East cardiff, Llanedeyrn and Pentwyn Community Newsletter Summer 2014

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And welcome to the Summer edition of our newsletter Our projects for the next year have now been finalised and we are pleased to be able to share them with you!

Inside this newsletter there is all the information you need to know about our wide range of projects covering the themes of Prosperity, Learning and Health. Please take the time to have a read through and see which projects can be of most use to you, and remember everything we provide is completely free.

We have designed the projects based on feedback we have received from our partners and from what we have learnt about what works well in the area so we’re sure there’s something here for everyone.

We look forward to hearing from you soon, Warm Wishes, The ECLP Communities First Team

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PROSPERITY

Project: Finding the Right Job

Are you looking for work? Then we can help! We can: • Help you search for work on the Universal Job-Match system and other jobsites • Help you to develop or enhance your CV • Find appropriate training to help you reach your employment goals • Help you practice for job interviews • Match you to suitable voluntary positions where available Who’s it for? Ë

Anyone who is currently looking for work.

Who to contact Ë Ginger Wiegand Ginger.W@c3sc.org.uk Call/text 07969 184952

Project: Jobs Growth Wales Mentor

We have a dedicated Jobs Growth Wales Mentor, Gareth Hicks, who specialises in getting young people (16-25) into employment through offering: • • • • • •

Unique Access to Jobs Support to get job-ready Help with CV’s, job applications and job interviews Access to free training Employment Mentoring Answers to any questions you might have about the workplace

Who’s it for? Ë

For 16-25 year olds looking for work.

Who to contact Ë Gareth Hicks Gareth.H@c3sc.org.uk Call/text 07969 184932 Technology can be daunting for some people, and it is easy to feel left behind by the modern world. But the digital world is becoming more and more important as more services are only accessible online.

To try and ensure that no-one is left behind we work with our partners to Who’s it for? Ë

deliver IT training courses where they are most needed in our cluster. We can help people create an email account, type up a job application, shop online, access online services such as Universal Credit, use social media sites, such as Facebook and use the internet to save money.

Anyone who would like to improve their computer skills.

Who to contact Ë Rob Green Rob.G@c3sc.org.uk Call/text 07969 184935

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Project: Digital Inclusion (Computer Classes)

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Project: Energy Savers Challenge Reducing your use of electricity and gas around the home can help you save money on your monthly bills, as well as helping the environment as well. We want to inspire individuals and families across the ELCP area to think about where they can reduce their energy use.

Who’s it for? Ë

The Energy Savers Challenge allows families to monitor their daily energy use using monitors that we will provide.

A prize is available to those who are able to safely reduce their overall gas and electricity use while they have their monitors!

For families who want to reduce the amount of energy they use in their homes.

Who to contact Ë Rob Green, Rob.G@c3sc.org.uk Call/text 07969 184935

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Project: Supporting Enterprise

Ever wanted to set up your own business or social enterprise, but are scared of the thought of being self-employed? Come and find out if it really is that scary! If you fancy a challenge or a new direction in life or maybe you’re just bored of your day job, being self-employed could offer you the chance to be your own boss!

Whether you’re a group which delivers services (like food or childcare) or an individual, if you think you might have an idea for a good business in your area please get in touch!

Who’s it for? Ë

Anyone who would like help becoming self-employed.

Who to contact Ë Anthony Brito, Anthony.B@c3sc.org.uk Call/text 07969 184809 There are many parts of our cluster that do not have the amount of fun and engaging “I really enjoyed my activities that young people in the area time on the Get Noticed, deserve. To help counter this we are Get Hired course I attended going to work with our partners to and would recommend it highly. The course has increase the amount of youth enabled me to look at things activities available at non-traditional in a different, but more times; e.g. late nights, weekends and successful way than I would holiday times. We will be delivering normally do and it helped to get me over the line with film nights and football related employment.” activities in the next few months. Let us know your suggestions about what Martin - Employment Training participant activities we should arrange in your area.

Project: Youth Engagement “I help out as a volunteer teaching people from East Cardiff to use computers and the internet for pleasure, emailing friends, online shopping etc. For me it brings great fulfilment coaching and training others while, for those starting out on their chosen career paths, it can be a great addition to their CV and work experience.”

