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King's Lynn and West Norfolk History Festival: 22nd October – 1st November

23 Oct, 2020by Steve NunnArts and culture, Children and young people, Event, Heritage, Members Events, News Article, Press Release, Support for organisations and communities, Volunteering, West Norfolk

A festival of events celebrating West Norfolk’s remarkable history is happening during this half term week.

Norfolk County Council's response to latest government COVID-19 measures

14 Oct, 2020by Steve NunnChildren and young people, Consultation, Covid-19 Updates, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Health and social care, Information, advice and guidance, Knowledge Base, Mental health, News Article, Older people, Planning, doing and learning, Press Release

In light of the resurgence of the pandemic and the government’s newly introduced three-tier measures, Norfolk County Council leaders are planning ahead for an uncertain winter.

West Norfolk VCSE Hub - Collaboration and communication in action

26 Sep, 2020by Steve NunnArts and culture, Children and young people, Equality and diversity, Health and social care, Housing, Knowledge Base, Mental health, News Article, Older people, Support for organisations and communities, West Norfolk

The newly formed West Norfolk VCSE Hub provides an excellent mechanism for sharing best practice and opportunities for joined-up thinking. It was established to support discussions about key issues for the voluntary sector and public services in West Norfolk, the aim being to help other sectors work with VCSE organisations to ensure that the people of West Norfolk get the best support and services possible. 

The Matthew Project - Norfolk VCSE Covid Stories

16 Sep, 2020by Anonymous (not verified)Children and young people, Covid-19 VCSE Story, Norwich

The Matthew Project would shut their offices on the 18th March, switching immediately to offer services remotely, through the phone, online groups, and doing door-step visits when a welfare concern was raised as the Police were unable to do this due to capacity limitations.

CAN - working in partnership in West Norfolk

27 Aug, 2020by Steve NunnArts and culture, Children and young people, Consultation, Economy and enterprise, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Funding, Health and social care, Housing, Knowledge Base, Mental health, News Article, Older people, Reports & Evidence, Rurality, Support for organisations and communities, Training, VCSE Sector Leadership Group, Volunteering, West Norfolk

CAN has a special service level agreement with the Borough Council of King’s Lynn and West Norfolk (BCKLWN). We deliver a range of services across the Council’s area which, at 556 square miles, is the largest geographic local authority district in Norfolk.  And we very much value this relationship.

'Women and Gambling-Related Harm' – a free online session for West Norfolk VCSEs – Wed 2nd September

25 Aug, 2020by Steve NunnChildren and young people, Equality and diversity, Health and social care, Information, advice and guidance, Mental health, News Article, Planning, doing and learning, Reports & Evidence, Training, West Norfolk

CAN, in association with GamCare, is presenting 'Women & Gambling-Related Harm', a free, online training session for West Norfolk VCSE professionals and volunteers who work with women and families.  The 2-hour Zoom session is on Wednesday 2nd September from 2.00-4.00pm. GamCare’s Polly Johnson will be discussing risk factors, impacts, how to identify a gambling addiction and where to signpost for further help. 

Leeway - protecting the vulnerable during lockdown and beyond

13 Aug, 2020by Steve NunnCase Study, Children and young people, Covid-19 VCSE Story, Equality and diversity, Health and social care, Housing, Information, advice and guidance, Mental health, News Article

CAN’s research into the state of the VCSE sector across Norfolk during the COVID-19 pandemic has been building a comprehensive analysis of information needed for future sector planning. It also reflects the resilience which many charities and voluntary organisations have shown in adapting to delivering their services at this time. Leeway, operating across all of Norfolk and part of Suffolk, is one such.

Paston Footprints - communities in the past and the present

09 Aug, 2020by Steve NunnArts and culture, Broadland, Children and young people, Heritage, News Article, North Norfolk, Planning, doing and learning, Support for organisations and communities

All of Norfolk’s communities, rural or urban, share a common characteristic. They have histories.  Community Action Norfolk was asked to support the project in recognition of our skills and experience in working with community groups in developing local projects.

Adapting to the pandemic – The Matthew Project

08 Jul, 2020by Steve NunnCase Study, Children and young people, Equality and diversity, Health and social care, Housing, Mental health

We have in recent weeks featured encouraging examples of how VCSE organisations have adapted and responded to the COVID-19 pandemic. And it is apparent that the voluntary sector, though hard-pressed at times, has proved to be remarkably resilient in changing service delivery to meet clients’ needs.

Guidance for Opening Halls for Pre-School Use

21 May, 2020by Clare FianderChildren and young people, Health and social care, Information, advice and guidance, Sports, play and physical activity, Staying safe and legal

ACRE (Action with Communities in Rural England) have published guidance for halls and community buildings who are planning how to safely re-open for use by pre-schools. 

The guidance covers requirements for hall committees as well as those for pre-schools.  There are FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) and a checklist for halls to use before re-opening.

The guidance can be found by clicking here. 

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