Need help with debts post Christmas?

CAB advice to Get help early for debt problems


Post Christmas is a stressful time for many people who are struggling with their debts. More and more people every year have trouble making ends meet and covering the most essential household bills.

Money troubles don’t go away by themselves, so if you're getting into trouble, act quickly and seek advice about how to deal with it.

You shouldn't have to add to your debts by paying for debt advice. There are several organisations that offer free, confidential advice to help you get your finances back on track. And you can get that advice in lots of different ways.

If you would like to see someone face-to-face about your debts, you can make an appointment at your local Citizens Advice Bureau. To find your nearest bureau, go to http://www.adviceguide.org.uk/elnk_www_citizensadvice_org_uk_index_getadvice-3.

If it's difficult for you to see someone face-to-face, the Consumer Credit Counselling Service (CCCS) offers a free phone helpline 0800 138 1111, open 8am to 8pm, Monday to Friday.

They also operate Debt Remedy, a 24-hour anonymous online counselling service at http://www.cccs.co.uk/.
Alternatively, you can call National Debtline on 0808 808 4000 or visit their website at http://www.nationaldebtline.co.uk/ to find out how you can get email advice.

National Debtline also offers free, confidential and independent advice for people with business debts. For more information, call 0800 197 6026.

Source - http://www.adviceguide.org.uk/wales/whats_new_jan12_get_help_early_for_debt_problems.htm

Music Activity Scheme (Denbighshire, Conwy, Gwynedd, Anglesey)

The project is targeted at 16- 25 year olds who are not in Education, Employment or Training (NEET’s).

Each course will have 6 participants will be supported by 2 trained and experienced Community Music Wales tutors who will guide them through music activities, individually and as part of a group. The project will be client led with activity tailored to suit each individual participant.

The project length is 15 weeks or a 30 hour block of activity that can be arranged to best suit the participants needs.

At the end of the course each participants will have produced original pieces of music and gained accreditations for their achievements through Agored Cymru.

Travel to and from the workshops will be covered for participants. 

For more information please contact Osian Rhys Roberts on 01286 685248.

The 58th Welsh Chess Championships 2012

GOOD FRIDAY – EASTER MONDAY

April 6th – April 9th, 2012

PARK INN HOTEL

CARDIFF NORTH

CIRCLE WAY EAST

LLANEDEYRN, CARDIFF.

CF23 9XF.

Tel 029 2058 9988

http://www.cardiff.parkinn.co.uk

Thanks to the WELSH ASSEMBLY for their continued support to juniors in Welsh Chess.

The Tom Weston Memorial Open/Major Championship is open to registered members of the WCU, EC, or other National body.

The John Bishop Memorial Minor Championship is open to registered members of the WCU, ECF, or other National body with a published grade of 1650 (ECF 125) or below.

Championship Secretary:-

Andrew Trickey, 6 Springfield Close, Pendre, Bridgend. CF31 1HR.

Telephone (01656) 712227

email : andrew.trickey@email.com

The Launch Programme 2012

The Launch Programme is a 3 week pre-employment training programme to give young people a taster into the Catering and Hospitality Industry, which will start 4th January 2012.

The Course will include:

• Employability Skills
• Soft Skills
• Taster sessions in Catering & Hospitality
• Qualifications in BTEC ‘Jamie’s Home Cooking Skills’, BTEC in Work Skills & Food Hygiene Certificate.

This is a 3 week programme, Monday to Thursday from 12.30pm – 4.00pm.

Referrals must be aged 16 - 24 years living in the Denbighshire area. They must show an interest to want to work in this industry and be committed to attend the whole 3 weeks. There will be allowance of up to £40 a week per young person to support with lunch and transport.

Upon completion of the course the group will be invited to an end of programme celebration meal at the Taste.academy. Each individual will be given an opportunity for an interview for a possible ILM placement with Taste.academy. Exit interviews will be conducted with each individual, with progression support for each participant to assist with helping to find employment or further training.

