April Drop-in Centres
Former First Minister, Mark Drakeford kicked off his new backbench role by offering top tips to civil society on how to influence Government policy
Free support to help people aged 50 and over in Powys master their finances
Health and Care News for the Voluntary Sector in Wales - March 2024
All the latest from Care and Repair in Powys
The Montgomeryshire Wildlife Trust Wild Skills Wild Spaces project are now offering adult ecotherapy sessions to anyone aged 18 or over
Social Care Wales is carrying out a study to better understand the social care volunteering landscape in Wales
The Veterans Mobility Fund is now open for veterans who have acquired injuries whilst serving in the UK military and require mobility support
Age UK report finds the system for protecting the fundamental right to liberty of older people with diminished capacity - many of them in care homes -...
New in-person programme of Newtown sessions coming up in April
Older People's Commissioner for Wales warns increased use of digital technology puts older people at risk of social exclusion
Baring Foundation have announced a new open round of funding for arts organisations who would like to develop new participatory arts opportunities for...
March drop-in centres
The Fathom Trust are running a series of eight-week 'green prescribing' programmes
During March Rekindle are holding two gardening and two cooking workshops for anyone aged 18 - 25
Citizens Advice Powys publish impact report for the period April to December 2023
Free mental and physical health support
Upcoming wellness event in Brecon
February drop-in centres
Third Sector Partnership Council representatives have released a joint statement following the announcement of Welsh Government’s draft budget
Winter Newsletter
£420k awarded to 17 organisations to ‘make a difference’
Commissioning Best Practice Recommendations
Powys Advocates Partner Newsletter
An update from Accessibility Powys
Winter Newsletter
A message from Carers Wales.
A message from Cruse Bereavement Support
PAVO is relaunching the Health & Wellbeing Network for Powys Third Sector.
A message from Hope House.
A message from Cymryd Rhan.
A message from Mid & North Powys Mind.
Do you have experience of care and support services for 18 – 65 year olds in Powys?
The diversity and ambiguity of the terminology used in social prescribing creates barriers to engagement and makes it hard for professionals and the...
Our primary aim is to be the voice of the residents of Powys with regards to Health and Social Care. Success for us would most probably be having...
Newsletter
We're looking for two trustees to join our passionate and dedicated board.
New improved facilities for people with mobility issues at out Visitors Centre
Research in Practice has published three videos on the use of digital technologies in social work. The videos cover: the implications for children and...
Powys has it's first Cancer Champions!
Summer may be a busy time for many, but if anyone needs a good excuse to light up the barbecue, this year mental health charity The DPJ Foundation is...
Bridging the gap between young men in farming and football clubs across Wales.
Are you looking after someone? If you are, you’re not alone. Around 3 in 5 of us will be carers at some point in our lives.
The Outdoor Partnership has had cause to celebrate for participants in two adventure programmes in Mid Wales thanks to the NRW-funded Opening Doors to...
There is plenty of evidence that getting active is beneficial to your mental health. The Mental Health Foundation and Mind have both written...
We're delighted to share our Summer edition of our 'CEO Connecting,' newsletter from our Chief Executive Officer, Clair Swales.
We're delighted to be able to share that Celf O Gwmpass have secured significant funding to further their great work supporting health and wellbeing...
PAVO are delighted to announce that Chris Roberts has successfully been appointed and is now in role as our new Health Promotion Officer.
Summer may seem a strange time to be thinking about the cold, but older Powys residents can stay ahead of the chill by booking in their FREE Home...
The Welsh Charity Awards are back! The awards, organised by WCVA, recognise and celebrate the fantastic contribution charities, community groups,...
A safe space to pop your feet up, offload, and have a chat.
A recent cross sector conference looked at services available for people in Powys and how we can all work together to offer what matters most. Find...
A drop in session for people in Llanwrtyd Wells for people living with or looking for support with Cancer.
The unrelenting nature of caring, especially at a time of the continuing cost of living crisis, continues to be at the forefront
of minds at Carers...
Are you finding it challenging to incorporate concepts like the Welsh Future Generations Act, Foundational Economy, community Wealth Building,...
Andy, from North Powys, tells us about his experiences of anxiety - and shares tips which help him cope in his day-to-day life, on our PAVO Mental...
If you are living with cancer or supporting a loved one with cancer you will understand how the stress of cancer and its treatment can affect you and...
The Outdoor Partnership is pleased to announce the launch of 2 new intervention programmes in Llandrindod Wells, following on from the success of the...
Countering Hateful Extremism Week (CHEW) takes place between 1st and 5th May 2023.
