spring, Palmerston Centre is running a wide range of courses including sewing, woodworking, sign language, holistic therapies, and marketing - plus one-day sessions in health and fire safety.
Cyrsiau Haf Canolfan Ddysgu Palmerston
Y gwanwyn hwn, mae Canolfan Ddysgu Palmerston yn cynnal amrywiaeth eang o gyrsiau gan gynnwys gwnïo, gwaith coed, iaith arwyddion, therapïau holistaidd a marchnata—yn ogystal ag sesiynau un-dydd mewn iechyd a diogelwch tân.
Future Generations Report 2025 - recommendations to Welsh Government and public bodies on our climate, health and economy
The Future Generations Commissioner for Wales’ new Future Generations Report 2025 is challenging leaders and politicians across Wales on what needs to happen next to deliver on the Well-being of Future Generations Act and protect our future.
Glamorgan Quilters Open Day - Have you ever tried patchwork and quilting, would you like to try?
Glamorgan Quilters are holding an open day on Saturday June 14, 2025, from 10.30am until 3pm in Ystradowen Village Hall, Cowbridge Rd, Ystradowen, Vale of Glamorgan, CF71 7SY (behind the White Lion pub).
Addressing Gambling Harms in Wales
Gambling-related harm is a growing public health concern, particularly for young people.
Volunteer creates a celebration of volunteering to save the rarest butterfly in Wales
Paul Dunn is a long-term volunteer with Butterfly Conservation in the Vale of Glamorgan and former Senior Ranger at the Heritage Coast.
Family and Friends at Recovery Cymru
We have a weekly Friends and Family group meeting every Sunday 6pm-7.30pm. We have a monthly meeting we call the insight session held on the last Wednesday of the month, where we discuss a particular topic; self-compassion, sleep, trauma are some of the topics we have and will be discussing.
Restore the Thaw: A Meaningful Partnership to Support Local Communities and Biodiversity
The project aims to provide meaningful volunteering opportunities for adults with learning disabilities and mental health support needs, while also enhancing the biodiversity along the River Thaw in the Vale of Glamorgan.
High Brown Fritillary Butterfly Recorders – Vale of Glamorgan
We need people to record the High Brown Fritillary, at its last remaining location in Wales, the Vale of Glamorgan. This data is used to inform decisions which help to conserve butterflies and moths, both locally and nationally.
Glamorgan Voluntary Services launches revenue grant scheme
GVS launches the Supporting Older People in the Vale Third Sector Preventative Interventions Fund 2025. This revenue-only Fund aims to support proposals which improve health, wellbeing and independence for older people in the Vale of Glamorgan.
Organisations can apply for a maximum of £15,000. The deadline for submissions is 12 noon on Friday 30th May 2025
Community Grants nearing deadlines
Here are details of grants whose deadlines for applications are nearing their closing dates.
Free mental health training with a focus on the agricultural sector with the DPJ Foundation
The DPJ Foundation, a specialist charity working with the agricultural community, offers free mental health awareness training.
Senedd debate highlights impact of National Insurance increases
The impact rising Employers National Insurance Contributions will have on voluntary organisations has been highlighted again in a recent Senedd debate – but action is still needed.
New approach to volunteering in Wales
WCVA and Welsh Government are co-creating a new approach to volunteering with key stakeholders in Wales,share your views on the new vision statement.