“Rethink Your Drink” Safety Campaign

Posted on August 23, 2019

Forth Valley Alcohol and Drug Partnership (FVADP) are running a “Rethink Your Drink” late summer safety campaign.

The campaign focuses on how to stay safe when drinking throughout the warmer months, including reminding people:

that there is no “safe limit” when drinking alcohol
to stay hydrated and drink plenty of water
to check if and how alcohol affects prescribed and over the counter medications
to have alcohol-free days

For further information, including support services, please view the campaign poster.

Falkirk Funders Fayre 2020 Spotlight: THINK Consulting Solutions

With less than 8 WEEKS until Falkirk Funders Fayre 2020, we thought we’d highlight this year’s exhibitors, starting with the leaders of our afternoon’s now SOLD OUT presentation, THINK Consulting Solutions. THINK and all our other exhibitors will be available to speak with at the event, taking place on Tuesday 10th March, 10am – 2pm at the Bowhouse Community Centre, 130 Bowhouse Road, Grangemouth, FK3 0EU. Tickets are free and can be booked through the Eventbrite page.

Social Security Scotland Client Support Adviser Vacancies

Social Security Scotland is currently recruiting a number of Client Support Advisers across Scotland, including one based in Falkirk. The position is 37 hours per week, with a salary of £25,367 – £28,341 per annum. Applicants must have a minimum of 3 Highers or equivalent qualifications, and should be able to work independently, with excellent interpersonal skills. A full UK driver’s licence and use of a car is essential, due to extensive daily travel. The deadline for applications is midnight on Tuesday 4th February.

Penumbra ARBD Service Support Manager Vacancy

Penumbra is currently recruiting a Support Manager for their alcohol-related brain damage (ARBD) service. The position is 37.5 hours per week, with a salary of £30,534 – £32,909 per annum, based in Glasgow. Applicants should have an understanding of ARBD, experience of partnership working and of management, with an SVQ 3 or 4 in Health and Social Care, or equivalents. The deadline for applications is 12pm on Wednesday 29th January.

“Volunteering – An Opportunity For Everyone!” Free Event

The Scottish Commission for Learning Disability (SCLD) is holding a free event, “Volunteering – An Opportunity for Everyone!”, which aims to recognise volunteering of people with learning disabilities, and discuss ways to make volunteering more inclusive for everyone. The event takes place on Thursday 19th March, 12pm – 3pm, at Project Ability, 103 Trongate, Glasgow, G1 5HD, and will also look at exploring further opportunities. Attendees will hear from volunteers with learning disabilities, who will talk about their experiences.

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