The Cares Family is inviting community change makers and small community organisations to apply for the Ripple Effect Residential opportunity, their...
The Workforce Wellbeing Program is available for employers, HR and business owners with the aim of helping employers to support their staff or...
Older women and men can experience the same forms of abuse as younger people but it may go unrecognised. Support is available to help people build...
Testicular Cancer is the leading cancer in men 15-44. Monthly self-exams and early detection are key!
Tech support for unpaid carers to keep on top of their caring responsibilities.
The Powys Energy Advocacy project supports people in Powys, who are facing barriers to their energy or are unable to resolve energy issues themselves.
PAVO (Powys Association of Voluntary Organisations), the County Voluntary Council for Powys, is pleased to announce that Clair Swales has been...
We're delighted to share our Spring edition of our 'CEO Connecting,' newsletter from our interim Chief Executive Officer, Clair Swales.
The latest news and updates from Cyfle Cymru.
Please see attached the Macular Society Regional Newsletter for South Wales in English and Welsh.
The latest news and updates from Cyfle Cymru, a third sector organisation in partnership with Kaleidoscope, Barod and overseen by Adferiad Recovery.
The latest newsletter from our Community Health Council in Powys.
Transport for Wales is looking to support the Welsh Government’s ‘Connected Communities’ Strategy through collaborative working with community related...
An invitation to join Cymru Versus Arthritis for a free information session on Fibromyalgia.
An informative workshop for professionals.
Battle Scars is excited to announce two FREE Webinars.
The Outdoor Partnership is pleased to announce the launch of 2 new intervention programmes in Newtown
Researchers at Swansea University are looking for participants who are over 18 and provide regular care for someone living with dementia to take part...
Welsh libraries are teaming up with The Reading Agency to promote the link between regular reading and better health and wellbeing as part of the...
Supporting people of any age and gender with self harm and eating disorders.
The DPJ Foundation celebrates 5 years of helping Welsh farmers to “Share the Load”.
Top tips from Montgomery Wildlife Trust.
Are you a dancer or movement artist based in or near Machynlleth?
Welsh Refugee Council can help with integrating people into Wales, offering advice, advocacy, legal help, and support with many issues.
Our next dementia network will be a face to face dementia fayre in Rhayader on 24th January from 10.30.
Around 1000 Powys residents are diagnosed with cancer each year in Powys. Find out more about how the Improving Cancer Journey in Powys can support...
Carers Trust Wales is delighted to announce that they will be launching a new national short breaks funding programme called Amser, which aims to...
The Forget-Me-Not chorus has recently updated their Zoom session times for people living with, and alongside dementia.
Sharing the latest Macular Society Regional Newsletter South Wales.
Eginiad Cymru’s Bursary Scheme offers a range of professional and easily accessible therapy sessions to individuals who normally find such treatments...
RVS are delivering advice on how to stay safe, warm and well during the winter months, we will be helping vulnerable people to prepare by giving...
Attached is the Mid Wales Newsletter for the HOPE Advocacy project.
A new support group in the north of the county facilitated by Mid & North Powys Mind and Ponthafren.
Please find attached a briefing from the Older People’s Commissioner for Wales, which highlights why it’s crucial to increase Pension Credit uptake in...
The Mamwlad project helps Farmers, farmworkers and those with a connection to the farming community over 50 who are facing daily struggles to live...
A new outreach service, offered weekly on Wednesdays from 2nd Nov. Providing support for people in crisis, not just those experiencing homelessness.
Radiate Arts are offering an online information session about Art Therapy service for veterans.
This winter Age Cymru Powys will again be offering ‘Free Home Energy’ Visits under the Warm Homes scheme.
The Armed Forces Covenant have up to 15 places available for an online AF Spouse Development programme.
‘Artbeat Brecon is a new initiative, funded by the UK Community Renewal Fund which aims to provide workshops and training for
anybody interested in...
Legacy in the Community, along with a number of other partners including the national charity Scope deliver a Welsh Government funded project called...
Following the internal recruitment process, I am pleased to announce Clair Swales as our new Interim CEO following Carl’s departure.
The 10th October is World Mental Health Day, and it also marks the start of Agriculture Mental Health Week (October 10th – 16th), a global week...
Settled is a UK charity originally set up to help EU citizens in the UK secure their settled or pre-settled status following Brexit, and to access...
If you’ve had a stroke, you may be able to get help with the rising cost of living. You may not have needed support before, but the Stroke Association...
The Powys Older People's Forum are in the process of a recruitment drive to gain older people representatives from all over Powys to gain the views on...
On Wednesday 12 October 2022 Cymru Versus Arthritis will be delivering the National Exercise Referral Scheme Information Session (NERS) (postponed...
