Annette recently had the pleasure of meeting with members of the Standards of Wrexham Services (SWS) Group. This dedicated group of volunteers living with a disability work closely with the person-centred planning team on a variety of projects.

As we start 2025, what will the new year bring you? A new career maybe? How about an opportunity to work for yourself and make a meaningful difference to people in your community?

We are thrilled to share that Community Catalysts CIC and the innovative care delivery model in Cardiff has been featured in Business News Wales and Rhiwbina Info.

As we step into 2025, let this be the year you turn your aspirations into action. If starting your own micro-enterprise in care or support is one of your new year’s resolutions, we’re here to make it happen!

January is not a big event month, but a great time to look and plan for the better weather when everyone can more easily get out and about. Tripadvisor can be a fantastic resource for finding activities.

Cumbria CVS has dedicated funding officers to help your organisation, as well as running funding fairs, offering funding training, and having a range of resources available including their own funding portal.

The Tesco Stronger Starts scheme provides grants of up to £1,500 for groups and schools supporting their local community. Grant applications are put to the public vote in local Tesco stores every three months. 

Skills Bootcamps are flexible training courses for adults aged 19+, designed to build sector-specific, in-demand skills. They have a level 3 healthcare support worker coming up this month.