Welcome to the latest edition of the Your Circle newsletter sharing information about some new and updated services and resources available throughout Gloucestershire.
Your Circle continues to actively contact organisations to update records as well as adding new services. The following pages are updated regularly and all details of services are also added to our directory:
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Your Circle News page new services, local support and activities available.
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Information A-Z contains links to useful information from the NHS and Gloucestershire County Councils main website in one place.
If you come across anything that should be included in the directory or anything that needs updating please email us at yourcircle@gloucestershire.gov.uk
Independence Trust A-Z of Activities
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Independence Trust has a long history of providing services in the local communities of Gloucestershire.
Independence Trust Activity Programme January to April 2022
Within the Gloucestershire Community Advice, Links & Mental Health Support Service (CALMHS) there is a Central Point of Contact, this service can receive all referrals and queries about the service. If you want more information about what we do, the services we provide or you would like to make a referral then this is the place for you. Central Point of Contact is open Monday - Friday 9.00am - 4.30pm
Phone: 0345 8638323
E-Mail: gloucesterhub@independencetrust.co.uk
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Barnwood Trust | Grants for you
Barnwood’s individual grants are currently under review.
They will soon be opening with a new individual grant, available in the spring. They will be sharing more information about this in due course.
Whilst they are putting the final touches to their new grant offer, ‘Grants for Individuals’ is now closed and they are not able to accept any new applications. Please note that all applications submitted before the grant was closed will still be processed.
https://www.yourcircle.org.uk/Services/10563
New and updated services | Countywide
Soundabout Inclusive Choir in Gloucestershire
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A musical community without barriers!
The Soundabout Inclusive Choir for Gloucestershire is run in partnership with the Chamwell Centre, and welcomes people of all abilities aged under 25, and their families.
The choir celebrates that everyone has their own way of sharing their voice. Here are a few examples of ways you could join in:
- Using Makaton signing
- Singing or other vocal noises
- Making sounds with an instrument or sound maker
- Using technology e.g. an iPad or EyeGaze
- Movement and dance
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By welcoming all voices we aim to be as inclusive as possible, and actively try to remove barriers to participation from those with severe and profound learning disabilities.
Rehearsal Dates
Sign up to Gloucestershire Inclusive Choir
Locations: The Chamwell Centre, The Milestone School, Longford Lane, Gloucester, GL2 9EU
Website: https://www.soundabout.org.uk/inclusive-choir-gloucestershire/
ReConnect support for Stroke, Aphasia & Dementia
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ReConnect Gloucestershire are taking referrals for their peer befriending scheme and peer support groups. People affected by Stroke, Dementia, Aphasia, and other long term health conditions are matched up with a Befriender who has also been affected by these conditions, offering invaluable empathy through their personal experience and company during a time that is often very isolating. Befriending can happen at home, in care homes, in hospital or at a ReConnect group.
We offer home visits, befriending, encouragement, and support to get to a group where people share experiences, offer ideas, support each other and rebuild confidence. If you have a client who might benefit from a Befriender, or who might want to be a Befriender for others, please contact Coryn on 07479 999 919 coryn@cscic.org for more details. https://cscic.org/reconnect/
Cam Stroke Group is welcoming new group members for tea & chat - every other Tuesday, 2pm at GL11, email Helen for info Helen@cscic.org
Digital Inclusion Support
Digital Champs help to promote independence, motivation and empowerment to those at risk of isolation. Digital Champion Volunteers are everyday people who want to pass on the knowledge they have about technology and guide you through the learning experience. If you would like to Volunteer contact stephcscic.org or to refer someone contact Helen@cscic.org
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On Your Mind | Helping Children and Young People find a path to better mental health
Age UK Gloucestershire new support group
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Carer Aware Discount Card
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Looking after someone maybe a significant part of your life and caring can be hard work.
To support you in your caring role, Gloucestershire Carers Hub have arranged discounts with local businesses and a number of shops. This card will allow you to access these discounts.
An up to date list, showing where you can use your card, will be sent out in the post to you with your card. This information is also available on their website and social media.
