News & Developments

Chris made a significant contribution to local groups within the High Peak including High Peak CVS. Chris had the unique ability to get to the nub of an issue, cut through to what is important and succinctly lay out the way forward. He was always dedicated, responsive, supportive and jovial. When he passed away, the High Peak voluntary sector lost one of its strongest advocates and supporters.

Through this award, High Peak CVS wants to celebrate and commemorate not only Chris’s contribution, but also his insight into the potential of voluntary activity for personal and community growth.  

The award will offer local groups the opportunity to raise their profile and gain recognition for the work they do. Our key assessment criteria will be around acknowledging your achievements and progress. Examples of the types of changes we are looking for maybe around revitalising your group, attracting new members, attracting new funding, developing a new project and or making a significant impact in your local community.  

Please note we will give priority to voluntary led community groups making a local impact with limited resources. 

You can apply on behalf of your group, you can be nominated by or nominate another group. A small panel will make the decision. 

High Peak CVS will present the Award, a commemorative plaque, framed certificate and cheque for £100 for the group, at its Annual General Meeting in October. The Award is open to all groups, however small or large, newly formed or long established and we encourage everyone to apply.  There is a simple application form which groups are asked to complete and return to: Jane Corke, High Peak CVS, Dunbar House, 105 Buxton Road, Whaley Bridge, High Peak SK23 7HX 

Email:  jane@highpeakcvs.org.uk Tel: 01663 735350

Closing date for applications is Wednesday 10 October 2018

Blythe House Hospice in partnership with Macmillan Cancer Care is introducing an exciting and innovative project that provides a unique opportunity to volunteer in the community.  Share your skills and learn new ones as you are trained to be one of the first to volunteer alongside their Hospice at Home team of professionals, helping care for patients who wish to be supported in the comfort of their own home.  

To find out more Blythe House Hospice invites you to an Open Day on Friday 17 August 2018.  Breakfast from 7:30 am – 9:00 am. and Coffee from 10:30 am – 12:30 pm. Or call 01298 815388 and speak to Vicci or Julie.

www.blythehousehospice.co.uk

They want to find out what works well, and where things could be improved, so that patients can be part of the design and delivery of services to meet their needs.

The closing date is Sunday 2 September 2018.

Individuals who complete the survey can enter our prize draw for a £30.00 Marks & Spencer gift voucher.

www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/cataract-survey.

There will be light refreshments (teas, coffees, juice, biscuits and cake) from 12.45pm. 

Further details to follow in due course regarding speaker etc, check our website for details.

As part of the Future in Mind project High Peak CVS is offering a second free introductory workshop for voluntary organisations, community groups and clubs working with 5 -18 year olds. 

This session will increase your awareness and understanding of child and adolescent mental health and help you to become more aware of early signs of distress in young people that you are working with.

Trainer: Debra Nash (Dip. Couns. Registered member MBACP)

The workshop will cover:

• Mental health: protective factors and risk factors
• Societal influences/lifestyles and the pressures they bring
• Common mental health problems in children and young people
• Spotting the signs of deteriorating mental health
• Supporting children and young people at risk of deteriorating mental health
• Where to go for help

For general enquiries about the course  or to book a place on the workshop, contact us at  High Peak CVS on 01663 735350 or email nigel@highpeakcvs.org.uk”

Lip Reading & Support with Hearing Loss – Starts Friday 3 August 9.30am 

Sewing (for Basic repairs and for fun) – Starts Friday 14 September 12.30pm

Gardening (Outdoors) – Starts Friday 14 September at 10am

The Bright Side courses are normally 12 hours long, spread over several weeks. They deliver a rich variety of practical and hands on skills, such as outdoor and creative activities, cookery and relaxation, all in a friendly setting.

Contact Rachel Harman at New Mills Adult Education Centre on 01629 535 020 or Email rachel.harman@derbyshire.gov.uk

When you care for a vulnerable person, such as someone living with dementia or autism, you may need extra safeguarding in place. A locking cooker valve can help someone stay safe in their own home. The valve can easily be turned off and on and locked by the carer, enabling the person you care for to continue to use their gas cooker safely. When the valve is locked, the gas supply is isolated which means if the cooker is unintentionally turned on or left on when you are out of the room, there is no risk of gas escaping.

cadentgas.com/emergencies-safety/safeguarding/locking-cooker-valves

Thursday 18 October 2018 12:30pm – 4:00pm at St Thomas Centre, Chatsworth Road Brampton Chesterfield S40 3AW.  

Public welcome.  Places need to be booked due to the provision of a traditional afternoon tea.

healthwatchderbyshire.co.uk

Now in its second year, the Groundwork Community Awards honour the small local community groups making a big difference to everyone’s quality of life where they live but often get little recognition and support.

The awards are simple to enter via an online system where community groups can highlight their own achievements – or can be nominated to receive an award in one of 10 categories that reflect the huge diversity of projects and services being delivered by community volunteers.  

Shortlisted projects will also be entered into a special People’s Choice Award, with the winner being chosen by a public vote.  

Nominate a community group by using the link:
www.groundwork.org.uk/Sites/communityawards/Pages/nominate-a-project-aw

• Best community group contribution to health and wellbeing
• Best community group contribution to environmental sustainability
• Best community group contribution to community cohesion
• Best community group contribution to education or employment
• Best community project on a social housing estate
• Best community partnership with business
• Best community garden or green space
• Community leader of the year
• Young community leader of the year
• Community group of the year – all round achievement award

The deadline for nominations is 22 July.  Shortlisted community groups will be invited to attend a national awards ceremony at the House of Commons on the evening of 19 November.  

Having originally booked 2 June and been cancelled, this is a further cancellation, . Apologies again to all stallholders, food providers and entertainers affected, who have been very understanding.

The painting competition at Buxton Junior School will still go ahead with prizes by Rymans, but the childrens' handwriting competitions have been cancelled.

The Summer Fair & Charity Bazaar Draw on 28 July will go ahead at a stall on Buxton Market, as generating income for good causes is an  important part of the Summer Fair. There are cash prizes totalling £250 and other prizes supplied by local organisations. Tickets are 50p fom any Buxton Rotarian, or at the market stall on the day.

Any enquires to buxtonrotary@gmail.com.