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Have you thought about volunteering but never got round to it? Do you have some time on your hands or recently retired and looking for something new to do?
Come along to the Volunteer Showcase taking place at The Baths Hall on Tuesday 5 June 2018 from 1-4pm.
Whether you have been thinking
about volunteering for a while now or if you need some inspiration on how you
get started with volunteering then pop along:
- Meet a variety of organisations who have volunteering opportunities available
- Match your skills and experience
- Find out the benefits of volunteering
- Speak to people who are already in a volunteering role
We will also be celebrating the volunteers already contributing their time in North Lincolnshire in a variety of roles. The Mayor, Cllr John Briggs will be cutting a celebration cake at 1pm so come along and share it with us. Open to current volunteers and prospective volunteers.
If you have any questions, please email ais@northlincs.gov.uk
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Volunteers’ Week is a chance to say thank you for
the fantastic contribution millions of volunteers make across the UK.
Volunteering is a fulfilling way
to give back to the community, and helping others makes you feel great in
return.
Come along to our Volunteer Showcase on Tuesday 5
June 2018 1-4pm at the Baths Hall, Scunthorpe to find out more.
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Carers' Week takes place annually to raise awareness of the role of
carers, highlighting the challenges they face and the contribution they make to
families and communities throughout the UK.
The campaign is supported by thousands of individuals and organisations
who come together and organise activities and events throughout the UK, drawing
attention to just how important caring is.
Caring can be very rewarding, but without the right support it can have
a negative impact on your health, career, finances and relationships. When you
are caring for someone, it is really important to ensure that you look after
yourself too.
Where can you get advice and support?
The Family Carers' Team, North Lincolnshire Council on 01724 298393, email familycarerteam@northlincs.gov.uk or visit the Adult Information Hub website.
Carers' Support Centre, Brigg on 01652 650585, email: info@carerssupportcentre.com or visit their website.
Join in with the Fundraising Walk over the Humber
Bridge on Sunday 10 June, for more information see the attached flyer or call 01652 650585.
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Would you like to learn more about computers? Using the internet? Online shopping? Emails and attachments? Whether you are a complete beginner or you need some extra advice, the Carers' Support Service have volunteer tutors that can help you. Sessions are fun, informal and 1:1. Learn at your own pace and focus on what you want to achieve.
For more details call Jayne at the Carers' Support Centre, 01652 650585, email info@carerssupportcentre.com or call in 11 Redcombe Lane, Brigg
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Led
by the Men’s Health Forum, this year Men’s Health Week 2018 will focus on men
and diabetes.
Currently
one man in ten has diabetes and this is expected to increase over the next 20
years if nothing is done to tackle it now.
Men
are also more likely to suffer complications or face amputation from diabetes which
is why it is so important that this issue is addressed.
Find
out more or sign up for Men’s Health Week here.
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It's Father's Day on Sunday 17 June, take a look at the Men's Health Forum website for the latest reports on The Male Diabetes Crisis, How Men Talk about Mental Health and Fathers and Family Health.
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 A place where older men can feel at home, be involved in making, mending or repairing, or just have a chat. Only £2.50 per half-day session (either 9am to 12noon or 12noon to 3pm) on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Cost includes tea, coffee and biscuits.
Ring 01724 849819 for more details
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June sees the return of the annual 'big lunch' event which brings communities together all across the UK. For a few hours you can take time out to make friends and break bread with your neighbours at your local Community Wellbeing Hub.
We've got events to suit all tastes, so you can 'ketchup' with your friends and have a 'grate' time! Do you fancy a picnic or garden party? How about having the seaside come to you with a beach themed party - don't forget your fancy dress! Use your 'loaf', book quickly so you don't miss a 'pizza' the fun!
You can find full details of what's happening at your local Wellbeing Hub on the Adult Information Hub website.
Diabetes
Week takes place in June every year. It’s a time when our supporters come
together to share their stories and to raise awareness of diabetes.
Talking
about diabetes can be tricky, awkward, difficult, funny, and everything in
between. From telling someone you’ve just met about your diabetes, to trying to
explain carb counting to relatives or avoiding that conversation with your
doctor.
This
Diabetes Week, we want to make it easier for you to have those conversations,
with your doctor, your friends and family, and people you’ve just met. We want
to get you talking.
If
you have any questions about Diabetes Week, contact us at diabetesweek@diabetes.org.uk or
visit www.diabetes.org.uk
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Scunthorpe library has undergone a £1m
refurbishment, as part of a bigger £60m investment programme for the town
centre. Improvements to the building mean that many services are accessible
under one roof in a central location.
