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RedbridgeCVS staff and board members are very sorry to hear about the recent death of local voluntary sector stalwart Chris Wilson.Chris Wilson holds his medals and letter from the kingChris was in his mid-nineties and lived a full and varied life. He served in the Kings Royal Rifle Corps during World War Two and was injured at Salerno in Italy, for which he was awarded the Military Medal, a decoration given “for bravery in battle on land” (see the photo, right, in which Chris holds his medals and letter from King George VI). After returning to civilian life he was a staunch trade unionist, and became a Justice of the Peace.

Community Sept 2016

newsletter for the community and voluntary sector in Redbridge

Chris Wilson October Network MeetingThis month’s theme:

Caring1 to 2.30pm Wednesday 5 October 2016Sandwiches from 12.30pmRedbridgeCVS 5th floor, Forest House, 16-20 Clements Rd, Ilford IG1 1BAAgenda1. Introduction and apologies2. Minutes of last meeting, matters

arising3. Reports from voluntary sector

representatives4. OrangeLine – the new free support

phone service from St Francis Hospice5. Carers Trust EHHR – supporting carers

and those with care needs6. Any other business7. Next meeting: Wednesday 5 October

Chris was a founder member of Redbridge Pensioners’ Forum, and in 2009 was awarded an MBE “for service to older people in Greater London.” In particular, Chris encouraged Redbridge Council to develop its Lifeline service for vulnerable and elderly people. In the words of John Coombes, who became Chair of the Pensioners’ Forum after Chris took on the role of President, “he should be best remembered for his work on the Lifeline, he fought long and hard to get these for the elderly, and many lives have been saved thanks to him.”Chris remained active until late in life. In 2008, for example, he joined the Development Group for what became Redbridge LiNK, which evolved into Healthwatch. It was only in 2012 that he decided to step down from the Healthwatch Board. Cathy Turland, Redbridge Healthwatch’s Chief Executive, has written that Chris “was knowledgeable, not only about the area but also about the current issues affecting people and would always focus on positive approaches to dealing with the challenges we faced.”RedbridgeCVS staff also paid tribute to Chris’s involvement in the local community, such as his regular attendance at the Redbridge Voluntary Sector Network, until his health made this impossible. Ross Diamond, Chief Executive of RedbridgeCVS, commented that “we’d like to send our condolences to those close to Chris. He was a hugely valued member of the local community and had been a major influence in the local voluntary sector. His involvement changed the world for the better, and we all feel privileged to have known him.”

Funeral detailsChris’s funeral takes place at 12 noon on Friday 7 October at South Essex Crematorium in Corbets Tey.South Essex Crematorium Ockendon Road Corbets Tey Upminster RM14 2UYPhone 01708 434433 Email cemeteries@havering.gov.ukAccess by public transportGo to Upminster Station (on the C2C and District lines). The Crematorium is 10-15 minutes walk from the station, or you can get a bus.Turn left from the station - bus stop is a few yards awayBus number 370 will stop outside the Crematorium on request. There is a bus from the station every 15 minutes.Taxi cabs are available outside the station.

RedbridgeCVS Training Courses Open for BookingBooking is now open for RedbridgeCVS training courses from September 2016 to July 2017.Highlights include:

New courses � Confidence Building Through Assertiveness � Train the Trainer � Grant Monitoring Made Simpler � Listening & Communication Skills

Discounted training when you book more than three of our Essentials courses

� Book 3 or more courses and get 10 percent off

� Book 5 or more courses and get 20 percent off

� Book 7 or more courses and get 30 percent off

More of our most popular coursesSafeguarding is a key issue for community groups – so we’re running both our Safeguarding Adults and Safeguarding Children and Young People courses three times during the year.

Get more information and book nowInformation is available in two formats:

� Browse the information on the training pages of our website

� Download our training brochure so you can print it out and read it offline

Questions, comments or suggestionsIf you have any feedback, contact Trish O’Hanlon, our Training Manager, on 020 8514 9611, or at trish@redbridgecvs.net

CoursesManaging Volunteers in Your OrganisationWeds 12 OctSafeguarding Children and Young People, level 1 Mon 31 OctFinances for Charities Thurs 17 NovHow to Develop a Strong Grant ApplicationWeds 30 NovConfidence Building through Assertiveness Mon 12 DecSafeguarding Adults, level 1 Thurs 12 JanRecruitment and Selection of Volunteers Weds 25 Jan, Mon 30 JanMeasuring Outcomes, Demonstrating Impact Thurs 9 FebSafeguarding Children and Young People, level 1 Thurs 23 Feb

Book now at www.redbridgecvs.net/training

Council opens applications for Strategic Partner fundingRedbridge Council would like to invite voluntary and community sector organisations in Redbridge to apply for Strategic Partner funding to provide services that will improve the quality of life of local residents.This funding is for organisations that:

� Have experience of engaging strategically with the Council and other public bodies to influence policy design, development and delivery of service.

