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Launch of Lincs-Links

On the 10th of May 2024 the exciting launch of Lincs-Links CIO took place. This new charity focuses on personal centred access to local support and care.  Over 60 people attended the launch with representatives from across the county, as well as local people and organisations.

Over the last 18 months the Lincs-Links team, have spoken to many local people about the services and organisations that exist in the area. Almost without exception everyone agrees that Mablethorpe, Trusthorpe and Sutton on Sea have an amazing community spirit with some exceptional community resources and local groups.

Lincs-Links has been created to enable people to access these amazing community resources, especially where they focus on improving the health and well-being of local people.

The Lincs-Links service has been designed to be as accessible as possible, this includes not only our website with a comprehensive local directory, but also a dedicated phone line, text service, email address and, in the future, hard copies of information.

The Lincs-Links directory and website resources will be monitored and updated regularly. We will have other organisations listed who operate across the county or even nationally, but we are primarily focused on local services and organisations.

Where we identify gaps in local services or support, we will work with partners and local groups to commission initiatives to fill those gaps. 

So, what makes us different?

Our most important assets are local people. Our team of dedicated connectors and volunteer supporters will help people to access local community groups and services.

Supporters may simply offer one of our cards to someone looking for help and suggest that they ring us. Other supporters may want to offer more, undertaking a short training session to give them the knowledge and understanding to explain the service and navigate the directory.

Lead supporters will be DBS checked and play a more active role in client support. For example going with them to groups, supporting with phone calls or just building the individuals confidence to access Lincs-Links and local services.

We have no arbitrary top-down targets, and we aren’t driven by outcomes designed by funders. Our sole purpose and key measure of success is to help as many people as possible access the support they need and consequently help to improve their lives.

The team are ready to go, and will be out promoting the charity and the service. We hope to see you around!

If you would like to get in touch with Talia, our Chief Community Caring Officer, please do so by Telephone 01507 665365  Mobile 07494741462   Email talia@lincs-links.co.uk.

Talia Goodall, at Lincs-Links says: People helping people is what is important. Mablethorpe, Sutton-on-sea and Trusthorpe deserve it!

Notes to editors –

Lincs-Links works with people in the community to help them to find the resources that will help them to lead better lives. We recognise that taking control is a powerful and positive step forward and our aim is to provide support to enable people to find exactly what they are looking for.

People can start by looking at the Lincs-Links directory, giving us a call or sending us an email. Alternatively they might like the help of one of our Local Connectors or Supporters to assist them in their search, especially if they are struggling to know where to start. Because of our knowledge and contacts within the local voluntary and public sector we hope we will be able to help.

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Webinar – Register Today: Community Adult Mental Health Transformation – Night Light Café

Attention everyone working in mental health and wellbeing in Lincolnshire!

Adult and Older Adult Community Mental Health Transformation are thrilled to introduce H.A.Y. Plus, a new online platform tailored specifically for people working in or with mental health and wellbeing in Lincolnshire. H.A.Y. Plus is a free resource designed to provide you with the tools, training, and resources necessary to provide exceptional care and support to individuals in our community.

Discover a wealth of tools, training, and resources, including:

  • Comprehensive training modules for valuable insights and skills.
  • Dive into our resource hub for documents and updates informing professional practice.
  • Stay in the loop with webinars on local community mental health provision and upcoming events.

Together, let’s empower our community and foster a healthier, more resilient Lincolnshire.

Register now for exclusive access! To sign up visit: www.hayplus.co.uk

Exhibition Islam

Exhibition Islam

The Islamic Association of Lincoln

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday 25th May to Tuesday 28 May

Venue: Lincoln Central Mosque and Cultural Centre, Dixon Street, Lincoln LN6 7DA

ALL WELCOME – FREE ENTRY

Presenting Islam to the people for what it actually is.

This exhibition aims to inform, counter disinformation and enlighten all who attend with an open mind by learning about the true teachings and values of Islam as well as the scientific and other contributions made by Islam.

Come and experience a VR walk-through of Masjid Al Aqsa and Dome of the Rock, see the posters on various subjects and Interact with models of places of Islamic Interest. There will also be old Qur’anic manuscripts and a large exhibit of Masjid Al Aqsa and Dome of the Rock.

 ALL WELCOME, NO ENTRY FEES, REFRESHMENTS WILL BE AVAILABLE.

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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

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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

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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.

