Prostate Cancer UK require Volunteers for upcoming Speaker Training;
DAY 1 - Tuesday 25th February - Mercuy Hotel, Inverness
DAY 2 - Tuesday 25th March - Mercury Hotel, Inverness
Info. tel. Doreen Hogg 0141 314 0050 or Doreen.Hogg@prostate.org
Wednesday 18 December 2013
Monday 9 December 2013
EVALUATION OF PROJECTS AND ACTIVITIES
Thursday 12TH December 10.00-16.00
Voluntary Action Lochaber
Come and find out why you should evaluate your project and activities and how best to do it.
You will learn about different methods to use and how to put systems in place to provide evaluation information on an ongoing basis.
This will improve your planning skills and your funding applications.
Cost: £10 per person for VAL members/£15 for non-members. Includes a light lunch.
Margaret Boyd on: 01397 706044 or e-mail: admin@valochaber.org
Volunteer Role: Boarders Needed!...to provide temporary accommodation for a dog at home on behalf of Guide Dogs
Volunteer Role: Boarder
To provide temporary accommodation for a dog at home on behalf of Guide Dogs, and to comply with the Boarders Agreement in relation to the welfare and handling of the dog or puppy.
Location: At home
There are several types of boarding opportunities:
1. During Training, boarding is overnight and at weekends from the age of one
• Early Training Boarders take younger dogs for 16 weeks
• Advanced Training Boarders take dogs for the next 10 weeks
In some cases it is possible to board for the entire 26 weeks training period
2. Puppy Boarders, Brood Bitch and Stud Dog Boarders support those volunteers who home puppies or breeding dogs full time, for example taking the dog full time if a volunteer is not able to take it on holiday or they are taken ill.
3. Client boarders board working dogs for short periods full time on those occasions clients are unable to make their own arrangements
4. At some sites a small number of Respite Boarders support teams when we need someone to care for dogs unexpectedly. This is for varying periods, for example taking dogs full time if they don’t settle in kennels, are unwell or they are withdrawn from training.
What does the role involve?
• Training boarders need to drop off their dogs 8-9am and pick up 5-6pm at a Guide Dogs site or a site near a trainers’ home. Local teams can discuss details and maximum travel time possible.
• Willing to provide a welcoming and safe environment for a dog or puppy for the time required. Providing a consistent home is particularly important for our dogs in training
• Ensuring the dog or puppy is fed and exercised as directed
• Embedding the same behaviour and commands as your supervisor
• In the event of an emergency, ensure the dog or puppy receives veterinary care and Guide Dogs is informed immediately.
What skills or experience are required?
• All boarders will be required to attend training sessions. Those handling younger and larger/more active dogs need more training
• Enjoy working with dogs and have suitable accommodation
• Perseverance to help support the training of the dogs
• Good communication skills
What will I get out of it?
• Increase in dog knowledge and welfare
• Opportunity to care for and have the companionship of a dog for evenings and weekends or for short periods of time
• The satisfaction that you are part of a committed team with a pivotal role in providing guide dogs that enable blind and partially-sighted people to enjoy the same freedom of movement as everyone else.
What support or training will I get?
• Regular and ongoing support and training from your supervisor
• Basic induction to Guide Dogs and to the role
• All food, veterinary costs and the provision of equipment
Will I need to do a CRB check? No
This role is managed by: Mobility Instructor/Trainer/ Puppy Training Supervisor
Minimum Age: 18
Please contact Rubina Shah at rubina.shah@guidedogs.org.uk
To provide temporary accommodation for a dog at home on behalf of Guide Dogs, and to comply with the Boarders Agreement in relation to the welfare and handling of the dog or puppy.
Location: At home
There are several types of boarding opportunities:
1. During Training, boarding is overnight and at weekends from the age of one
• Early Training Boarders take younger dogs for 16 weeks
• Advanced Training Boarders take dogs for the next 10 weeks
In some cases it is possible to board for the entire 26 weeks training period
2. Puppy Boarders, Brood Bitch and Stud Dog Boarders support those volunteers who home puppies or breeding dogs full time, for example taking the dog full time if a volunteer is not able to take it on holiday or they are taken ill.
