update you about the temporary closure of the POST OFFICE LIMITED - CASTLE GRESLEY
For further information please visit our Consultation Hub via the link below:
Consultation Hub - Castle Gresley DE11 9HS
Yours faithfully
Audra Mirjah-Clarke
Post Office Ltd
For further information please visit our Consultation Hub via the link below:
Consultation Hub - Castle Gresley DE11 9HS
Yours faithfully
Audra Mirjah-Clarke
Post Office Ltd
Help local people in crisis during the COVID-19 pandemic & beyond - become a Stronger South Derbyshire Regular Giving Fund member: sdcvs.org.uk/donate
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Tell us about your experience of the last few extraordinary months, and what support you need – and win a £25 supermarket voucher!
We want to hear from community groups, voluntary organisations, charities and social enterprises of all kinds and all sizes, from all parts of Derby City and Derbyshire. This includes established organisations (whether or not you have been able to provide services during the lockdown), as well as new informal mutual aid / neighbourhood groups; and faith organisations, parish councils and food banks responding to the crisis. Closing date 31 July 2020 To take part visit: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/3D2020. 
We have a brand new website for our Derbyshire Home from Hospital Support Service!
The service offers short term practical support for people who need a little help when they leave hospital or to help prevent them being admitted. Anyone living in Derbyshire or registered with a Derbyshire GP can use the service if they have limited support from other sources such as friends and family. For more information visit: https://dhfh.org.uk. 
At this short presentation you will be able to find out more about the funding pots available from Foundation Derbyshire - independent charity and grant maker, and the application process.
Friday 17 July 2020 starting at 10am on Zoom. To book a place email Liz Gumbley (CVS Development Officer) on LizG@sdcvs.org.uk. For more information about Foundation Derbyshire visit www.foundationderbyshire.org. 
Following the success of the writing workshop that Derbyshire Carers Association arranged during Carers Week, they have booked a further set of 5 sessions for Carers to join in with. The workshops will be facilitated by Derby based writer Sophie Sparham, who will guide you through different writing exercises to help you experience the benefits of expressive writing.
Online via Zoom - Thursdays 1–2:30pm on 2nd, 16th, 30th July & 13th, 27th August 2020. For more information contact Derbyshire Carers on 01773 833 833 or info@derbyshirecarers.co.uk. 
Open to all volunteers and community group leaders in South Derbyshire, this free online training has been organised by us and will be led by Greg Stenson from Citizens Advice Mid Mercia's Gambling Support Service.
Wednesday 22 July 09:55 - 11:25 on Zoom. Content will include how to spot clients at risk of gambling whilst engaging in a conversation with regards to harmful gambling, short-term practical intervention strategies, and referral pathways for long-term specialist support. Limited places are available, so if you are interested in attending we would encourage you to book ASAP at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/gamble-aware-online-training-with-citizens-advice-mid-mercia-tickets-112090850752. 
Stronger South Derbyshire – Small Grants for Community Support during CV19
Applications are currently being sought from groups based and operating in South Derbyshire for sums of up to £500. This could be used to help people in practical ways, provide emotional support, help people stay connected or find new ways to support your beneficiaries during this difficult time. Visit: https://strongersouthderbyshire.org/funding-for-groups/. Health & Wellbeing Grants South Derbyshire CVS manages a number of small grant funds for voluntary, community and not-for-profit organisations wanting to make a difference to local people and communities. You can apply for up to £2,000 in total. Guidelines and application forms can be found at: www.sdcvs.org.uk/community/funding-advice. 
NAVCA is the only national membership body specifically for local sector support and development organisations (also known as local infrastructure) in England. They currently have the following vacancies, both full time, fixed term contract to 31st March 2021; £34,000pa pro rata plus 8% employers’ pension; Home based/virtual office working:
Deadline 19 July 2020. For more information visit: https://navca.org.uk/jobs. 
Hello Neighbourhood Watch member,
We now have a new website for Derbyshire NW: https://www.derbyshireneighbourhoodwatch.co.uk/ It is clear and easy to use - please have a look and browse. The new site allows you to:
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Boris Johnson confirms latest easing of lockdown plans in final daily briefing. Full story👉https://bit.ly/37SIMNu 
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Open to all volunteers and community group leaders in South Derbyshire, this free online training has been organised by us and will be led by Greg Stenson from Citizens Advice Mid Mercia's Gambling Support Service.
