What’s the next chapter for our NHS? The local NHS across Humber and North Yorkshire is embarking on We Need to Talk – a four-week conversation with people through social media and in-person focus groups about the future of the NHS in our area. Starting 14 October, it lays bare some of the difficulties faced […]
Our partner, Utility Aid understands that staff and volunteers alike are time-poor and with this in mind, they want to make their services more accessible and compatible with flexi/volunteering hours. They have launched a new online switching service which will enable users to get instant access to commercial utility quotations from a list of reliable […]
Today we’re celebrating the vital role of older generations in our communities this International Day of Older People. Our Age Friendly Network is supporting the Centre for Ageing Better today (1 October) to celebrate the International Day of Older People! We’re looking to help change the narrative on ageing with this year’s theme, “the part […]
Residents across North Yorkshire are being reminded to check they are registered to vote at their address so that everyone who has the right to take part in upcoming elections can have their say on decisions that affect them. Like all UK local authorities, every year North Yorkshire Council’s elections team is required by law […]
Have your say and share your thoughts Humber and North Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership (HNY HCP) has announced the launch of its Whole System Reward and Recognition Group. The purpose of the group is to identify and embed schemes which: Recognise, celebrate and showcase the achievements of HNY Health, Care and VCSE staff Reward […]
North Yorkshire Council (NYC) and Humber and North Yorkshire NHS Integrated Care Board (ICB) is seeking a supplier, or a consortium of suppliers, through a competitive grant process, to deliver capacity building (infrastructure) and support to North Yorkshire’s Voluntary Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector. The grant recipient would provide support which includes the provision […]
Living in rural North Yorkshire is an aspiration for many, but the reality often falls short due to the lack of available affordable homes. Many people who grew up in rural areas are likely to want to remain in their home village, especially if their family and close friends are there too. We’re working with […]
Action with Communities in Rural England (ACRE) is urging politicians of all persuasions not to forget the needs and circumstances of people living and working in the countryside in the run up to the general election. The charity claims that for too long, governments have overlooked the challenges that rural residents face, including diminishing public […]
Help with applying for a large National Lottery grant has secured a large grant to help people with sight and hearing loss. Understanding inclusivity and knowledge about applying for large National Lottery grants meant that our development officer could help secure funding for a vital community support project. What was the challenge? Coastline Sight and […]
Joining our Community Finance Network has boosted confidence around discussing accounts and what financial questions to ask Tapping into our Community Finance Network has given trustees at Art Therapy Yorkshire greater confidence with their bookkeeping. What was the challenge? Art Therapy Yorkshire has specific room requirements for their therapy work and was finding that their […]