• 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 likeminded 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

The next Befriending Champions Training Sessions will be held in:

• Chesterfield on Tuesday 24th January 2017
• Swadlincote on Wednesday 25th January 2017
• Ashbourne on Tuesday 31st January 2017 and
• Whaley Bridge on Wednesday 8th February 2017.

All sessions run from 9.30am until 3.15pm

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

A professional office team provides practical support and advice by helping volunteers to choose shows, and by co-ordinating the bookings, subsidising performances and helping them to attract an audience. The scheme is made possible by funding from local authorities and the Arts Council England but happens because of an investment of time, enthusiasm and commitment by local volunteers and their communities.

If you live in Derbyshire, are part of a voluntary group and have access to a venue and would like to know more about being a Live and Local promoter then contact the local Fieldworker France Newbury at: frances@liveandlocal.org.uk   or mob. 07971354610 (Mon, Tues and Fridays) or contact the Live and Local head office on 01926 402173 or email:   admin@liveandlocal.org.uk

www.liveandlocal.org.uk/AboutLiveAndLocal.htm

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To make referrals please ring 08000 198 668. If you require more information please contact 01246 540464

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.

www.derbys-fire.gov.uk/news/news-items/12-top-tips-for-staying-safe-this-christmas/

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