It has been announced today that our chief executive, Carl Cooper, will be leaving PAVO on 16th October to take up a new role as Chair of Powys...
Join PAVO on Tuesday 11th October to discuss how the third sector offer support with the expected winter pressures.
On developing a new national framework for Social Prescribing in Wales. Hosted by PAVO, facilitated by Liz Bickerton. Wednesday 28th September...
Volunteer Newsletter September 2022.
Delays in social care report from Age Cymru launched.
Staff working within the Powys Regional Partnership Board (health, social care and voluntary sector) can now access free one-to-one and group...
An invitation to connect in nature to improve health and wellbeing.
A bumper packed newsletter for August from the South Wales Macular Society.
In 2019 Victim Support were commissioned by Welsh Government to undertake a piece of research that captured conversations with children and young...
Friends of Montgomery canal invite you to promote your event via their website.
All the latest news and information from Ethnic Youth Support Team Wales
Want to create a small community garden in your local area? Keep Wales Tidy are offering FREE community garden packs.
DMIP in Powys are delighted to be able to invite you to their second year of Summer Games.
We were really excited to meet up with Nikki Thomas-Roberts who told us all about the amazing Balance Programme, currently being offered to unpaid...
With updates on carers week, support with cost of living costs and a chance to receive a free book!
Victim Support have translated Hate Crime leaflets into Russian and Ukranian.
July 14th 2022 – The charity Victim Support was highly commended for the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Award at WalesOnline Diversity and...
If you have used mental health services in Powys you are invited to take part in research to gather your feedback on these services as part of the...
Radiate Arts CIC is looking for a visual artist to deliver creative workshops in mid-wales.
The latest regional newsletter from the Macular Society.
Oriel Davies Gallery are looking for a volunteer to help with their community wellbeing weaving days at the gallery.
We are looking forward to "Planning ahead" as part of the Powys Dementia Network.
Check out these great courses in Newtown with the Oriel Davies Gallery.
gofod3 is a FREE event organised by WCVA, in collaboration with the voluntary sector.
This year, South Wales based charity, Calan DVS is celebrating 10 years since in 2012.
This consultation covers whether:
the ban of energy drinks should apply to children under 16
the ban be widened to consider other drinks typically...
Following an increased interest and questions about bowel cancer and bowel screening, Bowel Cancer UK want everyone to be aware of support services...
Carers Wales has released new research released last week which shows the rising pressures that unpaid carers are currently facing.
As majority of groups in Wales are resuming face-to-face meetings, The Macular Society have set up four weekly All Wales telephone calls to help those...
The builders have nearly finished, which means we can get in there and do the filling, sanding, painting, cleaning and weeding...and then install our...
Following an unprecedented period of disruption and uncertainty, we know that many people have experienced trauma and poor mental health. The pandemic...
Tamsin Jones tells us about all the great support services offered by Hope House / Ty Gobaith childrens' hospice to children and families living in...
A summer of free wellbeing workshops at the Oriel Davies Gallery Newtown.
The first week in June marks the celebration of the 38th annual Volunteers’ week, giving us all the chance to say thanks to the army of volunteers...
Write to your MP today calling for a Recovery and Respite Plan for unpaid carers!
Choose from Regenerative Horticulture or Sustainable Woodland Management: Coppicing and Greenwood Trades
It's Dementia Awareness week and a great opportunity to find out more about all the great support and services available in Powys.
Explore what the era of climate breakdown means for you, brainstorm practical strategies for meaningful action in every sphere of your life.
Royal National Institute for Deaf People, RNID, are a charity that supports people who are deaf, have hearing loss and tinnitus and we would like to...
The Wales Co-operative Centre has announced that it has changed its name to Cwmpas.
Alys Hardy, musician and aural artist in residence at Mid Wales Arts Centre, Caersws, presents her first ever exhibition in Wales: Trwy’r Drych /...
Meetings are free and open to anyone with arthritis, a MSK or related condition e.g. fibromyalgia, lupus and gout.They provide an opportunity to share...
Local authorities have a massive impact on unpaid carers, and the people they look after and on 5 May Wales will go to the polls to elect the people...
All the latest news and updates from the Macular Society in Wales.
Versus Arthritis have a new time & venue for their monthly Brecon support group and a NEW activity group.
Great news events from the The Outdoor Partnership’s This Girls’ Adventure programme which aims to encourage more women and non-binary people into the...
There are around 12 million people who are deaf or have hearing loss which means that one in five adults in the UK is directly affected.
We had the pleasure of recently meeting Zoe and Deb from Cymru Versus Arthritis and wanted to learn more about living well with arthritis, a...
