Health and Wellbeing
Welsh language and ethnic minority communities in Wales – free digital skills sessions this February
If you have any problems clicking the links please e-mail marketingteam@cwmpas.coop. You can view more of our upcoming free digital skills webinars here: https://www.digitalcommunities.gov.wales/webinar-programme/ You’re invited! Welsh language and ethnic minority...
04/02/2025
As requested through the Live Well Mental Health Planning & Development Partnership Board on 21st January, please find below and attached information which you will need to have a greater understanding...
04/02/2025
What is this survey for? In the Autumn we spoke to women, girls and practitioners in the NHS to ask about their experiences in communication around women’s health. We did...
04/02/2025
Public Health Wales is exploring a new lung cancer screening programme and want to hear your thoughts. The survey takes just 10 minutes and is completely anonymous. Your feedback will...
04/02/2025
We’re really pleased to announce that gofod3 will return on 2 July 2025 at Cardiff City Stadium. The event remains free to attend, although booking in advance is a must. Please mark...
04/02/2025
The latest edition of A Healthier Wales: Health and Social Services News is now available, offering key updates on the health and social care landscape in Wales. This newsletter covers...
03/02/2025
Since April 2024, Digital Communities Wales has been working thematically to provide digital inclusion support for the people of Wales. This session is being delivered by Digital Communities Wales, in...
03/02/2025
A series of free online training, well-being, and information sessions for carers is scheduled for February and March 2025. These Carers Me Time Sessions are designed to support carers with...
03/02/2025
The January edition of the Health and Care Project newsletter is now available. This issue highlights key updates, initiatives, and success stories from across the health and care sector. You...
03/02/2025
Looking for something to do this February? Ponthafren has a fantastic range of activities to support wellbeing, creativity, and connection. From workshops and social groups to mindfulness sessions, there’s something...
03/02/2025
Lleswyl is Daring to Dream’s ‘Wellbeing Festival’. The Festival-at-Home experience that we established to support the wellbeing of those who normally cannot attend live gigs because of chronic illness, disability, or...
03/02/2025
The recent publication titled “Why Wait? Building on Proven Initiatives to Reduce Waits in Wales” is now available for review. This publication compiles a series of Bevan Exemplar projects that...
03/02/2025
Community Justice Cymru would like to share a really exciting opportunity to make a tangible difference to the lives of women involved with the Criminal Justice System, their families and community. The...
03/02/2025
A relaxed, welcoming space for anyone affected by a neurological condition. Meet others, share experiences, and enjoy a chat over a cuppa. Where: Llandrindod Wells Golf Club When: Wednesday 19th...
03/02/2025
The latest edition of the Wales Arts Health & Wellbeing Network (WAHWN) Newsletter is now available! This issue features updates, opportunities, and insights at the intersection of arts, health, and...
03/02/2025
The final report from the Bevan Commission’s ‘Let’s Not Waste’ programme is now available. This two-year initiative, supported by the Welsh Government, built on the findings of What a Waste!,...
03/02/2025
The first phase of a new multi-agency health and wellbeing campus in Newtown could become a reality by Spring 2028 if a new funding bid to Welsh Government is successful....
03/02/2025
Following the success of the Ystradgynlais Well-being Event in February and as a key partner of Powys County Council & Powys Teaching Health Board, we’d like to invite you to...
03/02/2025
The Explore programme is designed to help build young people’s confidence; helping them to improve their teamwork, and to build on their problem solving and communication skills and help them...
03/02/2025
Do you work with community groups who want to get outdoors more for health and wellbeing? Not sure how to safely organise a visit in your local area or to...
03/02/2025
There is an exciting line up of webinars to attend in February and March, more details below. Faith and social prescribing. 19th February, 12.00pm – 1.00pm Exploring the Extension Phase (2024-2025)...
03/02/2025
Bank Staff OPEN DAY: 6 February, Brecon Hospital. We are recruiting bank staff for our mental health team. We need: Health Care Support Workers Registered Mental Health Nurses Interviews...
03/02/2025
Our Powys energy advisers work with people in fuel poverty, providing advice and support. We help people understand how they’re using energy and how they can manage and reduce fuel...
03/02/2025
Talking is important because spotting cancer early saves lives. A Cancer Champion is someone who encourages and empowers people in their community to take up cancer screening, spot the early...
