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ALT A digital image with a grey background using DIAL colours, logo and strapline ‘passionate about possibilities’. The image uses graphics to resemble a paper notice taped onto a wall. The text on the 'paper' reads: After careful consideration, we have decided to step back from the social media platform X (formerly Twitter). We no longer feel that X aligns with our vision, values or approach to supporting our community. From today, we will no longer be active on or monitoring our X account. However, you can still keep connected and up to date with us on our other social media channels and our website. www.dialbarnsley.org.uk. There are also icons of Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
ALT Make a Difference - Bring your community spirit alive. Fancy joining us to celebrate people who make a difference? In celebration of Make a Difference Day on 26th October, join us for our extra special coffee mornings! Come along to meet new people and enjoy a cuppa. You will also receive a card-making pack for you to craft a thoughtful ‘Thank You’ card for someone who makes a difference in your life. Plus, you can learn more about making a difference in the community with volunteering. Join us: - Thursday 3rd October, 10.30am - 12pm at St Pauls Church Hall, S75 2TF - Monday 14th October, 10.30am - 12pm at Staincross Methodist Church, S75 6BP - Thursday 17th October, 10am - 12pm at New Lodge Community Centre, S71 1SH - Tuesday 22nd October, 1pm - 3pm at Priestley Avenue Community Centre, S75 5LG For more information and to book your place, contact Aimi on 07716 139110 or at [email protected]. Thanks to funding from Barnsley Council and North Area Council.
ALT A white background & using DIAL colours of teal and grey. The poster includes the DIAL logo, each letter of DIAL being a different DIAL colour, & the tagline of ‘Passionate About Possibilities’. There is also an icon of a stained glass window. The poster reads: Stained Glass Crafts - Sharing, Connecting, Supporting. Join our Stronger Together members for a fun craft session where we’ll put a creative twist on stained glass windows! Open to residents across Barnsley. Whether you’re a crafter or just curious, enjoy an afternoon of making beautiful, unique pieces. No experience needed - just bring your enthusiasm and let’s get crafting! Come together with our Stronger Together group members to share and connect. Relax in our Stronger Together hub with a brew and treats. When? Tuesday 24th September, 11am-1pm Where? The Stronger Together Hub, McLintocks, Summer Lane, S70 2NZ Contact Hannah to book your place by phone on 07526 766953 or by email at [email protected].
ALT A poster with a white background, using DIAL branding and an icon of a person with a heart on their head. Thanks to funding from Barnsley Council and North Area Council. Mindfulness - Bring your community spirit alive. Are you interested in enhancing your well-being with mindfulness? Take time for yourself alongside our Connect Together group members, to discover how mindfulness can aid your well-being. Learn and share together over a cuppa and refreshments. Plus, you’ll get to take home a wonderful goodie bag packed with well-being items to help you look after yourself and recharge! If you fancy joining us, come along to our final date on Tuesday 24th September, 1pm to 3pm at Priestley Avenue Community Centre, Kexbrough, S75 5LG. For more information and to book your place, contact Aimi by phone on 07716 139110 or by email at [email protected].
ALT A poster for our Bingo group. A white background and using DIAL colours of orange, green, teal and red. The poster includes the DIAL logo, each letter of DIAL being a different DIAL colour, and the tagline of ‘Passionate About Possibilities’. There is also an image of a white man with grey hair and black glasses, wearing a cream jumper and jeans. He is sitting at one of our previous bingo events, controlling the bingo machine and smiling at the camera. The poster reads: Connect Together - bring your community spirit alive. Come along to Connect Together for some bingo fun! There’ll be prizes for the first line and full house, as well as refreshments. It’s only £1 per card, including a bonus game! Interested? Get in touch with Aimi at [email protected] or on 07716 139110. When: Thursday 26th September. Time: 1-3pm. Where: New Lodge Community Centre, New Lodge, S71 1SH.
ALT A rounded square frame with a photo of Kat, a white woman with her hair tied up in a bun, wearing a blue dress, smiling at the camera. Underneath the photo is a teal banner with the text 'Happy Birthday Kat!'. The DIAL logo and strapline 'Passionate about possibilities' are in the top corners. A DIAL-coloured bunting string is on top of the image, and balloons float on the side.
