Spring 2011 Newsletter English

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Spring 2011Issue 87

Unit W5, Morfa Clwyd Business Centre, Marsh Road, Rhyl, LL18 2AFTel: 01745 331181 Email:[email protected]

Visitwww.carers.org/local/wales/denbighshire

NEWVOL operating as Denbighshire Voluntary Services Council Company limited by Guarantee 3132487

NEWCIS Funded by Flintshire and Denbighshire Local Authorities and Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

The Princess Royal Trust for Carers Network Member

Happy New Year!!

I hope that you all find this newsletter of interest andhopefully I will see you at one of the Carers Circles or training

days. As always if you require a lift to any of the circles/training etc please call meand I will be happy to pick you up or arrange transport for you.

You will all find enclosed our annual questionnaire; we would greatly appreciate it ifyou could take the time to fill it in and return it to us in the free post envelope that

is also enclosed. We use this questionnaire to improve our service to you the carers.We really do appreciate your feed back.

NEWCIS is a service that is provided for you as Carers so if there are any topics,

courses, ideas etc that you are interested in please let me know that also goes forthe carers circles I would like to hear of any ideas of things that you would like to

do at the circles or what you dont like!

As well as our annual questionnaire that is included within this issue of our

newsletter we also including a mini questionnaire regarding the carers circle

lunches. In the current financial climate we are having to look at our costs. We arevery keen to continue to provide our popular carers circles but would be grateful ifyou could fill in the questionnaire with your preference of how you would like us to

run our circles in the future, please put the completed form in the stamped addressenvelope provided. Thank you

Take care, CarolynCarers Fieldworker
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Please will you complete the booking form or call the office to book a place at

the Carers Circles as we need to have correct numbers when booking cafes,

restaurants and activities, Thank you.

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***Just a reminder!!! You are welcome to attend any of ourcarers circles, but NEWCIS is onlyable to pay for one lunch per carer up to the value of 5.00 in any one month. Sadly we will haveto ask for you to pay for your own lunch if you attend more than one carers circle in a month.***

*Rhyl Carers Circle2ND THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

10th March Lunch at Table Table, 12pm 2pm.

14th April Easter craft with tea and cake atTynewydd Community centre, 2pm 4pm.

12th May - Lunch at the Coronation Gardens Caf12pm 2pm

*Llangollen and Corwen Carers Circle

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THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

17th March Lunch at Gales Wine bar 12pm 2pm.

21st April Lunch at Gales Wine bar 12pm 2pm.

19th May - Lunch at Gales Wine bar 12pm 2pm.

*Prestatyn Carers Circle.4TH WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH

23th March Easter Craft with tea and cake atTy Pendre, 2pm 4pm.

27th April Ten Pin Bowling at the Ffrith Beach,2pm 4pm.

25th May Lunch at Celtica Green Caf, 12pm 2 m

*St Asaph Carers Circle

1ST

THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

3rd March Lunch at Jacobs Ladder 12pm 2pm

7th April Lunch at Jacobs Ladder 12pm 2pm

5th May Lunch at Jacobs Ladder 12pm 2pm

Carers and Cared for Circle South2ND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH

9th March Lunch at Caf R Ruthin, 12pm 2pm

13th April Lunch at Wild Pheasant Llangollen,12pm 2pm

11th May Lunch atBrook House Mill Denbigh,12pm 2pm

*Denbigh and Ruthin Carers Circle

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WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH

16th March Lunch at the Forum tea roomDenbigh, 12pm 2pm.

20th April Easter craft at DVSC in Ruthin withtea and cake, 2pm 4pm

18th May Pottery painting and pancakes atSpavens caf Ruthin, 2pm 4pm

Carers and Cared for Circle North4TH THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

24th March Lunch at Table Table 12pm 2pm.