Wednesday 22 July 09:55 - 11:25 on Zoom. Content will include how to spot clients at risk of gambling whilst engaging in a conversation with regards to harmful gambling, short-term practical intervention strategies, and referral pathways for long-term specialist support. Limited places are available, so if you are interested in attending we would encourage you to book ASAP at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/gamble-aware-online-training-with-citizens-advice-mid-mercia-tickets-112090850752. 
15 months of free personalised support for people with a health conditions or disabilities. Socially-distanced and safe support available during the Covid-19 outbreak.
Participants must:
Trent PTS provide free, confidential, flexible, responsive and accessible psychological therapy services. They provide treatment for depression, anxiety, loss, grief, trauma, relationship problems and many other conditions.
They have remained open during the COVID19 restrictions through the availability of Telehealth care (video, telephone, text chat) and can be accessed by anyone via the self-referral telephone number - 01332 265659, or online at https://www.trentpts.co.uk/self-referral/. 
Grants of up to £5,000 are available for good causes, groups and charities helping communities deal with the impact of COVID-19.
For more information visit: https://www.centralengland.coop/community-covid/. 
Grants of up to £3,000 are available to fund core costs of small to medium-sized charities in the UK working in the following areas: arts outreach, isolated children and young people, disability, disadvantaged women and families, prisoners and ex-offenders, and community cohesion among minority groups.
For more information visit: http://woodwardcharitabletrust.org.uk/general_applications/. 
Resilience Grants are available for infrastructure organisations that can demonstrate their ability to play a pivotal role in responding to rising youth unemployment but have had their finances impacted as a result of COVID-19.
Inspiring Futures grants aim to improve the employment prospects of children and young people experiencing discrimination or disadvantage, especially those whose journeys towards employment have been further disrupted by Covid-19. For more information visit: https://youthfuturesfoundation.org/grants/. 
Grants of between £250,000 and £750,000 are available for large-scale projects that address the following:
For more information visit: https://www.biffa-award.org/partnerships/. 
A government commitment in the 2016-2020 hate crime action plan. Provides funding for protective security measures to places of worship and associated faith community centres that are vulnerable to hate crime. Grants of up to £56,000 can cover the costs of up to three security measures.
For more information visit: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/places-of-worship-security-funding-scheme. 
Erewash Voluntary Action CVS works towards a caring and more inclusive society by developing and supporting individual and group voluntary action that responds to local community needs and wishes. They currently have the following vacancies:
For more information visit: https://www.erewashvoluntaryaction.org.uk/news. 
Victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence
Victims of domestic abuse and sexual violence across Derbyshire will have access to increased support as part of an emergency funding package in response to the coronavirus.
Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner Hardyal Dhindsa has allocated £439,275 in grants to charities and non-profit organisations which are safeguarding victims of violence and supporting their emotional recovery during the pandemic. The Commissioner received the maximum allocation of funding the Ministry of Justice which is investing £750m nationally as part of the response to soaring demand levels during Covid-19. Derbyshire has been allocated £236,882 for domestic abuse services already commissioned by the PCC, £74,196 for sexual violence services already commissioned by the PCC and £128,197 for domestic abuse services not currently commissioned by the PCC. The funding has been shared between a host of charities and non-profit organisations across the county, helping them to meet the increased cost of adapting services according to social distancing rules, increased staffing and an expansion of safe accommodation for desperate victims and their families. In announcing the funding, Mr Dhindsa said: "This is a huge victory for victims of crime and should encourage anybody suffering at the hands of an abuser to step forward and seek help because there are people trained and ready to help. "I've been able to secure the maximum amount of funding from the MoJ and there is no doubt that it is desperately needed. Covid-19 has increased the risk and vulnerability of so many victims and survivors of violence and it is vital we expand capacity to ensure everyone who needs help or protection receives it. "We have excellent working relationships with service providers and have been able to establish swiftly where critical funding and additional resources are needed to meet demand pressures. "Many victims of violence will be accessing help for the first time as a result of the lockdown and this funding will ensure we can support their recovery throughout Covid-19 and beyond with specialist resources. "It's important now to take stock of demand trends and prepare beyond the present as the pressure for help is unlikely to diminish in the months ahead." For detail of victim services in Derbyshire visit the Core website www.core-derbyshire.com |
From this Saturday in England, you will be able to stay the night away from your home in a group of up to two households (your support bubble counts as a household).
Find out more: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-outbreak-faqs-what-you-can-and-cant-do/coronavirus-outbreak-faqs-what-you-can-and-cant-do-after-4-july 
If you are using public transport to travel home from work tonight, remember to wear a face covering.