Everyone interested in the programme must attend a one 2 one information session on the 15^th December 2011. This will include an overview of the programme with an informal interview for the course. There are 12 places for the course therefore there maybe a selection process. All successful candidates will need black trousers and non-slip steel cap boots or shoes to be able to take part in this course.

For more information please contact:

Sian Deal

07587880835

Sian.deal@rathboneuk.org

Rathbone Cymru, The Hub,

69-75 Wellington Road, Rhyl, LL18 1BE

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South West Rhyl Communities First Network Lunch - 7th December 2011

Date: 7th December 2011
Time: 12pm - 2pm.
Venue: Communities First Main Hall, 82 Marsh Road, Rhyl.

Guest Speakers
Sandra Jones & Vicky Hoban - Health Social Care & Wellbeing - 1.15pm.

Andrea Fisher - Houseproud scheme - 1.30pm.
Unfortunately Garry Davies from Countryside Services has had to cancel his presentation. We are sure he will attend a Network lunch in the New Year.

Buffet will be first come first served. Please let us know if you will be attending for catering purposes.

For more information please call Lisa on 01745 332528.

Rhyl Town Centre Manager - Job Vacancy

Are you:

• Up for a challenge?
• Capable of taking a lead role in transforming Rhyl Town Centre?
• Experienced, dynamic and resourceful enough to be Rhyl's first Town Centre Manager?

We are looking for someone who:

• Has an understanding and experience of town centre management.
• Can work independently with partners to develop plans and initiatives for the town centre.
• Possesses excellent communication and organisational skills.

If you think you can meet these expectations then we want to hear from you.

Salary: Circa £30,000 per annum.

Contract: Initial 3 Year period, commencing 1st April 2012.

Employer: Rhyl City Strategy.

For details on the application process and information pack contact:

Susan Jeffrey on 01745 343605 or susan.jeffrey@rhylcitystrategy.co.uk

Closing date for all applications: Noon on 19th December 2011.

Urgent - Mystery Shoppers required

Do you wear a hearing aid or know someone who wears a hearing aid?

We are looking for people to help us check loop systems throughout November and December. Travel expenses will be paid.

If you or someone know would like to get involved please contact:

Gemma Finch
gemma.finch@hearingloss.org.uk
Telephone: 029 2090 7503
Textphone: 029 2033 3036

Please let us know immediately if you are available.

Thank you.

VIP Official Opening of Ty Ebbw Fach

The Official VIP Opening of Ty ebbw Fach
(the former Coach & Horses in Six Bells)

By HRH The Prince of Wales

On Monday 21st November

All welcome at the marquee and surronding areas. All who wish to attend are asked to be in the area by 10am.

Limited parking available on the lower plateau of the colliery. A road closure will be in place from 9am between Chapel Road and Alexandra Terrace.

Public toilets and refreshments available at Bethany, St. Johns and the Community Centre.

Any enquiries please call 01495 320497.

Denbighshire Advice Network Meeting (CLSP)

The main part of the meeting will consider a range of actions for the winter stemming from Denbighshire's Affordable Warmth Plan.

Date: Friday 2nd December 2011.
Time: 10am - 12pm.
Venue: Eiranfa Community Centre, Factory Place, Denbigh, LL16 3TS.

Chairperson: Richard Jones Abbas - DCC Welfare Rights Manager.
Minutes & Apologies: Rebecca Connor - 01824 712371.

Keep Well this Winter

Keep Well

Flu jabs are free for people aged 65 and over and can prevent or lessen the effects of flu – ask your doctor for an appointment. It is especially important in the winter to eat healthily and stay as active as possible.

Keep Warm

Set your heating to the right temperature (between 18°C and 21°C,) and you can keep your home warm and lower your bills.

Nest is the Welsh Government’s fuel poverty scheme. Nest provides free, impartial advice on saving energy, money management, benefit entitlement and whether you're eligible for home improvements at no cost under the scheme. If you’re worried about the cost of heating your home, you can call 0800 512 012 free from a landline or 0300 456 2655 from a mobile phone. www.nestwales.org.uk.

