Archive for the 'Carers' News Category
Dignity in Care Programme in Wales – Small Grants 01/09/10
Posted on 22 July 2010
The Welsh Assembly Government has set aside £150,000 in 2010 – 2011 for the Dignity in Care programme. From this budget, small bids of up to £5,000 are invited, excluding VAT.
Care at Home Research Findings
Posted on 8 July 2010
The study, which was commissioned by the Care Council for Wales and conducted by the Welsh Institute for Health and Social Care, the University of Glamorgan, Insight Social Research and the Management Standards Consultancy.
Training: Understanding Community Care Law for Carers 15/09/10
Posted on 6 July 2010
This course is aimed at delegates who are carers themselves or who work with carers. It will consider the needs and rights of carers who look after disabled children or adults with health and social care needs. The course will also consider the provision of Direct Payments and also what remedies may be available where someone is unhappy with the outcome of the assessment.
Responses to Law Commission Consultation on Adult Social Care
Posted on 5 July 2010
Responses are attached from WCVA and Disability Wales.
Carmarthenshire Carers Service ~ Project Assistant 28/06/10
Posted on 14 June 2010
Based in Carmarthen, NJC Point 15 (£16,054 pro-rata, 18½ hours per week). Funded to March 2011 with possible extension.
Carers Week 14-20th June
Posted on 24 May 2010
Carmarthenshire Carers Alliance is organising information events in the county during Carers Week
Newyddion Cynhalwyr Sir Gâr Ebrill 2010
Posted on 30 April 2010
Newyddion Cynhalwyr Sir Gâr yn cael ei gynhyrchu gan y Gwasanaeth Gofalwyr Sir Gaerfyrddin
Boreau Coffi i Gynhalwyr
Posted on 20 April 2010
Boreau coffi misol yn Llanelli a Chaerfyrddin.
Carmarthenshire Carers News Jan 2010
Posted on 22 January 2010
Produced by Carmarthenshire Carers Service, phone 01267 236436, email carers@cavs.org.uk
Carers Coffee Mornings ~ Boreau Coffi i Gynhalwyr 3 & 9/02/10
Posted on 20 January 2010
3rd February in Llanelli and 9th February in Carmarthen
Independent Commission on Social Services – Call for evidence 26/2/10
Posted on 6 January 2010
This is an opportunity for all parties likely to be affected by the Commission’s recommendations including carers and those currently using social services to give their views in a Call for Evidence process. The deadline for receipt of submissions is 26th February 2010.
Rowan Organisation opens its doors to Welsh speakers
Posted on 18 December 2009
This is the first office in Wales for the organisation and will provide bilingual services to people who receive Direct Payments.
Carers’ Rights Day 2009 4/12/09
Posted on 30 November 2009
Carmarthenshire Carers Alliance is hosting informal Carers’ Rights Training Events for Carers with Carolyn Goodall, Head of Morgans Solicitors Training Department to mark this year’s Carers’ Rights Day.
Key milestone for carers LCO
Posted on 25 November 2009
The Welsh Assembly Government’s plan to gain more powers to support carers in Wales has received Royal approval.
Open Forum Discussion for parents and carers 21/10/09
Posted on 15 October 2009
In Crosshands, 10.30 am to 3.00 pm. Phone 01267 244958 to book a place.
Amman Valley Dementia Carers Seminar 27/10/09
Posted on 2 October 2009
Amman Valley Dementia Carers Support Group is holding a seminar on dementia on 27th October 2009, at the Amman Centre, Margaret Street, Ammanford.
Evidence of need ~ attendance allowance assistance
Posted on 14 September 2009
Age Concern Sir Gâr is looking for evidence of need for help with attendance allowance information and claims in the Whitland and Newcastle Emlyn areas.