Fantastic Friday Update

It’s almost impossible to think Christmas is just next week! Time has flown by so quickly. We are busily finalising our friendly Christmas calls and door-to-door visits for people who would otherwise be alone this festive season. We know many people struggle with loneliness and isolation at this time of the year and want to help as best as we can. If you volunteer with us and would like to help us with these calls or the door-to-door visits, please do get in touch!

 

This week we would like to bring to your attention two very timely campaigns.

"International Migrants' Day" falls on the 18th of December. The United Nations uses this campaign to try and ensure all migrants and their families are looked after properly and that their rights are acknowledged and met. You can find out more here

On the 20th December, we will celebrate "International Human Solidarity Day". This is a day to celebrate our unity in diversity and raise public awareness of the importance of solidarity with all people.  Find out more here.  
 

In this week's newsletter, you'll find ideas on how to keep warm, fit and supported this winter.

 

If you need support you can meet our Healthy Hub staff throughout the week at the Community Hub, at 5 Leeming Road, Borehamwood WD6 4EB!

 

Stay safe, warm and have a lovely weekend!

 

Nicola Oneill

Wellbeing Services Manager

COMMUNITIES 1ST INFORMATION AND SUPPORT 

If you're in an at risk group or having to isolate, and need help or support with shopping, prescription collection, pet sitting, or urgent supplies or tech support, you can contact us.

Email: help@communities1st.org.uk.
Phone: 01727 649930.

Alternatively, if you would like to volunteer yourself to support this service, please contact us or visit our website for further information.

INFORMATION TO SUPPORT INDIVIDUALS

 

Group A Streptococcus (GAS) information
Find out what you need to know about Group A streptococcus (GAS) and scarlet fever, including what the symptoms are, what to do if you’re worried and how to prevent the spread of GAS bacteria.

Healthwatch Hertfordshire Pharmacy Survey

Pharmacies are designed to play a key role in the primary care system in England.  Despite this, people do not always fully understand the range and type of services on offer.  For this reason, we want to hear from Hertfordshire residents to find out their views, attitudes and understanding of pharmacies in their local communities.

The results of the survey will be fed back to the NHS to inform future development, build on the services they already provide and support them in strengthening the impact and reach of pharmacies across Hertfordshire.

The survey closes on 4th January 2023.   

Be ready for the cold weather

During these very cold days older people, children under five, babies under five and residents with underlying health conditions should be protected against the cold as much as possible. Find a list of top tips Here to help you stay safe and well during this cold snap. 

Warm Spaces directory now live
We all need a little support from time to time and we want to make sure all our residents can stay safe and well this winter. This is why we have launched our Warm Spaces directory where you can find warm and welcoming in locations across Hertfordshire.

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Toy Drive Campaign

This is an initiative run by Watford Football Club that allows the community to help those that are less fortunate and will struggle to buy their kids Christmas presents this year. 

More information 

All carers are entitled to a free flu jab this year
Do you look after a friend or family member who couldn’t manage without your help? You are entitled to a FREE flu vaccine. It’s safe, effective and the best way to protect yourself and the person you care for.

Contact your GP or visit a pharmacy offering the service for your free jab.

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Christmas Santa Float

This is a long-standing tradition in St Albans and Redbourn run by the St Albans Round Table in aid of different charities.  The float covers specific routes between 4.30pm and 9pm

17th Dec : St Stephens from 4.30 pm 

18th Dec: City to Abbey from 4.30 pm

19th Dec : London Colney from 6.30pm 
20th Dec: Cotton Mill from 6.30pm

21st Dec: Redbourn (route 2) from 6.30pm

24th Dec: St Michael's from 4.15pm

Togetherall - Get Support, Take Control, Feel Better

If you or someone you know is struggling, opening up and sharing how you are feeling can help.
Together all is an anonymous, online community available 24/7, to get (or give) support.

 

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Free service to help young people manage their worries
Hertfordshire Mind Network have launched a free digital service for Hertfordshire’s 5-18 year olds, who are experiencing emotional health problems (and their parents/carers). With YOUth offers instant online messaging and a helpline. The service is open Monday – Friday from 2pm – 10pm and creates a safe, supported space for children and young people to get the help that they need, at the earliest opportunity.

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The Borehamwood Job Club

A new Job club has been created which is open to everyone. There is no need to be unemployed or claiming any benefits.

 

Every Wednesday & Thursday 1pm - 4pm 

Are you interested in setting up a walking group in your community?
The Herts Health Walks Team already offers 75 free walks across Hertfordshire (Hertfordshire Health Walks) and would like to be able to offer more.   We are keen to work with people who currently don’t do any activity but would like to or are returning from illness, to set up short, sociable walks for beginners. To find out how to set up a group, please contact Claire by email or on  01992588126. 

Fully-funded holiday activity camps are back for the Christmas break

Booking is now open for the HAPpy programme, which is running more than 100 activity camps on selected days from 22 December 2022 until 4 January 2023.

Eligible families should already have a booking code from their school - if you haven’t received this but think you should have, please contact your school's office or email haf@herts.ac.uk

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VACANCIES

 

 

Qualified Children's Social Worker - Family Safeguarding

  • Hours: 37 hours per week - Permanent (part-time considered)
  • Salary: £33,820 per annum plus £5,673 Market Enhancement, with the opportunity to progress
  • Location: Hertfordshire with bases in Hertford, Stevenage and Apsley

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Outreach Worker

  • Hours: 15 hours per week - flexibility required 
  • Salary:£21,443 per annum, pro rata
  • Location: Based at the Mind in Mid Herts Stevenage office, with travel required around the Royston area and occasional travel to our other centres (St Albans, Welwyn Garden City and Hertford)

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Family Group Assistant 

  • Hours:9 hours per week, term time only at the following times and locations:Tuesday – 09:30-12:30, South Oxhey
    Wednesday – 09:30-12:30, Leavesden
    Thursday – 09:30-12:30, Borehamwood
  • Salary:£20,043 pro rata for 9 hours per week, term time only (£3,329.00 – actual salary)
  • Location: South Oxhey, Leavesden, Borehamwood

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Finance Assistant 

  • Hours: 1 day per week (7.5 hrs) can be flexible (working pattern to be confirmed)
  • Salary: £23,953 pro rata for 7.5 hours a week (actual salary £4,790)
  • Location: Main office 

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HR Manager

  • Hours: 2.5 hours per week - Permanent, Part-time
  • Salary:£31,877 - £37,038 (FTE) per year
  • Location: St Albans

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Carer Engagement Worker

  • Hours: 26 hours per week
  • Salary: £17,907
  • Location: Hybrid working from the Hertford or Borehamwood office

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