Keep Safe

Avoid slips and trips in the home by using stair rails and keeping passages well lit. Fire Safety is especially important during the Winter. Your local Fire and Rescue service will carry out a free home fire safety check for you and fit smoke alarms if you do not already have them. Call them on 0800 169 1234 for more information.

Keep an eye out for any older people who may need your help during the cold weather.

The Keep Well this Winter campaign aims to provide help and advice to those aged over 60 to

ensure they maintain good health during the winter. These top tips are some of the best ways

to keep your home warm, keep on top of your bills and keep healthy.

For further information about the Keep Well this Winter campaign contact Age Cymru on 029 2043 1555.

Minister sets out his vision for Communities First

Local Government and Communities Minister, Carl Sargeant outlined how the Welsh Government will continue to support Wales’ most deprived areas when the new Communities First programme begins in April 2012.

Speaking at the programme’s annual conference the Minister praised those involved in delivering Communities First and said that despite working in uncertain and testing times, the current programme was delivering positive change in Wales’ most disadvantaged communities.

The Minister said:

"As we shape the way forward for the Communities First Programme, the Welsh Government is committed to building on what has already been achieved.  I also recognise that it is important that we take time to listen to people’s views before moving forward.  We have done this through an initial analysis of the 300 plus responses to out recent consultation on the programme.

"As well as building on the achievements of the current programme, I want the next phase of Communities First to be clearly seen as a community-focussed Anti - Poverty programme.  All projects will need to demonstrate how the Welsh Government’s investment supports the programme’s aim of tackling poverty.  Any work that does not support this aim will not be funded by Communities First.    
 
"In addition to delivering on our Anti-Poverty agenda, the new programme will focus on good governance and community involvement.  Our funding will be channelled through Lead Delivery Bodies (LDBs) for a Cluster Area, with Regional Boards overseeing the work.  Many existing Grant Recipient Bodies can become LDBs but all will need to pass stringent checks and demonstrate their commitment to community involvement.

"It is important that that the community’s voice is heard.  To this end, each Cluster will need to develop a Plan to increase community involvement, especially among people most affected by poverty.  Only by putting citizens at the heart of our services can we make a real difference to people’s lives and build resilience into communities."

The Minister also highlighted that those working with the programme will need to collaborate with others. He added:

"I am already working closely with other Welsh Ministers to join up our policies and programmes and to explore how we can build on what is already happening.

"A good example is the Integrated Children’s Centre Pilot, where working with Job Centre Plus we have helped over 100 workless families back into work.  Looking forward, one of the Welsh Government’s five key commitments is to provide 500 additional Police Community Support Officers.  I will be looking for these officers to interact with Communities First since their deployment is firmly grounded in a community engagement approach to policing.

"In conclusion, I am committed to Communities First and to ensuring that strong governance and community involvement are at the heart of the new programme.  By working together I am sure that we can tackle our anti poverty agenda and deliver for our poorest communities and individuals."

Listening to views on leisure

Denbighshire County Council’s Leisure Services are holding the second of the twice-yearly round of Leisure Locality Forums across the county.

There will be one held in each of the seven areas where there is a council-run leisure centre; Rhyl, Prestatyn, St Asaph, Denbigh, Ruthin, Llangollen and Corwen.

Dates are as follows and all will take place from 6.30pm to 8.00pm.

Prestatyn - Tuesday 8 November at Jubilee Community Centre
Llangollen - Wednesday 9 November at Llangollen Library
St Asaph - Wednesday 16 November at St Asaph Youth Centre
Rhyl - Monday 21 November at Rhyl Library
Denbigh - Wednesday 23 November at Margaret Morris Centre
Corwen - Tuesday 29 November Corwen Sports Pavilion
Ruthin - Wednesday 1 December at Ysgol Brynhyfryd

The forums bring together representatives from the local area with an interest in leisure. On the agenda will be a presentation from the Coach and Volunteer Development Officer, opportunities to share information and open discussions on local leisure issues.

Denbighshire's Leisure Services are always looking for interested parties to join the Leisure Locality Forums. No previous experience is necessary and the meetings are informal.

For further information, please contact Leisure Services, on 01824 708233.