� Can provide a voice and represent the interest of the community they serve by ensuring that all public bodies are informed of the views of service users and local residents.

More information is available at www.redbridgecvs.net/lbrstrategicAdvice surgeries for those interested in applying will take place on 20 October and 24 October – for full details see the RedbridgeCVS website.

Celebrate the best of our Borough: Mayor’s Community Awards 2017The Mayor of Redbridge has urged residents to honour people who have made a big difference to the Borough by nominating them for a Mayor’s Community Award.Nominations are now open for the 2017 Mayor’s Community Awards which celebrate the best of Redbridge.Outstanding residents and local organisationsCouncillor Gurdial Bhamra, Mayor of Redbridge said, “Like so many residents, I’m very proud to call Redbridge home. It’s the efforts of outstanding residents and local organisations, the people of Redbridge, that help make our Borough a unique and fantastic place.“Every single day local people do fantastic things, going above and beyond to help others. They want to make our Borough better and they make an important difference to the community, improving things for us all.“I urge you to nominate people you know who have made a real difference to our Borough.”

Awards ceremonyA panel of Councillors, officers and people from the local community will meet to shortlist the nominations and then select winners in the different award categories. The awards ceremony will be held on Thursday 23 March 2017 at a special event in Redbridge Town Hall, Ilford.

Nominations close on Friday 30 December 2016.To nominate someone or an organisation go to the Council website at www.redbridge.gov.uk

Mayor’s Awards 2016

Redbridge MS Society Says Thanks to VolunteersThe picture on the right, which the MS Society shared with their 429 followers on Twitter, shows their volunteers at a BBQ on Friday 23 September. As the MS Society say, “Good food, Good company, Good weather..what more could you ask for on a Friday afternoon?!”More and more local groups are using social media like Facebook and Twitter to get publicity for free. Lots of information is available to help you get started – look online, come on our training course next May, and you may even find magazines about Twitter in your local supermarket!

Play Park OpensBenton Play Park in Seven Kings opened on 15 September. iThe Park ncludes a floodlit multi-use games area, outdoor gym, play space and car park as well as plants, trees and wildlife-friendly landscaping. The project cost almost £300,000 and funders included Redbridge Council, Vision Redbridge and Sport England. The park provides a place for children to play in an area which lacked spaces where they could do so safely. Congratulations to Roger Backhouse and the other trustees!

Healthwatch Calls on Council to Make Plan AccessibleThe Redbridge Plan is an important and controversial document which sets out plans for the provision of new homes around the borough. Cathy Turland of Healthwatch Redbridge has pointed out that this long and complex document, which runs to 184 pages, isn’t accessible to many local people – such as anyone with learning difficulties or those who have English as a second language. Cathy suggested that information could be made available in different areas about plans for that area, in different formats such as posters. Healthwatch produces many materials in “easy-read” format, and have found that they are popular with a wide range of people.

Cathy Turland, Healthwatch Chief Executive

Benton Play Park is declared open

Relaxing at the barbecue

Events CalendarNewbridge School Autumn Fete2-5pm, Saturday 8 October Main Hall, Barley Lane Campus (opposite King George Hospital)Entrance free. Games, Toys, Books, Tombola, Jewellery, Bric-a-Brac, Face Painting, Human Fruit Machine, Refreshments, Food from different cultures, Chocolate Fountain, Big Band Music, Free “Mystery Prize” draw! And lots more!

Abundance Day12-4pm, Sunday 9 October Forest Farm Peace Garden, Hazelbrouck Gardens, Hainault IG6 2XLFree event. Food fermenting workshop, foraging walk, family activities and more! For more information contact 020 8477 1655 or info@forestfarmpeacegarden.org

Have Your Say on Arthritis Treatment2-5pm, Thursday 13 October Lecture Theatre One, Education Centre, Queen’s HospitalWhat do you think of rheumatology services? What would you like to see change? What suggestions do you have to improve the patient experience? Don’t complain! Be positive and do something about your concerns by giving your views to make the changes.

