This document provides information about various services offered at the Business and Learning center including enterprise clubs, work clubs, intellectual property advice, legal advice clinics, patent clinics, career advice, and workshops on maximizing business value. The services cover topics like starting a business, job searching, intellectual property, legal issues, careers, and leveraging intellectual property to benefit a business. They are offered on various dates throughout May 2014 and appointments or registrations are required for most services.
2014 03 13 bx bsc mental health redesign consultation document - final (2)Nancy Khan
The document outlines plans to redesign primary care and community mental health services in Birmingham. It seeks feedback on experiences with current services and views on a proposed new model. The goals are to improve access, support, and outcomes for patients by establishing clearer care pathways, increasing access to psychological therapies, and better integrating community support services. The consultation will assess services based on access, experience, outcomes, and efficiency to achieve goals like informed patients who feel able to manage their condition.
This document advertises a European project aimed at helping carers learn computer and internet skills, connect with other carers, and find out more about support services. It provides details about informational coffee mornings on February 26th, March 24th, and April 4th from 11am to 1pm at Handsworth Fire Station for carers to learn more about participating in the project. Carers are asked to RSVP to Nancy Khan at 0121 452 1152 to ensure refreshments are provided.
Women are invited to a free event on March 1st from 10AM to 1PM at Mayfield School in Birmingham to celebrate International Women's Day. The event will allow women to network with groups providing information on health, education, housing, employment, and CV support. Attendees can participate in activities and enter a prize drawing while enjoying refreshments and pampering sessions.
Opening Doors for Carers has moved to a new address at 75 Harborne Road in Birmingham with the postal code B15 3DH. Their new telephone number is 0121 452 1152 and their mobile number is now 07593 940224. Nancy Khan can be contacted via email at nancy.khan@openingdoorsforcarers.org.uk and their website is www.openingdoorsforcarers.org.uk.
Deaf plus carer event bvsc 18th march 2014Nancy Khan
This document advertises a "Drop In for Carers" event on March 18th, 2014 at deafPLUS in Birmingham for deaf or hard of hearing carers and those caring for a deaf or hard of hearing person. Olivier Jamin, the Health and Wellbeing Officer, invites carers to join for tea, coffee and cakes. It also provides contact information for Olivier Jamin and directions to deafPLUS located at BVSC in Birmingham.
The document announces a Drop In for Carers event on February 5th, 2014 at the Birmingham Voluntary Service Council building in Birmingham from 10am to 12pm and 12pm to 3pm. The event is for deaf or hard of hearing carers and hearing carers of deaf or hard of hearing individuals living in Birmingham. Olivier Jamin, the Health and Wellbeing Officer, invites carers to join for tea, coffee and cakes. Contact information is provided for Olivier Jamin should communication support be needed.
This document provides information about various services offered at the Business and Learning center including enterprise clubs, work clubs, intellectual property advice, legal advice clinics, patent clinics, career advice, and workshops on maximizing business value. The services cover topics like starting a business, job searching, intellectual property, legal issues, careers, and leveraging intellectual property to benefit a business. They are offered on various dates throughout May 2014 and appointments or registrations are required for most services.
2014 03 13 bx bsc mental health redesign consultation document - final (2)Nancy Khan
The document outlines plans to redesign primary care and community mental health services in Birmingham. It seeks feedback on experiences with current services and views on a proposed new model. The goals are to improve access, support, and outcomes for patients by establishing clearer care pathways, increasing access to psychological therapies, and better integrating community support services. The consultation will assess services based on access, experience, outcomes, and efficiency to achieve goals like informed patients who feel able to manage their condition.
This document advertises a European project aimed at helping carers learn computer and internet skills, connect with other carers, and find out more about support services. It provides details about informational coffee mornings on February 26th, March 24th, and April 4th from 11am to 1pm at Handsworth Fire Station for carers to learn more about participating in the project. Carers are asked to RSVP to Nancy Khan at 0121 452 1152 to ensure refreshments are provided.