03/02/2025
The next RHCW Webinar is being held on Tuesday 28th January 2025 from 10am to 12 noon, with the following presentations: The Wellbeing benefits of Walking in Nature Michelle Symes, Research and Development Officer,...
03/02/2025
Arthritis can affect many different aspects of your life, including your self-esteem, relationships and your sex life as it can reduce sex drive and cause physical discomfort and make sex...
03/02/2025
Can you help us make Wales a great place to grow older? For most people, making their own decisions and choices is a matter of considerable importance. Being part of decision-making...
30/01/2025
Harmony & Balance sessions are available for Powys County Council Social Care colleagues, unpaid carers and third sector colleagues. These sessions have no charge and are virtually delivered via Teams....
30/01/2025
Be part of a ‘Healthy Caring Powys’ and help us transform the way we provide health and care, so our communities can Start Well, Live Well and Age Well. Job...
30/01/2025
Mid and North Powys Mind is offering free mental health workplace training for staff across Powys. This initiative aims to promote wellbeing and resilience in the workplace, helping organisations support...
29/01/2025
Locality network meetings are held every quarter, bringing together local residents, community groups, and organisations to foster collaboration and positive change. These sessions offer a valuable platform to: Discuss key...
28/01/2025
Community Justice Cyrmu would like to share a really exciting opportunity to make a tangible difference to the lives of women involved with the Criminal Justice System, their families and...
28/01/2025
If you have any problems clicking the links please e-mail marketingteam@cwmpas.coop. You can view more of our upcoming free digital skills webinars here: https://www.digitalcommunities.gov.wales/webinar-programme/ You’re invited! Free digital skills webinars about...
22/01/2025
Unpaid carers play a vital role and without their hours of care, our health and social care systems would fail. Their knowledge and expertise are vital to safe and smooth...
21/01/2025
Losing someone important to you is one of the hardest things to experience in life. The PTHB Bereavement Service would like to hear your thoughts about the care provided to...
21/01/2025
Unpaid carers in Powys are being encouraged to share their experiences and insights. Feedback is being sought on which services or organisations have been the most helpful in supporting carers...
21/01/2025
Sharon Healey, Head of Health, Wellbeing, and Partnership at PAVO, recently attended the Macmillan Community Innovation Project Findings event in Cardiff. The event explored Macmillan’s efforts to enhance access to...
21/01/2025
Harmony & Balance sessions are available for Powys County Council Social Care colleagues, unpaid carers and third sector colleagues. These sessions have no charge and are virtually delivered via Teams....
21/01/2025
We are seeing a significant number of flu cases in our communities and hospital admissions across Wales are increasing. If you are eligible to receive the flu vaccination, protect yourself...
20/01/2025
MeTime online sessions are designed to inform you of your rights and to support your wellbeing. Sessions vary from practical advice on carers’ rights and caring to a set of...
20/01/2025
Good health is a fundamental right, but in Wales, health outcomes vary unfairly across communities. This report emphasises the importance of investing in prevention to help everyone live longer, healthier...
20/01/2025
Statement from the WCVA: We are deeply concerned and disheartened to witness the recent attacks directed at the Welsh Refugee Council (WRC) on social media. As a valued member of...
20/01/2025
10% of the population of Powys are not online, compared to a national average of 7%. This means there are citizens who don’t have the access because of a lack...
20/01/2025
NHS Wales App: Helping People to Get Online – 12 February 2025 | 14:00-15:30 This session will be delivered in English. If you would like to access the session with...
20/01/2025
If you have any problems clicking the links please e-mail marketingteam@cwmpas.coop. You’re invited! NHS Wales App – Helping people to get online Join us for one of our upcoming webinars this...
14/01/2025
Hello and welcome to the latest Digital Communities Wales newsletter! If you have any problems clicking the links please e-mail marketingteam@cwmpas.coop. ‘Follow’ us on X and ‘Like’ our Facebook page. Contents: News Support...
09/01/2025
We’re excited to share our latest blog, A Day in the Life of Sarah at Care & Repair. This insightful blog takes you behind the scenes to see how the...
07/01/2025
Adferiad are excited to announce the launch of their new service in Powys: the Young Person’s Therapeutic and Positive Attachment Service. This service is designed to support young people by...
07/01/2025
To ensure the views of our local population feed into the national 10-Year Health Plan as part of the Change NHS period of engagement, we are hosting two online local...
