News from Our CEO - Julie Pal

News from our CEO - Julie Pal

Schools out for summer While school is out and holidays beckon, we still have a great deal to do at Community Barnet. We are delighted to be taking a leadership role in working with Barnet Clinical Commissioning Group and the voluntary sector to help design early support and prevention services by the sector. A proposal is currently being developed for a new well-being hub called Barnet: Establishing Solutions Together (The BEST Service) which will start to operate from the Meritage Centre on 1st September 2016.

We were saddened to hear about the death of Jonathan Ashby. Jonathan, who had bipolar disorder, was passionate about mental health and a dedicated advocate personally and through his running of Forward Publishing, a global mental health news and information network. Community Barnet is looking for Trustees. We continue to extend our reach and we now have projects running not just in Barnet but in Brent and Newham. If you are interested in becoming a Trustee at a really exciting time for the organisation please drop me an email so we can arrange to talk.

I hope you have a great beginning to the Summer.

Best wishes

What's happening at CommUNITY Barnet

Save the date! The Community Barnet AGM will be held on the 17th November 2016. More details to follow.

Our Services

 Independent Examination - Did you know we can independently exam all accounts with an income up to £250.000? Contact the finance team for further information on 020 8364 8400 or email the finance team  DBS Service - Is your DBS due to be renewed? Why not take advantage of our reduced fees? To find out

more please email Audrey  Safeguarding Training - Do you know what to do? If not why not sign up for our one of our training courses? Full information available on our website or alternatively contact Jeni Osbourne

Training at CommUNITY Barnet CommUNITY Barnet Training - specifically aimed at meeting the needs and requirements of the local voluntary & community sector, providing a variety of free and low cost training courses on a wide range of subjects to support both staff and volunteers in the Voluntary, Community & Faith sector

12 October Safeguarding Children Level 1, 10–1pm, £25. Working with Children & YP with Disabilities 10 - 5pm, £50.

8 November Gypsy and Traveller Awareness, 8 Nov 10-1.00pm, £25

2 December Safeguarding Children Level 2, 10–5pm, £50.

Full information available on our website or alternatively contact Jeni Osbourne

Dates for your Diary Funders Fair Building on the strength and success of our Funders Fair at the end of last year we are planning to hold another one to include children and young peoples’ organisations. So save this date - 24 November. We are delighted that this event will be a joint venture with the Young Barnet Foundation Keep an eye out for

news updates and information on our websites and through our news bulletins. For further information please contact Jeni Osbourne

Young People & Families Network Meeting

Our next Young People & Families Network Meeting will be held on Wednesday 21st September 10am - 12pm. Please register your attendance and we will forward the agenda nearer the time. If you have any queries please contact Audrey Montet

Healthwatch Barnet Survey

GP Access Service - Patient Experience Barnet Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) has recently approached Healthwatch Barnet to engage with Barnet service users to obtain their feedback on the GP Access Service. They want to know what information the public know about the service, how they access the service, and what suggestions they have to improve it.

The GP Access Service is a primary care service, where people can access a GP appointment for urgent problems, when their GP surgery is closed, usually in the evening or over the weekend. Appointments take place either at your GP practice, or at an alternative GP practice in the area, and can be booked directly through your GP. This is not an NHS 111/Barndoc out of hours service. All responses are anonymous and the findings will be reported to Barnet CCG, who will use this to help develop the service to meet patient's needs.

Please note that the survey will be closed on 15th August 2016. You can take part here

New Advice Service for East Finchley

The resident-led Grange Big Local Partnership Board have decided to fund a new advice service, which is available from July 2016. Grange Big Local is one of 150 areas in England that have been awarded £1 million of lottery money each and residents of N2 have an opportunity to make a massive and lasting difference and to make an even better neighbourhood. The confidential, impartial and independent advice service, is being run by Citizens Advice Barnet on Friday mornings from St Mary’s Catholic Church Parish Centre at 279 High Road in East Finchley. It is currently available by appointment only, which can be arranged by calling 0300 456 8365.

For more information about Citizens Advice Barnet, and for information about Grange Big Local.

