What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think of a volunteer?Is it a quaint old lady behind a charity shop counter? A quirkily dressed, colourful individual? Perhaps a well meaning person bragging about their good deeds? Volunteers Week is celebrated between 1st and 7th June every year. It is a week … Continue reading Celebrating Volunteers Week June 1-7
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Volunteering in Calderdale
Our volunteers are important ‘eyes and ears’ in our communities, they have received virtual training to spot when residents might benefit from extra support if they are experiencing any safeguarding issues. As people stay at home to protect the NHS and care homes and save lives, it is more important than ever to look out … Continue reading Volunteering in Calderdale
Staying Well Newsletter – Isolated yet together
The latest Staying Well Newsletter is out now, with lots of information on staying well, befriending, volunteering and activities, it also recognises the kindness and resilience of the people of Calderdale. The newsletter can be accessed here
Thanking Calderdale’s amazing community groups
Calderdale’s community groups, which provide a vital lifeline for the most vulnerable, are being reminded to apply for grants from Calderdale Council and the Community Foundation for Calderdale (CFFC) to help them respond to COVID-19. Many groups across the borough have already applied for the Emergency Community Support Fund, which the Council and the CFFC … Continue reading Thanking Calderdale’s amazing community groups
The Great British Spring Clean
The Great British Spring Clean is on its way from Friday 20th March to Monday 13th April 2020 across the UK. Calderdale Council and Keep Britain Tidy are calling on you, our #LitterHeroes, to take action. This year Calderdale Council want to support as many local groups and individuals as possible. We hope that collecting a record … Continue reading The Great British Spring Clean
