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Norfolk Energy Switch - helping West Norfolk consumers make real savings on their electricity and gas bills

17 Apr, 2021by Steve NunnHousing, Knowledge Base, News Article, West Norfolk

Energy switching is not a new idea - but 50% of householders have not switched in the last three years. This means their supplier defaults them onto a ‘Standard Variable Tariff’, which typically is the most expensive. No-one should have to pay more than they need to. Collective energy switching uses the bargaining power of a large group of residents to get them a competitive offer. 

Join Our Team! Communications Officer Role

16 Apr, 2021by Tasha HigginsBreckland, Health and social care, Mental health, North Norfolk

We are looking for a Communications Officer to join our team.

You will work to promote our social isolation and loneliness services in the North Norfolk and Breckland District areas. You will work closely with colleagues to develop, manage and deliver an effective communications programme, promoting the service and other support available to individuals, assist the recruitment of volunteers and help raise awareness of the issues and impacts of loneliness and isolation.

Join Our Team! Social Isolation Support Coordinator Roles

16 Apr, 2021by Tasha HigginsBreckland, Health and social care, Mental health, North Norfolk

We are looking for two Social Isolation Support Coordinators to join our team.

You will work with individuals and organisations to reduce social isolation and loneliness in the North Norfolk and Breckland District areas.

Working closely with community organisations and our Life Connectors you will work with clients to help identify the best support option available to meet their needs. You will also be responsible for recruiting and managing a team of volunteers able to help those who are isolated.

Training: Things to consider when providing Telephone Befriending Support - 13th May (West Norfolk)

15 Apr, 2021by Clare FianderWest Norfolk

WN Telephone Befriending Training Session

A heart for the community – Connecting Bowthorpe

14 Apr, 2021by Steve NunnCase Study, Covid-19 VCSE Story, Mental health, News Article, Norwich, Volunteering

Connecting Bowthorpe is a collective of community volunteers from several organisations within Bowthorpe, all with extensive experience of community work and a real vision for the area, and with a long-term commitment to the residents of Bowthorpe. 

Training: Wellbeing and Resilience - 22nd April

12 Apr, 2021by Clare FianderMembers Events, Mental health, Training

This course enables attendees to take a closer look at their personal Wellbeing and improve their Resilience.

Healthwatch Norfolk’s new Community Conversation Hub

08 Apr, 2021by Steve NunnConsultation, Health and social care, Press Release

Healthwatch Norfolk has launched a new interactive platform as a new way for the public to have its say. 

NHS Complaints Advocacy – resolving concerns about medical treatment

07 Apr, 2021by Steve NunnHealth and social care, News Article

Even in less crisis-driven times the NHS deals with around 1 million patients every 36 hours, and we are all very much aware of the extra pressures brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.  Very occasionally however, something goes wrong and needs resolving. And it’s dealing with those rare instances that helps maintain the high standards of service within the NHS, which is where NHS Complaints Advocacy can help.

FREE 30-mins 1-to-1 advice for West Norfolk VCSE organisations - 14th April

01 Apr, 2021by Steve NunnConsultation, Information, advice and guidance, Members Events, Planning, doing and learning, Support for organisations and communities, West Norfolk

We are offering FREE 30-minute one-to-one advice slots for West Norfolk VCSE organisations on 14th April (a.m.)

Charities and political campaigning – what you need to know in advance of the local elections

01 Apr, 2021by Steve NunnInformation, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, News Article, Planning, doing and learning, Staying safe and legal

With county and district council elections happening on 6th May 2021, now is a good time to take a close look at what VCSE sector organisations need to know about getting involved in political campaigning. 

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