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SUMMARY:Brent HeatWise: Staying Safe\, Cool and Healthy This Summer
DESCRIPTION:Stay safe\, cool and healthy this summer. Join Brent HeatWise for practical advice\, wellbeing support and refreshments\n\n\nJoin us for Brent HeatWise\, a free community event focused on helping residents stay safe\, cool and healthy during hot weather. \nCome along to learn practical tips for keeping your home cool\, staying hydrated\, protecting your health\, and supporting family\, friends and neighbours during periods of extreme heat. \nThe event will include information\, activities\, health and wellbeing advice\, and an opportunity to meet local organisations and services. Light refreshments will be provided. \nEveryone is welcome
URL:https://cvsbrent.org.uk/events/brent-heatwise-staying-safe-cool-and-healthy-this-summer-2/
LOCATION:Brent Hub Community Enterprise Centre\, 6 Hillside\, London\, England\, NW10 8BN\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:VCSE Connect Forum
DESCRIPTION:Attend our quarterly networking event to learn about a new funding stream as well as funding opportunities for climate change projects\n\n\nJoin us for a two-part event with the first half dedicated to exploring climate change initiatives within Brent and understanding Brent Council’s ‘Cleaner and Greener Brent’ priorities. Designed for non-profit organisations\, community groups\, and residents who are passionate about making a positive environmental impact in their local area and would like to learn how they can access funding streams in support of their projects. \n \nThe second-half will be dedicated to the launch of the new South Kilburn (SK) Community Chest Fund 2025\, proudly funded by Vistry and collaborating with CVS Brent. This event marks the opening of a new grant aimed at empowering local community groups\, charitable organisations\, and residents to develop and deliver community-focused projects that enrich the lives of local people and enhance the surrounding area. \n \nKey Highlights: \nPart 1: \n\nClimate Change Initiatives in Brent: Learn about the various climate change projects and initiatives currently underway in Brent. Discover how these efforts are contributing to a more sustainable and resilient community.\nCleaner and Greener Brent Priorities: Gain insights into Brent Council’s ‘Cleaner and Greener Brent’ priorities\, which focus on creating a cleaner\, greener\, and more environmentally friendly borough. Understand the key objectives and strategies that are driving these priorities.\nAccessing Funding for Climate Change Projects: Find out how your non-profit organisation can access funding for climate change-related projects. We will discuss available grants\, application processes\, and tips for successful funding proposals.\n\nPart 2: \n\nFunding Priorities: The SK Community Chest Fund supports projects that promote financial wellbeing\, enhance community and green spaces\, amplify community voice\, expand youth activities\, and boost wellbeing initiatives.\nGrant Levels: Two grant levels are available – Micro Grants (up to £5\,000) for community events and ad hoc activities\, and Small Grants (£5\,001 – £10\,000) for longer-term projects.\nApplication Process: A streamlined\, single-stage application process with bid writing support and a diverse grant review panel ensures consistent and equitable decision-making.\nBid Writing Support: Learn how to access bid writing support and training tailored towards the application questions and guidelines for this grant\n\n \nIf you would like an opportunity to speak at this\, or any of our forthcoming events\, do not hesitate to get in touch by emailing: ibrahim.ansari@cvsbrent.org.uk
URL:https://cvsbrent.org.uk/events/vcse-connect-forum-3/
LOCATION:Brent Hub Community Enterprise Centre\, 6 Hillside\, London\, England\, NW10 8BN\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Brent Health Roadshow - Prostate Cancer Awareness
DESCRIPTION:Join CVS Brent’s Men’s Health Roadshow with NHS & Brent Public Health. Learn about prostate cancer\, enjoy entertainment & refreshments\n\n\nProstate cancer is the most common cancer in men. And if you’re over 50\, or you’re Black\, or you have a family history of the disease\, then your risk is even higher. \nBut the earlier you find it\, the easier it is to treat. \nJoin us for the CVS Brent Health Roadshow\, focusing on Men’s Health and Prostate Cancer Awareness. This event is organised in collaboration with NHS and Brent Public Health\, building on the success of last year’s event. Our host Patrick Burrows\, who is living with prostate cancer\, will share their personal journey and insights. \nThe roadshow is open to everyone and aims to raise awareness about prostate cancer and men’s health issues. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from healthcare professionals\, participate in informative sessions\, and access valuable resources. \nIn addition to the educational aspect\, there will be entertainment from Comedian Rudi Lickwood and Singer Michael Mendez. Refreshments will be provided\, making it a day of learning and enjoyment for all. \n \nIf you are interested in holding a stall (FREE OF CHARGE) at this event\, please contact ibrahim.ansari@cvsbrent.org.uk
URL:https://cvsbrent.org.uk/events/brent-health-roadshow-prostate-cancer-awareness/