North Wales will be hit hard by benefit reform

The number of people on sickness benefits in North Wales will be cut by 13,000 within three years, a report claims today. The study says Wales will be hit harder than any other part of Britain by the UK government’s controversial reforms of incapacity benefit (IB).


Research by academics at Sheffield Hallam University suggests the 181,370 people on IB in Wales will be reduced by 75,000 by 2014. They say 45,000 are set to be pushed out of the benefits system altogether and some 23,000 will be moved onto Jobseeker’s Allowance.


In Britain as a whole, 6.6% of the working age population claim IB, but the average for Wales is 9.5%. In North Wales, Denbighshire’s figure is 9.5%, while it is 9% in Conwy, with Anglesey at 8.3%, Wrexham 8.1%, Gwynedd 7% and Flintshire 6.8%. It is estimated 2,900 Wrexham people will be affected, with 2,600 in Flintshire, 2,300 in Conwy, 2,000 in both Gwynedd and Denbighshire and 1,500 in Anglesey.


The report, from the Centre for Regional Economic and Social Research Centre says across Britain as a whole by far the largest impact will be on the older industrial areas in Wales, Scotland and the north of England. In these areas the prospects of former claimants finding work are weakest.


Report co-author Professor Steve Fothergill said: “The large numbers that will be pushed off incapacity benefits over the next two to three years are entirely the result of changes in benefit rules – the introduction of a tougher medical test and, in particular, the more widespread application of means-testing from next April.


“The reduction does not mean that there is currently widespread fraud, or that the health problems and disabilities are anything less than real. In terms of the numbers affected and the scale and severity of the impact, the reforms to incapacity benefits that are under way are probably the most far-reaching changes to the benefits system for at least a generation. They will impoverish vast numbers of households and cause untold distress in countless more.”


IB is paid at different amounts depending on which group people are in, but many of those who will be affected receive around £97 a week, while current average JSA payments are £61.73.


Employment Minister Chris Grayling said: “It’s clear that millions of people have been written off for years left on incapacity benefit with no real support to get into work. That’s why we are re-testing people to see if they have the capacity to work.


“Our changes will make sure those in genuine need get more support and those who could and should be working are given the opportunity to do so.”

Job Vacancy - Dispenser - Rowlands Pharmacy

Wage: Meets National Minimum Wage.
Hours: 35 per week.
Location: Prestatyn.
Duration: Permanent.
Date posted: 19-10-11.
Closing date: 11-11-11.

Rowlands Pharmacy require a qualified Dispenser with a minimum of Level 2 NVQ, to work in their busy pharmacy. Duties include assisting the pharmacist in the dispensary, handling scripts, labelling, stock control, general housekeeping.

For further details on how to apply please call into the Branch at:

Rowlands Pharmacy,

53 High. Street,

Prestatyn,

Denbighshire,

LL19 9AH.

Design a recycled statue competition

Open to all Rhyl schools or groups that work with children aged 5-16 yrs.

Design a 6-8 foot statue, which will be made out of recycled plastics (i.e. Pop bottles, bubble wrap, drinking cups, plates, packaging etc.)

Individuals must submit entries and full contact details (including phone number) must be on the back of the entry. Entries to be submitted on A4 plain paper, in either pen, pencil or crayon. We are not looking just for pictures but designs stating what materials to be used.

The winning design will be built in February 2012 as part of a big environmental day over at Glan Morfa, Rhyl. The statue will live at Rhyl Adventure Playground. An independent panel will meet the week of 12th December to select best entries. Winner will be announced on 19th December at SWRCF Xmas fayre and notified by telephone that day.

All entries must be received by Friday 9th December to:
South West Rhyl Communities First,
John Davies Community Facility,
82 Marsh Road,
Rhyl, Denbighshire,
LL18 2AE.

If submitting entries by hand, please come in through the rear of the building, via the staff offices.

SWRCF Christmas Fayre

South West Rhyl Communities First are holding a Christmas Fayre.

19th December, 11am - 3pm.

John Davies Community Facility, 82 Marsh Road, Rhyl.

• Stall holders welcome.
• Home-made produce.
• Toys and games.
• Christmas gifts.