28th April Lunch at Table Table 12pm 2pm

26th May Lunch at Table Table 12pm 2pm


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Carers Rights Day FRIDAY

3rd December 2010

We would like to thank everyone who braved the weather and came to support us.We would like to say a big THANK YOU to our volunteers Kelly Benton & Liz

Roberts who helped on the day and all the organisations that attended.

Have You Applied for

Grants available to you from the

Princess Royal Trust for Carers

Carers Relief Fund

Carers experiencing financial hardship can apply for up to 400 for equipment

which will have a direct and long term impact on their quality of life. Theequipment funded is often required to carry out the most basic of household

tasks and will alleviate elements of a carers role (e.g. washing machines, fridge

freezers and cookers). Costs relating to carer related transport needs (e.g.

hospital visits, GP appointments etc), both regular and one off are also eligible.

Carers Break Fund

Individual grants are available to assist with the costs of providing a range of

breaks for carers to combat the stress and isolation often caused by their caringrole. A maximum of 200 can be awarded to cover the costs of such activities as

pampering days/recreational or social outings, short breaks and holidays.

If you would like to apply for a grant then please writein to NEWCIS statingwhat you would like the grant for and how it would benefit you as a carer.Carolyn is available during the Tuesday morning drop in to help fill in forms etc.

ARE YOU REGISTERD

WITH YOUR GP AS A CARER?

Over the coming months we will be arranging free holistic treatments

through GP surgeries. You will need to be registered as a carer with your GP toreceive a holistic treatment. All information will be sent out from the GP

surgeries so why let them know so you dont miss out!!
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NEWCIS Coffee Morning

Need someone to chat to?

Just want a bit of advice and guidance?

Carolyn will be holding a drop in coffee morning every Tuesday in our training room atMorfa Clwyd Business Centre from 10:00am 11:30am.

More Volunteers Needed....Can you spare two hours a week to help others?OR

if you want help just turn up and ask for a Shopping Buddy!

The very successful Shopping Buddies scheme co-ordinated by Denbighshire VoluntaryServices Council, in partnership with Rhyl Sainsburys, has just celebrated its First Birthday.The scheme has been so successful more volunteers are needed to help shoppers onadditional days. The scheme currently operates at the Rhyl Sainsburys Store from 11am to1pm on Wednesdays and Fridays.

Many people are able and keen to go to the supermarket but may need assistance with someaspects of their shopping. Shopping Buddies are a team of VOLUNTEERS who accompanyand assist people during their visit to the supermarket so that they can do their own shopping.

Gerry Frobisher, Shopping Buddies Co-ordinator for Denbighshire Voluntary Services saidThe scheme has been running now for 13 months and we are helping shoppers everytime. Shopping Buddies help by carrying bags for the individual; pushing the trolley;reaching for items on high or low shelves; bending into freezers; and assisting withreading labels. Shoppers who may feel daunted by the prospect of visiting thesupermarket, can rest assured in the knowledge of knowing that there will be someonewith them to lend a hand. The last shopper must request one of our volunteer ShoppingBuddies prior to 12.30pm.

Gerry Frobisher added Its really great news, just how well the scheme has been acceptedby both staff and shoppers. The uptake has been so good and very worth while. We wantto open the scheme up to more days so please contact us at DVSC if you would like to bea volunteer Shopping Buddy for just 2 hours a week.

If anyone is interested in becoming a Shopping Buddy or would like further information about

the Shopping Buddies Scheme call Gaynor Jones on 01824 702441 or Gerry Frobisher on01745 369973, or call at the Customer Service Counter at Rhyl Sainsburys.

SHOPPING BUDDIES


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ARE YOU A PARENTOR CARER FOR SOMEONE WITHA LEARNING DISABILITY?

