Volunteering...
Want to volunteer contact Allison Wood 01900 844670 or Helpline 08443 843 843.

 

New Year...
We've had a busy year at Neighbourhood Care Independence, we have organised and attended many events and met many new faces.  We have provided easy access to volunteering opportunities through the New Volunteer Hubs and Pop Up Shops etc. and provided information and advice.  There has been continuous support throughout the recent floods from many dedicated teams of volunteers and staff, thank you.
  
"We would like to take the time to thank everyone for their much needed help, we'd also like to wish everyone a Happy New Year and hope 2016 will be a peaceful and joyous year...Best Wishes!"

New Year Resolutions...
Loose weight, quit smoking, drink less alcohol, get fit, volunteer etc...New Year for some is a time reflect and for many of us a time to make New Year's resolutions, 10 tips to make your New Year's resolutions a success visit: LINK.  If you're thinking of volunteering it's a great way to get active, make a difference and feel good, for further information contact Helpline: 08443 843 843.

Volunteering...

Want to volunteer and help with the flood recovery process throughout West Cumbria contact Helpline: 08443 843 843 or visit one of our Hubs in Keswick, Workington or Whitehaven to hear about local volunteering opportunities.  New Hubs starting in Cockermouth and Millom in the New Year!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*Pictured at the Keswick Hub are Citizens Advice Allerdale, West House and West Cumbria Carers.

 

Age UK West Cumbria...
Andrew Smith at Age UK West Cumbria welcomes men to his many groups throughout West Cumbria, Andrew is looking at expanding the team at Solway House Workington.  Interested in volunteering and have some skills that may be useful, want to meet and chat to other volunteers or would like to try something different contact Andrew Smith: 01900 844670 or Helpline: 08443 843 843 for further in formation...

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*Andrew pictured above with some the "Christmas Reindeer" made by the groups...bird boxes and planters have also been made, they may also up cycle furniture etc.

Flood Volunteers...
We need volunteers to help clean - serve tea and coffee - offer a listing ear etc. throughout West Cumbria, for further details contact:
Helpline 08443 843 843 (local rate).

Churches Together...

Cumbria Foundation Flood Recovery Appeal...

Cumbria Foundation Flood Recovery Fund Appeal has raised over £3000.00 since Saturday 5th December 2015, a link to the application form and guidance for use by individuals and families is available on the front page of their website: LINK -  please note receiving completed forms by email speeds up the grant-making process.

 

Groups can also apply for grants - until they have a group formed specifically for the Flood Recovery Fund, please use the standard application form available at: LINK

Cumbria CVS are co-ordinating offers of help from individual volunteers and third sector organisations – please let them know of any services you or other third sector organisations are offering or are aware of on the ground or contact NCI HELPLINE 08443 843 843, thank you.

 

 

Copeland Citizens Advice...

Our Whitehaven and Millom offices will be open until 12pm on Thursday 24th December to deal with any emergencies...we are then closed until Monday 4th January 2016.

 

 

Derwent & Solway...
Derwent & Solway held their first Allerdale Joint Initiative Action Group at Hillside Maryport recently, the meeting was well attended by residents, Derwent & Solway staff, Cumbria County Council representatives and many organisations including Age UK West Cumbria...

Age UK West Cumbria...
No one should have no one at Christmas...come and volunteer, for further details contact Helpline: 08443 843 843.

Cumbria Compact Steering Group...
The Compact outlines the relationship between the public sector and the voluntary and community sector in Cumbria allowing them to work together more effectively to strengthen communities and improve people’s lives.  For further information contact Senior Representation OfficerJozi Brown: jozib@cumbriacvs.org.uk or click on LINK 

Ewanrigg Event...
Come along to the Ewanrigg Community Centre Maryport to find out more about volunteering, jobs and training etc. on Wednesday 25th November 2015 2pm to 4pm... 

Army Cadets...
West Cumbria Army Cadet Force Maryport held an Open Evening last night, it was well supported by family, friends, volunteers and those interested in becoming members.  There were presentations, awards and refreshments - I thoroughly enjoyed myself listening to how the young cadets enjoy being part of a team, making new friends, going on field trips and volunteering etc. It was also a great opportunity for me to meet with the Maryport Cadet Leader Sgt Hind and Major Wilkinson, our aim is to link the Army Cadets in with NCI Partners so the Cadets can gain vital volunteering experience for their Army Cadet awards/badges and also the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme.  For further information regards Army Cadets please follow links: www.facebook.com/armycadetforce or visit www.armycadets.com - first picture left to right Allison Wood (myself) and Major Wilkinson.  Second picture left to right Major Wilkinson, Allerdale Mayor Len Davis and Sgt Hind:

