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Voluntary and Community Sector Covid-19 Updates
You can catch up on all the Voluntary and Community Sector Covid-19 Updates here.
read moreSign up to Cornwall’s COVID-19 emergency response newsletter
We are producing a regular bulletin with Cornwall Council with COVID-19 response updates, information and resources for you, sign up here https://bit.ly/2w5ctN3
read moreFunding 14 August
Funding update – CRCC’s wellbeig community grants, for children with special needs, the environment, social enterprises, BAME-led groups, the arts and heritage, literacy & employment skills, and news about VAT on digital advertising.
read moreSummer activities for families
For a list of free or low-cost activities to do this summer, visit @TFFCornwall or click here & download their free booklet. Families living in Cornwall can apply for funding. Get outside and meet new people.
read moreSailing adventure for key workers
Nominate your favourite key worker (NHS and others) for a ‘thank you’ event, sailing in the Carrick Roads on the Sea Sanctuary’s yacht Winter. Who will you put forward?
read moreFace mask exemptions, including rape survivors
How do you cope with a face mask when it triggers PTSD from a traumatic experience? See what the guidance says, get an exemption card, and find some coping strategies.
read moreHouse of Lords Universal Credit review
A House of Lords Committee has conducted a full review of Universal Credit, and made comprehensive recommendations for change. Find out more here – and we await with interest to see whether any are implemented.
read moreAlliance agreements – updated
How can the VCSE sector in Cornwall capitalise on the wonderful collaboration and innovation that has taken place during the crisis? Cornwall VSF is working on plans to create alliances, both geographic and thematic. Where could you fit in?
read moreOnline toolkits for parents, and young people, around managing isolation
Managing your emotions is hard, but for a teen, during lockdown it can be almost impossible! Khulisa has produced a range of resources for young people, and parents, around coping during lockdown.
read moreLondon Marathon announcement
The London Marathon, postponed from April will take place in October as an elite race, with other runners urged to take part where they live. Keep up to date with what this means for charities.
read moreTwo health surveys
Please complete these surveys, if applicable, and share. NHS Kernow is finding out about people’s experiences of GP & pharmacy services during the pandemic, and National Voices wants to hear about long term health conditions & mental health.
read moreAlternative formats for ‘dial 111’ information
Promoting ‘Dial 111 for urgent care that’s not life threatening’ messages – films now available in British Sign Language, and Easy Read for people with learning disabilities. Please share!
read moreFunding 6 August
Funding with short deadlines for community led organisations, challenging discrimination, fighting poverty and promoting human rights, Heritage organisations, and Arts for mental health. Plus health charities and energy advice. Plus news around SME grants, and a funding call for start-up business training/support.
read moreAdult Mental Health Strategy launched
The 2020-2025 strategy for Mental Health has just been published by Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly Health and Care Partnership. Find out what they are aiming to achieve, and how they plan to do it.
read moreBurnout in the Voluntary Sector
Burnout in the voluntary sector is increasing, as people have been in ‘crisis mode’ for so long. Make sure you take time out for your own mental health and check on your colleagues. Click here for more resources.
read moreCharities and what lies ahead
The Government held an inquiry into the funding challenges faced by the charity sector at this time – see the findings, and the Government’s response to them, with commentary from the Local Government Information Unit.
read moreTransparent face masks
Hearing loss and face masks aren’t a good combination – find out where you can purchase transparent masks, and the other steps that are being taken to help ensure people with hearing loss are not left isolated.
read moreNHS Kernow launches COVID-19 children and young people health and care survey
NHS Kernow has launched a survey to explore young people’s experiences of health and care online during the pandemic. Please share with anyone who could participate – young people up to age 18, or to age 25 with special education needs, who has accessed these services.
read moreFREE trees for schools and environmental pages
Fight climate change by planting trees – and get hold of trees and funding for tree-planting via a helpful list provided by Cornwall Council.
read moreOur Safeguarding Children Partnership for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly – annual report
Find out more about the Our Safeguarding Children Partnership for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly – annual report newly published.
read moreCampaign to raise Gift Aid
Add your voice to a campaign calling for a temporary rise in the gift aid amount, to 33%, to benefit charities as they struggle to operate at this time. #GiftAid
read moreNews updates around children and young people
Children and young people news round-up – free school meals scheme to be expanded, Obesity strategy announced, new special school for Cornwall, risk of a ‘lost generation of teens’ and Smart Savings project supporting families in Cornwall.
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