Please join us for an informallunch and chat with like minded

people, book early to avoiddisappointment

Friday 4th March, 12 2pm at theNaylor Leyland Centre, Ruthin

Tuesday 5th April, 12 2pm at theCorwen Healthy Living Centre

Contact Alan orJackie at Denbighshire Learning

Disability Forum on01824 709315

DONT FORGET YOURFLU JABS CONTACT YOUR

LOCAL SURGERY FOR DATESAND TIMES

If you have any problems receivingyour flu vaccination please contactNEWCIS

First Aid CourseNEWCIS will be holding its next firstaid course on Monday 21st March,

10am 3pm at the DVSC, NaylorLeyland Centre, Well Street, Ruthin.A free buffet lunch will be provided.

Please complete the booking sheet toreserve your space.

Healthcare Matters is a family business based inbased in Wrexham, covering all of North Wales aswell as much of Cheshire and Shropshire.

We provide sales, service and training to nursing

homes, hospices, hospitals and the general public.As well as being an official dealer for a number ofhighly regarded manufacturers of healthcareproducts, mobility aids and specialist seating.

Healthcare Matters also offers a wide range ofother services including Servicing/Repair, Rentaland Decontamination.

Our fully trained and friendly staff offer qualityproducts at competitive prices. We pride ourselveson the service we offer.This company has come highly recommended byone of NEWCIS carers.

BASIC COMPUTERTRAINING

The office will be open for

basic computer training EVERYTuesday afternoon from 1pm

3pm.If there is any kind of training

you specifically want please letus know and we will do our best

to help.Why not pop along and see

what you can learn. Laptops

available for loan(no charge)

Part of New Work Connections
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UPDATE ON LIFESKILLS PROJECT

The Launch of this project took place at Rhyl Pavillion on 27th

January. It was well attended with over 50

delegates, and lots of interest from local councillors, other voluntary organisations and statutory

organisations within Denbighshire. Chris Ruane MP opened the event which was chaired by Beth Taylor

NEWCIS Chair. A number of Carers who are already signed up to the Project showed their support onthe day. We would like to thank them for sharing their stories and hopefully this will help the

organisations present to identify future clients who could also benefit from this project.

We currently have 20 Carers/Former Carers who are signed up to this exciting new project. A number

have taken up volunteering opportunities with various organisations and others are embarking on

courses to gain new skills.

North East Wales Carers Information Service (NEWCIS) & Action for Children (AFC) have been funded by

the Big Lottery & WEFO to work with Carers & Former Carers across Denbighshire to help them develop

the skills they need to get back into training, work or volunteering & also to provide some valuable Life

Skills e.g. money management & healthy eating.

Would you like one to one and ongoing support from a personal mentor? Our mentors Iona & Kealie

are now looking for Carers & Former Carers who are currently not in education, employment or

training to take part in this project! For further details please contact:

NEWCIS (aged 25 and over) Iona Crompton & Kealie Jones on 01745 331181

Action For Children (16-24 year olds) Lorna Fenwick on 01745 331222

What is the looking after me course?Its one of the Expert Patients free courses for adults who care for someone living

with a long-term health condition or disability.

The course is about making some time to look after your own health needs.

It aims to help you take more control of your situation and make a difference tothe quality of your life.

During the course they will look at: Relaxation techniques, dealing with tiredness,

exercise, healthy eating, coping with depression and planning for the future.

It starts Wednesday 22nd June 2011 and then every Wednesday after for 6 weeksfrom 10.30am till 1.30pm. It will be in the DVSC, Naylor Leyland Centre, Well

Street, Ruthin.

If you would like to attend this course then please complete the booking form or

phone the NEWCIS office.


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Holistic Drop in

Dont forget to book your session with our lovelyHolistic Therapist Johanna these are the last dates we have funding for, spaces are

limited and taken up quickly, so dont delay booking it.

March 3rd, 17th & 31st

Available to residents of Rhyl town only.

We meet on the first Saturday of the month at Kings Hall, Kings Avenue, Prestatyn at2.30p.m.

