COVID-19 Online Resources

Posted on March 18, 2020

Please find below a series of online resources available during the current COVID-19 situation.

Falkirk Community and Third Sector Responses

Our team at CVS Falkirk is working with our sector and local partners to establish exactly how we can support our local communities during this time.

We have set up an online TapaTalk group to discuss third sector responses and offers for help, which anyone can join and feed into.

To join, or for further information, please visit the TapaTalk page.

Alternatively, contact Scott Malcolm by email: Scott.Malcolm@cvsfalkirk.org.uk

COVID-19 advice for UK employers from CIPD

The Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development (CIPD) has released guidance for HR professionals, in respect of dealing with employee issues during the current COVID-19 situation.

CIPD is the professional body for HR in the UK; with this guidance, they aim to provide pragmatic answers to questions from employers, businesses, organisations and networks.

To view or download the guidance, please visit the CVS Falkirk website.

Health Protection Scotland COVID-19 Guidance

As in last week’s e-bulletin, Health Protection Scotland and NHS National Services Scotland have released a series of guidance documents, including for use in non-healthcare settings.

The documents are available to view or download on the Health Protection Scotland website, and will be updated as and when required depending on the situation.

Guidance is also available for those travelling, educational facilities and the general public, amongst others, on the main COVID-19 page, which includes background on the virus, travel advice, and risk areas.

For further information, please visit the Health Protection Scotland website.

CVS Falkirk will continue to promote available guidance and support throughout the situation; please continue to monitor our online channels for further information:

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FDAMH Initial Assessment Officer Vacancy

Falkirk and District Association (FDAMH) is currently recruiting a Initial Assessment Officer for their Immediate Help Service. The position is 21 hours (3 days) per week, with a salary £25,000 – £28,000 per annum dependent on experience (pro rata), and a fixed term contract of one year. They are seeking applications from people with a formal qualification in mental health, social work, counselling or equivalent, with demonstrable experience in conducting person centred, holistic mental health and wellbeing assessments. The deadline for applications is 12pm on Friday 13th August.

Social Enterprise Intermediary Body Survey Closing This Sunday

Scottish Government’s online survey on a single intermediary for social enterprises in Scotland closes THIS SUNDAY at 11pm! The survey is part of their research into what Scottish social enterprises are looking for from an intermediary body, along with interviews of other intermediaries and strategic partners. The survey should take approximately 15 minutes to complete, and should only be completed once per organisation.

California Community Hub: Youth Group Volunteers and Meeting

California Community Hub has recently been in talks with Falkirk Council about starting a youth club in their building. As a result, Falkirk Council has agreed to supply a paid member of staff for the club, and the Hub is now looking for volunteers to help out. The Hub has organised a meeting with Falkirk Council for anyone who is interested in volunteering, or learning more, taking place on Tuesday 17th August from 7:15pm (after Taekwondo class) at the Hub.

Community Ownership Fund: Round 1 Open

The UK government has launched the new £150 million Community Ownership Fund to help communities across the UK take ownership of assets and amenities at risk of closure. The fund will run for 4 years, and may support the purchase and/or renovation costs of these assets and amenities. Eligible voluntary and community organisations can bid for match funding. Proposals will need to prove the value of the asset to local people, and that the asset can run sustainably for the long term benefit of the community. The deadline for Round 1 proposals is Friday 13th August.