Braintree District Voluntary Support Agency have issued their latest e-bulletin. This e-bulletin contains information on: NHS England Community Grants – Closing date 28th September BDVSA Annual Assembly 16th September Voluntary Sector Training E-Brochure for the Autumn Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection of Colchester University Hospitals Trust Royal Association for Deaf People launches the Deaf Achieve Project […]
Elderly encouraged to beat dementia by taking up sport
Tracey Crouch, the Minister for Sport, says that a lack of exercise is a “hidden killer” and encourages older people to participate in sporting activities. She says regular exercise reduces the risk of cancer, “keeps older hearts healthy” and has a “positive” impact in warding off dementia. The government is warning that a lack of […]
Boma Summer Bulletin 2015
It’s been a great summer Boma-wise; the weather glorious, the park resplendent! This past weekend we ventured out of the park to help in auditing the first NE section of the planned Colchester Orbital, a 13.5 mile walking circuit around the periphery of town. We were out over five hours in all, recording, measuring and […]
Upcoming training opportunities at SAVS
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Same Day HIV Testing at Southend University Hospital
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Healthwatch Southend Consultation Event – 27th August 2015
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Tudor Life at Southchurch Hall – 12th/13th August 2015
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ATD Fourth World Exhibition: 12th August to 25th August 2015
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Havering Mind Paws in the Park Dog Show – 16th August 2015
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A wheelchair accessible beach in Essex
There is a beach accessible wheelchair at Dovercourt beach that can be borrowed from Paul the beach warden at his hut near the Blue flag. Great for children and adults with mobility problems. It can even go in the sea!! Similar service also available at Clacton-on Sea, Walton-on-the Naze and West Mersea beaches. Many thanks […]
Will Young: “I had so much pain I didn’t know I was going to make it”
Will Young first came into the limelight in 2001 when he auditioned for Pop Idol. Since then Will has been very successful and has had a string of hits. Now though, he admits he has suffered with an emotional breakdown which left him unable to recognise his own face in the mirror. He told The […]
House of Lords Select Committee on the Equality Act 2010 and Disability – Call for Evidence
The House of Lords Select Committee on the Equality Act 2010 and Disability has launched its call for evidence, and invites all interested parties to submit evidence to the Committee by 4 September 2015. The Committee was set up on 11 June 2015 to look at the provisions and implementation of The Equality Act 2010 […]
Request for assistance from the Essex Asian Women’s Association
Essex Asian Women’s Association have received funding to update their website, and are now looking for someone to help them to do so! If you can help, please contact Nirmal Gupta, Chair of Essex Asian Women’s Association on nirmalgupta1@hotmail.com or call 01702 584959. Further Reading Essex Asian Women’s Association
Gannett Foundation Funding Opportunity
The Gannett Foundation, which runs the Echo and other Newsquest titles, has announced its latest round of funding. Charities are invited to apply work which bring lasting benefits to local communities. Projects should be focused on improving neighbourhoods, youth work, helping disadvantaged or disabled people, or caring for the elderly. Previous grants of around £4,000 […]
Inter Faith Youth Trust
Grants of between £200 and £500 are awarded for proposals for inter faith activities by children and young people from Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, Sikh and other faiths and those of no formal faith in understanding and co-operation. The age range for young people is 11-25 years. Projects should take place during Inter Faith Week […]
InstructAbility Selection Day – 14th September 2015
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SAVS Video
Please see the latest video from SAVS: Further Reading My Town Southend Follow SAVS: Website, Twitter
Voluntary Sector Training’s Autumn Training Programme
VST’s Autumn Training Programme is out now. If you book before 31st August 2015, there is 10% off fees – use discount code ‘AUGUST’ at the checkout. Click here to view the programme. Further Reading Follow Voluntary Sector Training: Website, Twitter