3. Client boarders board working dogs for short periods full time on those occasions clients are unable to make their own arrangements
4. At some sites a small number of Respite Boarders support teams when we need someone to care for dogs unexpectedly. This is for varying periods, for example taking dogs full time if they don’t settle in kennels, are unwell or they are withdrawn from training.
What does the role involve?
• Training boarders need to drop off their dogs 8-9am and pick up 5-6pm at a Guide Dogs site or a site near a trainers’ home. Local teams can discuss details and maximum travel time possible.
• Willing to provide a welcoming and safe environment for a dog or puppy for the time required. Providing a consistent home is particularly important for our dogs in training
• Ensuring the dog or puppy is fed and exercised as directed
• Embedding the same behaviour and commands as your supervisor
• In the event of an emergency, ensure the dog or puppy receives veterinary care and Guide Dogs is informed immediately.
What skills or experience are required?
• All boarders will be required to attend training sessions. Those handling younger and larger/more active dogs need more training
• Enjoy working with dogs and have suitable accommodation
• Perseverance to help support the training of the dogs
• Good communication skills
What will I get out of it?
• Increase in dog knowledge and welfare
• Opportunity to care for and have the companionship of a dog for evenings and weekends or for short periods of time
• The satisfaction that you are part of a committed team with a pivotal role in providing guide dogs that enable blind and partially-sighted people to enjoy the same freedom of movement as everyone else.
What support or training will I get?
• Regular and ongoing support and training from your supervisor
• Basic induction to Guide Dogs and to the role
• All food, veterinary costs and the provision of equipment
Will I need to do a CRB check? No
This role is managed by: Mobility Instructor/Trainer/ Puppy Training Supervisor
Minimum Age: 18
Please contact Rubina Shah at rubina.shah@guidedogs.org.uk
Friday 29 November 2013
Networking Opportunity
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Centre for Health Science, Raigmore, Inverness
Thursday 5th December
Centre for Health
Science
Raigmore, Inverness
10.00 - 16.00 :
refreshments & registration at 9:30
The Scottish Older People's Assembly is a mutual way to raise concerns
to the Scottish and Westminster Governments. The Assembly supports or
challenges legislation and policies which affect the quality of later life.
SOPA North is linked by live web video, to the SOPA event in Edinburgh. It will deal with the impact of Welfare Reform on older people and Older People as Active Citizens.
Shona Robison MSP Minister for Sport and previously Minster for Public Health will participate in the Assembly in Edinburgh. SOPA North will have the opportunity to put questions directly to the Minister and to other speakers.
Click here for the programme. Prior registration is essential. It may not be possible to register on the day.
Email enquiries@hscn.co.uk to reserve a place. The venue is fully accessible.
Lunch will be provided; please provide any dietary requirements.
SOPA North is linked by live web video, to the SOPA event in Edinburgh. It will deal with the impact of Welfare Reform on older people and Older People as Active Citizens.
Shona Robison MSP Minister for Sport and previously Minster for Public Health will participate in the Assembly in Edinburgh. SOPA North will have the opportunity to put questions directly to the Minister and to other speakers.
Click here for the programme. Prior registration is essential. It may not be possible to register on the day.
Email enquiries@hscn.co.uk to reserve a place. The venue is fully accessible.
Lunch will be provided; please provide any dietary requirements.
Monday 25 November 2013
The future shape of welfare benefits in Scotland
the view from the employability sector
‘we need to be clear on what the purpose(s) of a benefits system should be, and what specific outcomes it should aim to achieve’ (from the Call for Evidence)
Date and time: 9.30 – 12.30. Friday 6 December
Venue: Britannia Building, Glasgow Caledonian University, Cowcaddens Rd, Glasgow
The Expert Working Group on Welfare set up by the Scottish Government has issued a Call for Evidence on ‘the principles which could underpin a benefits system for people of working age in an independent Scotland’ with a deadline of13 December. For further details, please see http://www.scotland.gov.uk/
In debates about the purposes of the benefits system, helping people enter work often features alongside reducing poverty and providing social security. Employability providers have a wealth of understanding of the interaction between the benefits system and employment; and many in the sector have views on how policy changes can make their job easier or harder.