07/01/2025
16 January 2025 | 10 am – 11.30 am | Online Welsh 23 January 2025 | 10 am – 11.30 am | Online – English This FREE session, run by the Welsh Language Commissioner’s Hybu...
07/01/2025
Stay up to date with the latest news and opportunities from the Outdoor Partnership! Their newsletter highlights recent achievements, upcoming activities, and exciting ways to get involved with outdoor initiatives...
07/01/2025
Citizens Advice Powys reflects on another busy year, responding to the ongoing financial crisis and the increasing demand for its services. Throughout 2024, the organisation provided impartial and trusted advice...
07/01/2025
The latest edition of the Powys Smoke-Free Newsletter is now available. This newsletter provides key updates, resources, and news about the ongoing work to promote smoke-free environments and support people...
07/01/2025
The latest edition of the WCVA Health and Social Care Project Newsletter is now available. This newsletter provides valuable updates, resources, and insights relevant to the health and social care...
07/01/2025
The Democracy and Boundary Commission Cymru has published its Revised Proposals Report in relation to the review of Senedd Constituencies in Wales. The Report has been published and can be viewed...
07/01/2025
Stay informed with the latest updates from Mind! Their Winter Newsletter is packed with helpful insights, upcoming events, and resources to support mental health and wellbeing during the colder months....
07/01/2025
We’re excited to share an update on the ‘Silly Rules’ campaign, launched in partnership with the Bevan Commission and the Institute for Healthcare Improvement! This campaign is all about...
06/01/2025
Unlock the essentials of self-management and leadership with this comprehensive online training. This eight-module programme is designed to help you effectively motivate, manage, and support others to reach your organisation’s...
06/01/2025
Are you a business in Powys with less than 250 employees and a turnover of under £50 million? Mind’s In-work Support Service offers free health and wellbeing support to help...
06/01/2025
This page provides information about urgent temporary changes being made to hospital stroke services in the Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board area (including Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil)...
06/01/2025
A six-week online consultation on changes to the local Powys bus services has begun. The consultation follows an initial online engagement exercise, and a series of engagement events held across...
06/01/2025
Since February 2024 some partners of the network have been developing a health & wellbeing drop in session project in partnership with Powys County Council Community Health Protection & Wellbeing...
17/12/2024
The Newtown Locality Network meeting took place on 10th December at Hope Church, offering a fantastic opportunity for networking among third-sector groups and sharing key updates about funding opportunities and...
17/12/2024
We look forward to welcoming our members to the first network meeting of 2025! As well as being an opportunity to hear about the latest news and updates in the...
17/12/2024
Five Tips for enjoying a stress-free Christmas It’s the season of goodwill, a time for joy – but Christmas can also mean a sleigh-load of stress. Prioritising your mental health...
17/12/2024
There are simple ways to take care of yourself and your family this winter. Stock up your medicine cabinet – Eye drops, Nasal sprays, Sore throat and cough lozenges, Antacid,...
17/12/2024
Natalie Zhivkova, WCVA’s Policy & Insights Manager discusses the challenges facing voluntary organisations that Welsh Government’s draft budget fails to address. Welsh Government just published its 2025/26 draft ‘Budget for a...
17/12/2024
Academi Wales is offering a comprehensive leadership programme to equip leaders across Wales with the skills, knowledge, and capabilities necessary to drive progress towards achieving Net Zero emissions. In partnership...
17/12/2024
Powys Council has been awarded funding to support Warm Spaces for 2024/25. Funding can be utilised to establish / re-establish spaces and add value to those that are already in...
17/12/2024
Please see the latest edition of Touchbase from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). It includes a helpful round-up of updates and resources. You can read the latest from...
17/12/2024
Flu and COVID-19 vaccinations are a safe and effective way of protecting you and your loved ones from getting seriously ill this winter ️ They provide an extra layer of protection,...
17/12/2024
Help older people across Wales to make their voices heard As I develop my Strategy and Work Programme, I’m keen to hear from as many older people as possible from...
17/12/2024
After a successful return to our original in-person format we’re pleased to announce that gofod3, Wales space for the voluntary sector, will be back in 2025. In June we brought gofod3...
17/12/2024
Did you know, RNID provide in-person and online information talks for small groups like yours? We’re delighted to have volunteers available in your areas and would like to offer your...
