Fantastic Friday Update

The first full week of February is going to be an engaging one. We’ll help highlight some of the most important and meaningful campaigns. 

 

Saturday 4th February is "World Cancer Day". This day contributes to the fight against cancer through education and raising awareness encouraging individuals and organisations to take collective action. Find ideas on how you can make a contribution here.

 

From Monday 6th February Communities1st will be taking part in #RaceEqualityWeek23 – a week where organisations across the country unite in solidarity and action to address race inequality in the workplace. This year’s theme is #ItsEveryonesBusiness. Join us and thousands of other organisations championing diversity and inclusion during this week! You can find out more here .

It's also National HIV Testing Week 2023 (6th-12th February) and on this topic, we’ll be holding an HIV - Awareness and Support session on 10th February run by the fantastic Terence Higgins Trust. Find out more about this campaign here and order your postal test kit now. 

As usual, this newsletter offers you a wide range of information and resources, from networks supporting families, to workshops and training, to services which can support you with the cost of living!  

 

Please note that due to flooding our Community Hub, at 5 Leeming Road, Borehamwood is currently closed for repairs. We’re working hard to ensure alternative provision is available for those who need to meet with us as soon as possible but in the meantime please do give us a call at 01727 649930.

 

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.

HEALTHY HUBS

 

Next week you can come and visit us in one of our Warm Hubs :

* MONDAY 6th FEBRUARY    : Borehamwood Foodbank (1pm - 3.30pm)

* TUESDAY 7th FEBRUARY   : Phillimore Place (12pm - 4pm) and Radlett Library (10am -12pm)

* THURSDAY 9th FEBRUARY : Bushey Library (10am - 2pm)

* FRIDAY 10th FEBRUARY    : Warm Hub/Computer & a Cuppa session in Organ Hall (10am - 12pm).

INFORMATION TO SUPPORT INDIVIDUALS

Children Mental Health week (6-12 February)

1 in 6 children and young people have a diagnosable mental health condition. The week is run by children’s mental
health charity Place2Be and aims to shine a light on the importance of children and young people’s mental
health. This year theme is "Let’s Connect"

 

More information

HIV - Awareness and Support
This online course explains, among other things, the difference between AIDS & HIV, Identify routes of HIV transmission and ways to support someone living with HIV.

10th February 2023 - 11am - 1pm
Register here

Worrying About Money

The rising cost of living is on everyone’s mind right now and is having an impact on most people’s personal finances.

Money worries can also have an impact on our mental health and wellbeing. If you're having to make hard decisions about what you can afford, it's normal to feel stressed or down.

 

More Information 

Online LGBTQ+ Group

Hertfordshire LGBTQ+ Health & Wellbeing CIC and Herts Pride support this new weekly online Zoom meeting group in partnership with Hertfordshire Mind Network. The Zoom meetings will be run by a LGBTQ+ facilitator and hosted by LGBTQ+ Herts Pride and CIC volunteers and allies. These groups will have a mix of wellbeing and social support meetings. 

 

Thursdays 7pm - 8.30pm

More Information 

Cost of living help - 'Get Around For £2!'

A single bus journey on most routes across Hertfordshire will cost no more than £2 this winter.

The "Get Around For £2" campaign is backed by the Government and aims to provide some relief from the cost of living crisis, providing families with affordable bus travel.

It is also intended to encourage people to choose public transport over private vehicles, cutting harmful emissions by saving as many as two million car journeys nationwide.

The scheme runs until Wednesday 1 March.

 

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Warm Spaces Directory
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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Jog 28 Miles in February Challenge is back. This is a perfect way to support support Pancreatic Cancer UK, while looking after your own health. 

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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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Are you interested in setting up a walking group in your community?

Join a fantastic team of volunteers from all walks of life. Hertfordshire Health Walks are free, friendly and safe, offering free training and support to get you started. No previous experience is required.

Walking groups are a great way to stay fit and healthy, while having fun exploring your local area. If you’re interested, please call 01992 588126 or email

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Sexual Abuse & Sexual Violence Awareness Week is the UK’s national week to raise awareness of sexual abuse and violence and to provide an opportunity for any organisation or individual to engage in dialogue.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VACANCIES

Cleaner/Caretaker

  • Hours: 7.5 hours per week 
  • Salary: £10,53 per hour
  • Location: Phillimore Community Centre, Radlett and Ver House, Frogmore

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Hub Advisor – Information Advice & Guidance Service (HertsHelp)

  • Hours: Full time & Part time hours available working a range of shifts between the hours of 8am-6pm Monday - Sunday
  • Salary: £21,255 to £22,445 FTE per annum (dependent upon transferable experience)
  • Location: Stevenage

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Little Achievers Support Worker

  • Hours:3 x 10 week terms plus 1 assessment week at start of the autumn term, total 31 weeks per year AND 3.5 hours at the group each week at a £10 hourly rate (9:15am - 12:45pm)
  • Salary: £38.50 per week during term time only
  • Location:Breaks Manor Youth and Community Centre, Link Drive, Hatfield AL10 8TP

     

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Mental Health Outreach Worker 

  • Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Full time, Monday – Friday)
  • Salary: £23,500 – £24,500 per annum incl. Outer London Weighting (OLW)
  • Location: Borehamwood Wellbeing Centre or Hemel Hempstead Wellbeing Centre

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GoVolHerts Marketing Lead

  • Hours: 21 hours per week (can be worked flexibly Mon – Fri) - 1 year fixed term contract (extended subject to ongoing funding) 
  • Salary: Up to £24,000 pro rata (dependent on experience)
  • Location: working from home with flexible hours

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Volunteer Coordinator

  • Hours: 18 hours a week
  • Salary: £ 27,000 per year - pro rata for 18 hours a week
  • Location: Hybrid

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Family Intervention Worker

  • Hours: 37 hours per week - Permanent (part-time considered)
  • Salary: £30,151 with the opportunity to progress to a maximum of £32,909
  • Location: Welwyn, Hatfield & Hertsmere, East Herts & Broxbourne, North Herts & Stevenage, or St Albans and Dacorum

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Information & Advice Coordinator

  • Hours: 35 hours per week - Fulltime 
  • Salary: £25,593 per annum
  • Location: Hybrid working - Head Office Hertford and remote working

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