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The COVID alert level in the UK has moved from 4 to 3.
The government's plan is working and we are containing the spread of coronavirus. Thank you to everyone for following the rules and playing their part - we must keep going to keep the level down. 
It’s a difficult time for lot of people, so this #LonelinessAwarenessWeek we are encouraging everyone to check-in with someone who might need it at the moment. So if dinner’s not quite ready, why not chat to a mate while you wait? For support, got to letstalkloneliness.co.uk
From today Monday 1 June, groups of up to six people will be able to meet in public spaces and other outdoor private spaces, such as gardens.
The Prime Minister announced the further measures in the easing of England's coronavirus lockdown rules, during the latest government briefing. Explaining that the five tests for lifting the lockdown has been met, Mr Johnson set out his plan to allow groups of people to meet. "These changes means friends and family will start to meet loved ones," he said. However, those from different households will need to maintain the two metre distance rule. Mr Johnson also stated that people should not be gathering in the homes of friends and families and those who have been shielding have been instructed to continue. "It remains the case that people should not be inside the homes of their friends and families, unless it is to access the garden. |
if you have any of these #coronavirus symptoms
🌡️ a high temperature 🗣️ a new, continuous cough 👃 a loss or change to your sense of smell or taste You can get tested here: http://nhs.uk/coronavirus 
Off to work this morning?
Travel safely. Avoid using public transport if you can. https://www.gov.uk/…/coronavirus-covid-19-safer-travel-guid…... See more 
Specific support is available to NHS and social care workers who are struggling with their mental health.
Text ‘FRONTLINE’ to 85258 to start a conversation. 
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Coronavirus update...
Prime Minister Boris Johnson announces single adult households can form 'support bubbles' with one other household. More information 👉 https://bit.ly/2XPetUJ 
If you want to talk to someone about your mental health or you are looking for support for someone else, there is help available:
https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/ 
Wash your hands regularly, with soap and water, to help control coronavirus.
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If you are told you have been exposed to someone infected with coronavirus,
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The NHS Test and Trace service just launched.
Here's how YOU can play a part in controlling the virus and getting life back to normal: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/nhs-test-and-trace-how-it-works We can all help control the virus if we #StayAlert.
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Dear Partner
We wanted to let you know about a couple of things we are doing at the moment around funding and fundraising.
Stronger South Derbyshire Regular Giving Fund Launch
As you may know, at the beginning of the Coronavirus crisis, we set up the Stronger South Derbyshire Fund, enabling people to make donations to support vulnerable people in South Derbyshire during COVID-19. Today we're launching the Stronger South Derbyshire Regular Giving Fund, encouraging people to keep up the support for the community response by making regular monthly donations. Funds raised will support local activities and services that are helping people through this challenging time, as well as helping us to plan ahead and make sure we are always there for local people in need. For more information please visit: https://sdcvs.org.uk/donate.
Small Grants for Community Support during CV19
When COVID-19 hit, we made the application process to our Small Grants Fund even more accessible, to ensure that local groups and organisations closest to their communities could access additional funds during the crisis. Groups based and operating in South Derbyshire can apply for sums of up to £500. This could be used to help people in practical ways, to provide emotional support, to help people stay connected, or to find new ways to support beneficiaries during this difficult time. For more information please visit: https://strongersouthderbyshire.org/funding-for-groups/.
Yours faithfully
Kerrie Fletcher
CEO
South Derbyshire CVS
For more information contact South Derbyshire CVS on communications@sdcvs.org.uk.
We wanted to let you know about a couple of things we are doing at the moment around funding and fundraising.
Stronger South Derbyshire Regular Giving Fund Launch
As you may know, at the beginning of the Coronavirus crisis, we set up the Stronger South Derbyshire Fund, enabling people to make donations to support vulnerable people in South Derbyshire during COVID-19. Today we're launching the Stronger South Derbyshire Regular Giving Fund, encouraging people to keep up the support for the community response by making regular monthly donations. Funds raised will support local activities and services that are helping people through this challenging time, as well as helping us to plan ahead and make sure we are always there for local people in need. For more information please visit: https://sdcvs.org.uk/donate.
Small Grants for Community Support during CV19
When COVID-19 hit, we made the application process to our Small Grants Fund even more accessible, to ensure that local groups and organisations closest to their communities could access additional funds during the crisis. Groups based and operating in South Derbyshire can apply for sums of up to £500. This could be used to help people in practical ways, to provide emotional support, to help people stay connected, or to find new ways to support beneficiaries during this difficult time. For more information please visit: https://strongersouthderbyshire.org/funding-for-groups/.
