News & Developments

Alongside the already launched Primary Care Access Service (PCAS) this will provide an enhanced offer for people with a condition that needs prompt medical help to avoid it deteriorating, but is not life-threatening. 

Following the consultation and analysis of a range of information – including feedback from the public and patients – a decision was made in March 2018 by the Tameside & Glossop Strategic Commissioning Board to proceed with Option 2 which included a new Urgent Treatment Centre (UTC). 

www.tamesideandglossopccg.org/local-services/urgent-treatment-(incl-walk-in)

Have fun in getting fit. Classes are FREE! One to one support can be given upon request.

www.deafinitelywomen.org.uk/event/dance-your-way-to-fitness/

The group is for people who are suffering the effects of bereavement, who may benefit from some support from others in the same boat - over tea and biscuits. 

The meetings are safe, friendly, welcoming and confidential. They offer a chance to share experiences and feelings, to swap useful information and, above all, to be there for each other. 

Contact Liz Fletcher (High Peak Community& Voluntary Support) 01663 736426 or Helen Sharples (Tameside & Glossop Integrated Care NHS) 07323 315709.

Applications are open for 2019 until 6 May.

www.keepbritaintidy.org/news/got-what-it-takes-be-litterheroes-ambassador

The Be Cancer Safe project has come to an end and the team would like to thank you for your support over the last year. There are over 4000 champions helping to spread important messages about early signs of cancer and over 170 organisations on board.

They want you to take the campaign forward and have uploaded resources on our website to help you.

www.becancersafe-nd.org/cancer-awareness-resources

By winning the 'Peoples Projects', they can get some of their volunteers/service users back into regular work, through setting up a Garden Maintenance Team.  

You will need to choose Rhubarb Farm and then confirm your vote via email – this needs to be done by 12pm on 15 April 2019.

www.thepeoplesprojects.org.uk/projects/view/rhubarb-farm-changing-lives

Tickets will be available to purchase from all local primary and secondary schools, and New Mills FC,  priced at £3 under 16s – £5 Adult. 

• Live Bands inc Blank Cheque
• Charity Football Match
• Food inc Bull Shed catering
• Make believe glitter and much more…

www.facebook.com/events/new-mills-afc/family-fun-day/511874235945838/

Morning - presentation / Afternoon - cookery. Trainer: Yvonne Cobb -Director/teacher of Yumma Food, Food Vlogger and BBC See Hear Presenter.  Refreshments, BSL interpreters, electronic notetakers and loop system are available on the day.

Coming soon ‘How to use Communication Support Services’ on 17 April.

www.deafinitelywomen.org.uk/events-workshops/

By dorothy’s dear friends Janet & Richard Simpson, professional classical musicians.

Saturday 13 April at 7pm in St James’ church, Taxal, Whaley Bridge

Tickets: £5, including refreshments. For tickets please phone Jim on 01663 733224 or Beryl on 01663 732612.

Ilkeston Team 3 starting on Monday 8 April 2019 - Taster Day on Wed 3 April

Chesterfield Team 1 starting on Tuesday 28 May 2019 - Taster Day on Tue 21 May 

Location and contact details:

• Derby City: Rikki Chamberlain, Team Leader – 07958005988  
• Ilkeston: Jane Sandall, Team Leader – 07825380623
• Chesterfield: Ashleigh Shearsby, Team Leader – 07858300247   

They would be happy to give a talk and meet with clients / staff / young people if you think that would be useful for those that would benefit from it.