Women are invited to a free event on March 1st from 10AM to 1PM at Mayfield School in Birmingham to celebrate International Women's Day. The event will allow women to network with groups providing information on health, education, housing, employment, and CV support. Attendees can participate in activities and enter a prize drawing while enjoying refreshments and pampering sessions.
Opening Doors for Carers has moved to a new address at 75 Harborne Road in Birmingham with the postal code B15 3DH. Their new telephone number is 0121 452 1152 and their mobile number is now 07593 940224. Nancy Khan can be contacted via email at nancy.khan@openingdoorsforcarers.org.uk and their website is www.openingdoorsforcarers.org.uk.
Deaf plus carer event bvsc 18th march 2014Nancy Khan
This document advertises a "Drop In for Carers" event on March 18th, 2014 at deafPLUS in Birmingham for deaf or hard of hearing carers and those caring for a deaf or hard of hearing person. Olivier Jamin, the Health and Wellbeing Officer, invites carers to join for tea, coffee and cakes. It also provides contact information for Olivier Jamin and directions to deafPLUS located at BVSC in Birmingham.
The document announces a Drop In for Carers event on February 5th, 2014 at the Birmingham Voluntary Service Council building in Birmingham from 10am to 12pm and 12pm to 3pm. The event is for deaf or hard of hearing carers and hearing carers of deaf or hard of hearing individuals living in Birmingham. Olivier Jamin, the Health and Wellbeing Officer, invites carers to join for tea, coffee and cakes. Contact information is provided for Olivier Jamin should communication support be needed.
The document is a newsletter from December 2013 providing information for mental health carers, including upcoming events from organizations that support carers, details of mental health services, articles on various mental health topics, and contact information for mental health charities and support groups in the UK. It also shares stories from young carers and provides back issues of the newsletter that can be downloaded online.
Opening Doors for Carers is moving offices from Monaco House to the 1st Floor of the Chamber of Commerce Building at 75 Harborne Road, Birmingham B15 3DH effective December 5th. Their contact phone number remains the same at 0121 622 0577 during the transition.
A free course on confidence and assertiveness for carers will be held on Thursdays starting January 16, 2013 at 11 AM at the Birmingham Chamber of Commerce in Harborne. The course aims to help carers feel more confident, learn assertiveness techniques, have fun in a group, and find out about other learning opportunities. To reserve a spot, contact Nancy Khan at Opening Doors for Carers by phone or email.
Deaf plus events loaf bread making workshop 28th jan 2014Nancy Khan
The workshop will teach bread making skills through hands-on instruction. It will be held on January 28th from 1-4pm at Loaf Cookery School in Birmingham. The workshop, led by baker Tom Baker, will focus on making bread using essential ingredients like flour, water, salt and yeast. There are only 5 spaces left so advance booking is required.
DeafPlus is looking for volunteer befrienders to support carers in Birmingham. Interested volunteers should contact Olivier Jamin by telephone, textphone, email or fax to learn more about available roles providing support to carers. DeafPlus works to integrate deaf and hearing communities.
The Birmingham CrossCity Clinical Commissioning Group is holding a public meeting on November 19th from 6pm to 8:30pm at the Jasper Carrot Suite at Birmingham City Football Club. The meeting will provide information on the CCG's health priorities for 2014/2015 and allow for conversations between attendees and the CCG chair and accountable officer. Attendees can register online and a hot buffet will be provided from 5:30pm.
The document advertises a startup loan program offered by Birmingham City Council for entrepreneurs aged 18-30 who have a viable business idea or are already in business for less than 12 months. The program provides workshops, business planning support, a loan of up to £10,000, mentoring, and access to business products from partners. To apply, interested individuals should contact Ibrahim Bhayat at startuploans@birmingham.gov.uk or 0121 464 9870, or visit www.birmingham.gov.uk/startuploans for more details.
An awareness event on prostate and testicular cancer will be held on Wednesday, October 30th from 2-4pm at the Deaf Cultural Centre in Birmingham. The free event will provide confidential advice and information for those worried about prostate or testicular cancer. Contact Sarah Treadwell-Baker for more details on the awareness day.