Yours faithfully
Kerrie Fletcher
CEO
South Derbyshire CVS
For more information contact South Derbyshire CVS on communications@sdcvs.org.uk.
From today, the UK's list of coronavirus symptoms has been updated.
Self-isolate if you develop any of the following:
➡️ a new continuous cough
➡️ fever
➡️ loss/change in your normal sense of smell or taste
More info: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/statement-from-the-uk-chief-medical-officers-on-an-update-to-coronavirus-symptoms-18-march-2020
— sharing a COVID-19 update.
Self-isolate if you develop any of the following:
➡️ a new continuous cough
➡️ fever
➡️ loss/change in your normal sense of smell or taste
More info: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/statement-from-the-uk-chief-medical-officers-on-an-update-to-coronavirus-symptoms-18-march-2020
— sharing a COVID-19 update.
Check queue times for our recycling centres before you travel. ⚠️⚠️⚠️
✔️Our website will be updated every hour with the latest details here https://crowd.in/pgeK4w
✔️We're expecting our sites to be very busy today so please avoid if possible and
only visit if its essential because you can't store your waste safely at home.
✔️Remember, to check the date too. Cars with 0, 2, 4, 6, 8 as the last number on their reg plate will only be allowed in on even dates in the month and those with 1, 3, 5, 7 and 9 will be allowed in on odd dates in the month.
Thanks for your patience and understanding.
✔️Our website will be updated every hour with the latest details here https://crowd.in/pgeK4w
✔️We're expecting our sites to be very busy today so please avoid if possible and
only visit if its essential because you can't store your waste safely at home.
✔️Remember, to check the date too. Cars with 0, 2, 4, 6, 8 as the last number on their reg plate will only be allowed in on even dates in the month and those with 1, 3, 5, 7 and 9 will be allowed in on odd dates in the month.
Thanks for your patience and understanding.
The government has set out its plan to return life to as near normal as we can, for as many people as we can, as quickly and fairly as possible in order to safeguard livelihoods, but in a way that is safe and continues to protect our NHS.
The government has published staying safe outside your home for guidance on what the new rules will mean. These will take effect on Wednesday. This page sets out key FAQ to inform the public and help you prepare for these changes.
This guidance applies in England – people in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland should follow the specific rules in those parts of the UK.
The government has published staying safe outside your home for guidance on what the new rules will mean. These will take effect on Wednesday. This page sets out key FAQ to inform the public and help you prepare for these changes.
This guidance applies in England – people in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland should follow the specific rules in those parts of the UK.
All changes will come into effect on Wednesday 13 May.
Until then you should follow existing guidance on social distancing.
Help slow the spread of #COVID19 and identify at risk cases sooner by self-reporting your symptoms daily, even if you feel well 🙏🏼.
Please CLICK HERE to read the update, which includes information on the support available for self-isolating and vulnerable individuals and how we are supporting the local community response.
For more information contact South Derbyshire CVS on communications@sdcvs.org.uk.
For more information contact South Derbyshire CVS on communications@sdcvs.org.uk.
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Staying at home may be difficult, but you are helping to protect yourself and others by doing it.
Tap below to get advice from the #EveryMindMatters platform. ➡️ https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/coronavirus-covid-19-staying-at-home-tips/ These tips are things you can do right now to help you keep on top of your mental well-being. |
Update from South Derbyshire CVS – Community Support
Following recent measures to increase social distancing and self-isolation, we have received a huge number of requests for help and support. We are working hard to meet the demand and doing our best to respond as quickly as possible - please be patient and if you have left a message please don’t ring again – we will get back to you as soon as we can.
We currently offer the following support:
We would also love to hear from individuals wanting to volunteer and from groups and businesses offering community support services.
Individuals needing help:
All requests for individuals needing help should now be directed to the Derbyshire Community Response Unit. This is for vulnerable people who are self isolating and who don’t have any family or friends to help. Register at derbyshire.gov.uk/communityresponse or telephone 01629 535091 Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm / Saturday 9am to 1pm. They will refer as appropriate into local services – including those provided by SDCVS and local Stronger South Derbyshire partners.
Anyone in the ultra high risk/shielding group can register for priority help. If they’ve not had a letter but have one of the conditions listed, and they don’t have anyone who can support them, they can register directly https://www.gov.uk/coronavirus-extremely-vulnerable or call the government helpline on 0800 0288327.