A natural way to wellbeing.
The Legion works with Dementia UK to provide Admiral Nurse support - a service that supports their beneficiaries, which can be the carer or the person...
From 20 April – 20 May 2022, Food for Life Get Togethers are encouraging communities across the country to dig deep and sow the seeds of good food.
Bowel cancer is the UK’s second biggest cancer killer. However it shouldn’t be because it is treatable and curable especially if diagnosed early.
The energy price cap rise announcement will have caused worry in homes across Wales, with rising fuel bills and cost-of-living increases putting even...
A fun and inspiring opportunity to work alongside other veterans in the great outdoors.
Take a look at these great services with a range of support and advice available at Ty Cemaes this Springtime.
Aberystwyth University is hosting THINK (Transport and Health integrated Knowledge research NetworK) funded by the Welsh Government through Health and...
If you or a loved one have recently had a cancer diagnosis we can offer you support , information and advice to address some of the concerns you might...
Recording of the event for those who could not attend
As the crisis in Ukraine intensifies, voluntary organisations and volunteers are rallying around to provide support. Here’s an overview of what’s...
Giving World can help you to meet your clients needs by providing business surplus stock free of charge.
An invitation to join Versus Arthritis & Alison Brown to look at exercises, techniques, gadgets and equipment to help in daily life.
A must watch short animated film, where care home residents describe their experience of the pandemic in their own words.
From 20 April – 20 May 2022, Food for Life Get Togethers are encouraging communities across the country to dig deep and sow the seeds of good food.
New Pathways have the videos of the speakers from our Frontline Focus event available to view.
Prostate Cancer UK are working in partnership with NHS England to deliver a prostate cancer risk awareness campaign, launched Thursday 17th February...
“Tell Me More” aims to better understand the experiences of older people living in care homes in 2020.
Starting on Monday 14th of February 2022 until Sunday 20th of February The DPJ Foundation launches their first “Gofala Am Dy Ben”’ week campaign, to...
More volunteers are needed as the number of people seeking support from the Powys Befriending Service has risen by more than 233% since the start of...
Siawns Teg are very pleased with the number of 16 - 24 year olds engaging with the Brighter Futures Project and the positive impact it has had on the...
Llandrindod Wells is set to host the first ever Powys Pride event this summer, bringing together members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender,...
Online Pilates series for Powys residents with arthritis, a MSK or related conditions (e.g. osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia and...
How do sustainable living issues affect you? Are you able to make the green choices that you would like to make?
The exhibition is showcasing stone carving, photography and poetry created by veterans who are taking part in an ongoing creative programme at the Hub
FREE energy training sessions to frontline workers and community groups until 31 March 2022.
In a bid to keep people moving, a national charity is offering free exercise classes for people in Powys living with arthritis and other conditions.
It can be difficult to know where to look for support when a member of the family or a friend shows signs of memory loss and/or dementia.
The aim of the Winter Hardship Project, funded by Welsh Government, is to support hospital leavers who are at risk of digital exclusion anywhere in...
PRIME Cymru offer FREE 1-1 support to move into work, voluntary work, training or self-employment.
People living in Mid & North Powys are now able to access a new bereavement support service thanks to Mid & North Powys Mind.
For individuals, groups and organisations offering activities or services to children and adults in Wales
For Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week, New Pathways are hosting an online event, aimed at frontline staff across Mid, West and South...
Victim Support Cymru are proud to partner with Welsh Government and to help to inform their work for this campaign.
On Saturday the 15th of January 2022 the DPJ Foundation will be celebrating another milestone as the mental health charity’s “Share the Load” service...
Working together to raise awareness, address stigma, and reduce gambling related harms experienced by women.
Further on from the success of our Webinar covering Dual Sensory Loss with Sight Cymru earlier in the year, RNID have joined up with Carers Wales to...
The latest details of the MS Society UK wide up and coming Living Well with MS sessions.
Despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, Nest was still able to help people across Wales make their homes warm and keep them comfortable all year...
PAVO are dedicated to supporting the thriving third sector in Powys, discover more about the support we provided in 2021.
Sharing the latest bilingual update from the Hate Crime Training & Engagement Team.
Chat Together is a new way for bowel cancer patients in Wales to meet and connect online in a safe and supportive environment.
Latest news and updates from The Alzheimers Society including their new Dementia Connect service.
They want to get the nation talking honestly about their parenting experiences - the good, the bad and the ugly!
A charity that supports people to take up outdoor activities as a life-long pursuit to improve their health and well-being has expanded from its base...
Working Carers Guide in Wales: A guide for carers balancing paid work and caring responsibilities.