Each stall holder will be given one raffle ticket and the chance to win a £100 bike voucher to be spent in Cycle Life, Bodfor St, Rhyl (stall holders must bring in at least 10 customers to the fayre). If the stall holder is representing a local organisation they must donate the bike voucher to a family in need within the local area, or raffle it off for their organisation.

South West Rhyl Communities First Free Network Lunch

South West Rhyl Communities First would like to invite you to our FREE Network Lunch (first come first served on buffet) on Wednesday 9th November.

Open to all community members, organisations and businesses within the area.

John Davies Community Facility (Communities First building), 82 Marsh Road, Rhyl, 12 - 2pm.

Speakers on the day - 1pm - Ray Worsnop from Denbighshire Enterprise Company.

1.15pm - Judith Samuels speaking about a ship wreck in Foryd Harbour. Come along and listen to what they have to say.

December Lunch - Wednesday 7th December, 12 - 2pm, same venue as above.

              

Speakers from DCC - 1pm - Garry Davies - Countryside Services.

1.15pm - Sandra Jones & Vicky Hoban - Health, Social Care and Wellbeing.

1.30pm - Andrea Fisher -  House Proud scheme.

All welcome.

Personal Independence Payment

From 2013 the Government is proposing to introduce a new benefit called Personal Independence Payment for eligible working age people aged 16 to 64 to replace Disability Living Allowance (DLA).

The intention is that Personal Independence Payment will focus support to those individuals who experience the greatest challenges to remaining independent and leading full, active and independent lives.

Disability Living Allowance was introduced in 1992 and has not been fundamentally reviewed or reformed since. There is confusion about the purpose of the benefit, it is complex to claim and there is no systematic way of checking that awards remain correct.

We are putting disabled people at the heart of the development of Personal Independence Payment. This includes:

• Working with disabled people and their organisations as we develop the new claims and assessment processes
• Seeking feedback on our proposals for the draft assessment criteria, which consider an individual’s circumstances and the impact of their health condition or impairment on their everyday life.

What the change means

From April 2013 to March 2016 everyone aged 16 to 64 receiving DLA will be reassessed to see whether they are entitled to the new Personal Independence Payment.

People entitled to Personal Independence Payment will have their claims smoothly transferred over and their DLA will stop.

Those not found to be entitled to Personal Independence Payment will be informed and their DLA will stop. They may be able to claim other benefits.

There are no current plans to replace DLA with Personal Independence Payment for children aged under 16 and people over the age of 65 who are already receiving DLA.

£75 million scheme to create 12,000 jobs in Wales announced

Starting in April next year, Jobs Growth Wales will create 4,000 new job opportunities a year across Wales for unemployed young people, aged 16-24, for a 6-month period. 

First Minister of Wales, Carwyn Jones, said:

“Jobs Growth Wales is a flagship policy in our commitment to boost economic growth and jobs in Wales.

“Not only will this scheme create opportunities for unemployed young people, who have suffered more than most in the recession, but these posts will also be new jobs, helping Welsh businesses to expand.”

Participants will be paid at or above the National Minimum Wage for a minimum of 25 hours per week. The programme will cater for those that are job ready but can’t find employment.  It will be funded by £25m per year over the term of government.

Minister for Education and Skills, Leighton Andrews, today gave Assembly Members details of the scheme and announced the start of a pilot to test the scheme ahead of its start next year.

“The current financial climate has led to the emergence of a growing number of 16-24 year olds who have fallen outside work or education,” he explained.

“Jobs Growth Wales will enable individuals to gain good quality work experience to progress into sustained employment or where appropriate an apprenticeship. 

“It is envisaged that the majority of jobs will be generated within the private sector, although there will also be some available within the public and voluntary sectors. Businesses that take part in the scheme will need to demonstrate that the jobs we support are new ones.”

Mr Andrews said they would run a small pilot this autumn to test the approach within the private sector and to fully inform the wider programme implementation from April next year. 

He added:

“Jobs Growth Wales also provides an opportunity to tackle some specific issues within the Welsh economy. There will three specific streams targeting graduates, micro business and green jobs.

