Fantastic Friday Update

It is with great sadness that we hear of the death of Her Majesty The Queen. We remember her remarkable and outstanding service to our nation and commonwealth as our sovereign, undertaken with such grace, dedication and humility. United now with her beloved husband, may she rest in peace.

We extend our sincere condolences and thoughts to King Charles III and the Royal Family.

 

On Monday 19th we will join the Country in remembering her remarkable and outstanding service on the day of her funeral.

A book of condolence has been placed in the Civic Centres across Hertfordshire, so that individuals can write their personal tributes to the Monarch and reflect on her lifetime of service to the country. There is also an online book of condolence on the Royal's Family website and a book of remembrance on the Hertfordshire Lord-Lieutenant's website.

 

 

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

On Tuesday the 20th you can find the Healthy Hub at the Phillimore Court , in Radlett for the Coffee Morning,(10.30am-11.30am)

On Thursday and Friday it will be respectively at the Borehamwood (10-12.30pm) and Bushey Food Banks (10-12pm).

 
ST ALBANS FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL

Communities 1st will also attend the St Albans Food and Drink Festival on Sunday 25th September (12pm-6pm) with a Community Self Zone Tent outside the Alban Arena. This tent will be a safe space for people who need to step away from the crowds and will allow people a quiet place to relax and find some respite from the noise and activities, and will offer a calm space in which people can sit down, chat to staff members, and receive signposting to the many forms of support we offer as a charity, as well as other organisation's support.
INFORMATION TO SUPPORT INDIVIDUALS

Anyone wanting to leave a personal tribute to Her Majesty the Queen can use any of the books of condolence placed both at the Civic Centre (opening hours remain unchanged) and at the Cathedral in the Lady Chapel near the main entrance.  There is also an online book of condolence organised by Buckingham Palace and one on the Lord Lieutenant of Hertfordshire’s website.

The City Council is currently arranging, with the assistance of the Cathedral, a place in the City Centre where people can lay floral tributes. Confirmation of the location will be shared on their website in due course.

Word Alzheimer's Awareness Month 2022
Every September, people come together from around the world to raise awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and challenge the stigma around dementia.

Communities 1st have partnered with The Alzheimer's Society and Dementia Adventure to run an online Dementia Friends Information session. This session will give you the opportunity to learn more about what it is like to live with dementia and turn that understanding into action. 

 

Date: 21st September 11am-12pm

More information

New Ukrainian Support Groups
Would you like to connect with other people from Ukraine?

Come along to a weekly session where Ukrainian guests can meet other Ukrainians living locally and hosts can meet other local hosts.

 

The sessions take place at :

- Aberford Community Centre, Borehamwood, WD6 1PN every Wednesday 4pm - 6pm.

- St Albans Library, Level 2,The Maltings, St Albans,AL1 3JQ every Friday 10.30am - 12.30pm.

 More information

New Bowls Project FREE for all residents!

Back2Bowls is a new Bowls project starting in Aberford Community Centre this month. Everyone is welcome and there will be refreshments provided as well as other activities for residents to get involved in.

 

Every Wednesday 1pm - 3pm.

Register here  

Shape Up is back! Do you know someone who needs a little help?

Shape Up is a 12 week FREE weight loss course aimed at men aged 18 to 65 who have a BMI of 30+.

 

Every Monday from 12th September in Allum Manor, Borehamwood, 7pm - 8:30pm. 

For more information

Free NHS Health Checks 

If you’re aged 40-74, Healthy Hubs in Hertsmere are offering you the opportunity to have a free health check at The Wyllyotts Theatre, Potters Bar, EN6 2HN.

Places must be booked in advance.

 

Dates:5th, 12th and 19th  September 

For more information and to book 

Early Years Experiences.

This online course will help parents/carers understand how children learn in the Early Years Foundation Stage and how they can support their child’s learning at home with tips on how to help your child settle happily into school life, supporting their mental well-being and developing good social skills.

This course is aimed at parents/careers of children aged 3-5 years old. Cost: £15

20th September 2022, 1 pm - 3 pm

More information

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
VACANCIES

Assistant Manager Finance and Administration

  • Hours: 30 Fixed term March 24
  • Salary: Circa £29,000
  • Location: St Albans

Life Skills Tutor

  • Hours: 25
  • Salary Circa £27,000
  • Location: TBC

For more information on these and other roles at Communities 1st click here

Fundraising Support Officer

  • Hours: 22.5 hours per week (Part-Time)
  • Salary: £19,650 - £20,043
  • Location: Head Office in Stevenage

Administrator

  • Hours: 20 hours per week (Part-Time)
  • Salary: £19,650 - £20,043
  • Countywide: Head Office in Stevenage

More Information for both the positions

Senior Support Officer at HCC

  • Hours: 37 hours per week
  • Salary: £21,695 with the opportunity to progress to a maximum of £24,920 per annum
  • Location: Mobile/ No Fixed location (working in the Homes 4 Ukraine Team )

More Information

Community Link Worker - Ukraine Support

  • Hours: 35 hours per week (Includes some weekend working) - 1 year Fixed Term
  • Salary: £24,000 per annum
  • Countywide

More Information

Finance Assistant

  • Hours: 35 hours per week
  • Salary: £20,000 pa
  • Location: Hybrid working - Head Office Hertford and remote working

More Information

 

 

Residential Child Care Worker

  • Hours: 37 hours per week - Permanent

  • Starting Salary £21,695 per annum plus 6% market enhancement, with the opportunity to progress to a maximum of £24,920 per annum plus 6% market enhancement or Starting
  • Location: Hertford, Watford, Baldock, Stevenage and Welwyn

More Information and to apply

 

 

Marketing and Communication Manager

  • Hours: Full Time and Permanent 
  • Salary: £31,589 - £34,517 per annum
  • Location: Welwyn Garden City Campus

More Information and to apply