LOCATION:Brent Hub Community Enterprise Centre\, 6 Hillside\, London\, England\, NW10 8BN\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Making Changes - Having an Impact
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to invite you to the launch of CVS Brent’s Community Champions and Health Inequalities Projects. \nWe look forward to welcoming you to this event and together\, making a positive impact in the lives of many. \nCVS Brent’s Community Champions Project\, supported by Macmillan Cancer Support\, aims to develop a better understanding of local cancer services ensuring they are appropriate and relevant to the diverse communities they serve. Early\, appropriate health services will help to build trust\, improve treatments and improve life chances of residents. \nThe Health Inequalities project marks the beginning of an innovative collaboration with the new Brent African Caribbean Alliance (BACA)\, and seeks to foster engagement strategies that strengthen minoritised community members\, enhancing their influence\, autonomy\, and their ability to effect change in health policy. \nVolunteers form the core of our new initiatives. We eagerly anticipate the chance to unveil these projects to you and unite in addressing the health challenges faced by minoritised communities in Brent and its neighbouring regions. \nOur launch will feature social commentator\, campaigner and cultural historian\, Professor Patrick Vernon MBE\, who has been honoured for his services to the reduction of health inequalities for ethnic minorities. \nThere are limited spots available\, so register today to secure your place. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://cvsbrent.org.uk/events/making-changes-having-an-impact/
LOCATION:Brent Hub Community Enterprise Centre\, 6 Hillside\, London\, England\, NW10 8BN\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:VCSE Connect Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the VCSE Connect Forum to discuss concerns in Brent as well as an opportunity to network with like-minded individuals\n\n\nThis forum is a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals\, share insights\, and explore new partnerships. \n \nRepresentatives from the local community\, charities\, social enterprises and faith-based organisations will attend and lead roundtable conversations on a range of topics including: \n \n1. Advice and Information – Raj Kapoor\, Citizens Advice Brent \n2. Brent Multi Faith Forum – Sadia Khanzada\, Brent Multi-Faith Forum \n3. Cultural Communities – Saulo De Araujo\, S Child Project and Dr Ethie Kong\, Brent Chinese Association \n4. Emergency Response – Kristine Wellington and Raki Kotak\, Brent Council \n5. Environment – Elaine Sheppard\, Brent Friends of the Earth \n6. Health/Cancer Awareness and Minoritised Communities – Patricia Wharton and Carmen Cameron\, CVS Brent \n7. Maternity Services & Women’s and Safety – Sarbjit Ganger\, Asian Women’s Resource Centre \n8. Brent Mental health Partnership – Anne-Marie Morris\, Brent Carers Centre \n9. Older People – Jon Cuming-Higgs\, Elders Voice \n10. Premises – Ben Gordon\, W.I.S.E & Zeenat Jeewa\, APDA \n11. Young people – Zachary Williams\, Young Brent Foundation \n \nAgenda can be found below
URL:https://cvsbrent.org.uk/events/vcse-connect-forum/
LOCATION:Brent Hub Community Enterprise Centre\, 6 Hillside\, London\, England\, NW10 8BN\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Safeguarding Adult Awareness 2024
DESCRIPTION:Learn the crucial elements of safeguarding adults in this In-Person event\, covering all the essentials you need to know!\n\n\nSafeguarding Adult Awareness \nSafeguarding is everybody’s responsibility. We need to consider service uses whilst in our direct contact and within the wider context in the community. By protecting an adult’s right to live in safety\, free from abuse and neglect we have to maintain professional curiosity using a strength-based approach in implementing the Care act. \n \nLearning Objectives \n1. Understand how to engage and promote respect within relationships. \n2. What your individual responsibilities are in helping to keep people safe. \n3. To recognise the signs and symptoms of an adult potentially at risk and in need of safeguarding. \n4. Be clear as to procedures for making an alert. \n \nLearning Outcomes: \n\nUnderstand the principles of the care act & how to implement these principles into their practice.\nBe able to name the types of abuse\nTo recognise the signs and symptoms and prevent abuse within their service.\n\n \nTrainer: Allison Rosenthal \nAllison Rosenthal Director of AJR Training Solutions has worked within the care sector for over 40 years. With a wealth of experience and a practical\, hands-on style of learning that participants find both engaging and fun. Energetic and with a passion for helping people to think critically about what they are doing and how to develop this further\, Creating stimulating and solution focused activities and programmes that are enjoyable\, memorable and able to bring about change.
URL:https://cvsbrent.org.uk/events/safeguarding-adult-awareness-2024/
LOCATION:Brent Hub Community Enterprise Centre\, 6 Hillside\, London\, England\, NW10 8BN\, United Kingdom
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