Globally there is thought to be poor understanding and a great deal of stigma surrounding dementia, so the work of World Alzheimer’s Month is vital and is growing and targeting the stigma and lack of understanding and knowledge surrounding Alzheimer’s disease and dementia as well as supporting those suffering with the disease.The month is an opportunity for individuals, businesses and charities to hold events and raise awareness in their communities of the effects of dementia. Participants can get campaign materials for their event from ADI, and anyone unable to arrange their own event but keen to take part, can find events run by their National Alzheimer’s Charity and participate in those. For more info click here
Community groups in H&F are being encouraged to apply for grants for schemes to help get more people cycling.
Transport for London’s Cycling Grants programme, now in its fourth year, helps groups who are traditionally under-represented in cycling, to get pedalling.
The scheme is managed by Groundwork London and this year has £240,000 available to help up to 30 groups deliver new cycling initiatives.
These can be anything from courses teaching basic cycle maintenance, to guided rides and more. Projects will receive up to £10,000 over three years.
Applications now open at www.cyclinggrants.london and close on 17 September.
You can read H&F Council’s cycling strategy here, which outlines our plans to make it easier and safer for more people to riding.
For more information about TfL’s cycling initiatives visit tfl.gov.uk/cycling.
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Our programme 2027, aims to bring community power into grantmaking through placing talented people from working-class backgrounds into decision-making roles at trusts and foundations.
We’ve had an overwhelmingly positive response to the programme from the grant-giving sector, and as a result we want to re-open our applications to ensure that as many people as possible can access this opportunity to diversify the voices in these organisations and to accelerate their own professional development.
The deadline for applications is 5th August. If you would like to enquire please email: craig@charity-works.co.uk
GP appointments outside hours of 8am-6.30pm may be changing. Have your say at this free NHS workshop on Tuesday 21 August 2018, 5.30pm – 7.30pm. Light refreshments provided.
You can register on Eventbrite or contact the CCG’s Primary Care Team if you need to make alternative arrangements to make your voice heard.
For full details click here.
Sometimes we have to take a step back and appreciate those who go above and beyond to make the world a better place.That’s exactly what the Social Change Awards are all about. For further information click here.
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If you’re a charity that works with under 18s and vulnerable adults you need to ensure that safeguarding principles and procedures are present in all you do.
Trustees play a pivotal role in steering charities in the right direction. Take a look at these top tips from our expert trainer on how to help your board function in the right way.
Family Support is here to help Hammersmith & Fulham children, young people and their families thrive. Our children’s centres are on hand, so mums, dads, carers and children can make new friends and enjoy play and learning experiences together.
If making ends meet is hard right now, foodbank vouchers are available to all families and you could also be eligible for fresh fruit and veg vouchers.
When times are tough, we are here to support you every step of the way.
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Sobus is a new Community Development Agency for Hammersmith & Fulham. It has been created through the merger of the Community and Voluntary Sector Association Hammersmith & Fulham (CaVSA) and the Fulham Community Partnership Trust (FCPT). Building on the strengths of both organisations, sobus aims to provide a wider range of support services for local charities, community groups, social enterprises and start up businesses.