Jr0235 web professionals helping hand flyerNancy Khan
The Helping Hands project run by the National Deaf Children's Society aims to set up peer support schemes for deaf young people aged 10-18 in schools. The peer support schemes involve training students to act as "Peer Buddies" who can help new students settle in, listen to experiences, and provide academic support. Peer support is important for deaf children who are more likely to experience isolation, bullying, and mental health issues without proper support. The NDCS will provide training to Peer Buddies and support to teachers to implement the peer support schemes.
The document announces an Explorers Festival of Deaf Arts taking place in October 2013 at the Deaf Cultural Centre in Birmingham. It features three events - Sunrise: Meet the Deaf Explorers on October 11th, an exhibition of Rubbena Aurangzeb-Tariq's artwork from October 11th-November 14th, and Sunset: Showtime! on October 18th. The festival will showcase performances, stories, and artwork from six deaf artists - Rinkoo Barpaga, Ruth Montgomery, Rubbena Aurangzeb-Tariq, Billy Read, Semhar Beyene, and Donna Williams - who developed their skills through an Explorers arts initiative program.
This document provides information about various mental health and support resources in the UK. It lists contact information for the Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS), which can provide information on mental health matters. It also provides details about upcoming events from Birmingham Mental Health Carers Support, including opportunities to get involved and contribute to the organization's newsletter. Various other mental health organizations and resources are described, such as the British Red Cross services for refugees, Brook/FPA's sexual health promotion campaign, the Meniere's Society for dizziness disorders, and events for World Mental Health Day.
This document announces a free event for women of all ages with learning disabilities and their carers to learn how to cope with menopause symptoms through workshops on breast care, mood, food, relaxation, relationships, exercise, and health checks. Attendees can book a place online and will receive a free lunch and pampering at the event on September 24, 2013 in Bulkington, which is supported by Change for the Better and the Richard Cadbury Charitable Trust.
The document provides information about volunteer advocate training courses run by Advocacy Matters. It lists the contact details for booking places, including the volunteer coordinator's name, phone number, email, and the charity's address. It then provides details on the dates and locations for the training courses, which will take place on Wednesdays in September, October, and November at venues in Handsworth and Selly Oak, running from 9:45am to 12:45pm. The courses provide qualifications in community volunteering at ASDAN QCF Levels 1 and 2.
The document provides information about a free information session for family carers of people with learning disabilities regarding applying for Personal Independence Payment (PIP). The session will take place on October 28th from 10:30am to 1pm at Wragge and Co in Birmingham. It will provide practical tips for preparing a PIP application, filling out forms, understanding the assessment process, and information on appeals. Those interested can RSVP using the attached booking form. The session is run by the Family Carer Support Service, a charity that supports family carers of those with learning disabilities.
The document announces that Birmingham CrossCity Clinical Commissioning Group is establishing a Patient Council to involve local patients in improving health services for over 730,000 people. It is seeking 10 patient representatives who are passionate about the NHS and able to champion patients' voices to join the Council. An open morning will be held on August 9th for interested individuals to learn more about the roles and register their interest.
This document provides information about what to do in a mental health emergency and how to access emergency mental healthcare. It defines a mental health emergency as a situation where a person's mental or emotional state gets worse quickly and they may harm themselves or others. It outlines who to contact for help depending on the individual's care plan, GP, community mental health team or local social services crisis team. It also provides advice on coping in an emergency and preparing an emergency plan. Emergency carer schemes are mentioned which can provide support if a carer experiences a personal crisis.
Summer Fun in Cannon Hill Park will be held on Monday July 29th from 10:30am to 3pm. For £4, participants can enjoy a day of summer sports, games, a picnic, and music. Participants should meet at the reception area of the Mac Theatre and bring a packed lunch and drinks. The event location is Cannon Hill Park at 2 Russell Road in Moseley, Birmingham B13 8RD.
The BBC is looking for unemployed 18-27 year olds to potentially participate in a new TV series aimed at addressing youth unemployment in the UK. Interested and unemployed individuals within that age range struggling to find work can email outofwork@bbc.co.uk for a chance to be involved in the new program seeking to help tackle lack of jobs for young people.