This event is an opportunity for the employability sector to consider the questions asked in the call for evidence, aided by expert commentary and a structured programme. It is intended to assist those who are thinking of making a submission. In addition the event will be written up and made available to the Expert Group on Welfare, which is supporting the costs of the event.
Whatever your views on the constitution, this is a debate which will inform policy development either side of the referendum in September 2014.
Speaker: Dr Colin Lindsay, Strathclyde University
Colin has been researching and teaching on employment, skills and social policy for more than thirteen years. His most recent book is ‘Disability benefits, welfare reform and employment policy’ (co-edited with Donald Houston, Palgrave Macmillan, 2013).
Facilitator and Rapporteur: Matthew Crighton, Centre for Economic and Social Inclusion
This event is Free, but booking is necessary. Enquiries: Matthew Crighton, 0131 557 6075..
Please RSVP to matthew.crighton@cesi.org.uk
Tuesday 19 November 2013
Marketing and Communications Assistant (volunteer)
Trees for Life is a Scottish charity, working to restore the
Caledonian Forest in the Highlands.
Opportunity for a volunteer based in Findhorn, also to visit
other projects in the Highlands. Training and support will be given by the
Marketing and Communications Officer, which includes assisting the Officer in
managing the social media platforms, promote the work of TFL, assist with
events and provide support for the rest of the Income Generation team where
necessary.
Profile:
Training or experience in marketing and communications
Excellent written and verbal communications skills
Good IT skills and ability to undertake research
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Enthusiasm and commitment
Interest in digital and social media
Other Terms and
Conditions:
Working hours: 9AM -5PM, 2-3 days per week
(negotiable). Holidays; time off to be
agreed with line manager.
For further information please contact Kirsty Ellen, Trees
for Life, The Park, Findhorn Bay, Forres, IV36 3TZ Scotland.
Tel: 01309 691292. E-mail Kirsty@treesforlife.org.uk
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Trees for
Life!
Monday 18 November 2013
SCVO Credit Union
Credit unions offer an alternative to payday lenders – not necessarily by competing in the short term loan market, but by encouraging a more responsible approach to money.
Short term loans – repayable in full plus interest within a month – are rarely truly affordable. Credit union loans are repaid in affordable instalments spread over a longer period.
· As member-owned co-operatives, a credit union’s only interest is in the financial wellbeing of its members – not maximising profits for external shareholders and investors.
· A credit union will offer a loan appropriate to your circumstances which you can really afford to repay.
· The best way to get a fast loan from a credit union is to join today and start building up a savings habit.
· Credit unions can help you plan for future expenses. Now is a good time to start saving for summer holidays or Christmas 2014.
If you have any questions or wish further advice about joining Scvo Credit Union please email thomas.mcvay@scvo.org.uk
Short term loans – repayable in full plus interest within a month – are rarely truly affordable. Credit union loans are repaid in affordable instalments spread over a longer period.
· As member-owned co-operatives, a credit union’s only interest is in the financial wellbeing of its members – not maximising profits for external shareholders and investors.
· A credit union will offer a loan appropriate to your circumstances which you can really afford to repay.
· The best way to get a fast loan from a credit union is to join today and start building up a savings habit.
· Credit unions can help you plan for future expenses. Now is a good time to start saving for summer holidays or Christmas 2014.
If you have any questions or wish further advice about joining Scvo Credit Union please email thomas.mcvay@scvo.org.uk
Archie Foundation presents Santa’s Grotto!