Dave - IT Club Volunteer

Who’s it for? Ë

Young people and parents looking for activities to take part in.

Who to contact Ë Rob Green, Rob.G@c3sc.org.uk Call/text 07969 184935

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LEARNING

Project: Widening Access to Local Learning

Want to do some training but don’t know where to look? Or perhaps you’re just not sure what’s suitable for you? Everyone can benefit from further learning so it is important that everyone knows what is available and how it could help them. We can help you to find the right course that suits you and your circumstances. You don’t need any qualifications.

There will be a range of training on offer, from simple entry level taster sessions for absolute beginners to advanced accredited qualifications, available in a range of locations that are comfortable for you. Get in touch today and start the journey with us.

Who’s it for? Ë

Those who would like to get back into learning and gain a basic qualification.

Who to contact Ë Rachael Barry Rachael.B@c3sc.org.uk Call/text 07969 184977

Project: Next Level Learners

Would you like to take your education to the next level? Continuing our education can have massive personal benefits and can also help you improve your career options. But accessing higher education, picking out the right course or college is not always simple and straightforward. Our dedicated Widening Access to Learning Officer, Leanne Teichner, can work with you to identify the best option for you and help you prepare to enter further education and get the qualifications you want.

Who’s it for? Ë

People who have some qualifications but want to progress and get more.

Who to contact Ë Leanne Teichner, Leanne.T@c3sc.org.uk Call/text 07969 185156 To help existing PTAs and ‘Friends Of’ groups in the cluster we are working with our partners to provide training on good governance, fundraising and safeguarding. We can also help groups put on accredited training for parents covering topics like First Aid, Food Hygiene, Event Management, Health and Safety, Who’s it for? Ë

Project: Improving Together

Safeguarding or almost anything groups think would benefit parents at their school. We can help to recruit more community members to existing Parent Teachiers Association groups and support the creation of new groups where they don’t currently exist.

For people who are part of a PTA or parents group or who would like to join one.

Who to contact Ë Caroline Hardy, Caroline.H@c3sc.org.uk Call/text 07969 184875 6

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Parent of children taking part in the Activity Club

Project: School and Beyond

This project focuses on helping children adjust to school life and get the most out of it. We will be helping students in Years 5 and 6 to prepare for moving up to secondary school. We can do this by organising trips to their new school before they go there and by organising activities where students have an opportunity to mix with their new classmates that they’ll be meeting Who’s it for? Ë

when they move up a school. We will also be helping students get the most out of school by working with them to address the reasons that they may feel uninterested in school as well as supporting students to choose the right GCSE’s and A-Levels for their career goals.

Parents of pupils in years 5 & 6, school age students.

Who to contact Ë Caroline Hardy, Caroline.H@c3sc.org.uk Call/text 07969 184875

Project: Supporting Family Learning

We want to create as many opportunities as possible for parents in the area to get involved in learning activities with their children that both parent and child can enjoy and benefit from. For example sewing, arts and crafts or cookery classes are great ways for parents and children to learn together. Would you like to work with us and some other families to set something up locally at a time that is convenient for you? Let us know!

Who’s it for? Ë

Rachael.B@c3sc.org.uk Call/text 07969 184977

Family Liaison Officer client.

Working with Rachael has given me the confidence to enjoy learning. Getting new qualifications has made me a new person.

Sarah - Widening Access to Learning Participant.

Parent’s who would like to spend quality time with their children in a fun and friendly environment.

Who to contact Ë Rachael Barry,

Thank you for all your support and help you’ve given me and my boys…we really appreciate everything you’ve done!

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Project: Parents Together Project

Sharing your experiences with other parents can be a fun way to de-stress and learn more about your child’s school and about how other parents cope with dealing with difficult behaviour. Working with local schools we will be holding sessions that give you the chance to meet up with other parents like you to talk about issues around your child and their schooling. Each session will focus on different issues which you decide you want to talk about and will take place in different settings such as coffee mornings, arts and crafts session, or anything you would like to do!

Who’s it for? Ë

Parents who would like to know more about the school their child attends and have the chance to have a say on how it’s run.