The Royal British Legion...
New service launching Wednesday 4th November 2015 please see details below:

 

 

Citizens Advice Allerdale...
Make a Difference at Dunmail Park Workington tomorrow 30th October 2015...come and meet Volunteer Recruiter Samantha Adewoye and Energy Champion Lyndsay Carver from Citizens Advice Allerdale.  Gather information, have an informal chat and find out more about volunteering etc...Samantha Adewoye pictured below:

Age UK West Cumbria...
Make a Difference at Dunmail Park Workington 29th October 2015, Help at Home Judith Irving and Information & Advice Chris McGee from Age UK West Cumbria provided advice and information about services and volunteering opportunities...pictured below left to right Chris and Judith:

Victim Support...
Make a Difference at Dunmail Park Workington 27th October 2015 Janet Holland from Victim Support was at hand providing information and advice...Janet Holland pictured below said "It's always worth while attending events like these, it's a great opportunity to meet people from our local communities".

Age UK West Cumbria...
Make a Difference at Dunmail Park Workington 26th October 2015...Alyson Carney and Andrew Smith from Age UK West Cumbria provided information, advice and chatted about the benefits of volunteering in west Cumbria...Alyson Carney pictured below:

Make a Difference...
Updated poster below...apologies for any inconvenience:

Make a Difference...
West Cumbria Carers Angela Longrigg had an enjoyable day at Dunmail Park Workington today, Angela stated "It's great to be given the opportunity to promote West Cumbria Carers.  I've chatted with many local people, networked, promoted services and volunteering opportunities.  A big thank you to all those who helped organise and supported the event today"...

West Cumbria Carers...
Make a Difference at Dunmail Park Workington today 11am to 3pm...come and meet Angela Longrigg and hear about West Cumbria Carers.  Gather information, have a chat and find out more about volunteering - pictured left to right are Samantha Adewoye and Angela Longrigg from West Cumbria Carers:

Make a Difference...
Meet us at Dunmail Park Workington for "Make a Difference 2015", we have five One Stop Shops organised, please see dates listed below...looking forward to seeing you there:

New Keswick Hub...
The third NCI Hub will open in Keswick next week Wednesday 14th October 2015 at Café West Keswick with Jane Holland from Victim Support West Cumbria.  Several of us gathered for the Press at Café West yesterday to promote the forth coming service to Keswick, involved in the photo-shoot were West House and some of their Café West team, Citizens Advice Allerdale, West Cumbria Carers and myself for NCI Age UK West Cumbria.  For further information about our Hubs dates etc. check the NCI Hub page on our Blog:

Grow West...
West House held a great "Fun Day" at their garden centre Grow West Allerby recently, Teresa McCall and Angela Vaughan organised the event.  They were helped by volunteers and colleagues on the day and many people supported the event.  Beautiful plants and fresh vegetables were available to buy, face painting and crafting were some of the things to do, also volunteering information and advice was supplied by myself.  If you are interested in volunteering and want further information telephone 01900 844670 and ask for Allison Wood or contact Helpline 08443 843 843, thank you.

Volunteer Fair...
Thank you to all who supported and attended the recent Volunteer Fair held at Theatre by the Lake Keswick.  Many organisations attended the event including Kerry Newham from the Royal British Legion and Janet Holland from Victim Support...please see pictured below.  For further information or advice and volunteering opportunities contact Helpline 08443 843 843.

Workington Fire Station...
Many Organisations supported the Volunteer Fair at Workington Fire Station yesterday afternoon/evening.  Age UK West Cumbria Judith Irving pictured below thoroughly enjoyed the event, a great way to network.  For more information on volunteering contact Helpline 08443 843 843 or Allison Wood 01900 844670...we'll look forward to hearing from you!

Mayor's Parlour...
The Mayor of Workington, Councillor Mrs Carole Armstrong kindly invited the Neighbourhood Care Independence Partners to a Social Afternoon in the Mayor's Parlour today 18th September 2015.  Representatives from Age UK West Cumbria, West Cumbria Carers, Allerdale Disability Association, West House, Royal British Legion, Neighbourhood Care Independence and Cumbria Community Foundation attended.

It was lovely to take time out of our busy schedules and a great privilege to meet the Mayor of Workington in the Mayor's Parlour.  All who attended today would like to forward their thanks onto the Mayor and her colleagues for a most memorable and lovely afternoon.