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Our Covid work with Good Neighbour Schemes & Mutual Aid

17 Mar, 2021by Anonymous (not verified)Older people, Planning, doing and learning, Support for organisations and communities

Over the weekend of the 14th March 2020, we saw several hundred Norfolk communities create new Mutual Aid Groups in response to the pandemic's effect on their communities.

This was our community spirit at its best. A process of forming groups that would normally take several months was accelerated into days. People were coming forward to help, who had never volunteered before. Whatever the legacy of the practical support that was delivered, the simple truth is “you can’t un-meet your neighbour” and this is hugely positive for our communities.

Safeguarding and Village Halls

25 Nov, 2020by Steve NunnChildren and young people, Information, advice and guidance, News Article, Older people, Staying safe and legal

The organisers of activities and events are responsible for ensuring people’s safety and wellbeing during their time there, but it doesn’t mean the village hall volunteers and staff are absolved from responsibility. it’s helpful to have a closer look at why it’s especially important for hall committees to have the right policies and procedures in place.  

Social Prescribing – healthy solutions in the community

06 Aug, 2020by Steve NunnCase Study, Health and social care, Knowledge Base, Older people

CAN’s work in organising and delivering Social prescribing in Breckland and West Norfolk has reached more than 1,600 people since its inception, and garnered recognition as a finalist at 2019’s International Social Prescribing Awards.  Every individual has their own story in finding their way forward.

Bodge, banter and brew at Wells-next-the-Sea Men’s Shed!

28 Feb, 2020by Steve NunnCase Study, Mental health, News Article, North Norfolk, Older people, Press Release

CANConnect grants have been awarded to community groups who are able to demonstrate a positive contribution to improving social engagement in their locality. Wells-next-the-Sea Men’s Shed put their grant to good use in buying their ‘shed’. 

Calling for volunteers in North Norfolk

30 Jan, 2020by Steve NunnMental health, North Norfolk, Older people, Rurality, Support for organisations and communities, Volunteering

We’re looking for people across North Norfolk to volunteer their time and skills to help others.

Wells-next-the-Sea Men's Shed celebrates funding grant

14 Aug, 2019by Steve NunnCase Study, Editorial, Comment and Opinion, Mental health, North Norfolk, Older people

Wells-next-the-Sea Men’s Shed has been awarded a £500 grant towards the cost of their Portakabin HQ, located off the town’s Stiffkey Road.

A busy world can be the loneliest place

31 Jan, 2019by Steve NunnEditorial, Comment and Opinion, Health and social care, Knowledge Base, Mental health, Older people, Press Release, Reports & Evidence, Rurality

A busy world can be the loneliest place. And in a county of nearly 860,000 residents across 2,000 square miles it’s an everyday scenario for many people.

Resource: Guidance for Older Drivers (GOLD) Programme

15 May, 2018by Clare FianderInformation, advice and guidance, Older people

Norfolk County Council’s GOLD programme offers older drivers reassurance and a development session to refresh skills and increase confidence

Community Action Norfolk's Work to Reduce Fuel Poverty in Norfolk

21 Apr, 2016by Anonymous (not verified)Health and social care, Information, advice and guidance, Older people

Community Action Norfolk has been funded by British Gas Energy Trust’s Healthy Home Fund to support its work on fuel poverty in Norfolk.  

Age Action Alliance’s Employer Toolkit

07 Mar, 2016by Clare FianderInformation, advice and guidance, Older people

Age Action Alliance’s Employer Toolkit offers guidance for those managing older workers, and details ways they can better manage their workforce.

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