Young People’s Drug and Alcohol Service in Barnet

WDP will be delivering this service from 1 September 2016. WDP has been delivering treatment services for over 25 years and has been providing services to adults in Barnet since 2008. We are proud and excited to have been awarded this new contract in the borough.

We welcome open dialogue with all service stakeholders and want to understand what currently works well for you and any areas that you feel need improvement.

We’d like to contact you to arrange a telephone interview or visit (depending on your preference), if you are happy to get involved please contact Craig Middleton, as I would be grateful to receive your feedback.

We are also planning a stakeholder event in November 2016 and if you are interested in attending, please do let us know by emailing: [email protected].

Novus Home Share Programme

Home Share is a new pilot programme, run by Novus, which aims to support older people at home. This is an innovative programme that matches people who need help or support around the house with people who need affordable accommodation and are willing to help out. The programme helps older people to remain in their own home, keep their independence and feel more secure with live-in support. Home sharers commit to 10 hours per week doing things like cooking, cleaning, shopping, help with computers or gardening, in exchange of accommodation. More information available here and FAQs You can also find further information about Novus on www.novus-homeshare.org.uk

Urban Games 2016 Venue - The Concourse, Grahame Park Estate, NW9 5XA Date - 26th August 2016

Time - 12 – 4pm Price - Free Annual free event for kids from 4 – 19 years and their families/carers. 60 Metre race, DJ and MC, football skills, face painting, climbing wall and lots more. Download the poster here

For more information contact Nicola Barker at Barnet Homes tel: 0208 359 2910

Showtime - Memory Lane Singing Club Venue - 11 am at St Mary's Hall, Hendon Lane, Finchley Central. When - 28 October 2016 Time - 11AM Price - Free Memory Lane Singing Club presents 'Showtime', an hour of music and song for everyone. Tea and biscuits included. Disabled access. Please let us know if you are coming, as it helps us with seating plan and catering. 020 8458 4508 or [email protected]. See you there!

The Circus is Coming to Town Venue - Oak Hill Park in East Barnet EN4 8JS When - Sunday 21st August Time - Circus skills from 1.30 and a full professional show from 3.00 Price - Admission is £8 for both workshop and show or £25 for a family of four (two adults, 2 children)

As the final event in this year's Theatre in the Park events Happy's Circus will be in Oakhill Park. The big top will be set up in the café field at the corner of Church Hill Road and Parkside Gardens, and refreshments will be available at the café. Tickets can be booked in advance through PayPal on www.eastbarnetfestival.org.uk Circus tent has space for wheelchairs, but best to warn us in advance on 07071 781 745

Move Like A Pro is back and Saracens are recruiting for their next free 12 week course.

Venue - Allianz Park, NW4 1RL When - 1st August 2016 Time - Monday evenings at 6:15pm – 7:45pm or 8:00pm – 9:30pm. Price - Free These sessions are designed for males aged 30+ who are currently inactive, potentially still carrying a little extra Winter weight and want a kick start to getting fitter and healthier. Focusing on improving aerobic fitness, core muscle strength and flexibility starting off with an introduction week and gradually progressing the exercises each week. In addition to exercise, you will get exclusive access to the Saracens home changing rooms to take part in workshops to increase your knowledge of nutrition, changing behaviours towards food and alcohol and setting individual goals to achieve long term success. Further information please contact Simone Shepherd

Line Dance Venue - East Barnet Baptist Church Hall, Crescent Rd, East Barnet EN4 8PS Dates - Saturday 3rd September from Times - 6.30 pm Price - £10 each and £12 on the door

Another chance to come along to our popular Line Dance. If you have never tried it before we are sure will enjoy having-a-go. A Ploughman’s supper will be served during the evening. You can wear anything you will feel comfortable in and you don’t have to put on your boots and Stetson - but of course you can if you wish!

Community Choir Venue: Chickenshed Dates: Wed 7 Sept – Wed 19 Oct Times: 6.30pm-8.30pm. Ages: 21+ Price: £45 for series of 6 sessions or £7.50 per week pay as you go.