If you need to reach CVS directly:
Like most organisations we’ve had to close the offices and most staff are working from home, so email is the best way to get in touch
For all things to do with our response and community response to CV19 visit www.strongersouthderbyshire.org.
We have also produced a Stronger South Derbyshire Community Response leaflet (attached) - please feel free to share this with your networks and contacts, along with the other information in this email.
Following recent measures to increase social distancing and self-isolation, we have received a huge number of requests for help and support. We are working hard to meet the demand and doing our best to respond as quickly as possible - please be patient and if you have left a message please don’t ring again – we will get back to you as soon as we can.
We currently offer the following support:
- Food Bank (emergency parcels for people in financial difficulties) A number of our referral partners are holding a supply of food parcels to give out directly; they can also be collected from CVS by appointment only. Food for individuals in the high risk group who are self-isolating can be provided via the shopping service and should be referred in to the Community Response Unit at county. Ordinary food bank referrals (non self isolating groups) can be emailed directly to projectsupport@sdcvs.org.uk
- Essential food shopping and collection of prescriptions, for people aged over 70 and/or in high risk groups, who have no family or friends who can help: These will be safely dropped off to people’s doorsteps, by trusted delivery drivers
- Telephone befriending/welfare calls for self-isolating people who need a regular friendly chat
- Information about, and referral into, other community support services. A list of local and national support services, updated regularly can be found at www.strongersouthderbyshire.org or email stronger@sdcvs.org.uk.
We would also love to hear from individuals wanting to volunteer and from groups and businesses offering community support services.
Individuals needing help:
All requests for individuals needing help should now be directed to the Derbyshire Community Response Unit. This is for vulnerable people who are self isolating and who don’t have any family or friends to help. Register at derbyshire.gov.uk/communityresponse or telephone 01629 535091 Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm / Saturday 9am to 1pm. They will refer as appropriate into local services – including those provided by SDCVS and local Stronger South Derbyshire partners.
Anyone in the ultra high risk/shielding group can register for priority help. If they’ve not had a letter but have one of the conditions listed, and they don’t have anyone who can support them, they can register directly https://www.gov.uk/coronavirus-extremely-vulnerable or call the government helpline on 0800 0288327.
If you need to reach CVS directly:
Like most organisations we’ve had to close the offices and most staff are working from home, so email is the best way to get in touch
- Questions about services (including Food Bank referrals) projectsupport@sdcvs.org.uk
- Individuals wanting to volunteer volunteer@sdcvs.org.uk
- Local groups and businesses offering support or needing guidance stronger@sdcvs.org.uk.
For all things to do with our response and community response to CV19 visit www.strongersouthderbyshire.org.
We have also produced a Stronger South Derbyshire Community Response leaflet (attached) - please feel free to share this with your networks and contacts, along with the other information in this email.
Following recent measures to increase social distancing and self-isolation, we have received a huge number of requests for help and support. We are working hard to meet the demand and doing our best to respond as quickly as possible - please be patient and if you have left a message please don’t ring again – we will get back to you as soon as we can.
We currently offer the following support:
Individuals needing help:
All requests for individuals needing help should now be directed to the Derbyshire Community Response Unit. This is for vulnerable people who are self isolating and who don’t have any family or friends to help. Register at derbyshire.gov.uk/communityresponse or telephone 01629 535091 Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm / Saturday 9am to 1pm. They will refer as appropriate into local services – including those provided by SDCVS and local Stronger South Derbyshire partners.
Anyone in the ultra high risk/shielding group can register for priority help. If they’ve not had a letter but have one of the conditions listed, and they don’t have anyone who can support them, they can register directly https://www.gov.uk/coronavirus-extremely-vulnerable or call the government helpline on 0800 0288327.
If you need to reach CVS directly,
Like most organisations we’ve had to close the offices and most staff are working from home, so email is the best way to get in touch
For all things to do with our response and community response to CV19 visit www.strongersouthderbyshire.org.
We have also produced a Stronger South Derbyshire Community Response leaflet - please feel free to share this with your networks and contacts, along with the other information in this e-bulletin.
We currently offer the following support:
- Food Bank (emergency parcels for people in financial difficulties) A number of our referral partners are holding a supply of parcels to give out directly; they can also be collected from CVS by appointment only or delivered to the doorstep (for those who are self-isolating)
- Essential food shopping and collection of prescriptions, these will be safely dropped off to people’s doorsteps
- Telephone befriending/welfare calls for self isolating people who need a regular friendly chat
- Information about, and referral into, other community support services.
