Would you like to be part of an exciting opportunity to mentor people with additional support needs? Are you patient, confident, a good listener and have a good sense of humour? Can you set goals, use your initiative and be resourceful? Do you believe that everyone should be given the opportunity to reach their potential? If … Continue reading Mentors Needed…
CHIBS: Join our Team of Befrienders
Calderdale Help in Bereavement Service (CHIBS) is a small local charity offering support to people with issues relating to bereavement and we are looking for befriending volunteers to join our rapidly expanding service. Apply now to join our next comprehensive training sessions commencing October 2015. CHIBS fully trained volunteers provide an invaluable service for the people … Continue reading CHIBS: Join our Team of Befrienders
Support for armed forces personnel and families
Calderdale Council is committed to supporting our Armed Forces personnel and their families. The Armed forces community covenant is a voluntary statement of mutual support between a civilian community and its local armed forces community. If you've served in the armed forces and need some help there are some organisations who may be able to … Continue reading Support for armed forces personnel and families
Warm at Home Scheme
Calderdale Council’s Home Improvement Service and Energy Action Team have received a small grant from Foundations for 2015/16. The funding will be used to help make homes more energy efficient and or easier to keep warm. It can be used towards measures such as:- Draught proofing to doors/windows/ceilings/floors/flues where unwanted cold air is an issue … Continue reading Warm at Home Scheme
Parenting and Mental Health Conference – models of good support in a culture of fear
Friday 9 October, 9.30-4.00, At the Elsie Whitely Innovation Centre, Halifax Speakers will talk about: Parenting and mental health in context Personal experience Identifying, understanding and reducing fear; different perspectives Cultural accessibility Describing signs of good support Good enough services Focus on the parents Due to limited places booking is essential, there is no charge. … Continue reading Parenting and Mental Health Conference – models of good support in a culture of fear