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Chair of Trustees

Green Synergy is recruiting new Chair of  Trustees

Green Synergy is a well respected and successful charity that supports people in the most disadvantaged communities in Lincolnshire to improve their mental and physical wellbeing.

Our work includes:

  • Community gardening and therapeutic horticultural programmes.
  • Community engagement events that bring people together to create more life chances, quality green spaces and to re-connect people to green spaces, growing and nature.

We are looking for a new Chair of our Trustee Board as our long serving Chair Rev Canon Alan Robson is standing down after 7.5 years in the role.

The role of the Chair of Trustees is to give leadership to the Board and to make sure the Board fulfils its governance duties and responsibilities. Additionally the Chair of Trustees ‘s role is to support the CEO and team to achieve the aims of Green Synergy, and, at times, represents Green Synergy at functions, meetings and in the press and broadcasting media.

Ideally, we are looking for someone with previous board or leadership experience – although this is not obligatory. Past involvement in areas of business, charities or leadership would also be advantageous. An interest in gardening or horticulture would be valuable and a passion for improving the lives of people in under-served communities is essential.

As the Chair of Trustees you will receive:

  • An induction, training and reimbursable expenses
  • Contribute to improving lives and communities that are disadvantaged
  • Have opportunities to develop new skills and to network with professionals

A wide range of applications are welcomed especially those with lived experience. The expected time commitment is a bimonthly board meeting and other events as well as meetings with the CEO.

As well as preparing for the board meetings, the Chair may be called upon for specific advice and support in their areas of expertise.

For more information, download the Green Synergy Chair’s Recruitment Pack Final

A copy of the Chair’s Role Description can be downloaded here:

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A copy of our Annual Trustees Report and Accounts can be viewed here

To arrange an informal conversation please email us at info@greensynergy.org.uk

To apply, please complete the Green Synergy_ Application form for Trustees and return to info@greensynergy.org.uk

The closing date for applications is noon on Friday March 15th 2024.

Applications will then be reviewed and suitable candidates will be invited for a visit to Green Synergy and an interview with members of our Trustee Board.

As the charity works with vulnerable groups /young people the role is subject to a DBS check.

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Training opportunities – Personalised care

Personalisation Team

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 5th 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 13  – Attendance at all sessions is essential

Sessions 1

Input session – 12 March – 10.00 to 15:30 F2F at Storehouse, PE25 1BY

Reflective session – 19 March – 14:00 to 15:00 on Teams

Sessions 2

Input session – 26 March – 10.00 to 15:30 F2F at Storehouse, PE25 1BY

Reflective session – 09 April – 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.netwith your name, email address, job role and organisation. Please note, the places are limited.

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Enabling local voluntary and community action

Sheffield Hallam University PhD opportunity 

–  Are you passionate about the role local voluntary organisations and community groups can play in generating thriving communities? 

–  Are you committed to helping local groups fulfil their potential?

–  Are you interested in how this can be supported through effective local relationships across sectors?

Sheffield Hallam University is offering a competitive fully funded collaborative PhD studentship at the Centre for Regional Economic and Social Research (CRESR) for May 2024 entry (available for both full-time and part-time PhD study). 

The studentship has been co-designed by CRESR and NAVCA to investigate the convening and place leadership roles of local voluntary and community sector infrastructure organisations with local authorities, health systems and other statutory partners. Convening involves the often unseen strategic work building partnerships across sectors, mobilising networks, and representing and coordinating the voluntary and community sector. The successful applicant will be supported to identify a proposed area of focus and appropriate methodology for the study. 

For further information on the project, please contact Rob Macmillan at rob.macmillan@shu.ac.uk. 

Closing date for applications: 17:00 (GMT) on Monday 12th February 2024.

Interviews for shortlisted candidates: Wednesday 28th February 2024.

Further information and how to apply can be found here.

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Shared Decision Making

It’s All About People – Learning and Development

Shared Decision Making

Feb 23, 2024, 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Shared Decision Making (SDM) is an essential component of personalised care, which supports people and carers to feel more confident in having informed and meaningful conversations with health and care professionals about the treatment, care and support that is right for them at that time.

Ask questions, be curious and explore with colleagues:

Come and join our local trainers in an interactive session which will support staff to feel more confident in having Shared Decision Making conversations.

The module will cover:

  • Benefits of SDM
  • Key elements of a SDM conversation
  • Processes, preferences and risk management
  • The role of health literacy
  • Creating the right conditions for success
  • Application to practice

Click here to register

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