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SGDEN November Newsletter
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SGDEN NEWS
Join our online AGM – Tuesday 3 Dec, 4pm – 6pm
New SGDEN Website – take a look for yourself
Can’t wait scheme – open to individuals, businesses and communities
Experiencing inequality? We want to hear from you
HAVE YOUR SAY
Tockington Conservation Area (CAA&MP)
Parking Charges Survey
NHS have your say on its future
South Glos Budget proposals
NEWS & OPPORTUNITIES
Eddystone Trust – Sexual Health chat and testing sessions
Kings Chase – Social Sundays
Marmalade – Alone at Christmas?
People First – Free Activities
AbilityNet – How to avoid seasonal scams
Paul’s Place – Launches in-house volunteer service
Been There – Supporting those with body image issues
Second Step – Free wellbeing workshops and courses
VOLUNTEERING AND PAID ROLES
Volunteer for us and find out about other opportunities
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Save the date
SGDEN will hold its online AGM on Tuesday 3 December, 4pm – 6pm. Everyone is welcome.
After the meeting we will hear from Kayley Waller, Head of Fundraising and Communications at Pauls Place who will talk about ‘The importance of representation and inclusion and what it meant for her growing up with a limb difference’. To register your interest, please email info@sgden.org.uk.
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SGDEN has a new website
We are excited to share the new SGDEN website with you.
We will update it with more resources so please do email info@sgden.org.uk with content that you feel others could benefit from. Check it out – www.sgden.org.uk
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Can’t wait scheme
Do you know of any businesses/venues that would be interested in joining the Can’t Wait scheme? Please do let them know about it and they can get in touch for more information by visiting our website or emailing info@sgden.org.uk.
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We want to hear from you about your experiences of inequality in South Gloucestershire.
Please email your thoughts and comments to info@sgden.org.uk and we will include your feedback in our discussions with the Council and other community groups.
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South Gloucestershire Council are planning on implementing car parking charges at all Council owned car parks as of 1 April 2025. To find out more click here.
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Community Feedback Survey Thornbury Parking Charges
Thornbury Town Council have prepared a survey to allow the community to express their views on the proposed parking charges Parking Charge Scheme. To take part in the survey, click here.
Responses will be forwarded to South Gloucestershire Council.
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Tockington Conservation Area
South Gloucestershire Council are keen to hear your thoughts on the proposed Conservation Area and associated Character Appraisal & Management Plan.
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Learn more about the proposed Conservation Area and associated Character Appraisal & Management Plan and take part in the survey here.
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The NHS has launched its biggest ever public conversation about the future of healthcare in England for the development of its 10-year plan. Make sure you have your say on what the future NHS looks like.
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Have your say on the future of the NHS
They want to hear your thoughts on the NHS and what’s needed to build a health service that’s fit for the future. To complete the national survey, please visit Change NHS website.
Local engagement events will be taking place in January. Details of these will be available on the Healthier Together website in the coming weeks.
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Council Budget 2025/26 – Review the proposals and share your feedback
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The council is keen, through this consultation, for residents and other stakeholders to get a clear understanding of the extent of the financial challenges it faces and the measures that may be needed to balance the books.
To review the proposals and share your feedback visit the website.
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Budget Consultation Pop Up
Virtual Community Meeting Thursday 12 December
Your Voice Counts!
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Sexual Health Session and Testing in Yate
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The Eddystone trust will be at the Ridgewood Community Centre in Yate on, Friday 29 November from 10am – 1pm offering chat and testing sessions.
Join Ben for a non-judgemental chat about sexual health and get yourself tested for Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, HIV & Syphilis during the session. For more information, ring Ben on 07587638818.
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Community Event
Kings Chase in Kingswood will be hosting Social Sundays on 1 December between 11am – 3pm.
Expect local makers, free activities, food and music. To find out more click here.
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Christmas Cheer
The Marmalade Trust are bringing cheer and companionship to anyone alone on Christmas Day with a free festive lunch, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.
To find out more, visit their website or email info@marmaladetrust.org.
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People First Activities
Take a look at the calendar of events from People First. From Walk & Talk, Speaking Up and Women’s Wellness, there is a wide range of activities to support people with learning disabilities and/or Autism. To find out more click here.
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Want to know how to steer clear of seasonal scams?
AbilityNet are offering a free webinar on Wed 4 Dec between 1pm – 1.45pm with special celebrity guest, Linda Robson, who will share her experience of being scammed, and ways you can avoid falling victim to online scams.
Everyone who registers will receive the recording, slides and transcript after the event, so sign up even if you can’t attend on day. Register here.
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Launches new in-house volunteering service for its members
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Paul’s Place, will launch a brand-new in-house volunteering service to help physically disabled adults to volunteer, thanks to an award from Global’s Make Some Noise fund. The new volunteer officer will work closely with the members of Paul’s Place to build their self-confidence and skills.
Paul’s Place who is set to take over the Shire Way Community Centre in Yate later next year, says it will use the funds “to upskill and build confidence for physically disabled adults to actively volunteer through its brand-new in-house volunteering service”.
The charity said: “Many of the people using services at Paul’s Place have untapped skills and knowledge that they’re eager to use in the community. “They could also gain vital work experience through volunteering that could lead to future employment. Yet, many volunteer opportunities are not fully accessible outside of our day facility and evening programmes.”
For more information email them direct on info@paulsplace.org.uk.
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Do you worry about how you look compared to others?
If you are age 18 or over and think you have body image issues then Been There could help.
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Been There is a charity with an app that connects people aged 18 and over with a vetted and trained Mentor to help with any body image issues they may be experiencing. This gives them the opportunity to speak to someone who has ‘Been For more information visit the website.
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Learn skills and techniques to help you look after your mental health and wellbeing and connect with new people.
Courses and Workshops include:
- Reframing Loneliness
- Understanding Trauma
- Building Resilience
- Coping with Low Mood
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Bristol Wellbeing College is offering Free wellbeing workshops for those aged 18+
Workshops and courses take place at Cadbury Heath Hall in Warmley and run from 10:30am – 12:30pm.
To book your place and to find out more, visit their website. Or give them a call on 0117 914 5498.
Further resources can be found here.
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VOLUNTEERING AND JOB OPPORTUNITIES
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VOLUNTEER FOR US!
We are seeking a volunteer to create this monthly newsletter and assist with our social media. Monthly commitment around 6 – 8hours.
Skills you could develop
Confidence, communication and planning skills, grow your marketing knowledge and social media planning awareness. Skills that could lead to a different career path.
What difference will you make?
Your support will help us reach a wider audience and allow us to share vital information with our members.
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SGDEN NEWSLETTER – Share your news and events
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At SGDEN, we are always keen to provide a platform for local disability groups to share what they have been doing and events that they are running.
If you would like us to share your story or event in the newsletter, please send details to news@sgden.org.uk
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