Who to contact Ë Karen Smith, Eastern High Karen.S@c3sc.org.uk Call 07580 771957 Peter Croall, Llanedeyrn, Springwood & Trowbridge Peter.C@c3sc.org.uk Call 07580 771957 Janet Marks, St Teilo’s C.I.W. High School Janet.M@c3sc.org.uk Call 07580 771973 Summer 2014

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Project: Health & Nutrition

HEALTH “I really enjoyed taking part in the Healthy Cookery course! I met some new friends and I’ve learnt how to make some of my favourite recipes with healthier ingredients.”

Health Cooking Class participant

It is not always easy to know which food is right for us, with health advice seeming to change regularly. We are working with existing food coops and community groups to introduce initiatives such as Healthy Eating, Get Cooking and Healthy Cooking on a Budget workshops. These workshops will cover budgeting and the preparation of low-cost, healthy meals.

We will be trying to ensure that more healthy options are available at local events and activities, so that you can always make the healthy choice.

Who’s it for? Ë

People who are looking to improve their diet in an affordable way and parents who like to teach their children about healthy eating.

Who to contact Ë Anna Ros-Woudstra Anna.r@c3sc.org.uk Call/text 07969 184653 The high stress nature of modern life can leave many individuals suffering with mild to severe mental health problems at some stage in their lives, and this is a particular problem for those who don’t know Who’s it for? Ë

Project: Promoting Mental Wellbeing

what support and help is available to help deal with many of the issues they’re experiencing. We can help you find the right skills and tools that can help you to take action and improve your mental wellbeing.

People who would like to manage and deal with the causes and effects of stress.

Who to contact Ë Anna Ros-Woudstra Anna.r@c3sc.org.uk Call/text 07969 184653

Project: Alcohol Awareness

Over consumption of alcohol can have massive long term effects, with young people being particularly vulnerable. To help young people make informed choices by better understanding the risks we will be organising activities to raise awareness of the impact that alcohol can have on health and the potential consequences of becoming involved in risky behaviours.

We are working with local high schools and colleges to deliver an education scheme where young people themselves will help to raise levels of awareness amongst their peers of the harmful effects of alcohol.

Who’s it for? Ë

Parents who are concerned about their child’s exposure to alcohol and peer-pressure. Young people who want to make healthy, informed choices about alcohol consumption.

Who to contact Ë Helen Green, Helen.G@c3sc.org.uk Call 07969 185037 8

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Project: Improving Fitness Project Want to be more active, but using a local gym isn’t for you? The gym isn’t the only place you can go to improve your health and wellbeing and getting fit doesn’t have to cost the earth!

There are all sorts of things you can do to be more active - such as cycling, walking, pram-pushing, wall climbing and much more. We can arrange group activities to suit your needs, and together we can create opportunities to take part in fun, friendly and healthy activities.

Who’s it for? Ë

ECLP Lunch Club member

People who want to be more active and improve their health and happiness.

Who to contact Ë David Poole, David.P@c3sc.org.uk Call/text 07969 184935 Having a young child is one of the most rewarding challenges in life. Everyone wants to give their child the best start in life, and working with our partners in the cluster, we will be offering the parents of ECLP the chance to do just that.

Who’s it for? Ë

“I love the lunch club that ECLP has helped set up, the value for money is great and I get to meet lots of new people. It also helps me get out of the house, I look forward to the new activities”

Project: Improving Fitness Project

Services, such as Flying Start and the Family Information Service can give advice on aspects of parenting such as breastfeeding, nutrition, child development, healthy eating and immunisation and we can help parents access these sources of support.

Parents with children under the age of 7.

Who to contact Ë David Poole, David.P@c3sc.org.uk Call/text 07969 184935

Project: Healthy Relationships

Being in a healthy relationship can be one of the most important, and enjoyable, things that we can hope for. But relationships can sometimes be tricky or uncomfortable. We are here to offer support and guidance, through a series of workshops, to raise awareness about what makes a good relationship and how to make positive choices and avoid negative relationships.

The workshops, which will be held in local schools and in other more informal environments, will explore issues from healthy relationships and sexual health to understanding, avoiding and dealing with inappropriate sexual behaviour and domestic violence.