Opening in the Eastgate Shopping Centre (next to Argos) Sunday
24th November, 1pm – 5pm
and then 11am – 5pm every day until Christmas Eve
www.archiefoundation.org.uk
STAY WARM, STAY WELL - FREE TRAINING FOR FRONT LINE STAFF
Fuel poverty is a major problem in Scotland. More than one in three people can’t afford to heat their homes to an adequate level. For those living in fuel poverty, the consequences are ill health, discomfort and debt. It often means choosing between heating and eating.
Energy Action Scotland (EAS) campaigns for an end to fuel poverty and works to turn cold, damp houses into warm, dry homes. EAS has recently secured funding from SSE to provide training, free of charge, to front line staff responsible for looking after the health, wellbeing and social welfare of vulnerable clients. This energy efficiency training will enable a range of organisations to provide appropriate and effective advice and information to clients, helping them to obtain all the help and support that’s available.
The following free training is available:
(Inverness: 25 February 2014)
• One day fuel poverty/energy efficiency training
Places are available on a first come, first served basis. These courses will be delivered in a wide range of locations throughout Scotland. For organisations with a number of staff EAS can provide the training in their own premises. In order to ensure optimum access to this training, EAS will pay (or contribute towards) travel costs for participants where appropriate. Participants will receive a certificate for Continued Personal Development (CPD) purposes.
• One week Energy Awareness, City & Guilds (Level 3)
A limited number of places will be available to those completing the one day training. This training will be delivered from a central location. Please note that EAS will pay (or contribute significantly towards) both travel and subsistence costs where appropriate. Successful candidates will receive a City & Guilds Certificate which can be used for Continued Personal Development (CPD) purposes.
For further information or to register interest, please contact Rose Ann Porteous via email at rose-ann.porteous@eas.org.uk or telephone 0141 226 3064
www.eas.org.uk
Interested in FREE on-site Scotland's Mental Health First Aid course places for your organisation?
Minds Matter Training run Scotland's Mental Health First Aid courses for the public throughout Scotland. We are focused on making mental health training as accessible as possible for all who may benefit from it.
We will offer training courses in any part of Scotland, at any time of the day or week - providing there is sufficient demand to run the course.
We are constantly looking for new venues and areas in which to offer the course to the public.
Does your organisation has a suitable training room which could be offered to Minds Matter Training for a public training course? (The training room should have tables and chairs for up to 16 participants, a projection screen or a bright wall which can be projected on to and a flip chart).
If you have a suitable room, we can provide you with some free course places for your staff in exchange for the use of the room for a course which we will offer to the public.
Several organisations have already availed of this offer and found it a very cost-effective method of obtaining recognised mental health training for their staff. And... without even needing to leave their own office!
Interested? Simply email info@mindsmattertraining.co.uk
More about the course
Scotland's Mental Health First Aid is an NHS Health Scotland certified course.
It teaches the skills to help someone with a mental health problem. All participants on SMHFA courses run by Minds Matter Training receive:
• 2 day / 12 hour training course of interactive learning using activities, discussions, film clips etc.
• An insightful speaker sharing their lived experience of mental health problems
• Scotland's Mental Health First Aid course manual
• A training pack of useful resources
• A follow-up document of useful resources and information related to every area of the course
• Information on local professional resources in your geographical area
• An opportunity to network with others participating on the cousre
• NHS Health Scotland certificate of attendance
Course testimonials
"I feel much better equipped to help others in acute emotional need. If you work with others in a caring capacity, have friends or family with mental health problems or just want to develop some good life skills you should check it out."
"The trainer provided a unique blend of discussion, throughout-provoking exercises and skills practice, providing something for everyone, no matter what their previous experience in this area.’"
Thursday 14 November 2013
AFASIC SCOTLAND: unlocking speech and language
Eastgate Shopping Centre, Inverness 29 November 2013
10:00 - 15:00
Afasic works for children and young people with speech and language impairments, aiming for their inclusion in society and supporting their parents and carers.
Info: Tel. 01382 250060 or ADMIN@AFASICSCOTLAND.ORG.UK
Eastgate Shopping Centre, Inverness 29 November 2013
10:00 - 15:00
Afasic works for children and young people with speech and language impairments, aiming for their inclusion in society and supporting their parents and carers.