We offer advice, support and a friendly atmosphere. We have guest speakers on awide variety of subjects, all very entertaining. We also have outings and dinners etc.Lots of fun!To find out more please phone either:

Denis: 01745 856739 or Irene: 01745 591843

Energy Best Deal Awareness Session

An estimated around 6 million people in the UK are living in fuel poverty thatmeans they spend more than 10% of their total income on fuel.

Energy Best Deals is a fun, informative and VERY timely session that helps peopleunderstand how to access cheaper deals on their fuel bills, how to compare andswitch energy providers, understand about social tariffs, grant schemes and schemes

to help those who are struggling with utility bill arrears.

Funded by Ofgem and Citizens Advice it is entirely impartial and seeks only to raiseconsumer awareness and access to schemes that can help them pay less for theirutility bills.

NEWCIS have arranged a talk from them on:Tuesday 29th March 10:30am 12:00pmat the NEWCIS offices Marsh Road Rhyl.

Please call the office to book or complete the booking form.


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Could the new Carers Credit help you?

The Carers Credit protects carers pensions to make sure when they reachretirement they dont face a reduced State pension.

In order to qualify for the new Carers Credit carers must be aged 18-64 and caringfor 20 hours a week for someone who gets Disability Living Allowance or AttendanceAllowance. If the person they care for does not get either of these benefits the carerwould need a health or social care professional to confirm the care they provide isappropriate.

There are a number of groups of carers who may benefit. These include carers whoare missing out on Carers Allowance because they:

dont care for 35 hours or more per weeklook after someone who isnt claiming disability benefitscare for a disabled or ill person where someone else is claiming Carers

Allowance for looking after themlook after several people but dont care for just one of them for 35 hours or

morecare for a person who has gone into hospital or a care home and whose

disability benefits have therefore stopped

Carers who are claiming Jobseekers Allowance or Employment and SupportAllowance might also benefit from extra contributions to their pension if they claimCarers Credit.

How to apply?

Visitwww.direct.gov.uk/carerscreditfor an application pack or call the CarersAllowance Unit on 0845 608 4321.

MS Society Talk

Peter Wilkinson from the MS Society will be giving a talk about MS and about theSociety and what it does to support people with MS and their Carers.

The talk will be held at NEWCIS offices Marsh Road Rhyl on Tuesday 15th March at

10:30 finishing with tea and coffee. If you would like to attend please

complete the booking form or call the office to bookyour place.
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Advocacy Service for Older People

On December 8th we received the good news that DVSC had been successful in theirapplication to the Big Lottery, People and Places fund. 246,000 has been awardedto the Advocacy Service for Older People in Denbighshire based at DVSC for a threeyear period.

The project will fund the posts of the Senior Advocacy Officer who will be full-time, apart-time Outreach Advocacy Worker and a part-time Administrator, it will also fundinitially 4 drop in surgeries in Rhyl, Prestatyn, Denbigh and Llangollen in year 1 withfurther drop in surgeries in Corwen and Ruthin in year 2.

Volunteers will play an integral part of this project helping out in the drop-in surgeriesand visiting those being supported. The whole ethos of the project will be to reach outto those over 50 and living in the community, to provide advocacy support and

assistance, help to empower people in making decisions and support people throughdifficult processes.

Further meetings are to be held with the Big Lottery during the comingmonths to finalise details but it is anticipated that the project willstart in May this year. Further update on this service will be in the next newsletter.

Calling all Young Adult Carers

If you are a young adult carer or aworking carer and would like to comealong to a group in the evenings meetingup in a local restaurant or pub, please callCarolyn on 01745 331181 to register yourinterest.

This is something new to NEWCIS so weare going to see how many Carers areinterested in this and be in touch.

Free theatre seats for all carers!!!

The Pavilion theatre in Rhyl have agreed that all Carers whoaccompany the person that they care for to the Theatre will notbe charged for their seat.

John and Paul sat at a bus stopwhen a lorry with new rolled turfgoes by.

John turns to Paul and sayswhen I win the lottery Imgonna do that

Do what asks Paul.

John replies Send my grassaway to be cut.