Pumpkin Plod for Haven House2pm, Sunday 23 OctoberThe Pumpkin Plod is back for its third year and it will be even bigger and better than the last! With a choice of a 2k or 5k walk through the forest, it really is the perfect sponsored event for the whole family.For more information contact Joanne Lazarus, Community and Events Fundraiser, 020 8498 5849

Free Autism Awareness Training10.30-11.30am, Wednesday 26 October 25 Woodbine Place, Wanstead, E11 2RHSycamore Trust is delighted to announce their next set of award winning Autism Ambassador Presentations. Book at http://bit.ly/2d6UvjCFamily Fun Day11am-4.30pm, Thursday 27 October

Tell Us about Your Events!Every week we send out information about forthcoming events in eNews, which reaches over 500 people. And we Tweet about events and other news to our 870 followers. All of which means local groups getfree publicity!Send information and photos to colin@redbridgecvs.net

Funding DiaryFunding to tackle poverty and inequalityFunding for work that develops new and imaginative ways of addressing the root causes of London’s social problems – particularly around employment, advice, social justice, violence and supporting small groups..More information: http://bit.ly/2dfKKfEzClosing date: Monday 10 October

Funding to prevent hate crimesThe Home Office is looking to fund innovative programmes that help to prevent hate crime and issues associated with it. £300,000 is available to fund 6 to 8 projects.More information: http://bit.ly/2d9tnYYxClosing date: Friday 14 October

Funding for digital projects with a social impactNominet Trust offers early-stage investment typically of between £15,000 and £50,000 to social entrepreneurs and charitable organisations who are looking to develop new ideas to use digital technology for social benefits.More information: http://bit.ly/2drxGTjClosing date: Tuesday 25 October

Music grants for older peopleConcertina makes grants of up to £250 to charitable bodies which provide musical entertainment and related activities for the elderly. Concertina is particularly keen to support smaller organisations which might otherwise find it difficult to gain funding.More information: http://bit.ly/2cKX7RsClosing date: Monday 31 October

Redbridge Council Strategic Partner FundFunding for voluntary and community sector organisations in Redbridge to help improve the quality of life of local residents. Organisations

must have experience of engaging strategically with the Council and other public bodies to influence policy design, development and delivery of service, and must be able to provide a voice and represent the interests of the community they serve.More information: http://bit.ly/2dkAn8mClosing date: Thursday 3 November

Legal support for young migrantsNot for profit organisations and private law firms that work with young migrants can apply for grants of up to £30,000 through the Strategic Legal Fund for Vulnerable Young Migrants.More information: http://bit.ly/2cCf3iDClosing date: Monday 14 November

Work with disadvantaged young peopleFunding for registered charities (or those in the process of application) which work with disadvantaged young people (aged 5 to 30 years).More information: http://bit.ly/2df4aRSClosing date: Wednesday 30 November

Children or young peopleNot for profit organisations can apply for grants of up to £10,000 through the BBC Children in Need Small Grants programme. Grants are available for projects that help children and young people experiencing illness, distress, abuse or neglect, any kind of disability, behavioural or psychological difficulties, and/or living in situations of deprivation.More information: http://bit.ly/ZZL2R54VClosing date: Thursday 1 December

RedbridgeCVS inspiring everyone to play a part in a caring, vibrant community

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RedbridgeCVS exists to support voluntary and community groups in the London Borough of Redbridge.

RedbridgeCVS is a charity which exists to support other local voluntary groups. Our services include:

� information about local groups, events, jobs and funding, delievered through our website, our weekly email newsletter and our bimonthly publication Community

� support with fundraising – our Community Fundraiser had helped local groups raise almost a million pounds.

� training on the topics that are really important for small groups, in small, friendly groups, with discounts the more you book

� help from Volunteer Centre Redbridge with finding volunteers for your group, and helping your group to work with them effectively

� representing voluntary groups in meetings with bodies like Redbridge Council and the NHS

� meetings where you can get to know other local groups and share best practice

� advice about the policies and procedures you need, and how to plan your work

� affordable and good-quality room hire and photocopying

� projects to help local communities improve their health and fitness

Join RedbridgeCVSMembership is free: we invite all community groups to join if they are based in Redbridge or work with Redbridge people. Some of our services are only available to members, and members get a discount on fees, such as those for training or room hire.

More about RedbridgeCVSSee our website at

www.redbridgecvs.netor ring us on

020 8553 1004