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DoH recruiting new charities for alliance

by Hannah Danson | 26 Aug 2020 | Public sector, Sector news | 0 comments

The Department of Health and Social Care has invited charities to apply to join the Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) Health and Wellbeing Alliance. For more details, click here.

Extended consultation around Adult Social Care charging

by Hannah Danson | 24 Aug 2020 | Disability, Older people, Public sector | 0 comments

Cornwall Council is extending its consultation on the charging policy changes for Adult Social Care – now closing 11 November. Make sure you have your say – there are new dates for online consultation events.

Making space for Nature

by Hannah Danson | 21 Aug 2020 | Environment and nature, Public sector | 0 comments

Cornwall Council’s Making Space for Nature programme is bringing green to towns across Cornwall. Find out what’s happening near you.

House of Lords Universal Credit review

by Hannah Danson | 12 Aug 2020 | Public sector | 0 comments

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.

Charities and what lies ahead

by Hannah Danson | 5 Aug 2020 | Public sector, Sector news | 0 comments

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.

FREE trees for schools and environmental pages

by Hannah Danson | 31 Jul 2020 | Environment and nature, Public sector | 0 comments

Fight climate change by planting trees – and get hold of trees and funding for tree-planting via a helpful list provided by Cornwall Council.

Our Safeguarding Children Partnership for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly – annual report

by Hannah Danson | 31 Jul 2020 | Children and young people, Public sector | 0 comments

Find out more about the Our Safeguarding Children Partnership for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly – annual report newly published.

News updates around children and young people

by Hannah Danson | 30 Jul 2020 | Children and young people, Health care and wellbeing, Public sector | 0 comments

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.

Tiny Happy People

by Hannah Danson | 17 Jul 2020 | Children and young people, Public sector | 0 comments

Cornwall Council is partnering with the BBC in a new programme designed to help bridge the gap between midwifery services and school. Tiny Happy People includes extensive digital resources for parents and professionals.

Coronavirus Insight and Intelligence Newsletter

by Hannah Danson | 3 Jul 2020 | Funding and grants, Public sector | 0 comments

If you need statistics to help you plan, and write funding bids, Cornwall Council’s Intelligence Briefing newsletter might be just what you need – find out more and sign up.

Benefits sanctions resuming from today

by Hannah Danson | 1 Jul 2020 | Advice advocacy and legal, Public sector | 0 comments

Benefits sanctions are reinstated from today, for people who don’t fulfill their conditions around looking for work and attending meetings at their local jobcentre. Check support resources here.

Consultation on Cornwall Council Carers Strategy

by Hannah Danson | 1 Jul 2020 | Children and young people, Disability, Older people, Public sector | 0 comments

Cornwall Council has opened a consultation around their new Carers Strategy and service model. Please take part, if you’re a carer, and share it widely, so as many as possible can see it.

Business support grants and the voluntary sector

by Hannah Danson | 26 Jun 2020 | Funding and grants, Public sector | 0 comments

Charities have been asking Cornwall VSF about the grant funds available from Cornwall Council – find out the schemes, eligibility and the details of those still accepting applications.

Adult Social Care charging policy changes – new consultation

by Hannah Danson | 18 Jun 2020 | Health care and wellbeing, Public sector | 0 comments

Cornwall Council has opened a consultation on its Adult Social Care charging policy. A questionnaire is available, and online focus-group events are taking place, to share your views.

New way of organising health and care across the community during COVID-19

by Hannah Danson | 18 Jun 2020 | Health care and wellbeing, Public sector | 0 comments

A new way of organising health and care across the community has helped people in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly receive integrated, person-centred services since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Free online parenting courses from Cornwall Council

by Hannah Danson | 10 Jun 2020 | Children and young people, Health care and wellbeing, Public sector | 0 comments

Free parenting courses now available online, to support parents, grandparents and carers of children from birth up to the age of 18.

Psychological wellbeing leaflets

by Hannah Danson | 2 Jun 2020 | Health care and wellbeing, Public sector | 0 comments

Mental health support – New psychological support leaflets for adults are available, for those shielding, and in large print, with an Easy Read edition to follow.

Financial Advice for people facing difficulties

by Hannah Danson | 20 May 2020 | Advice advocacy and legal, Community support, Housing and related services, Public sector | 0 comments

A comprehensive resource for those working with people who are facing financial difficulties – debt, business support, working, benefits, budgeting and emergency grants.

disAbility Cornwall raises concerns around Government support of the most vulnerable

by Hannah Danson | 15 May 2020 | Disability, Equality and diversity, Public sector | 0 comments

disAbility Cornwall has carried out a survey around government support for the most vulnerable people in Cornwall – see their findings here

Find out the impact of Covid-19 on the voluntary sector

by Claire Watkins | 7 May 2020 | Health care and wellbeing, Public sector, Sector news | 0 comments

The DCMS Select Committee has published its report on the impact of Covid-19 on charities and voluntary organisations.

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