Individuals needing help:
All requests for individuals needing help should now be directed to the Derbyshire Community Response Unit. This is for vulnerable people who are self isolating and who don’t have any family or friends to help. Register at derbyshire.gov.uk/communityresponse or telephone 01629 535091 Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm / Saturday 9am to 1pm. They will refer as appropriate into local services – including those provided by SDCVS and local Stronger South Derbyshire partners.
Anyone in the ultra high risk/shielding group can register for priority help. If they’ve not had a letter but have one of the conditions listed, and they don’t have anyone who can support them, they can register directly https://www.gov.uk/coronavirus-extremely-vulnerable or call the government helpline on 0800 0288327.
If you need to reach CVS directly,
Like most organisations we’ve had to close the offices and most staff are working from home, so email is the best way to get in touch
- Questions about services projectsupport@sdcvs.org.uk
- Individuals wanting to volunteer volunteer@sdcvs.org.uk
- Local groups and businesses offering support or needing guidance stronger@sdcvs.org.uk.
For all things to do with our response and community response to CV19 visit www.strongersouthderbyshire.org.
We have also produced a Stronger South Derbyshire Community Response leaflet - please feel free to share this with your networks and contacts, along with the other information in this e-bulletin.
We are recruiting for a Volunteer Coordinator to help us get through the current crisis and beyond. To help us recruit, prepare and support a team of volunteers who will respond quickly and provide emotional and practical support to isolated and vulnerable people in the South Derbyshire community.
We’re looking for an experienced volunteer manager who can hit the ground running, work on their own initiative and deal with the challenges presented by the current situation, and with experience of working with vulnerable people. Ideally available immediately, and with an up to date Enhanced DBS check.
The post is full time, funded for 1 year but we would be willing to consider a short term appointment or secondment, and flexibility as regards hours, for the right candidate. Salary £23,836 pro rata – home based while current restrictions are in place.
To apply: Send a CV and personal statement explaining how you meet the criteria above by email to stronger@sdcvs.org.uk.
For an informal conversation about the post contact Kerrie Fletcher, CEO via the email address above.
For any other enquiries please contact South Derbyshire CVS on communications@sdcvs.org.uk.
We’re looking for an experienced volunteer manager who can hit the ground running, work on their own initiative and deal with the challenges presented by the current situation, and with experience of working with vulnerable people. Ideally available immediately, and with an up to date Enhanced DBS check.
The post is full time, funded for 1 year but we would be willing to consider a short term appointment or secondment, and flexibility as regards hours, for the right candidate. Salary £23,836 pro rata – home based while current restrictions are in place.
To apply: Send a CV and personal statement explaining how you meet the criteria above by email to stronger@sdcvs.org.uk.
For an informal conversation about the post contact Kerrie Fletcher, CEO via the email address above.
For any other enquiries please contact South Derbyshire CVS on communications@sdcvs.org.uk.
Help slow the spread of #COVID19 and identify at risk cases sooner by self-reporting your symptoms daily, even if you feel well 🙏🏼.
Information for local groups, societies, clubs, parish and town councils
Community Response Unit launched to help those in needOur Community Response Unit is now ready to take requests for assistance from members of the community who don’t have friends or family able to help them.
Help is available for people across the county if they are:
Volunteers could be asked to help with food shopping and delivery, checking up on people who are isolated with a phone call or online help to prevent loneliness and check whether there is anything they need, or collecting and delivering prescriptions.
How to get helpResidents needing help should visit the Community Response Unit information on our website or phone 01629 535091. At this stage the phone line will only be available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm and Saturdays 9am to 1pm.
How to give helpOrganisations are still looking to recruit more volunteers. Anyone who wants to help and is aged 18 to 70 and fit and well should also visit the Community Response Unit information on our website to register their interest.
Some organisations are looking for volunteers to offer a befriending telephone service, so anyone who wants to help but can’t leave their house could offer this kind of assistance.
Community Response Unit launched to help those in needOur Community Response Unit is now ready to take requests for assistance from members of the community who don’t have friends or family able to help them.
Help is available for people across the county if they are:
- Self-isolating because either themselves or a member of the household is at risk
- Struggling to meet basic needs because of financial, social or health restrictions
- Pregnant
- Have underlying health conditions
- Aged 70 or over.
