Since the last bulletin, members of the Our Voice group have been involved in regular activities such as the Making It Real Forum, early planning meetings for the next Big Conversation, and talking to staff about co-production in inductions and learning events. 

Some of the group have also been involved in ongoing projects to improve adult social care.

There are always opportunities to get involved in adult social care projects. Keep an eye on this bulletin for details or get in touch to let us know your interests, and we'll contact you when a related project comes up.

Visit our website for more information on the Our Voice group and to read more about the Making It Real Forum. 

We would like to hear from people in Nottinghamshire, aged 18 or over, who own smart devices (such as phones, tablets, speakers or screens) and have social care needs or caring responsibilities.

We want to understand what devices people have and how they use them. Our aim is to develop resources to support people to use their own digital devices to meet social care needs. For example, using smart devices for voice activated calls or specialist apps for mental health.

The online survey can be filled in anonymously or you can leave your details if you would like to be involved in developing resources at a later date.

If you would rather speak to someone to share your experiences, please email coproductionnottingham@pohwer.net and we will get in touch.

We know it can be difficult to access advice and information about adult social care and the support available in your area. In response to your feedback, we are running monthly drop-in sessions where you can find out how you can live independently and safely in your community.

The next sessions are at Worksop Library on 11 February and 11 March from 10am to 4pm. No need to book, just drop in and speak to one of our friendly team.

We can help you with information on:

• wellbeing and independence
• community activities and day opportunities
• mobility equipment and Technology Enabled Care
• local support services
• finding a care home.

Notts Healthcare are holding an event for carers, families, and friends to shape the design of safe, inclusive, person-centred care.

The event will focus on listening and talking about issues important to carers and families to improve their experience of services, with refreshments and a hot lunch included. 

The event is on Thursday 13 February from 11am to 3.30pm (refreshments from 10.30am) at the Indian Community Centre, 99 Hucknall Road, Carrington, Nottingham, NG5 1QZ.

Would you like to use your lived experience of disability to help shape better opportunities for the disabled community?

The Paralympics GB Lived Experience Advisory Board (LAB) is seeking new members eager to contribute to their transformative work. So, if you are passionate about breaking down barriers and empowering disabled people to become more active, this opportunity may be for you.