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The Wellbeing Line is a new service providing mental health and wellbeing support for everyone working in health and social care in Gloucestershire.
Supporting women against domestic violence
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Honour Thy Women Group is an Outreach Community Group based in Gloucester. They support women all over Gloucestershire - 20 years old and older. Our mission is to be the voice for women who have suffered from domestic abuse. We run events throughout the year to bring awareness and to support other community groups and local charities. We believe peer mentor support is a way for our clients to open up about their struggles and mental health.
https://www.yourcircle.org.uk/Services/14719
https://www.yourcircle.org.uk/Services/14739
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| National Bereavement Helpline |
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The National Bereavement Partnership provides a support helpline, counselling referral and befriending service for all those suffering from anxiety, grief or mental health issues as a direct or indirect result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
https://www.yourcircle.org.uk/Services/14758
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Mindsong - Breathe in Sing Out - A 12 week course for people with COPD or chronic lung conditions. Led by experienced vocal leaders and funded by the NHS.
Mindsong - New Voices Choir - A fortnightly choir for people with aphasia after brain injury or stroke.
Mindsong - Music Therapy @ Home - A 12 week course of music therapy for people with complex dementia being cared for at home. Music therapists are dementia specialists and Health & Care Professions Council registered.
Mindsong - Long Covid Support Online - An ongoing NHS funded group, on Zoom, for anyone with Long Covid (with or without formal diagnosis) who needs support.
Mindsong - Sing to Remember Choirs - A Community Choir for people with dementia still living at home or those experiencing isolation and loneliness. In person sessions are fortnightly (Cirencester), online weekly.
New and updated services | Districts
Gloucester City Home’s Lifelink service has transferred to Progress Lifeline, an established company who have acquired the service and to whom the existing staff team are also transferring. We want to reassure our valued customers that there is no cause for concern as their subscription will be automatically transferred to Progress Lifeline at no cost and the services they receive will remain the same.
https://www.yourcircle.org.uk/Services/10923
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One Stop Shop Information Exchange
Information gathering & networking Market Place
March 8th 10.30-1pm at the Trinity Rooms Stroud GL5 2HZ
The market place is open to the public and organisations in the Stroud district, an opportunity to touch base with other agencies to see whose doing what, a chance to catch up on what’s new and make new connections. We have an eclectic mix of agencies all offering a breadth of skills and knowledge. This is a great opportunity to get up-to-date information about what’s on offer, finding the right service, support or signpost for you.
Citizens Advice will be holding an Energy Clinic for anyone who'd like to talk about energy related matters - If people need personal and confidential help with, for example, debt and benefits, CAB can offer that either in a side-room, or arrange to contact them by phone etc. If you would like more information Email sue.tomlinson@independencetrust.co.uk
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Autistic Adult Drop-in | Stroud
New Drop in for 2022
Providing a safe space for autistic individuals 18+ or adults who are considering a diagnosis of autism.
Creating a space to meet other individuals with autism
Offering advice, support and sign-posting to other services.
Please feel free to bring table top games and use this as a social space. With enough interest we would love to have the meet more frequently.
https://www.yourcircle.org.uk/Services/14772
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Azalea Day Club | Daglingworth Village Hall
Azalea day club provides a friendly and sociable environment where people feel safe and supported. The activity based day club is for people who have care needs or who may feel socially isolated.
Transport to help get people there is available and with a wheelchair accessible minibus we can accommodate people with mobility difficulties.
The club gives people the opportunity to have time out of their home socialising with others in a supported and caring environment. It also provides the opportunity of a break for their carer. The club runs every Thursday from 10am to 3pm and we provide a freshly cooked, two course lunch.
https://www.yourcircle.org.uk/Services/13841
Bereavement Café | Fairford
A Bereavement Cafe has started in Fairford for those people who have suffered a loss and would like to talk. A member of their nursing team will be present to welcome you with a hot drink and some cake.
Trained support will be available. No booking required. Donations welcome.
https://www.yourcircle.org.uk/Services/14752
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We always welcome feedback and suggestions about Your Circle so please continue to e-mail us at yourcircle@gloucestershire.gov.uk.
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