A BIG thank you to all those that attended and contributed to the various sessions during our Annual Conference that took place last month.
PAVO has been asked to look at the function of the current Older People's Forum, its membership and how we can ensure that the older citizens of Powys...
PAVO has been asked to look at the function of the current Older People's Forum, its membership and how we can ensure that the older citizens of Powys...
Bowel Cancer UK are creating a group for people affected by bowel cancer in Wales to share their experiences of treatment and care and have a say on...
Friday 3 December is Fuel Poverty Awareness Day. Many people living in fuel poverty will struggle this winter.
RVS have produced a Safe, Warm and Well guide for older or vulnerable people to help them prepare for winter.
SSAFA offers three support groups, providing events which facilitate peer support, a safe space to grieve and an opportunity for respite.
PRIME Cymru supports people aged 50+ in Powys to secure a job, set up a business, or develop skills through volunteering or training.
ARA are continuing to raise awareness about gambling harms throughout Wales and are starting to see the results.
Preparation is better than crisis. Stay safe and healthy this Winter and enjoy this time of year. Planning can make all the difference to a safe,warm,...
A celebration of Mind Cymru’s social prescribing project, and key learning from its delivery.
Beat are also now open for longer! The helpline is open 365 days a year from 9am – Midnight during the week, and 4pm – Midnight on weekends and bank...
Life after a dementia diagnosis: a guide to setting and reaching goals that matter to you.
Furry and feathered friends across Wales are lending a paw or a wing to help people most in need and today we celebrate the amazing stories of animals...
RNID are offering a befriending service open to anybody living in Wales who is deaf or has a hearing loss (including mild hearing loss) who would...
Hay-On-Wye Royal British Legion Drop in, first Wednesday of the month, hosted by Change Step
The Wales Culture Alliance is a voluntary group of people from the arts and culture sector in Wales which was set up to promote the needs of the arts...
Are you a member of an Outdoor Activities club in Mid or South Wales?
Prime Cymru are still open for referrals from individuals for FREE support to move into Work, Voluntary work, training (IT basic) and self employment...
Did you miss the Powys Volunteer of the Year Awards 2021?
Watch the recording now on our YouTube channel!
An opportunity for D/deaf carers to relax, take part in gentle activities, and get to know others like them.
Bowel Cancer UK are creating a group for people affected by bowel cancer in Wales to share their experiences of treatment and care and have a say on...
RNIB latest news and update for September.
Would the Young People you work with like to apply?
RNID are recruiting for a Hear to Help Co-ordinator in Powys.
JobSense is a 3 year project funded by WEFO delivered in partnership with Centre of Sign-Sight-Sound (COS), Action on Hearing Loss Cymru and Elite...
The MS Society will be hosting Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for people with MS in their October Wellbeing Hub.
Chwarae Teg is running a fantastic new initiative to help women who have lost their job due to the Covid pandemic to find job success.
Those living with dementia in Powys – and their carers – are being encouraged to “get their wiggle on” by Dementia Matters in Powys and the Powys...
ARTSCAPE involves the creation of a programme of community focused, environmentally themed and locally based creative arts experiences, happenings and...
Brecon and District Mind offer our of hours twilight sanctuary five evenings a week.
In the face of Covid-19 people and communities stepped up with new ideas and approaches to get things done. A new practical action programme has now...
Victim Support's monthly new round up to the Hate Crime Network in Dyfed Powys (Mid & West Wales) with two new pieces of work.
An update from the Hate Crime Network for Dyfed Powys
Give your views on the consultation
Virtual support groups are held monthly for adults with arthritis, MSK or related conditions e.g., fibromyalgia, lupus, gout. Check out this month's...
An important message from the Improving the Cancer Journey in Powys programme.
Do you want to support people to Live Well with their hearing loss? Could you volunteer an hour a week for 10 weeks to support someone?
#FallsAwareness2021 week is taking place from July 12th to 18th, can you take 2 minutes to talk to older people that use your service?
All the latest news and information from the Centre of Sight & Sound
Latest news and information from the commissioner regarding older people and abuse.
The national charity dedicated to calling time on the harm and abuse of older people.
Wales’ population is ageing rapidly, with more and more people living with multiple chronic or incurable health conditions and complex needs
Powys Covid-19 Outdoor Volunteers URGENTLY required.
Are you living with or affected by MS? Are you feeling lonely, isolated or disconnected?
The Junior Start Well Board are looking for young people 11 - 17 years living in Powys who would like to have their say about life in Powys, the good...
Nominations for the 2021 Powys Volunteer of the Year Awards are now open!