Volunteers could be asked to help with food shopping and delivery, checking up on people who are isolated with a phone call or online help to prevent loneliness and check whether there is anything they need, or collecting and delivering prescriptions.
How to get helpResidents needing help should visit the Community Response Unit information on our website or phone 01629 535091. At this stage the phone line will only be available Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm and Saturdays 9am to 1pm.
How to give helpOrganisations are still looking to recruit more volunteers. Anyone who wants to help and is aged 18 to 70 and fit and well should also visit the Community Response Unit information on our website to register their interest.
Some organisations are looking for volunteers to offer a befriending telephone service, so anyone who wants to help but can’t leave their house could offer this kind of assistance.
Community Response Unit launched to help those in need
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Your NHS needs you! Join our team today.
NHS Volunteer Responders has been set up to support the NHS during the COVID-19 outbreak. To do this we need an 'army' of volunteers who can support the 1.5m people in England who are at most risk from the virus to stay well. Our doctors, nurses and other professionals will be able to refer people in to NHS Volunteer Responders and be confident that they have been matched with a reliable, named volunteer.
You can help by signing up for one or more of the tasks listed below. Once you have registered and checks are complete you will be provided a log-in to the GoodSAM Responder app. Switch the app to 'on duty', and you'll see live and local volunteer tasks to pick from nearby.
This programme enables volunteers to provide care or to help a vulnerable person, which is permitted under the new rules announced by the Government on 23rd March 2020. Volunteers may be asked to show the active task they are responding to if asked.
Your NHS needs you! Join our team today.
Volunteers must be 18 or over, and fit and well with no symptoms. Those in higher-risk groups (including those over 70, those who are pregnant or with underlying medical conditions) will be able to offer support by telephone.
Your safety is our priority. The majority of tasks can be undertaken while social distancing and volunteers will receive guidance through our 'getting started pack'. If you do become ill you can pause your volunteering.
Patient transport drivers will require an enhanced DBS check and will receive guidance to do this role safely, also included within the 'getting started pack'.
You can help by signing up for one or more of the tasks listed below. Once you have registered and checks are complete you will be provided a log-in to the GoodSAM Responder app. Switch the app to 'on duty', and you'll see live and local volunteer tasks to pick from nearby.
This programme enables volunteers to provide care or to help a vulnerable person, which is permitted under the new rules announced by the Government on 23rd March 2020. Volunteers may be asked to show the active task they are responding to if asked.
Your NHS needs you! Join our team today.
Volunteers must be 18 or over, and fit and well with no symptoms. Those in higher-risk groups (including those over 70, those who are pregnant or with underlying medical conditions) will be able to offer support by telephone.
Your safety is our priority. The majority of tasks can be undertaken while social distancing and volunteers will receive guidance through our 'getting started pack'. If you do become ill you can pause your volunteering.
Patient transport drivers will require an enhanced DBS check and will receive guidance to do this role safely, also included within the 'getting started pack'.
To All Allotment Plot Holders
Following the Government announcement on 23rd March regarding social movement restrictions we have been asked to clarify the situation regarding allotments.
Earlier this morning Michael Gove, in response to a query about what constitutes 'daily exercise', indicated that this includes allotment gardening. Accordingly, unless and until the Government instructs otherwise, the allotments will remain open for use by plot holders.
It is vital, however, that you adhere to the following instructions that the Government has laid out:
In addition, please note the following:
Following the Government announcement on 23rd March regarding social movement restrictions we have been asked to clarify the situation regarding allotments.
Earlier this morning Michael Gove, in response to a query about what constitutes 'daily exercise', indicated that this includes allotment gardening. Accordingly, unless and until the Government instructs otherwise, the allotments will remain open for use by plot holders.
It is vital, however, that you adhere to the following instructions that the Government has laid out:
- Social distancing – you must maintain a distance of at least 2 metres (and preferably much further) between yourself and any other plot holder. Under no circumstances should you get into any close conversations or group discussions.
- You must not visit the allotments if you fall into the 'at risk' category and have received a letter or text message from the NHS instructing you to stay indoors.
In addition, please note the following:
- Avoid bringing children to the allotments. If that is unavoidable then they must be kept under strict control and supervision and not be allowed onto any other plot and kept at a safe distance from other plot holders.
- Do not bring any other outside person onto the allotments with you.
- Ensure that you maintain high standards of personal hygiene by thoroughly washing your hands in line with Government advice. You may wish to consider wearing gloves for additional protection against transmission of the virus.