Autism friendly movie screenings are held monthly at over 90 ODEON cinemas in the UK and Ireland, providing an environment with lights up, sound low, and freedom of movement for those with autism or sensory differences. The next screening on July 21st will be Monsters University at 11:30am. These screenings are a joint initiative between Dimensions, an autism support provider, and ODEON cinemas to improve access to movies. More information can be found on Dimensions' website.
The Hockley Skills Development Centre is hosting an Information Event and Open Day on July 17th from 10:30am to 2:30pm for service users, parents, and carers. Attendees can speak with organizations that provide support services like social work teams, advocacy groups, and respite services. The event will also give attendees a chance to tour the facility and learn about activities like their recycling and gardening projects as well as sports and leisure activities. Refreshments will be provided.
The document is a newsletter from December 2013 providing information for mental health carers, including upcoming events from organizations that support carers, details of mental health services, articles on various mental health topics, and contact information for mental health charities and support groups in the UK. It also shares stories from young carers and provides back issues of the newsletter that can be downloaded online.
Opening Doors for Carers is moving offices from Monaco House to the 1st Floor of the Chamber of Commerce Building at 75 Harborne Road, Birmingham B15 3DH effective December 5th. Their contact phone number remains the same at 0121 622 0577 during the transition.
A free course on confidence and assertiveness for carers will be held on Thursdays starting January 16, 2013 at 11 AM at the Birmingham Chamber of Commerce in Harborne. The course aims to help carers feel more confident, learn assertiveness techniques, have fun in a group, and find out about other learning opportunities. To reserve a spot, contact Nancy Khan at Opening Doors for Carers by phone or email.
Deaf plus events loaf bread making workshop 28th jan 2014Nancy Khan
The workshop will teach bread making skills through hands-on instruction. It will be held on January 28th from 1-4pm at Loaf Cookery School in Birmingham. The workshop, led by baker Tom Baker, will focus on making bread using essential ingredients like flour, water, salt and yeast. There are only 5 spaces left so advance booking is required.
DeafPlus is looking for volunteer befrienders to support carers in Birmingham. Interested volunteers should contact Olivier Jamin by telephone, textphone, email or fax to learn more about available roles providing support to carers. DeafPlus works to integrate deaf and hearing communities.
The Birmingham CrossCity Clinical Commissioning Group is holding a public meeting on November 19th from 6pm to 8:30pm at the Jasper Carrot Suite at Birmingham City Football Club. The meeting will provide information on the CCG's health priorities for 2014/2015 and allow for conversations between attendees and the CCG chair and accountable officer. Attendees can register online and a hot buffet will be provided from 5:30pm.
The document advertises a startup loan program offered by Birmingham City Council for entrepreneurs aged 18-30 who have a viable business idea or are already in business for less than 12 months. The program provides workshops, business planning support, a loan of up to £10,000, mentoring, and access to business products from partners. To apply, interested individuals should contact Ibrahim Bhayat at startuploans@birmingham.gov.uk or 0121 464 9870, or visit www.birmingham.gov.uk/startuploans for more details.
An awareness event on prostate and testicular cancer will be held on Wednesday, October 30th from 2-4pm at the Deaf Cultural Centre in Birmingham. The free event will provide confidential advice and information for those worried about prostate or testicular cancer. Contact Sarah Treadwell-Baker for more details on the awareness day.
Jr0235 web professionals helping hand flyerNancy Khan
The Helping Hands project run by the National Deaf Children's Society aims to set up peer support schemes for deaf young people aged 10-18 in schools. The peer support schemes involve training students to act as "Peer Buddies" who can help new students settle in, listen to experiences, and provide academic support. Peer support is important for deaf children who are more likely to experience isolation, bullying, and mental health issues without proper support. The NDCS will provide training to Peer Buddies and support to teachers to implement the peer support schemes.
The document announces an Explorers Festival of Deaf Arts taking place in October 2013 at the Deaf Cultural Centre in Birmingham. It features three events - Sunrise: Meet the Deaf Explorers on October 11th, an exhibition of Rubbena Aurangzeb-Tariq's artwork from October 11th-November 14th, and Sunset: Showtime! on October 18th. The festival will showcase performances, stories, and artwork from six deaf artists - Rinkoo Barpaga, Ruth Montgomery, Rubbena Aurangzeb-Tariq, Billy Read, Semhar Beyene, and Donna Williams - who developed their skills through an Explorers arts initiative program.