The Children (Abolition of Defence of Reasonable Punishment) (Wales) Act 2020 received Royal Assent on 20 March 2020 and will come into force on...
A leading charity has warned that thousands could be looking at deportation if they don’t apply for settled status in the next 30 days.
New report on the research on the community response to COVID-19, loneliness, and the use of technology
Action For Elders is an award-winning charity that has developed an innovative and creative solution to improve the physical, mental, and social...
Spring is here with the promise of longer, warmer days ahead. It’s a good time to reflect on aspects of our lockdown lifestyles when there was an...
Do you work with carers, or do you have a caring responsibility? Tir Coed have an exciting new project based at Elan Valley.
Accessing the therapeutic power of Play
Beat announce a range of new free services and workshops designed to support families and carers supporting a loved one with recovery from an eating...
FoodCycle is a national charity with the Vision of making food poverty, lonelinesss and food waste a thing of the past for every Community.
Four pilot projects are getting underway in Powys to test out who is best placed to co-ordinate the needs of a person living with cancer during key...
Carers Wales is launching a new, bilingual emotional support service for unpaid carers.
A simple, free, online resource to help people living with cancer find care and support services in their local area, anywhere in the UK.
Arts Connection are looking for new Trustee members to join their already diverse and vibrant board.
Our latest guest blog with Kevin and Eve from Credu who tell us more about the great work they do to support unpaid carers in Powys.
Opportunities for 16-30 year olds training, development and funding.
All the latest news and information from COS
We simply can't go back to how things used to be.
A allech chi elwa ar rywfaint o gefnogaeth unigol gan un o'n tîm o therapyddion cymwys? Could you benefit from some individual support from one of our...
If you’re living with COPD, you’ll know how important it is to self-manage your condition.
From 12 April, in line with the UK Government’s Roadmap to ease lockdown restrictions, face-to-face appointments will restart in England and Wales.
RNID have issued their manifesto ahead of the Senedd election next month.
Rlelate Cymru are currently promoting their relationship counselling services in Powys.
All the latest news and information from GamCare
Then you matter too ! Credu supports young and adult carers. Find out more about them and their latest newsletter in this article.
All the latest news and updates from the Centre of Sight and Sound
An initiative in Powys, aimed at recognising and appreciating unpaid carers across the County, as well as supporting local businesses to thrive,...
Age Connect Torfaen can help anyone (from across Wales) who is struggling with completing the census, because they are a Census Centre. This will...
Many carers in Wales are being vaccinated in Wales now. You may have already received your first dose or you may have been contacted by your GP...
Age Cymru are sharing their Manifesto for 2021 ahead of the Welsh Parliament elections later this year.
Age Cymru’s HOPE (Helping others participate and engage) project helps older people (50+) and carers be supported and able to live their lives to the...
Powys Teaching Health Board has set up a new online tool for Unpaid Carers to request their Covid-19 vaccination.
Great new national virtual support service for parents/carers, adults and young people with a diagnosis or undergoing diagnosis of ASD.
Neuro Cafes in Powys will discontinue from the end of March.
A support network for people working in care affected by bereavement and loss
The latest update for the pregnancy choices with kidney disease study, learning more about women’s experiences of kidney disease, decisions about...
A spate of 4 overdoses in as many weeks that have occurred in Powys as a result of the consumption of fake benzodiazepines purchased from the...
The Welsh Senedd we have completed a focused piece of work looking at the voluntary sector. As part of this work, they took oral and written evidence,...
A helpful guide for families, unpaid carers and care staff supporting a person moving to live in a care home.
The service provides a place of safety when an individual is in mental health crisis but does not need a medical intervention or the support of...
A helpful guide for families, unpaid carers, and care staff supporting a person moving to live in a care home.
All the latest news and information from the Welsh Ambulance service.
National older people’s charity, Re-engage, provides social activities for older people at a time in their lives when their social circles are...
A brand new Welsh Government funded project to encourage the use of the free training and support.
The JobSense contract is primarily to help people with sight loss or hearing impairment get closer to the job market.
Arts Connection – Cyswllt Celf have received funding from the National Lottery Community Fund and Arts Council of Wales to run our Arts Abode project
Home Start Cymru are looking for volunteers in Powys.
We're delighted to welcome Lucy Taylor back as our Start Well Children and Young People's Officer.
Their innovative events provide a space for professionals people who work for carers in the spheres of policy, social care, education, health care,...
RNID have received confirmation that their new hearing aid maintenance clinics can continue and operate during the new COVID restrictions.
Young and Adult Carers look after someone who is ill or disabled, often a family member, unpaid and The ID could ensure they get priority treatment in...
