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May 22 2024

Balancing Nature – Heathland Restoration Project

Hillholt Wood CIC

Balancing Nature has the intention of returning some land to heathland. Some of the tasks include: mowing, removal of silver birch saplings, a small amount of felling of some slightly larger birch trees, building a small woven fence and later on we will be enlarging and tidying a pond and putting a sluice gate in as well as planting some heather.

The project runs on a Monday, fortnightly with the next session being on 3^rd June. We will not be running the project on bank holidays and will miss a session when this happens.

We also offer a free pick up and drop off service for anyone that is roughly within 10 miles of our Big Wood site. This is mainly aimed for people from the Lincoln area but not limited to Lincoln.

Free refreshments are provided.

For more information and to book a place contact steve.donagain@hillhotwood.co.uk 01636 892836 www.hillholtwood.co.uk

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May 22 2024

Forest-bathing and mental health

Shinrin yoku (or forest bathing) in July 2024

The Ashing Lane Nature Reserve is in Dunholme five miles north of Lincoln at the end of a bumpy track from the A46. It has pathways through meadows, young woodland and a lake. It is usually very peaceful, a place for a quiet walk and fresh air. The Reserve is open 24/7. You can find more on the website – https://www.nettlehamwoodlandtrust.co.uk/health–wellbeing.html

Three toilets have been hired for nine days in early July including a disabled unit. These have been funded by a grant from the Michael Cornish Trust to the Nettleham Woodland Trust (NWT) who have organised five sessions of orienteering with local schools and scouts between Saturday 6th July and Sunday 14th July. There may be one or two more, but there are plenty of possibilities at the two weekends, on the weekdays after the school groups have left and even on some of those weekdays.

Close connections with nature and being outdoors are recognised cornerstones of good mental health as shown on this recent release about well-being: from the World Wildlife Fund

https://www.wwf.org.uk/5-ways-connect-nature-help-our-wellbeing?pc=GNB022002&utm_campaign=enews&utm_content=ButtonOneConnectWithNatureINSPIRE&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Email_FY24_GNB022002_Adopters_Newsflash_May

If you would like to learn more and discuss availability e.g. when the school groups will not be there, please email us on https://www.nettlehamwoodlandtrust.co.uk/contact.html

April 23 2024

Income Sprint!

David Regler

We are really excited to announce that we have secured the fabulous David Regler for a face-to-face, workshop on how to diversify your income. It will be held at Bishop Grosseteste University on May 15th from 10.30 to 2.30. There’s only 25 spaces for this FREE workshop, which will be allocated on a first come first served basis. So, book your space soon to avoid disappointment!! Click the link to find out more and register your place.

This workshop will show you how to generate new ideas to maximise and diversify income.

Join us for a fast-paced workshop where David Regler of Maine Associates Ltd will explore how your organisation can use design-thinking approaches to generate new ideas to both maximise existing income streams as well as diversify through new forms of fundraising and traded income.

The workshop will introduce lots of concepts to get you thinking about your current income and provide some tools that you can use straight away.

Delivered as an in-person, interactive session, you will have the opportunity to work on ideas for your own organisation and develop a rapid plan to test and implement your thoughts.

This workshop covers:

· Improving your understanding of income streams.

· Mapping existing income streams in your organisation.

· Generating new ideas to maximise or diversify income.

· Sharing peer knowledge to develop your idea.

· Creating a plan with next steps to rapidly test your ideas.

Bio

David Regler is a business consultant with over 30 years practical experience of supporting diverse commercial and not-for-profit organisations. As well as working extensively with technology start-ups, both in the UK and internationally, David has supported a broad portfolio of VCFSE organisations over the last 10 years through funded projects, volunteering and pro-bono work. He is passionate about helping the social economy sector thrive, build sustainable models, and accelerate impact.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/income-sprint-with-david-regler-tickets-880681551227

March 13 2024

Social Prescribing Day – 14th March

Social Prescribing Day is an annual celebration of social prescribing, recognising Social Prescribing Link Workers, local community groups and regional and national organisations which support people’s health and wellbeing. This year Social Prescribing Day is on Thursday 14th March. On the day, a wide range of individuals and organisations will be sharing resources and hosting events relating to social prescribing.

Search for #SocialPrescribingDay on social media and you’ll see lots of interesting activities and resources.

There are a number of local activities taking place too. Check out your local GP surgery for more information.

Want to know more about how Social Prescribing Link Workers and Care Coordinators work together? Why not listen to the It’s All About People Podcast by clicking here or asking Alexa to “play the it’s all about people podcast”? Want to know more about how Social Prescribing Link Workers and Care Coordinators work together? Why not listen to the It’s All About People Podcast by clicking here or asking Alexa to “play the it’s all about people podcast”? Want to know more about how Social Prescribing Link Workers and Care Coordinators work together? Why not listen to the It’s All About People Podcast by clicking here or asking Alexa to “play the it’s all about people podcast”? Click here.