ALT Group leaders Jeff and Hannah stood behind an old gravestone with guide Ian McMillan and one of our Stronger Together group members. They are all dressed for the rainy day and smiling at the camera.
ALT A display at the museum focused on Maurice Dobson, with many portraits and information shown in a glass cabinet.
ALT Ian McMillan and one of our group members discovering old objects in the museum. Ian is holding an object with a puzzled look on his face.
ALT A cabinet at the museum with information and artefacts about Darfield's 'Magical Toy Factory'.
ALT Group members wearing raincoats and using umbrellas to fend off the rain as they walk around the churchyard, following their guide Ian.
ALT A fabulous old building seen on the exploration.
ALT A fireplace in the museum, with metal objects hanging on either side, artefacts in the fireplace and a piece of artwork hanging above the mantle.
ALT Group members, Ian and Jeff stood in the churchyard as Ian tells stories about the many interesting people buried there.
ALT A white background & using DIAL colours of teal and grey. The poster includes the DIAL logo, each letter of DIAL being a different DIAL colour, & the tagline of ‘Passionate About Possibilities’. There is also an icon of a party popper. The poster reads: A Year of Togetherness - Sharing, Connecting, Supporting. You’re invited to our ‘A Year of Togetherness’ event to celebrate a year of Stronger Together! Open to residents across Barnsley, whether you’re a long-standing member or fancy joining us. Join us as we mark one year of great moments, friendships and fun. There will be special activities, a freebie bag, and plenty of smiles! Come together with our Stronger Together group members to share and connect. Relax in our Stronger Together hub with a brew and treats. When? Tuesday 17th September, 11am-1pm Where? The Stronger Together Hub, McLintocks, Summer Lane, S70 2NZ Contact Hannah to book your place by phone on 07526 766953 or by email at [email protected].
ALT A poster with a white background, using DIAL branding and an icon of a person with a heart on their head. Thanks to funding from Barnsley Council and North Area Council. Mindfulness - Bring your community spirit alive. Are you interested in enhancing your well-being with mindfulness? Take time for yourself alongside our Connect Together group members, to discover how mindfulness can aid your well-being. Learn and share together over a cuppa and refreshments. Plus, you’ll get to take home a wonderful goodie bag packed with well-being items to help you look after yourself and recharge! If you fancy joining us, come along to our third date on Thursday 19th September, 10am - 12pm at New Lodge Community Centre, New Lodge, S71 1SH. For more information and to book your place, contact Aimi by phone on 07716 139110 or by email at [email protected].
ALT Join us for our Time Together Women’s Group! If you live in the Central Area, come along to enjoy the company of like-minded ladies over a cuppa. Make new friends, take part in activities and offer mutual support. If you fancy joining us, just pop by! What is Time Together? Time Together is a Timebanking project, where people who live in the Central Area help each other by swapping skills. Led by local people, members can exchange and trade their skills and time - one hour at a time. So for every hour you spend helping someone else, you can get an hour in return for someone to help you! When: Wednesday 18th September, 11am - 1pm. Where: Stronger Together Hub, DIAL Office, 3rd Floor, McLintocks, Summer Lane, S70 2NZ. Interested? Get in touch with Jo by phone on 07843 594308 or by email at [email protected]. Thanks to funding from Barnsley Council and Central Area Council. The poster includes an image of two women sitting in our Stronger Together Hub having a cuppa.
ALT The image is a supportive and informative graphic from DIAL, titled "There’s always someone there to listen." It features contact information for five mental health and crisis support services in the UK: Shout - A 24/7 text service. Text "SHOUT" to 85258 or visit giveusashout.org. Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) - A helpline for men available at 0800 58 58 58 or thecalmzone.net. Samaritans - A 24/7 helpline accessible by calling 116 123 or visiting samaritans.org. Mind - A mental health support helpline is available at 0300 123 3393 or mind.org.uk. Papyrus - A helpline for those under 35, accessible at 0800 068 4141 or papyrus-uk.org. The DIAL logo is at the top left, and their "Passionate about possibilities" tagline is at the top right.