Info: Tel. 01382 250060 or ADMIN@AFASICSCOTLAND.ORG.UK
Wednesday 13 November 2013
SCVO and Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU)
Is reducing health inequality about improving health services, or realising our social and economic rights?"Join SCVO and Glasgow Caledonian University for an informed and challenging debate exploring the role of human rights in reducing health inequality.Date: Thursday 28th November, 2.00pm - 4.00pm Venue: The Mews, Edinburgh (NASUWT, 35 Young Street North Lane, EH2 4JD) What's the debate about?SCVO and Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) are continuing our series of thought-provoking human rights debates in conjunction with our work-based Masters in Citizenship and Human Rights programme.In this next debate we will be focusing on health inequality, an area of increasing concern for Scotland with the gap in levels of health and life expectancy between the richest and poorest people in our society continuing to widen. We will debate the medical and social models of improving health, and explore the role that realising our social and economic human rights (including our right to an adequate standard of living, social security, employment, education and housing) has to play in addressing the root causes of health inequality in Scotland.
How can I book?Places are free but limited. To book your place visit our online booking form.Further information
For further details regarding the Masters programme visit the GCU MSc in Citizenship and Human Rights website, or contact:
Matt Tyrer, SCVO (matt.tyrer@scvo.org.uk, 01463 251 727 or 07792 858 125) Sasha Devine, SCVO (sasha.devine@scvo.org.uk, 01463 258 801) If you have been forwarded this email and would like to sign up to our MSc in Citizenship and Human Rights mailing list you can subscribe here. SCVO receives ESF funding for the development of this programme. |
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www.invernessinterfaith.com
Please find an invitation below, sent on behalf of the Inverness Inter Faith group. For further information please contact www.invernessinterfaith.com.
SEMINAR/WORKSHOP
THE GIFT OF AGEING
SATURDAY 30 NOVEMBER 2013
May I extend an invitation to attend a Seminar/workshop on Saturday 30 November 2013 at the Inverness Town House Inverness.
The theme of the day is the gift of ageing and it will take the form of an exploration of challenges of growing old. Whilst ageing is not a topic that most people particularly enjoy it is something that we all share. We are all ageing all the time and as we age we need to make changes and tolerate alterations to our lives and our ways of living in the world. Ageing is both a challenge and joy and the more we think about it and discuss it the more we can help ourselves and others as well.
The workshop will look at our own ageing and think about some of the research around successful ageing and the spiritual nature of ageing. It will be interactive and fun and hopefully give you some positive insights and useful information to think about. It is anticipated that the attendance of people from various faiths will give added value to the discussions.
It will be led by Dr Harriet Mowat who is both a practitioner and researcher in this area of work
There will be no charge for attending but people should bring a pack lunch. The day commences with registration 10.30am for an 11.00am start and should end at 3.30am.
Booking a place is essential by contacting www.invernessinterfaith.com
I look forward to seeing you at the event
Hamish Wood
Chairman Inverness Interfaith Group
Child Protection Introduction Training courses
http://www.kcs-highland.org.uk/ Child Protection Introduction Training courses with spaces available for booking.starting from 19/11/13.please contact asap
http://glasgow2014.com/queens-baton-relay/pass-baton
As you will be aware we have been asking for your help to find up to 4,000 batonbearers to carry the baton around Scotland on the final leg of its journey. The nomination process is well underway but you only have until 5pm on 22 November 2013 to make a nomination.
Who have you nominated?
Remember you can nominate work colleagues, family members, friends or anyone who does a good job in your community. Perhaps they lend a helping hand to others, do voluntary work or are just good role models. It doesn’t matter, as long as they’ve made a difference to a local community in Scotland and you can nominate as many local champions as you like! The nomination process is simple – you will be asked to write, in no more than 100 words, why the person you are nominating deserves the chance to carry the baton.
For more information on the selection criteria and to find out how to nominate watch our short video http://glasgow2014.com/video/
or go to our website http://glasgow2014.com/queens-
or go to our website http://glasgow2014.com/queens-
And remember, if you are nominating someone or have been nominated yourself, make sure the applications are completed by 5pm on 22 November 2013.