This document provides information about various mental health and support resources in the UK. It lists contact information for the Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS), which can provide information on mental health matters. It also provides details about upcoming events from Birmingham Mental Health Carers Support, including opportunities to get involved and contribute to the organization's newsletter. Various other mental health organizations and resources are described, such as the British Red Cross services for refugees, Brook/FPA's sexual health promotion campaign, the Meniere's Society for dizziness disorders, and events for World Mental Health Day.
This document announces a free event for women of all ages with learning disabilities and their carers to learn how to cope with menopause symptoms through workshops on breast care, mood, food, relaxation, relationships, exercise, and health checks. Attendees can book a place online and will receive a free lunch and pampering at the event on September 24, 2013 in Bulkington, which is supported by Change for the Better and the Richard Cadbury Charitable Trust.
The document provides information about volunteer advocate training courses run by Advocacy Matters. It lists the contact details for booking places, including the volunteer coordinator's name, phone number, email, and the charity's address. It then provides details on the dates and locations for the training courses, which will take place on Wednesdays in September, October, and November at venues in Handsworth and Selly Oak, running from 9:45am to 12:45pm. The courses provide qualifications in community volunteering at ASDAN QCF Levels 1 and 2.
The document provides information about a free information session for family carers of people with learning disabilities regarding applying for Personal Independence Payment (PIP). The session will take place on October 28th from 10:30am to 1pm at Wragge and Co in Birmingham. It will provide practical tips for preparing a PIP application, filling out forms, understanding the assessment process, and information on appeals. Those interested can RSVP using the attached booking form. The session is run by the Family Carer Support Service, a charity that supports family carers of those with learning disabilities.
The document announces that Birmingham CrossCity Clinical Commissioning Group is establishing a Patient Council to involve local patients in improving health services for over 730,000 people. It is seeking 10 patient representatives who are passionate about the NHS and able to champion patients' voices to join the Council. An open morning will be held on August 9th for interested individuals to learn more about the roles and register their interest.
This document provides information about what to do in a mental health emergency and how to access emergency mental healthcare. It defines a mental health emergency as a situation where a person's mental or emotional state gets worse quickly and they may harm themselves or others. It outlines who to contact for help depending on the individual's care plan, GP, community mental health team or local social services crisis team. It also provides advice on coping in an emergency and preparing an emergency plan. Emergency carer schemes are mentioned which can provide support if a carer experiences a personal crisis.
Summer Fun in Cannon Hill Park will be held on Monday July 29th from 10:30am to 3pm. For £4, participants can enjoy a day of summer sports, games, a picnic, and music. Participants should meet at the reception area of the Mac Theatre and bring a packed lunch and drinks. The event location is Cannon Hill Park at 2 Russell Road in Moseley, Birmingham B13 8RD.
The BBC is looking for unemployed 18-27 year olds to potentially participate in a new TV series aimed at addressing youth unemployment in the UK. Interested and unemployed individuals within that age range struggling to find work can email outofwork@bbc.co.uk for a chance to be involved in the new program seeking to help tackle lack of jobs for young people.
Autism friendly movie screenings are held monthly at over 90 ODEON cinemas in the UK and Ireland, providing an environment with lights up, sound low, and freedom of movement for those with autism or sensory differences. The next screening on July 21st will be Monsters University at 11:30am. These screenings are a joint initiative between Dimensions, an autism support provider, and ODEON cinemas to improve access to movies. More information can be found on Dimensions' website.
The Hockley Skills Development Centre is hosting an Information Event and Open Day on July 17th from 10:30am to 2:30pm for service users, parents, and carers. Attendees can speak with organizations that provide support services like social work teams, advocacy groups, and respite services. The event will also give attendees a chance to tour the facility and learn about activities like their recycling and gardening projects as well as sports and leisure activities. Refreshments will be provided.