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Communities First are based in the South West of Rhyl and have the

following available:Thursday lunch club at John Davies Community Facility, Marsh Road, Rhyl, 12 - 2pm

every week. Good food, great prices.

FREE Parent baby and toddler group every Friday 9.30am - 11.30am, same address

as above. Please ask for Jenny or Jo on arrival, Free breakfasts for your children!!

Gingerbread single parents group - every Friday 6-8pm at the above address.

Please ask for Margaret on arrival.

Cookery Class - 15th February,1st, 8th and 15th March, 10am - 2pm, 1 charge,please reserve your place, limited numbers only, contact us on 01745 332528, Fill

Your Tum Cafe, same address as above, please come in through the rear of the

building.

Kids Fun Club - every Saturday 10-4pm , for children and young adults with specific

needs - same address as above , please ask for Kevin on arrival.

Please pop along or call the office for more information.

South West Rhyl Communities First Telephone: 01745 332528

John Davies Community Facility Facsimile: 01745 36054782 Marsh Road Email:[email protected]

Rhyl Website:www.swrcf.org.ukDenbighshire

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Dont forget if there is

anything you would like to say,

comment on, joke, poems or

views please dont hesitate to

contact NEWCIS on:

01745 331181

orEmail:

[email protected]

Carers Allowance Talk..

Oliver Mawdsley will be givinga talk on Carers Allowanceand the Carers Credit and willbe available to answer anyquestions.

He will be at our NEWCISoffice on Tuesday 3rd May2011; the talk will start at

10.30am.
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CARERS WEEK

13th

19th

June 2011

A little way off yet but we are trying to get organised here in the office. We will be

arranging something for each day of Carers Week around Denbighshire but as well as all thatwe thought that a day trip would be a good idea.

We have provisionally booked a day trip to Erddig Hall in Wrexham, on Monday 13th June2011, pick up points will be:

Prestatyn/Rhyl/St Asaph/Denbigh/Ruthin/Llangollen

The first pick up point will be from Prestatyn at 10am and we will arrive at Erddig at approx.11:30am and leave Erddig at approx. 3:30pm

The cost of the trip will be 14pp this will include coach and entrance to the Hall and

gardens, if our funding application fails.There is a caf at the Hall or you can bring along a packed lunch.

We have sent off a funding application form to fund this trip so hopefully you will just have

to bring or pay for your lunch.

If you would be interested in coming along please can you complete the booking form or callthe office.

** Please note that the coach is not an adapted coach so is not wheelchair accessible**

My Life My Way Taster Day Thursday 9th June,10.30 am 3pm, Maes Emlyn, Rhyl

Do you sometimes feel that time is passing you by?

Do you feel you could do more?

Would you like to have more control over your life?

Would you like to have the confidence to just go out and do it?

Would you like to find the new you?

If the answer to these questions is YES then you should come and join us at My Life, My Way!

Find out how you, like others, can change your lifestyle for the better!

The next series of My Life, My Way exchanges are absolutely free and anyone over the age of50 is assured of a warm welcome.

Please complete the booking form or contact the office to book this.


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NEWCIS BOOKING FORM

Please complete the booking form and send back to NEWCIS or call

the office to book.

Name. Tel No...

If you would like to receive your newsletter and be sent other information bye-mail then please provide your e-mail address:

Circle Date Tick Date Tick Date Tick

St Asaph 3rd March 7th April 5th May

Cared For South 9th March 13th April 11th May

Rhyl 10th March 14th April 12th May

Denbigh & Ruthin 16th March 20th April 18th May

Llangollen 17th March 21st April 19th May

Prestatyn 23rd March 27th April 25th May

Cared For North 24th March 28th April 26th May

I am also interested in: (please tick)

First Aid Course : Looking After Me Course:

MS Society Talk Day trip to Erddig:

Carers Allowance Talk: My Life My way Taster:

Energy Deals Awareness Talk:

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