Nominate now, and give Scotland’s local champions a thank you they’ll never forget.
Engagement Manager
Direct: 030 2014 0145
Telephone: 030 2014 0000| Fax: 030 2014 0001
Glasgow 2014 Limited, Commonwealth House, 32 Albion Street, Glasgow, G1 1LHwww.glasgow2014.com
Telephone: 030 2014 0000| Fax: 030 2014 0001
Glasgow 2014 Limited, Commonwealth House, 32 Albion Street, Glasgow, G1 1LHwww.glasgow2014.com
Fairtrade Bazaar
Saturday 23rd November 2013
10:30am - 3:00pm
Inverness Town House
Inverness
There will be a wide variety of Fairtrade craft goods, food items, Christmas cards and wrapping paper on sale as well as a chance to enjoy a fairly traded cup of tea or coffee. Hope to see you there!
For more information contact Hilary Lawson on 01463 241252
Saturday 23rd November 2013
10:30am - 3:00pm
Inverness Town House
Inverness
There will be a wide variety of Fairtrade craft goods, food items, Christmas cards and wrapping paper on sale as well as a chance to enjoy a fairly traded cup of tea or coffee. Hope to see you there!
For more information contact Hilary Lawson on 01463 241252
Join SCVO and Glasgow Caledonian University for an informed and challenging debate exploring the role of human rights in reducing health inequality.
Date: Thursday 28th November, 2.00pm - 4.00pm
Venue: The Mews, Edinburgh (NASUWT, 35 Young Street North Lane, EH2 4JD)
info:
Matt Tyrer SCVO matt.tyrer@scvo.org.uk 01463 258801
Sasha Devine SCVO sasha.devine@scvo.org.uk 01463 258801
Date: Thursday 28th November, 2.00pm - 4.00pm
Venue: The Mews, Edinburgh (NASUWT, 35 Young Street North Lane, EH2 4JD)
info:
Matt Tyrer SCVO matt.tyrer@scvo.org.uk 01463 258801
Sasha Devine SCVO sasha.devine@scvo.org.uk 01463 258801
Tuesday 12 November 2013
www.livingitup.org.uk
Would you like to come and have
a chat over a coffee/tea and find out more about Living It Up? Would you like
the chance to see the new website and share your views of it?
We will be in Dingwall and Inverness for Drop In Sessions on 20th
November.
The sessions have been organised for:
Wednesday, 20th November 2013 at the
Theological College, Dingwall from 10.30am to 12.30am
and the
Corbett Room, Merkinch Community Centre, Inverness from 2.00 pm to 4.00pm.
Please contact Karen at Living it Up by email: k.maclagan@nhs.net
or on 01369 708358 for further information.
To find out more about Living
It Up visit the website at www.livingitup.org.uk
Monday 11 November 2013
Child Protection Training Course
Keeping Children Safe
Child Protection Training Course
Getting it Right in Child Protection: An Introduction
This short course is a basic introduction to Practice
Guidance and Child Protection for all staff, including volunteers, who have any
contact with children and families. The
course is provided in a range of locations and is open to early year’s workers,
sports and leisure groups, religious groups etc. free of charge.
Tues 19th Nov 2013 Highlife
Highland, Community Learning & Leisure Office, Princes St, Thurso 6.30pm – 9.30pm
Wed 20th Nov 2013 Wick Assembly Rooms, Games Rm2, Sinclair
Terrace, Wick 10.00am – 1.00pm
Thurs 28th Nov 2013 Caol Youth Centre, Glenkingie Street, Caol,
Fort William 6.30pm – 9.00pm
Mon 2nd Dec 2013
Golspie Community Centre, Golspie
7.00pm – 9.30pm
Thurs 5th Dec 2013 The Hubb, Wimberley Way, Inverness 6.30pm – 9.30pm
Please book online via our website at www.kcs-highland.org.uk
If you do not have internet access call Dawn Lawless on
07547 390105
Any other enquiries please email highlandkcs@gmail.com
Tuesday 5 November 2013
Signpost will be hosting a Data Protection workshop on 26 November at Highland Rail House from 2pm to 4pm. The workshop will be run by someone from the Information Commissioner's Office.