GamCare, Gamban and GAMSTOP are teaming up to provide a trio of services for free to help gamblers kick-start the recovery journey this Christmas and...
This volunteering opportunity is temporarily CLOSED
CAB have updated their Gambling Support Services project covering South & West Wales.
All the latest news and information from the Welsh Ambulance service.
Elen Notley, Marketing and Communications Manager at WCVA outlines how voluntary organisation can support the roll out of the COVID-19 vaccine in...
Care First are providing an employee assistance programme (EAP) from 4 December to all those employed in the social care workforce in the private and...
Impelo have a remote dance project for adults with physical or learning differences, mental health issues or living with dementia.
A new drop-off hearing aid clinic will start in Llandrindod Wells on 14th December, made possible through a partnership between the Health Board and...
Carers Wales have calculated the value of unpaid care provided to date during the COVID-19 pandemic to be as much as £33 million for every day of the...
Playlist for Life is focused on bringing some fun and positivity to people living with dementia who have been sheltering in lockdown
The Poppy Factory’s mission is to support wounded, injured and sick veterans on their journey into employment and to continue supporting them whatever...
Find out all about the the Mamwlad project and why was it created...
Carers Wales believe carers rights are being breached and we have grave concerns about the impact on services now and into the future, if Welsh...
The Welsh Language Commissioner have launched a marketing fund to support 3rd sector orgs to market their Welsh services.
The grants programme was not due to reopen until 2021, but the National Lottery Heritage Fund (NLHF) has announced that a phased reopening of project...
All the latest news and information from the Welsh Ambulance service.
Every quarter, Credu will be hosting an Engage to Change for Carers event.
Can you “knit a bobble for that wobble” – DPJ want you to help raise awareness and funds so they can help people with poor mental health in the...
Age Cymru wish to invite community groups to bid for grants of up to £1,000 to help tackle isolation and loneliness locally amongst military veterans,...
With further local restrictions imposed across Wales it’s important that those at risk of abuse know they can get in touch with Live Fear Free 24/7...
Action on Hearing Loss becomes RNID again
A new report from Public Health Wales has shown that the number of people with a longstanding illness is expected to increase in line with the rise in...
Free training available to professionals and volunteers supporting young people across Wales
The Charter lays out in detail the rights of victims, and the responsibilities of organisations playing a part in tackling hate crime, providing...
Fact sheet for parents, carers and those who are 16 and over.
Do you care for someone with dementia in South Powys or Gwent? If so the Alzheimer Society are offering their CrISP support programme to help you...
Key updates and information regarding this year's Winter Flu campaign. Shared on behalf of Public Health Wales
Volunteers at Hear to Help clinics are helping the hearing-impaired community of Powys by undertaking minor repairs of hearing aids.
The Welsh Government would like our help to try to understand how the coronavirus pandemic has affected community groups like yours.
A Machynlleth-based health and wellbeing charity has recently been celebrating a dual achievement, having launched a new therapeutic bursary scheme...
This small but effective mental health charity, looking after and guiding young people aged 16-25, with mental health problems varying in severity, is...
Demand for their Helpline services has soared in recent months. Latest figures show that in the past six months demand has increased by 97% compared...
GamCare have been working hard as an organisation and across the Women’s Programme, to mobilise a response that ensures they can continue to deliver...
COS staff, including the JobSense Team are continuing to work from home and with participants either by phone or video call. WEFO have also relaxed...
Brecon and District Mind now have a new link worker in post with more capacity for support in Brecon, Crickhowell, Hay & Talgarth and surounding...
Anyone can be affected by problem gambling. If someone lives with problem gambling then other people connected to them will also be harmed by the...
These surveys are for d/Deaf and Disabled people. Disabled people are people with sensory, cognitive, neurodevelopmental conditions, learning...
This exciting new project will be supporting people to engage, participate, gain information, have their voices heard, understand their rights, make...
Carers Wales have a wealth of information and support available for carers, from their online 'Care for a Cuppa,' sessions to online tools to help...
Action For Elders is now able to help older adults anywhere in the UK with a full package of services designed to offer a holistic approach to their...
A joint national project between Age Cymru and Carers Trust Wales, funded by Welsh Government is hosting listening events during August.
All the latest services from Age Cymru
Are you aware that dementia is a disease that doesn't just affect older people? Dementia affects 42,000 people under the age of 65 in the UK.
Veterans Information & Advice (I&A) is a new service delivering financial, practical and wellbeing support for Powys military veterans, their...
As of Tuesday 7 July, Kaleidoscope will be partially opening it’s office doors on a part time basis. Services will only be offered on an appointment...