An ongoing series of vocal sessions at which participants can develop their singing skills as part of an ensemble. You will learn and develop vocal arrangements and gain skills, confidence and understanding about how the various parts are put together and then performed. Participants can expect a wonderful mix of songs arranged with a Chickenshed twist, and there are chances to perform throughout the year! More information available on our website

Barnet Parent Carer Forum AGM

Venue - St. Paul's Finchley N3 2PU Date - Tuesday 13th September Time - 19.30pm. Come along as a current member, enrol as a new member or even join the steering committee. The guest speaker will be Belinda Blank previously known for her wonderful work with Ambitious About Autism. Belinda has recently started The Advocacy & Support Partnership which provides qualified independent advocacy and support to parents, Carers, children and young persons with a range of needs. These issues include education, autism support, SEND, EHCP's, social care, health, transition to name but a few. For more details contact [email protected] , more information available on our website.

Trustee Training - a free course Monday 12 September 2016 - 10am to 1pm - City Hall, SE1 2AA Greater London Volunteering is delighted to invite you to our "Introduction to Trusteeship". This event is delivered by Reach with support from Team London

A free participatory workshop exploring the main roles and responsibilities of trustees. From meeting your legal obligations to providing great leadership:

 What are the key challenges?  What works?  And where can you get support?

Led by Janet Thorne, CEO of Reach, and Luke Strachan, TrusteeWorks Manager at Reach This workshop is particularly suited to new Trustees, and those considering becoming a Trustee. Click here to book your free place. Our event is supported by Team London, and run in partnership with Reach enabling us to make it free to attend. Find out more, and book your place, by clicking here to go to the event page.

Volunteering and the Law - a free course Volunteers contribute enormously to not-for-profit organisations, but if you fail to distinguish between a volunteer and employee, the consequences could be significant. How well do you understand the difference between a volunteer and worker? And what do you know about the legal implications for your organisation? In this 1/2 day course we'll consider how the legal system recognises and treats volunteers, and distinguishes them from workers. We'll also look at good practice guidance to help you understand your legal duties and take immediate measures protect your organisation and volunteers.

This course is for small to medium BAME organisations (up to 25 paid staff) with - or are about to take on volunteers, aged 18-30. It is an introductory level course, suitable for those involved in recruiting and/or managing volunteers.

Where - Voluntary Action Islington - 200A Pentonville Road, London, N1 9JP

To book Click here

Grief Encounter is offering Experiential Workshops for teachers, hospice workers, counsellors and other professionals to train people in working with bereaved children and young people. The training comprises of full day and half day workshops and you can choose to do one, two or all. Training will take place at Stephen’s House, 17 East End Road, London, N3 2QE. Half day sessions will run from 9.30am – 12.30pm and full day sessions will run from 9.30am – 3.30pm. Find out more here.

Foundation Degree in Special Education Needs and Disabilities. This an ideal opportunity for individuals who are working alongside children and young people. It is a part time evening course held at our Southgate LLDD Centre of Excellence. The course will commence in September 2016. For further information please contact Kate James or Mine Tana

Don't forget to send us your volunteering and job opportunities for circulation. Please send your information through to [email protected]

If you are looking to volunteer there are lots of opportunities available on our website.

Trustees wanted H.U.M. (Harmony’s Urban Mentors) want to recruit individuals/trustees to help to manage and shape our organisation. H.U.M. need people who are dedicated to improving the experience of Children At Risk whilst they are in the Care System. We use peer mentoring to improve the experiences of Looked After Children whilst in the care system (whether in foster placement or residential care homes) by providing a peer mentoring service of other young people who have been through the care system. It enables children to express their worries and concerns with someone they can relate to and trust. We need adults with a range of skills to participate as Trustees in the organisation and also take responsibility for numerous job roles such as the Chair, Treasure and general management and fundraising. H.U.M (Harmony’s Urban Mentoring) service is more than just a mentoring scheme. Contact Harmony on : [email protected]

Recruiting a Project Manager It's with great excitement that we're announcing a new opening on our team here at ART AGAINST KNIVES. Our award winning community project, DOLLIS DOLLS NAIL BAR has been running on Dollis Valley Estate in High Barnet since 2012; supporting over 200 young women. We provide crucial early intervention support, reducing the significant risks they face and preventing their involvement as either perpetrators or victims of violent crime. We're looking for an experienced Project Manager to drive the delivery of this high quality, high impact model of working. This is an exciting opportunity to make a long-term, transformative impact on the lives of young women living in one of London’s most isolated communities. Please find the Job Description and application information HERE Closing date 10 August.