From the trainer:
I cover the basics of what the Data Protection Act is all about – people’s rights and organisations’ obligations – and also talk about sharing personal information and using data sharing agreements and cover issues on security and good practice.
There will be no charge for the workshop.
If you would like to attend please reply to this email. Places will be limited and will be allocated strictly on a first come first served basis.
GUIDE DOGS, Scotland
Come to the Eastgate Centre, Inverness - Friday 22 November 2013 10:00 - 16:00
Meet staff and volunteers and hear about our services and volunteering opportunities
Take a blindfold walk with a guide dog
Stock up for Christmas with our Guide Dogs inspired gifts and greetings cards.
For more information, call the Glasgow Mobility Team on 0845 372 7436.
Come to the Eastgate Centre, Inverness - Friday 22 November 2013 10:00 - 16:00
Meet staff and volunteers and hear about our services and volunteering opportunities
Take a blindfold walk with a guide dog
Stock up for Christmas with our Guide Dogs inspired gifts and greetings cards.
For more information, call the Glasgow Mobility Team on 0845 372 7436.
Monday 4 November 2013
Self-Directed Support Family Event Invitation
You are cordially invited to:
Family Event about Self-Directed Support
On Tuesday 26th November
At Culduthel Christian Centre, Inverness IV2 6AS
From 11.00am until 3.30pm
Coffee/teas and lunches will be provided
Family travel expenses will be met
Stories will be shared from families who took part in the
recent October 2013 trial or the earlier “Taking the First Steps” Summer 2012
trial and are now part of the Resource Allocation System pilot.
It is hoped the day will generate:
Creativity: ideas of what SDS might achieve for
families.
Connectedness: networks between families and between
families and service providers to support SDS roll out.
Consideration: of support planning toward outcomes for
children and families.
To book a place, please email laurette.duggan@highland.gov.uk
The Pines Autism Drop in Sessions, Supporting parents and carers of children with ASD
The Pines Autism Drop in Sessions
Supporting parents and carers of children with ASD
Connecting Carers
Highland Carers Advocacy
You are welcome to come along and join us at
The Pines
Drummond Road, Inverness
IV2 4NZ
On
Thursday, 7th November 2013
10.00 am – 12.00
& 6pm – 7:30pm
Elaine Adams – Connecting Carers
Sonya Diss-Evans – Carers Advocacy
(Come and find how Connecting Carers and Carers Advocacy can
help)
supported by CHIP+ (01463 720054 & 711189)
and The National Autistic Society (01463 720056)
Trees for Life's upcoming dates November
Trees for
Life's volunteering opportunities are your chance to make a positive difference
to the environment and learn new skills, whilst experiencing the beautiful
Scottish Highlands. Whatever your experience of conservation, there is relevant
training and a range of challenges for all.
Upcoming dates November:
Weds 13th Conservation
Day at our Dundreggan Estate, Glen Moriston
A variety of tasks in the
tree nursery, and filming for our 'People's Millions' application. The film
will be aired on Wed 27th Nov on STV North.
Mon & Tues 18th/19th Conservation Days - Skye
Tree planting. It's a tough
site so a good level of fitness is required. There will be an overnight stay at
a hostel.
Wed 20th - Inverness and Nairn Biodiversity Forum - 7pm Nairn Community Centre
Please check out http://www.
Mon 25th - Link Up Highland event - Centre for Health Science Inverness
We will have a stall there so please come visit us.
Wed 27th Conservation Day at Coire Sneachda, Glen Affric
Planting dwarf birch and checking fences. There will be a long walk in and a steep site, so good level of fitness required.
Wed 27th People's Millions public vote
Vote for us to win £50,000 to create a training centre for volunteers at our Dundreggan Estate! Please visit http://www.treesforlife.org.