ALT Promotional image introducing our new fact sheets. The text reads: 'Say Hello to Our New Fact Sheets... Our fact sheets are helpful resources designed to give you key information on a range of disability-related topics. They offer clear, practical guidance that can be helpful for disabled people, their families and carers.' An open book icon is shown at the bottom left, and there is a call to action to download and view the new fact sheets on our website: dialbarnsley.org.uk/fact-sheets. The DIAL logo is at the top left, and the slogan 'Passionate about possibilities.' is at the top right.
ALT Graphic listing topics covered in our new fact sheets. The text reads: 'Our new fact sheets cover...' with the following topics listed: 'Access to Work', 'Accessible Food Provision', 'Attendance Allowance', 'Blue Badge', 'Carer’s Allowance', 'Child Disability Living Allowance', and 'Cold Weather Payments'. Each topic is accompanied by a small, relevant icon. At the bottom right, there is an icon of an open book with an information symbol. The DIAL logo is at the top left, and the slogan 'Passionate about possibilities.' is at the top right.
ALT Graphic listing more topics covered in our new fact sheets. The text reads: 'and they also cover...' followed by the topics: 'Disabled Facilities Grants', 'Disabled Person’s Travel Pass', 'Motability Scheme', 'Personal Independence Payment', 'Vehicle Excise Duty', and 'Winter Fuel Payment'. Each topic is accompanied by a small, relevant icon. At the bottom right, a text box encourages viewers to suggest more topics via email to [email protected]. The DIAL logo is at the top left, and the slogan 'Passionate about possibilities.' is at the top right.
ALT A rounded square frame with a photo of Duncan, a white man with short hair, wearing a grey jacket, smiling at the camera. Underneath the photo is an orange banner with the text 'Happy Birthday Duncan!'. The DIAL logo and strapline 'Passionate about possibilities' are in the top corners. A DIAL-coloured bunting string is on top of the image, and balloons float on the side.
ALT A rounded square frame with a photo of Zoe, a white woman with brunette curly hair, wearing a beige sparkly top, smiling at the camera. Underneath the photo is a green banner with the text 'Happy Birthday Zoe!'. The DIAL logo and strapline 'Passionate about possibilities' are in the top corners. A DIAL-coloured bunting string is on top of the image, and balloons float on the side.
ALT The image is a collage celebrating the International Day of Charity, featuring three elements. At the top is a group photo of six of DIAL's team smiling people standing together against a colourful geometric background. One is holding a certificate. In the centre, text reads "International Day of Charity" in bold green, followed by "A big thank you from all of us" in a handwritten style, with the DIAL logo below, featuring multi-coloured letters. At the bottom, a close-up shows a white mug with the DIAL logo and a butterfly bun. The background features orange and red geometric shapes.
ALT A white background & using DIAL colours of teal and grey. The poster includes the DIAL logo, each letter of DIAL being a different DIAL colour, & the tagline of ‘Passionate About Possibilities’. There is also an icon of a museum building. The poster reads: Museum Trip - Sharing, Connecting, Supporting. Step into history as we explore the Maurice Dobson Museum in Darfield! Enjoy a relaxed guided tour followed by a visit to the cafe where we can chat and unwind. Open to residents across Barnsley! Enjoy a gentle stroll around the beautifully restored Georgian Yeoman residence, and take in rich stories of Darfield and its people. Meet the world famous Ian McMillan for a fun poetry workshop! Get creative and share through spoken word. Enjoy a cuppa and a slice of cake from the cafe! When? Tuesday 10th September, 11am-1pm Where? The Stronger Together Hub, McLintocks, Summer Lane, S70 2NZ Contact Hannah to book your place by on 07526 766953 or by email at [email protected]
ALT A poster with a white background, using DIAL branding and an icon of a person with a heart on their head. Thanks to funding from Barnsley Council and North Area Council. Mindfulness - Bring your community spirit alive. Are you interested in enhancing your well-being with mindfulness? Take time for yourself alongside our Connect Together group members, to discover how mindfulness can aid your well-being. Learn and share together over a cuppa and refreshments. Plus, you’ll get to take home a wonderful goodie bag packed with well-being items to help you look after yourself and recharge! If you fancy joining us, come along to our second date on Monday 9th September, 10.30am to 12pm at Staincross Methodist Church, Mapplewell, S75 6BP. For more information and to book your place, contact Aimi by phone on 07716 139110 or by email at [email protected].