Who’s it for? Ë

People who would like advice and support on all aspects of Healthy Relationships or who would be interested in helping others through workshops on Healthy Relationships.

Who to contact Ë Helen Green, Helen.G@c3sc.org.uk Call/text 07969 185037 Summer 2014

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COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT ECLP Communities First is here to put your Community First.

Our projects are here to respond to the needs of the Communities you live in.

To make sure we can do this in the best possible way we need YOU to work with us. Your opinions and local expertise are priceless in helping us work in the community in a positive and meaningful way.

If you would like to help us do this you can sign up to a community panel near you! By joining a community panel, you can join with like-minded people to discuss local issues. You will also have the opportunity to feedback to us about whether or not you feel we are responding in the right way, to the right community issues.

Who to contact Ë Joe, Joseph.C@c3sc.org.uk or call 07969 185037 if you would like to sign up.

We are also recruiting Community Champions! Community Champions are people who want to make a difference in their local area through working with us and their neighbours. They help spread information about community events and activities and help their friends and neighbours access the support and services that are available to them. We can offer training, support and guidance for our Community Champions! Here is what one of our Health Champions said about the programme: Who to contact Ë Joe

"I've learned lots, since being involved with ECLP’s Health Champions scheme that I can pass onto others as well as helping me look after myself. That can only be a good thing!"

Joseph.C@c3sc.org.uk Sue, ECLP Health Champion

or call 07969 185037 if you would like more information about this opportunity.

HERE ALL WEEK is back!

And it will be better than ever before. Our innovative pop-up community centre project will be returning this year. We will be holding a week of events and activities in different community venues across the cluster. Anyone can take part, hold an event or participate in an activity!

Who to contact Ë Joe, Joseph.C@c3sc.org.uk or call 07969 185037 if you want to get involved with HERE ALL WEEK in your area.

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NOTICEBOARD Trowbridge Training and Employment Club Thursdays 10am - 3pm Trowbridge Community Centre Call or text Ginger, on 07969 184952 or drop in, for more info.

Llanedeyrn Over 50’s Lunch Club Fridays 12pm-2pm Llanedeyrn Powerhouse Contact Maureen for more information: 07774132353.

Basic Computer Classes - Rumney Tuesdays 10am - 11.30am Rumney Library Contact Rob on 07969 184935 or drop in if you want to attend.

Basic Computer Classes - Llanrumney Mondays 10am - 11.30am Llanrumney HUB Contact Rob on 07969 184935 or drop in if you want to attend.

Basic Computer Classes - Llanedeyrn Mondays 2pm - 3.15pm Llanedeyrn Library Contact Rob on 07969 184935 or drop in if you want to attend.

Rumney - Friends and Neighbours Rumney Methodist Church Call 07989041495 for more information.

St. Mellons Over 50’s Luncheon Club Wednesdays from 12.30pm St Mellons Beacon Centre Call the Centre on (029) 2036 2888 for more info.

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Job vacancies at www.c3sc.org.uk/vacancies Are you or someone you know looking for a new role?

Then you will find paid and unpaid posts on Cardiff Third Sector Council (C3SC)’s Vacancies web page.

We advertise roles in Cardiff and South Wales – including paid jobs, volunteer posts and trustee vacancies. We also promote public appointments.

We are also glad to support third sector organisations by advertising their posts on our website. Simply send your vacancy to enquiries@c3sc.org.uk – with a brief description, to include job title, salary (if applicable), number of hours and where the job is based. We also need a contact name and telephone number/email address and, if relevant, the link to the job advert on your website.

On the web page, you will also find details of other recruitment and volunteering websites.

Visit www.c3sc.org.uk/vacancies for a list of current vacancies

ECLP Contact Details: Trowbridge Community Centre, Caernarvon Way, Cardiff, CF3 1RX Phone: (029) 20 792 004

Llanedeyrn Boxing Club Roundwood, Cardiff, CF23 9US Phone: (029) 20 734 607

Email: eclp@c3sc.org.uk Facebook: www.facebook.com/ECLPCF Twitter: www.twitter.com/ECLPCF Mae’r cyhoeddiad ar gael yn y Gymraeg drwy gysylltu a Joseph.c@c3sc.org.uk / 07969185047