16/12/2024
Introduction to Handling Issues of Suicide and Self Harm in Children and Young People Applicable to all people who work with children and young people. Learning Objectives After this course,...
16/12/2024
We are designing a new project in Mid Wales to support young people (16-30) into Green Careers such as nature restoration, building retrofits, renewable energy and regenerative farming. This can...
16/12/2024
The November newsletter from Wales Arts Health and Wellbeing Network is now available, packed with exciting updates, upcoming events, and resources focused on using arts and creativity to support health...
03/12/2024
Please see the link below to see what Llais heard from their Llais Local events that took place in Llandrindod Wells and Rhayader in June. What We Heard in...
03/12/2024
The Ponthafren Activity Sheet for December 2024 is now available, offering a variety of in-person events designed to support well-being, foster social connections, and provide enjoyable activities as the festive...
03/12/2024
Llais is an organisation based in Wales that helps people who use health and social care services to get their voices heard. They want to know what you think about...
03/12/2024
Carers Wales is offering a range of free online training and well-being sessions for carers throughout December 2024 and January 2025. These sessions are designed to provide valuable information, support,...
03/12/2024
Click the link below to access the latest newsletter from Care & Repair in Powys and explore updates, upcoming activities, and helpful resources: AutumnWinter Newsletter 2024&5 FINAL
03/12/2024
The survey for the All Wales Cancer Psychology Project has been thoroughly tested, reviewed, and approved, and it is now live for anyone affected by cancer to complete. The goal...
03/12/2024
Patients in Powys are set to benefit from a new model of overnight care from the beginning of December. The temporary changes will help to ensure that more patients are...
03/12/2024
The Bevan Commission is undertaking an exciting project in partnership with the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) to tackle ‘Silly Rules’ in health and social care across Wales. Originally launched...
03/12/2024
Digital and financial inclusion and managing your health online Join us for our upcoming online training sessions co-hosted with the Money and Pensions Service on the topic of digital and financial inclusion...
03/12/2024
Time to Talk Public Health: August 2024 Survey Findings Time to Talk Public Health is a nationally representative panel of residents across Wales established by Public Health Wales to enable...
03/12/2024
Mid and North Powys Mind is offering free online training sessions to help young people and their parents/carers navigate the digital world safely. This training provides practical tips and information...
03/12/2024
Updated opening hours for the Minor Injuries Unit (MIU) have been provided by Powys Teaching Health Board (PTHB). The MIU continues to offer care for non-life-threatening injuries such as sprains,...
03/12/2024
Shaping the New Dementia Action Plan for Wales The development of a new Dementia Action Plan for Wales is underway, building on the progress achieved through the current plan introduced...
03/12/2024
Stay Protected This Winter: Flu and COVID-19 Vaccinations Public Health Wales is promoting flu and COVID-19 vaccinations this winter, emphasizing the importance of protecting yourself and those around you from...
03/12/2024
The next Welsh Small Charities Forum will be on Monday 9th December 10:30am – 12pm Register here This session will focus on advocating for unrestricted funding and will be part of a series...
03/12/2024
PDA – A Guide for Parent & Carers Catrina Lowri, Neuroteachers Lucy Johnson, The Autsons Thursday, 12th of December 2024, 10:00am – 12:30pm About the Session This session will...
02/12/2024
Our Powys energy advisers work with people in fuel poverty, providing advice and support. We help people understand how they’re using energy and how they can manage and reduce fuel...
29/11/2024
For the past 3.5 years, our Wild Skills Wild Spaces (WSWS) | Montgomeryshire Wildlife Trust project has connected young people aged (11-17) with nature improving mental and social wellbeing through hands on...
12/11/2024
An open letter has been sent to the Chancellor calling for urgent action on the planned increase to employer National Insurance Contributions (NICs) for the charity and voluntary sectors. Reason...
12/11/2024
A new toolkit has been launched to evaluate the impact and cost of various policies aimed at reducing obesity. Developed through a two-year collaboration with academic experts from obesity, health,...
12/11/2024
The Next Generation Leadership Programme is designed for bold and authentic leaders who are passionate about creating meaningful change for people. We are now accepting applications for the 2025 cohort....
12/11/2024
Health Care, Social Care, and Care Home workers in Powys are eligible for a COVID-19 vaccination. How to Book: Phone: Call 01874 442510 Email: powys.covidvacc@wales.nhs.uk For more information and to...
12/11/2024