Community Care and Health Forum: First Meeting of 2017

Posted on January 27, 2017

The first Community Care & Health Forum meeting of 2017 will take place on Tuesday 7^th February, 10am – 12pm at Falkirk Fire Station, Westfield, Falkirk, FK2 9AH.

The forum will be joined by colleagues from Strathcarron Hospice to provide a partner update of the range of work that takes place at the hospice, and there will also be a discussion of training needs and potential opportunities through the Integration Joint Board.

The Community Care & Health Forum brings together representatives of Falkirk’s Third Sector with colleagues from the public and independent sectors to discuss key issues and areas of interest within health and social care. The forum seeks to provide the third sector with a stronger voice and greater representation in Community Planning.

For further information, please visit the dedicated Community Care & Health Forum webpage. Alternatively, contact David Gardener by phone: 01324 692010, or email: david@cvsfalkirk.org.uk

Free Surplus Paints Available

The Bell Group is looking to donate surplus paint to local communities and community groups. There is a variety of paint colours and types available. The tins have been part-used and the Bell Group is unable to guarantee volumes or exact shades. Donations are made on a first come, first served basis, as the surplus supply does not often last long. All paint must be collected by THIS FRIDAY 21st February.

LAST CHANCE: Inquiry into Adult Social Care in Scotland

There is now only THREE DAYS until the Scottish Parliament Health and Sport Committee’s Inquiry into Adult Social Care closes on Thursday 20th February. The inquiry explores the future delivery of social care in Scotland and what is required to meet future needs. The Committee wants to hear from people with lived experience of adult social care – either while receiving it themselves, or as a carer.

Penumbra Relief Recovery Worker Vacancies

Penumbra is currently recruiting Relief Recovery Workers. Relief Recovery Workers provide cover when required by the Support Manager, with a wage of £10.09 per hour (including holiday pay allowance), based in Falkirk, Glasgow, West Lothian, and Lanarkshire. Applicants should have experience of being in a supportive or caring role. The deadline for applications is Saturday 1st March.

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