Watch Pat’s Story on the It’s All About People website. Following her recovery from Cancer, Pat didnt feel ‘over the moon’ nor did she feel happy in herself. In the video, she talks to Caty Collier about her story and the experience of Social Prescribing in her recovery.

https://www.itsallaboutpeople.info/latest-news/sp-day-24

February 5 2024

Building Resilience in Communities (BRIC)

Statement

Building Resilience in Communities Limited

Media Statement

Building Resilience in Communities (BRIC) is a Lincolnshire-based charity supporting vulnerable children and their families.

The Trustees of Building Resilience in Communities (BRIC) have regrettably taken the decision to cease trading and close the charity with immediate effect.

Following a review of the company’s financial position, the charity ceased to operate on 2 February 2024.

BRIC has worked in the county, supporting families for nearly 40 years, and in that time has faced many financial challenges.

The sector has seen funding cuts over the years, but it has become increasingly difficult with reduced funding and ever-increasing overheads to support the effective delivery of services. With this in mind, and the uncertainty of any further funding, the Trustees made the only decision possible in the best interests of the charity.

The Trustees commented:

“It is with immense sadness that the closure of the charity has resulted in job losses of a staff team with so much skill and dedication to make a difference to the families of Lincolnshire alongside the commitment of our volunteer team.

BRIC have had positive outcomes for the children and families across the county and are incredibly proud to have been part of the voluntary landscape in Lincolnshire.

We provided emotional support and practical help to children and their families to get them back on their feet after dealing with issues such as illness, disability, abuse, isolation and the demands of having a family “

Kingsbridge Corporate Solutions will be instructed to assist in the winding up of the company’s affairs.

2.2.24

www.kingsbridgecs.com

January 23 2024

Training opportunities – Personalised care

The Personalisation Programme are excited to be able to offer the following fully funded training to all Lincolnshire patient facing staff in health, social care and the voluntary sector to assist you in your role when supporting people to improve their physical and/or mental health.

Motivational Interviewing – 1 day virtual course over Zoom

If you spend your life explaining what your patients should, could, must or need to do then this is the course for you. Motivational interviewing is a style of communication that uses a guiding/reflective style to engage with people, clarify their strengths and aspirations, and utilise their own motivations for change, and promote independence of decision making.

Tuesday 5^th March 2024, 9-4pm

Personalised Care and Support Planning – Face to Face

Different types of treatment and care plans are often put in place for people. They can end up having multiple plans depending on how many long term conditions they have. The plans don’t often capture what’s important to the person and they don’t always make sense to them. Sign up for this Personalised Care and Support Planning programme to learn about Personalisation approaches in health and care, the importance of knowing what matters to people, Lincolnshire Initial Conversation Model and much more.

Cohort 12 – Attendance at all sessions is essential

Sessions 1

Input session – 06 Feb – 10.00 to 15:30 F2F at EveryOne Wellingore Offices, LN5 OHU

Reflective session – 13 Feb – 14:00 to 15:00 on Teams

Sessions 2

Input session – 28 Feb – 10.00 to 15:30 F2F at EveryOne Wellingore Offices, LN5 OHU

Reflective session – 06 March – 14:00 to 15:00 on Teams

To find more information please visit Learning & Development :: Lincolnshire STP (itsallaboutpeople.info) or to book your place please email lhnt.itsallaboutpeople@nhs.net

January 23 2024

Lincolnshire people still coming forward for Covid-19 vaccination

Less than two weeks left

With just under two weeks to go until the current Covid-19 vaccination campaign closes on Wednesday 31^st January, Lincolnshire people are still coming forwards to get vaccinated.

Since the current vaccination campaign began on 11^th September 2023, NHS vaccination teams in Lincolnshire have to-date given more than 203,000 vaccinations as part of the drive to ensure eligible people have the maximum possible protection against Covid-19.

“The Covid-19 vaccination has been delivered by GP practices, community pharmacies, from our vaccination centres and at outreach sessions in locations spread across Lincolnshire, and the response from the public has once again been fantastic,” comments Julie Humphreys, Head of Clinical Services, Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust.

“As we are very close to the end of the campaign, my advice to anyone eligible for a Covid-19 vaccination who’s yet to have it and wants to get vaccinated is simple – come and see us as soon as you can, and certainly no later than 31^st January, and we will be happy to see you and get you vaccinated.”

At the time of writing, there are still a number of scheduled vaccination clinics due to take place for people aged 18 and over at the Weighing Rooms, Carholme Road, Lincoln – between 11am and 1pm today, Friday 19^th January, as well as next Thursday 25^th and Friday 26^th.

There are also sessions at the Weighing Rooms for 5-17 year-olds today, Friday 19^th, and next Friday 26^th, in the afternoons between 3.30pm and 4.30pm.

There is more information, including timings, available on NHS Lincolnshire ICB’s website here Covid-19 vaccination clinics – Lincolnshire ICB

In addition, there is one remaining outreach session due to be held at the Storehouse, Skegness, on Wednesday 24^th January, for anyone eligible including 5-17 year-olds. The flu vaccination will also be available at this clinic for anyone aged 18 and over.