Are you are interested in a paid job-share as the ORGANISER of the Day Centre which was established 40 years ago? It would be for one day a week, either on a Monday or a Friday. Please contact Brigid Horgan on 07923031031to arrange an informal interview.

Apprenticeship Opportunity Paiwand are seeking five 17 - 24 year refugees for 12 month apprenticeships in hospitality services based at our social enterprise near Edgware station, Calledan Catering. You can download the job description here For further information contact Daniel Milburn

Health and Social Care Teacher Required Aitch Gee Training would like to appoint a part-time experienced and committed Health and Social Care Teacher to teach the Level 2 Certificate in Health and Social Care, based in Barnet. The post would suit a semi -retired qualified teacher or a health care professional with training experience. The post requires 4.5 hours (1 day) of teaching per week (30 weeks) and work placement assessments when required for academic year 16/17. Please contact Hilary Hodis on 07931 550642 or email CV to [email protected]

We are recruiting volunteers to support our callers to our National Helpline - Can you spare 4 hours a week? Our Family Support volunteers provide empathic and non- judgemental support to callers on a variety of issues including dealing with children's behavioural problems, family separation and divorce, depression, bullying and abuse etc. We now have volunteer vacancies in Hatfield, Hertfordshire. There are opportunities for weekdays, you can choose from a morning shift, afternoon or an evening shift. We ask that volunteers have experience of parenting or working with children and young people; are good listeners and have a willingness to learn. Our training programme is excellent and will give you the opportunity to develop the skills needed to offer empathic support and guidance to callers whatever their circumstances; all shifts are overseen by a regular shift supervisor who provides ongoing support. Next training starts in September on Saturdays in September 2016 at our Hatfield office. Saturdays 17th, 24th September,1st, 8th October 2016 For more information email Sue or call 01707 630110.

This poem has been written by a BBSI member, Michael Henriques, who is totally blind.

We are the B B S I We are interested in things to do with the eye, Talks or demonstrations, sometimes ask why, We are intrigued with the arts and music too, Maybe we can be a group to include you, We need volunteers and helpers too, In every way we are grateful for what you do. When and where do we meet? In St. Mary’s Hall, Hendon Lane, there is a seat, First Tuesday of the month is our usual date With cups of tea and biscuits on a plate, For further details please contact us on the number below, Barnet Borough Sight Impaired is our name, There is no need to be shy, As we can’t see well we would like you to come and say ‘hi’, We gather socially and campaign for a better lifestyle, We think we go that extra mile Try and support everyone who has sight loss And give our own lives a little bit of gloss, We welcome you with poor sight, Know that it seems a bit of a plight, You can come with a friend or carer, So we couldn’t be fairer, Meetings start with joyful movement too, As we are interested in health and the whole of you, We’re not fitness fanatics, just expanding lifespan, By eating and drinking as well as we can. If you would like to try and give us a wiz, It may be an opportunity you cannot miss, Then please contact our secretary, Lis, Telephone: 0209 349 4705, Or email: [email protected]

The Jack Petchey Foundation funds a number of programmes, all of which support young people, aged 11- 25 throughout London and Essex. Find out more about their grants here

Comic Relief Local Communities is now open! The current theme is ‘Promote reduction of isolation and disadvantage and access to services’. Grants of between £1,000 and £10,000 will be available. The programme aims to empower local people, enabling them to create lasting change in their communities. Projects should be run by people directly affected by the issues they are dealing with and priority will be given to small, locally based groups and organisations in areas of disadvantage that have a clear understanding of the needs of their community. Deadline for applications 5pm Tuesday 6th September Please follow the link for additional information, fund guidelines and guidance notes for completing the application form.

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