We hope that you can join us this month. Please let us know in advance if you would like to take part in the Conservation Days, by calling 01309 691292 or emailing kirsty@treesforlife.org.uk
Highland Facilitator Team AUTUMN BLETHER, Saturday 16th November, Nairn
Highland Facilitator Team
AUTUMN BLETHER
Saturday 16th November
2 – 4pm
British Legion Hall, Nairn
Come for a chat, sip tea or coffee and browse the Charity
stands and Bric a Brac stalls
Sit a while at our craft table
Contribute to our Tree of Change
£1.50 entry with Tea and free raffle ticket
Under 10yrs free if accompanied
Whether your age is young or great we value your opinions,
help and support
Highland Facilitator Team......a local charity assisting
young people with Autism & Learning Difficulties undertake worthwhile
projects with a view to permanent positions
Scottish Rural Action is seeking to recruit a Co-ordinator
Scottish Rural Action, the organisation set up recently to organise the first Scottish Rural Parliament, is seeking to recruit a Co-ordinator.
Rural Parliament Coordinator
Organisation:Scottish Rural Action
Salary:£36,000
Job Type:Full time
Closing date:17 November 2013
Location:Location subject to agreement
Role:
Scottish Rural Action has received funding from the Scottish Government to deliver an exciting new initiative for rural Scotland. The Rural Parliament will provide those who live and work in Scotland’s rural communities with an opportunity to come together, to consider rural priorities with a wide range of public bodies, to agree specific policy proposals and in due course, present these to the appropriate bodies. The Rural Parliament will also be a major celebration of rural Scotland, its people, places, products and achievements.
The Rural Parliament has been inspired by those that have emerged elsewhere in Europe over the past 25 years. As with these European examples, it is anticipated that Scotland’s Rural Parliament will be underpinned by the consolidation of a wider rural movement.
We are seeking an exceptional individual who is passionate and knowledgeable about rural Scotland, capable of communicating complex messages at many different levels and possesses a track record of building successful relationships between different sections of the community. He/she will put in place all the necessary arrangements for the inaugural Scottish Rural Parliament which is to be held in late autumn 2014. The business plan sets out a tight timetable of work to be delivered which will include establishing an Advisory Forum of rural organisations and interests, building interest from across the wider community, identifying key issues to be addressed by the Rural Parliament and seeking additional funding as required.
Organisation profile:
Scottish Rural Action recently formed as a company limited by guarantee with the sole purpose of delivering the inaugural Scottish Rural Parliament.
Rural Parliament Coordinator
Organisation:Scottish Rural Action
Salary:£36,000
Job Type:Full time
Closing date:17 November 2013
Location:Location subject to agreement
Role:
Scottish Rural Action has received funding from the Scottish Government to deliver an exciting new initiative for rural Scotland. The Rural Parliament will provide those who live and work in Scotland’s rural communities with an opportunity to come together, to consider rural priorities with a wide range of public bodies, to agree specific policy proposals and in due course, present these to the appropriate bodies. The Rural Parliament will also be a major celebration of rural Scotland, its people, places, products and achievements.
The Rural Parliament has been inspired by those that have emerged elsewhere in Europe over the past 25 years. As with these European examples, it is anticipated that Scotland’s Rural Parliament will be underpinned by the consolidation of a wider rural movement.
We are seeking an exceptional individual who is passionate and knowledgeable about rural Scotland, capable of communicating complex messages at many different levels and possesses a track record of building successful relationships between different sections of the community. He/she will put in place all the necessary arrangements for the inaugural Scottish Rural Parliament which is to be held in late autumn 2014. The business plan sets out a tight timetable of work to be delivered which will include establishing an Advisory Forum of rural organisations and interests, building interest from across the wider community, identifying key issues to be addressed by the Rural Parliament and seeking additional funding as required.
Organisation profile:
Scottish Rural Action recently formed as a company limited by guarantee with the sole purpose of delivering the inaugural Scottish Rural Parliament.
Thursday 31 October 2013
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