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She says: "Lots of my work colleagues, friends and family already understand, but perhaps it will help others see that just having a disability doesn't limit our motivation, determination and creativity etc – many of those characteristics most desirable in an employee.

At the end of the day, its better to make decisions based on real capabilities rather than sometimes vague concepts of "disability”: see the person, not the condition."

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• Do you work or volunteer in a role that brings you into contact with the public?

• Do you want to help people in Derbyshire who are  lonely or isolated?

• Are you part of a local group which supports  people who are lonely or isolated?

• Do you have an idea that could help reduce  loneliness or isolation in your area? 

As a Befriending Champion you will receive:

• Free training to give you the skills and knowledge to  become a Befriending Champion - lunch provided!

• The chance to be part of a network of other like-minded Befriending Champions

• Support to help you or people you help to develop  ideas for projects that reduce isolation and loneliness

• The chance to apply for a microgrant to make project  or activity ideas become a reality

• Other training opportunities – such as becoming a  Dementia Friend

To find out more about being a Befriending Champion and the microgrant scheme, please contact Richard Murrell, Befriending Champion Co-ordinator Tel: 01283 219761 Email: champions@sdcvs.org.uk

1. Check your indoor and outdoor Christmas lights conform to British Safety Standards.
2. Check the battery in your smoke alarms every week. Only working smoke alarms can save lives.
3. Decorations can burn easily.  Keep them away from heaters and lights.
4. Make sure you, your family and any visitors know what to do in an emergency and know your escape plan/route.
5. Never overload your electrical sockets.
6. Most fires start in the kitchen. Never leave cooking unattended.  The risk of accidents in the kitchen is greater after alcohol is consumed.
7. If you have an open fire, use a fire guard and do not store fuel next to the fire.
8. Take the time to check on elderly relatives and neighbours this Christmas. Check their smoke alarms as well as their general health and wellbeing.
9. Make sure cigarettes are completely extinguished before going to bed and never let ashtrays overflow.
10. Never place candles near your Christmas tree or furnishings. Battery powered candles are much safer.
11. Always switch Christmas lights off and unplug them before bed.
12. If planning to celebrate with fireworks - always follow the fireworks code.

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The Weston Charity Awards celebrate and support excellent charities working in the fields of Youth, Welfare and Community. This year, the awards will support 18 charities across the North East, North West, Yorkshire and the Midlands.

Weston Award winners will receive £6,500 unrestricted grant funding alongside business mentoring support from capacity-building charity Pilotlight. The purpose of the award is to support ambitious charities personally and financially so you can achieve your goals.

For more information or to apply for the Weston Charity Awards 2017, please visit www.westoncharityawards.org or call us on 020 7283 7022. Applications open on Monday 5 December 2016 and close on Friday 13 January 2017.

The cafe makes a real difference to residents in the community.

They do have some reserves who can be called on when helpers can't attend, but need another permanent person to make the rota work. 

If you or anyone you know can help with this commitment phone 01663 744764 or email susanne.lomas@gmail.com 

Do you struggle with poor Mental Health resulting in isolation and low self-esteem?

Do you live in the High Peak and Derbyshire Dales area?

The above event is funded by CCG Mental Health Commissioners and will highlight Self-Help groups available to you and your families and carers.

All are welcome to attend the Event! If you are coming please contact Tim Westwood 01629 733915 or Julie Dadson on 01298 72965. Assistance with travel to the Event may be available.