Scunthorpe Central houses a spacious and
refurbished library, as well as a number of other facilities and services.
Friendly and knowledgeable staff at the shared reception desk on the ground
floor will be able to help you find the services you need.
Services now available include advice, information
and access to all council services, assistance with Blue Badge and Travel Pass
application and renewal, health advice sessions from the Healthy Lifestyle
Service, careers advice, Citizens’ Advice and much more.
The newly refurbished library now offers a
dedicated quiet study room and community meeting space, improved access to
digital services, and a refurbished children’s library with a variety of stock
and family-friendly seating areas.
There are some exciting events coming up at Scunthorpe Central in June, click on each link for more information:
More information is on our Scunthorpe Central
pages.
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We're encouraging residents to take up home composting to help reduce the amount of waste they produce and recycle more.
Home composting is simple to do and once you get started, you will be surprised at just how much daily household waste can be recycled. It also has the added benefit of producing a free supply of top quality compost which has a range of uses including as a soil improver, mulch or plant feed and helps your garden retain moisture.
For more details on composting at home, go to www.recyclenow.com/reduce-waste/composting
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NHS England has opened a survey to find out the views and
opinions of the public regarding Online GP Consultations.
Online consultations are a way for patients to contact their
GP or health care professional without having to wait on the phone or take time
out to come into the practice.
You can take part in this survey by clicking here.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to get your views across, this survey closes
on the 15 June.
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Cycling is a
great way to get out and about the local area this summer. Would you like to get out on your bike but
don’t know where to start? The Let’s
Ride website is a great source of information about bike riding around your local
area. Let’s Ride organise everything
from huge traffic-free bike rides through major towns and cities, to small
local rides which are great for families and beginners. Volunteers are trained to lead and inspire
rides all over the country, they also help you to find great cycling routes and
people to explore them with.
Part of Let’s
Ride, HSBC UK Breeze, offers fun, free bike rides – as well as plenty of
support and inspiration – for women of all abilities, all across the UK. The
rides are grouped into three categories: easygoing, steady and challenging.
Choose the one which seems to best fit you, and once you’ve found a ride you
like, read the ride description to get more detail about what’s involved. Rides
go at the speed of the slowest rider, and friendly Breeze Champions will make
sure nobody is left behind.
There is also some information about all things
cycling related on the North Lincs Council website.
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Age UK Lindsey offer free, confidential expert advice on a wide range of topics specific to older people, including health, financial matters, and local services.
Their Befriending Service is for anyone over the age of 50 living in East or West Lindsey and North Lincolnshire, who suffers from isolation and would like more social contact.
Lucy's Kitchen is part of Age UK Lindsey's Lifestyle Centre in Scunthorpe, a vibrant hub welcoming people of all ages.
Lucy's Kitchen is a great place to meet with friends for breakfast, coffee and cake, or a delicious home-cooked lunch. The varied menu is complimented by a selection of daily specials, and everyone is welcome. Prices are very reasonable, and the proceeds from Lucy's Kitchen help to support the work of Age UK Lindsey.
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Open Farm Sunday at Hall Farm Eastoft.
Open Farm Sunday is back on 10 June 2018 from 10am - 4pm! Everybody is welcome to come and have a look at what we do.
There will be trailer rides, alpaca walks, raffles, crafts, games,
den building, table top sales, dementia friends sessions, and loads more!
Raising money for our Care Farm (suggested donation £1)
For further information call 07715 215718 or email caitlin@hallmarkfarming.co.uk
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Activities in the Barton area:
Sunshine Yoga - Tuesdays at 5:30pm - 7pm or 7:15pm - 8:45pm
Bring something comfortable to lie on and wear loose clothing. Please contact Lorraine if you want to know more before starting. Tel: 01427 873730 or 07808 255085.
Barton Brigg Road Bowls Club
Runs every Monday and Thursday from 2pm onwards. If you are interested in becoming a member, please contact secretary Jill on 01652 633274 or 07767140 655.
To find more activities and groups in Barton and other areas across North Lincolnshire visit the Adult Hub Activity website and you can use the drop down menu to view information by area or by type of activity.
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Have you visited the Adult Hub Activity website?
There are over 300 listings of activities and groups to get involved in all over North Lincolnshire.
You can search by type of activity or area to narrow down your search results.
If you know of a group or activity that isn't included on this website, please send us the details and we will be happy to include it. Please email ais@northlincs.gov.uk
You can also check out the What's On guide on the council website.
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