“A specific strand will be developed to target graduates building on the existing Go Wales Programme.

Often micro businesses are reluctant to take the plunge of employing for the first time or growing for fear of the risk and bureaucracy. So we have developed a strand to help this critical sector of our economy develop.

And another strand will be developed to create jobs within the energy sector, helping to meet our commitment to reducing carbon emissions.”

Robust eligibility criteria and quality standards will be established prior to the implementation of Jobs Growth Wales.  A moderating panel will be established from January 2012 to ensure these are being met.  Membership of the panel will include employers, Job Centre Plus and Wales TUC.

South West Rhyl Communities First Halloween Party

South West Rhyl Communities First are having a Halloween Party on Saturday 29th October, at John Davies Community Facility, Marsh Road, Rhyl. 1.00pm - 4.00pm.

The party costs £2.50 per child and adults can come for free. All children must be supervised by an adult at all times.

Come and join in the spooky fun!

Thinking of becoming a councillor?

Have you ever thought about representing your community by becoming a member of Denbighshire County Council?

The Council is launching an information campaign to encourage people to consider becoming councillors when the county’s residents go to the polls on May 3, 2012.

There are 47 councillors on Denbighshire County Council. Councillors make sure the council delivers good services; decide on things that the council should be working on; help people in their area and get involved with their local communities.

Other key responsibilities include discussing and agreeing major policies to determine how services are run; agreeing how much will be spend by the Council each year; agreeing how much you pay in council tax and listening to the views of other councillors.

An easy guide on becoming a councillor is available on the council’s website: www.denbighshire.gov.uk/elections
You can also receive a copy by phoning 01824 706222 or by e-mail: public.relations@denbighshire.gov.uk

The campaign will also promote the need for residents to ensure their names appear on the electoral register, to allow them their right to vote.

In January 2012  the Council will be hosting roadshows across the county where you have the chance to come and speak with representatives of the council about what is involved in becoming a councillor.

You can always log on to Facebook and type in 'Elections Denbighshire 2012' in the search engine or sign up to 'Denbighshire County Council' on Twitter for the latest feed of information and election news.

Ambitious Programme for Government announced by First Minister

Increasing apprenticeship opportunities for young people, ensuring universal access to next generation broadband and introducing 50+ health checks were among the priorities announced by the Welsh Government today (Tues 27th Sept).

In an address to Assembly Members in the Senedd, First Minister Carwyn Jones set out his Programme for Government for the current Assembly term. It outlines Welsh Ministers’ priorities and comes ahead of the Welsh Government’s Draft Budget, which is published next week.
The Programme includes actions Ministers will be taking, how progress will be measured and what outcomes we want to see for the people of Wales. It is a programme for all of Wales and sets out which organisations will be involved in delivering the programme with the Welsh Government.

The Programme for Government will be updated annually and a progress report published every year. Key commitments include:

• Establish a Welsh jobs fund.
• Increase access to GP services.
• Funding 500 new community support officers.
• Increasing frontline spending in schools.
• Doubling the number of children benefitting from the ‘Flying Start’ programme.
• Introducing a statutory Literacy and Numeracy Framework, supported by national reading and maths tests.
• Moves to release more public land for affordable housing.
• An anti-poverty action plan by next year that will bring together all the devolved policy levers.
• Increase the number of organ donors in Wales.
• Create new marine conservation zones.
• Press for an independent review for S4C.
• Publish a five-year Welsh Language Strategy.

The First Minister said: “Our Programme for Government is an ambitious agenda for Wales. It translates the manifesto on which we were elected into action - and my government is determined to deliver it in full.

“Our focus is on benefiting people – on working together to create a fairer and more prosperous country – and a society in which everyone has the opportunity to contribute.

“Our decisions are not only about creating a ‘better today’, but look forward to ensure a ‘better tomorrow’ – delivering improvements for the lives of our children, and for the lives of our children’s children.

“We will create more apprenticeships for young people to offer them a better start to their working lives; we’ll establish new health checks for the over 50s and focus on a healthier society; and we’ll strengthen communities through Wales, funding 500 more Police Community Support Officers.