Blind and partially sighted people are used to navigating a complicated world. But coronavirus has turned the world upside down. As lockdown eases,...
COS are continuing to support people remotely, read on for more details of their services and their latest newsletter.
Macmillan are available to support you with their Telephone Buddies service.
Carers Wales weekly Care for a Cuppa open sessions are available to all unpaid carers, to join in and chat to other carers, find out about other...
As a membership charity for unpaid carers, Carers Wales works to make life better for carers across Wales.
GamCare have switched to remote working and are running most of their activities as normal, with some minor adjustments
Following feedback from recent Carers Forums, the first Caring with Cancer group for Carers aged 18+ is being held in Powys.
Kaleidoscope have reported that drug and alcohol addiction referrals have fallen by 57% during the coronavirus pandemic,, read the lived experience of...
If you need to talk about your cancer, Macmillan Telephone Buddies are here to listen. With a weekly call from one of our Telephone Buddies, you don’t...
We know that coronavirus is causing stress and worry for lots of people and for some, social prescribing, could be the answer.
Commonly-asked questions (FAQs) from people affected by dementia, as well as a list of organisations that can provide information and advice during...
Macmillan understand that people are worried about coronavirus (COVID-19). If you have cancer, you might be worried about how coronavirus affects you....
Working in partnership with the British Deaf Association, Deaf Hub (Wales) are offering any community groups/organisations that are working in the...
At this unprecedented time our support for our carers in the community is more crucial than ever.
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Question: Which cancer is often mistaken for IBS, often goes undetected and can affect women of all ages?
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Please find all the latest WCVA News below.
Measuring the Mountain will host its second Citizens' Jury at Cardiff City Stadium, from May 18th to May 22nd 2020 and they are looking for people to...
3SC are looking to recruit new coaches and assessors for their key employment wellbeing and health programmes.
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Do you know someone living in the Brecon area who would benefit from an arthritis support group?
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Grants are available to PAVO members that focus on health prevention and promotion and promoting / maintaining independence.
Minimum pricing for alcohol is being introduced in Wales on 2 March 2020
RVS are now taking referrals for a community shopping bus which will operate each Tuesday and cover Llandrindod Wells and out towards Howie.
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Did you miss our PAVO Shared Power training at the end of last year?
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Last year Welsh government announced plans to introduce a minimum price per unit of alcohol. The potential for people to switch from alcohol to...
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Please find a weekly round up of all the WCVA news.
An invitation to join us in the next Social Value Forum and Third Sector Service provider meeting.
Please be aware of the Christmas Opening hours for Brecon Food Bank.
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A weekly round up of the WCVA News.
JobSense is a 3 year project funded by WEFO delivered in partnership with Centre of Sign-Sight-Sound (COS), Action on Hearing Loss Cymru and Elite...
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A Weekly round up of the WCVA news
A Weekly round up of the WCVA news.
Ever wondered how good design can help you to live well with dementia???
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Do you support someone living with stroke?
PAVO offer a Community Connector and Befriending service. Our Connectors work with you to access the right services, support and information....
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On October 26th Brecon Foodbank will be holding an art auction at The Neuadd, Christ College, viewing beginning at 5.45pm, auction at 7pm, in order to...
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Contact the Elderly is now Re-engage
It is a big decision, changing a name. And a decision not to be taken lightly. But when it becomes clear...
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Action on Elder Abuse is currently gathering information about awareness of elder abuse and has a short online survey. Please take some time to...
Thousands of people are at risk of liver disease but do not know it because the symptoms are not obvious–over 75% of people with liver disease are...
A weekly round up of WCVA news.
A weekly round up of all the WCVA news.
PTHB successfully launched ‘My Life, My Wishes,’ across Powys in Byw Nawr/Dying Matters Week in May2019 with many amazing events and conversations....
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People do business with people, not organisations. To make things happen we have to not only make contact, but also build relationships of trust. They...
A weekly round up of news from the WCVA
An invitation to attend the Annual Conference, which will be held in Aberystwyth Arts Centre on Tuesday 1st October 2019 from 9.30am.
Mae Taflen Iechyd Meddwl Gwasanaeth Ambiwlans Cymru o’r enw ‘Dwyt ti ddim ar dy ben dy hun’, bellach ar gael, gan roi ystod o Llinellau Cymorth Iechyd...
The Welsh Ambulance Service Mental Health Leaflet entitled ‘You are not alone’, is now available, giving a range of Mental Health Support Helplines....
Tackling substance misuse amongst the homeless and prisoners and dealing with mental health issues associated with addiction are some of the aims of a...
Good news for Winter warmth.
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