ALT Join us for a Time Together Coffee Morning! If you live in the Central Area, come along to enjoy a cuppa, have a natter with like-minded people, and arrange to swap your skills with others in the group. If you aren’t already a member but are interested in joining, please stop by! What is Time Together? Time Together is a Timebanking project, where people who live in the Central Area help each other by swapping skills. Led by local people, members can exchange and trade their skills and time - one hour at a time. So for every hour you spend helping someone else, you can get an hour in return for someone to help you! When? Monday 9th September, 11am to 1pm. Where? Cawthorne Antiques and Collectors Centre, 17-21 High Street, Dodworth, S75 3RF. Interested? Get in touch with Jo by phone on 07843 594308 or by email at [email protected]. Thanks to funding from Barnsley Council and Central Area Council. The poster includes an image of someone painting a wall.
ALT A digital image with a grey background using DIAL colours, logo and strapline ‘passionate about possibilities’. The image uses graphics to resemble a paper notice taped onto a wall. The Mindful Employer logo is also included. The text reads: We are excited to share that we have just been renewed as a Charter for Employers Positive About Mental Health signatory! This means that we: provide non-judgemental and proactive support to staff experiencing mental ill health. We don't make assumptions about a person with a mental health condition and their ability to work. We support line managers in managing mental health in the work place. And much more.
ALT Food laid out on the table in our Stronger Together Hub for our Women's Group to enjoy, including cheese and pineapple sticks, cocktail sausages, crisps, and chocolate swiss rolls.
ALT A poster with a white background, using DIAL branding and includes an image of a man and woman sitting on the sofas in the Stronger Together Hub, having a cuppa and a chat. When? Thursday 5th September, 11am - 1pm. Where? Stronger Together Hub, DIAL Office, McLintocks, Summer Lane, S70 2NZ. Come along to our Stronger Together Carer’s Coffee Morning. Join us to meet with other Carers, and enjoy refreshments and treats in a safe space. This group is led by you! Have your say on what you want to happen at the group’s upcoming fortnightly sessions. A great opportunity to meet fellow Carers from across Barnsley, share experiences, and receive valuable peer support and information. Take some time for yourself in our welcoming Stronger Together Hub. Interested? Get in touch with Hannah by phone on 07526 766953 or by email at [email protected]. Find out more at www.dialbarnsley.org.uk/stronger-together.
ALT A poster for our Together at the Table events. A white background and using DIAL colours of green and teal. The poster includes the DIAL logo, each letter of DIAL being a different DIAL colour, and the tagline of ‘Passionate About Possibilities’. There is also a DIAL teal circle in the bottom left corner with a white icon of three line-art people sitting at a table. Partners’ Libraries Connected, Barnsley Libraries, Funded by UK Government, and Arts Council England logos are included. The poster reads: Together at the Table - serving up food and friendship. Join us for Together at the Table, where we will be providing freshly cooked meals for lunch every Friday, for North Area residents. Come along to meet new people, take part in fun activities, and gain knowledge to complete a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. Interested? Contact Aimi by phone on 07716 139110 or by email at [email protected]. Friday 6th September, 1pm - 4pm. Roundhouse Library, S71 3AE.
ALT A poster with a white background, using DIAL branding and an icon of a person with a heart on their head. Thanks to funding from Barnsley Council and North Area Council. Mindfulness - Bring your community spirit alive. Are you interested in enhancing your well-being with mindfulness? Take time for yourself alongside our Connect Together group members, to discover how mindfulness can aid your well-being. Learn and share together over a cuppa and refreshments. Plus, you’ll get to take home a wonderful goodie bag packed with well-being items to help you look after yourself and recharge! If you fancy joining us, come along to our first date on Thursday 5th September, 10.30am to 12pm at St. Pauls Church Vestry, St. Pauls Road, Gawber, S75 2TF. For more information and to book your place, contact Aimi by phone on 07716 139110 or by email at [email protected].