“These improvements will be firmly grounded in our uniquely Welsh approach to fairness and sustainability - a commitment that goes beyond the narrow concept of ‘greenness’, and delivers our vision for the economic and environmental wellbeing of our communities.

“Once a year we’ll be reporting back on progress so people can see what we’ve delivered, and how these changes have improved their lives. We need the energy and commitment of the whole country - the public sector, the third sector and our business community.  If we pull together we’ll go further and get there faster.

“This is what devolution is about - working together to create the future we want for Wales, a future that’s prosperous and a future that’s healthy.”

For more information please call the Welsh Government press office on 029 2082 1823
The full Programme of Government can be found at:
http://wales.gov.uk/programmeforgovernment 

An opportunity for young people to have their say

Rhyl City Strategy is looking to have input from young people about employment, training and skills issues affecting them.

They are looking for young people aged 16 - 25yrs old and particularly those from West and South West Rhyl, but not exclusively those areas.  As we want participation to be meaningful we are looking to the young people to help shape their involvement, so an initial space for a meeting has been booked for 4.15pm - 5.30pm on Wednesday 12th October at the Apollo Cinema in their new bar area overlooking the sea.

If you know any young people who would be interested please could you let me know or just encourage them to attend.  If transport is required Gerry Frobisher and Suzanne Bradley are able to assist with this and can arrange pick up points.  Should this be required, please can you contact them directly.

Gerry@dvsc.co.uk or suzanne@dvsc.co.uk

It would be great to see young people able to make the difference.

Internet safety Training

Denbighshire County Council are holding a training session on Internet Safety for Children, it is aimed at anyone working with children and families including childminders and childcare staff.

 

The training day will cover the following issues:

• How young people use the internet, how they communicate and what are the dangers. Sharing concerns. Overview of the work of CEOP's.
• File sharing, social networking, cyber bullying, risks and dangers.
• Overview of legislation that covers this arena.
• Online "pay to view sites".
• Female offenders.
• Emerging Technologies.

There will be opportunity to ask questions and developing understanding of the technologies currently being used.

Date: 29th September 2011.

Time: 9.30am - 4.30pm.

Venue: Oaktree Centre, Fforydd Las, Rhyl, LL18 2DY.

Closing date: 23rd September 2011.

(Maximum of 25 candidates).

Please send names of those who wish to attend to:

oaktree@denbighshire.gov.uk

c/o Oaktree Centre, Fforydd Las, Rhyl, Denbighshire, LL18 2DY.

Telephone: 01745 360129.

DVSC September Newsletter

Denbighshire Voluntary Services Council have released their September Newsletter, containing plenty of volunteering opportunities.

To view the full newsletter please click here.

Ladder of Life - Free Training Session

Ladder of Life are holding free training taster session available to anyone over 16 living in Denbighshire who is economically inactive (unfortunately we are unable to cater for people claiming JSA or ESA).

The free administration session will take place on Wednesday 21st September 10am - 12pm.

Venue - John Davies Community Facility, 82 Marsh Road, Rhyl.

There will be a presentation on -

• Qualities of an administrator
• Working conditions
• Skills needed
• Minute taking
• Communication
• Diary systems
• Plan and manage your workload

Ideal for those who would like to pursue admin as a career, residents associations, school leavers etc.

To reserve your place please contact Helen Kemp on 01745 332528 or  helen.lolproject@fsmail.net.

Ladder of Life - Free Taster Session

Ladder of Life are holding free training taster sessions, available to anyone over 16 living in Denbighshire who is economically inactive (unfortunately we are unable to cater for people claiming JSA or ESA).

Venue -  John Davies Facility, Marsh Road, Rhyl.

There will be an 'Introduction to Computers' session is on 21st September at 1:30pm – 4:30pm.


The course will include:

• Basic introduction to computers.
• Using the mouse and keyboard.
• Opening and closing files.
• Saving information to the computer.
• How to access and use the BBC ‘first click’ materials.

For more details please contact Helen Kemp on 01745 332528 or helen.lolproject@fsmail.net