The VCS Assembly is a diverse group of Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) organisations that is able to give a strong collective voice on shared issues.
Shropshire
Joined October 2012
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📣 Get involved 📣
Volunteers play a vital role in helping the people of Shropshire have their say on health and social care services. Volunteering with Healthwatch Shropshire can help you develop skills, gain experience and make a difference to your community. ✨
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🌳 Our free community tree scheme is back !
💚 Help us make Shropshire a greener place to live.
🌱 There are 15,000 free tree saplings available this year, comprising of native trees and shrubs.
👉🏼 Find out more and apply here: orlo.uk/Bia1A
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We've partnered with the Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust to offer organisations the chance to fund a (new) project that provides digital education to adults, belonging to underrepresented communities, in mental health services. [Link in bio].
#CommunityGrant
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Join us for our volunteer open day this Wednesday (5th June) at our office in Bellstone, #Shrewsbury! Find out more about volunteering for us and how much of a difference you can make to the lives of older people. #VolunteersWeek
For more information:
ageuk.org.uk/shropshireandte…
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🌟 This #VolunteersWeek we’re saying a big thank you to all our volunteers at Citizens Advice Shropshire!
You’re at the heart of our services and community 💙 we’re so proud of you!
Find out more about volunteering with us ⤵️
bit.ly/3KlggbF
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Percy Thrower's Shrewsbury greenhouse rebuilt by men's group - BBC News @UKMensSheds #Shrewsbury Taking this huge greenhouse down and rebuilding it on @WMidShowground has been a rewarding project big thanks to @ball_helen bbc.com/news/articles/cn00vr…
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Our 'Renew and Restore' project launches this Friday (17th May)! These free sessions, funded by Lingen Davies, are available to those with a cancer diagnosis.
We are kicking off with 'Cooking for Health' with Chef Richard. For more info & bookings, please visit our linktree. teapawt.net/fordhallfarm/status/17…
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Community groups in #Shropshire & #Telford come Meet the Funder 🤝 Learn about grants from the National Lottery Community Fund & financing from Charity Bank
📅 Online: May 7, 6pm orlo.uk/xGdNm
📍 In-Person: May 23, Little Wenlock Village Hall orlo.uk/LpIE9
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Charities can work with local government to deliver change and encourage more people to volunteer locally.
So it’s vital everyone can vote in Thursday’s elections.
❗ Spread the word about bringing photo ID to vote at a polling station.
Learn more: electoralcommission.org.uk/v…
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How can organisations create a more inclusive volunteering experience?
In this blog, our CEO @sarahvibert82 outlines five practical ways that senior leaders can foster a more inclusive volunteering experience, using insights from our #TimeWellSpent report.
Learn more👇
"In the journey of volunteering, it’s crucial we don’t just focus on getting volunteers on board, it’s vital we ensure people who give up their time get quality experiences too."
charitytimes.com/ct/blog-opi…
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Do you want to be part of a developing team and make a real difference to the lives of older people in Shropshire?
We're looking for a dynamic and motivated Income Generation Assistant to join our team!
Download the Job application pack here:
ageuk.org.uk/.../income-gene…
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We are looking for volunteer drivers in Shropshire. If you would like to make new friends, learn something new and help someone in the process then we would love to hear from you. Please see our website for opportunities available in your area. royalvoluntaryservice.org.uk
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Are you a small charity? Do you have a problem that you’re struggling to solve by yourself?
Get in touch with our small charity helpdesk for help, advice and signposting 👉 ncvo.org.uk/about-us/our-ser…
ALT Yellow background | NCVO logo | NCVO contact info | Over the last three months, we've answered over 1,000 enquiries from small charities | Contact our small charity helpdesk
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Today we had another volunteer meeting with a different group of our volunteers to discuss our forward plan and the many ways in which volunteers are able to contribute and get involved. ✨
It was great seeing everyone today, thank you all for coming! 👋
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Get involved ✨
Volunteers play a vital role in helping people have their say on health and social care. Volunteering with Healthwatch can help you develop skills, gain experience and make a difference to your community.
#Shropshire #HaveYourSay #YourVoiceCounts #healthwatch
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Today we had the 1st of 2 scheduled volunteer meetings at Healthwatch Shropshire to discuss our forward plan and the many ways in which volunteers are able to contribute and get involved. ✨
It was great seeing everyone today, thank you all for coming! 👋
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✨Today is Social Prescribing Day ✨
It is an annual celebration of the people, organisations & communities who make social prescribing happen🎉
Shropshire’s programme is a non-medical approach to help people with a wide range of social, emotional, physical or practical needs✨
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Applications for Capital Grants under our VCSE Energy Efficiency Scheme are open now.
Your organisation could receive between £2,000 and £150,000 to use for vital building improvements such as insulation, heating, lighting upgrades or renewable energy measures.
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Quick reminder about our drop-in event on Monday 12th Feb when you can meet some of our youth workers and learn more about volunteering. It's great fun and you can make a real difference to the lives of young people in your community.
#sya #volunteering #youthwork #shrewsbury