“Just a reminder that is no longer possible to book appointments online or via telephone, however, all of the vaccination sessions our teams are running can be attended as a walk-in, without the need for an appointment,” adds Julie.

Some community pharmacies continue to offer Covid-19 vaccinations until the end of January – there is an updated list and map showing their locations here. In addition, anyone eligible for a free flu vaccination can still contact their GP practice or visit a pharmacy offering the service, if aged 18 and over, until 31^st March 2024.

People eligible for both winter vaccines – flu and Covid-19 – include all aged 65 and over, including those turning 65 years of age by 31^st March 2024, those that are pregnant, those aged 6 months and above with certain health conditions, care home residents, frontline health and social care staff, unpaid carers and household contacts of people with a weakened immune system.

January 23 2024

NWCH Conference 2024!

NWCH’s annual conference was postponed from the previous date at the end of last year, and has now been re-arranged for Thursday 29^th February 2024, 09:30 – 14:30.

This year we are working with Pepperells Solicitors, who are sponsoring the event.

What can you do to support children and young people and the modern challenges they face?

The Conference this year is focussing on Mental Health in Children and Young People and features a range of speakers covering a variety topics.

The full line-up, and how to buy tickets can be found by following the link:

Raising Awareness of Mental Health in Children and Young People Conference Tickets, Thu 29 Feb 2024 at 09:30 | Eventbrite

It would be great to see many of you there, there will be a lot of learning to take from the event, applicable to many different fields, and we would really appreciate your support.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Emma Conway Emma@nwcounsellinghub.co.uk .

January 23 2024

North Kesteven Community Lottery

Lincolnshire Community Foundation

The number of good causes and community groups benefitting from the North Kesteven Community Lottery is set to expand.

Lincolnshire Community Foundation and North Kesteven District Council continue to work together to identify and invite local charitable organisations to apply for grants of up to £500. The aim is to target and support smaller, volunteer-led, non-profit organisations operating across North Kesteven for the benefit of local residents.

The application process is straightforward and help is available at every step (eligibility, structures, governance etc) from our team. Funds should be used to ensure the good health and mental wellbeing of residents; to promote connectivity (digital/peer support); to host community/cultural activities and events that bring communities together; to support youth activities including uniformed groups.

Examples of the type of project costs that can be requested include volunteer expenses, resources and equipment, event costs, premises costs, sessional fees, running costs, insurance and annual subscriptions.

The closing date for receipt of applications is on 1^st March 2024, with decisions notified within 6-8 weeks.

Details are available on the Lincolnshire Community Foundation’s Grants Page at www.lincolnshirecf.co.uk.

If you have an idea and want to speak to Grants staff at the Lincolnshire Community Foundation before applying, please call 01529 305825.

Councillor Sally Tarry, who has overview of community initiatives at North Kesteven District Council, said that the entire ethos of the NK Community Lottery was to connect communities to the good causes operating locally and to make it easier for them to access small funding opportunities.

“Small regular sources of funding can be the difference between a community group surviving and flourishing. With this fund meeting both running costs, overheads and general expenses as well as specific expenditure linked to any projects, we anticipate it making an enormous difference to the vibrancy and variety of community life within North Kesteven.

“When the 500 or so players of the NK Lottery buy their tickets weekly, they are not only doing so in the hope of winning up to £25,000 for themselves, but also in the knowledge that most of their £1 ticket purchase will directly benefit good causes locally. Being able to re-distribute some of that money in grants of up to £500 each is a wonderful way of ensuring maximum benefit across the broad sweep of community organisations, operating in support of community cohesion and the District’s ongoing wellbeing.

The NK Community Lottery was launched in December 2021, offering players the opportunity to win up to £25,000 from a £1 ticket. When buying a ticket at www.NKlottery.co.uk players can choose to nominate one of the 72 good causes currently signed up to receive a 50p share of the £1 stake. A further 10p goes into a general good causes fund, or 60p if no specific cause is nominated. It is that general good causes fund that is now available for redistribution to eligible community groups.

Hayley Crawford, Grants Manager at Lincolnshire Community Foundation says: “The Fund is a wonderful opportunity for the community to apply for funding to receive support in continuing making North Kesteven prosper. I’d encourage any group interested in applying, but not sure whether they might be eligible, to contact us at LCF”.

For an application form and more information: Contact hayley@lincolnshirecf.co.uk Telephone (01529) 305825, or download an Application Form from our Grants Page at www.lincolnshirecf.co.uk

January 23 2024

SWEF Enterprise Grants

Lincolnshire Community Foundation

Lincolnshire Community Foundation are delighted to be working in partnership with SWEF Enterprise grants in being able to provide small start-up grants of up to £2000, to young people of Lincolnshire (aged between 18-30), looking to start up their own businesses.

Please follow the link to our website, where you can see the guidelines and application forms.

Claire Edwards is the Grant manager for this fund, so should you have any queries or require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact at claire@lincolnshirecf.co.uk.