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Derbyshire Police and Crime Commissioner Hardyal Dhindsa has taken action on public concerns over speeding - pledging additional funding to expand community speed monitoring across all corners of the county.
The Commissioner, who recently announced the addition of two new full-time posts to coordinate and manage the county's Community Speed Watch (CSW) programme, has now revealed funding for 20 new ‘grab bags' containing speed monitoring equipment, which will be deployed to all policing units in Derbyshire. The investment was unveiled as the Commissioner joined volunteers at Blagreaves Lane, Littleover, Derby, on a live CSW operation to see the scheme in action. Speeding remains the most frequently raised issue in all of Derbyshire's towns, villages and neighbourhoods. Acting on the concerns raised during the PCC's countywide #D383 tour, Mr Dhindsa has pledged to expand CSW and make it easier for local people to proactively address problems in their villages and neighbourhoods to reduce road traffic collisions. The PCC has already agreed to fund a CSW Coordinator and CSW Administrator for two years at a cost of £110k, and is now boosting the scheme further by funding 20 new grab bags - two per local policing unit - for the county at a cost of £8,106. The bags contain high visibility jackets, handheld radar and signage to equip residents to undertake their own checks. The move will not replace intelligence-led enforcement activity by police officers or the Force's safety camera team but provides additional opportunities for the public to influence and contribute to the education of motorists while making their neighbourhoods safer. "Speeding is by far the biggest problem and concern facing our villages and neighbourhoods," explained Mr Dhindsa. "I've listened to what many people have told me during my tour and will be giving communities the tools they need to help change driver habits and make an impact on road safety. "The aim is not to catch as many speeders as possible but to reduce speed in areas of concern and make drivers aware that their actions have consequences on local communities. "Community Speed Watch has played a valuable role in promoting road safety for many years now and I'm delighted to support the expansion of the project for the benefit of all our communities." CSW is an initiative designed to harness public support for neighbourhood policing by encouraging volunteers to undertake speed monitoring checks in areas of concern, verifying and recording the registration numbers of offending vehicles. Details of vehicles are then forwarded to Derbyshire Constabulary's Casualty Reduction Enforcement Support Team (CREST) which conducts appropriate checks and issues a letter to the registered keeper asking for their cooperation by reducing speed in their community. A maximum of three letters will be sent to offenders, two by post and the third hand-delivered by a member of Derbyshire Constabulary. |
The initiative supports the wider road safety work of the PCC, Derbyshire Constabulary, the County and City Councils and parish councils.
Neil Carter, Community Speed Watch Coordinator with Derbyshire Constabulary's Casualty Reduction Enforcement Support Team, said CSW had served as an excellent community engagement tool for the police, giving communities an opportunity to become actively involved in making their roads safer. "The funding has allowed significant progress to be made in building on the sound foundations already in place," he said. "The newly appointed CSW Co-Ordinator and Administrator have worked closely with Safer Neighbourhood Teams (SNT), in-force experts, established CSW volunteers and surrounding forces to devise robust policies and training packages. These have been designed to provide maximum levels of support and guidance to police officers, PCSOs and volunteers. "Aided by a centralised computer system designed solely for the co-ordination and administration of CSW, Derbyshire Constabulary has revamped the initiative. They have worked closely with existing groups and created new ones. In so doing they have managed to release many of the administrative burdens of CSW from frontline resources, leaving them to focus on other valuable community issues, including day-to-day policing. "The health and safety of CSW volunteers and all other road users is a primary consideration. Training is currently being delivered across Derbyshire to all CSW volunteers. This training is aimed at keeping everyone safe and providing a corporate CSW model, one that is consistent across the whole force area. "The ultimate intention is educate drivers and change their behaviour when travelling through Derbyshire communities. This will go a long way to reducing speed, improving road safety and reducing the number of people either killed or seriously injured as a result of road traffic collisions." Marion Russell, a Community Speed Watch volunteer in Littleover, added: "Speeding continues to be of great concern within our area. We are a proactive team of volunteers helping to improve road safety for local residents in our community. "Our aim is to reduce the speed of vehicles (drive within the speed limit) and raise awareness of speeding vehicles. We are out and about in the community on a weekly basis all year round. We are very visible at different locations within our area working closely with the Police and CREST. "I personally volunteer as I want to help make a positive difference in the community and help make our area a safer place to live." To become a CSW volunteer or for more information contact Neil Carter, CSW Coordinator, at: neil.carter.17593@derbyshire.pnn.police.uk |
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