Join us for an online event to explore the Respitality model and discuss how we can start co-designing it in Wales. What is the event about? All Wales Forum and partners are hosting a conversation on the Respitality model. The event will be held virtually in Powys, from 10:30am – 12pm on the 25th of… <a href="http://www.allwalesforum.org.uk/respitality-a-conversation-on-alternative-short-break-options/">[Read More]</a>
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£500 support payment for unpaid carers
Registration is open, please check the list at the end of the post for your local authority’s link to the application form. The Welsh Government has published the guidance on how the £500 support payment for unpaid carers will roll out. To recap, it is a one-off £500 payment available for unpaid carers receiving Carers Allowance on… <a href="http://www.allwalesforum.org.uk/500-support-payment-for-unpaid-carers/">[Read More]</a>
Living through the pandemic: The impact of COVID-19 on people with learning disabilities in Wales
Coronavirus and people with learning disabilities: the study In August 2020 group of researchers and organisations who work with people with a learning disability and their families and carers across the UK started the Coronavirus and People with a Learning Disability study. This research was funded by UK Research & Innovation. The study was conducted… <a href="http://www.allwalesforum.org.uk/living-through-the-pandemic/">[Read More]</a>
Changes to TTP Policies in Wales
Summary of changes to Track, Trace & Protect Policies in Wales Changes to the requirement of follow up PCR tests From 6 January 2022 those without symptoms who test positive from an LFT will no longer be advised to take a follow up PCR test. In addition to the change above, the advice for all unvaccinated contacts has changed and… <a href="http://www.allwalesforum.org.uk/changes-to-ttp-policies-in-wales/">[Read More]</a>
Keep Wales safe as alert level 2 measures stay in place
First Minister Mark Drakeford has asked people to keep taking steps to protect each other and keep Wales safe from the wave of Omicron cases. Unfortunately, cases of coronavirus have risen sharply to their highest ever levels as the Omicron wave has surged across Wales in the post-Christmas period. Although the Omicron variant may not be as severe as… <a href="http://www.allwalesforum.org.uk/keep-wales-safe-as-alert-level-2-measures-stay-in-place/">[Read More]</a>
Carers’ Voices opportunities 2022
Happy New Year to all, We hope you all had good and safe holidays. We are “virtually” back in the office and working through our emails, if you have got in contact with us over the holidays, please bear with us, we will get back to you as soon as possible. There are new opportunities for Carers… <a href="http://www.allwalesforum.org.uk/carers-voices-opportunities-2022/">[Read More]</a>
The Welsh Government COVID-19 measures from Boxing Day 2021
The Welsh Government has today given an update to guidance for Wales around Covid measures. These will come into force from Boxing Day onward. To help you and loved ones stay safe this Christmas, the Welsh Government strongly advise everyone follows these 5 measures: * Consider limiting the number of people visiting your home… <a href="http://www.allwalesforum.org.uk/the-welsh-government-covid-19-measures-from-boxing-day-2021/">[Read More]</a>
Dear colleagues and friends…
“My Sister” – Learning Disability Awareness & Carers Week
Carers Week & Learning Disability Awareness Week 2021 “As a sibling carer, I have often felt invisible. Not to my family, who have always valued the role I play, or to my friends who recognise the highs and lows I have, and continue to work through in supporting my brother. Society though can often overlook… <a href="http://www.allwalesforum.org.uk/my-sister-learning-disability-awareness-carers-week/">[Read More]</a>
Community Tourism for Short Breaks for Carers – National Stakeholder Meeting
29th of June 13:30 – 15:00 Online Event – book your free place here or below, after some further information regarding the event and the project Caring Communities of Change The project will put learning disability family carers, third sector partners and the wider professional network at the heart of service design and delivery across… <a href="http://www.allwalesforum.org.uk/community-tourism-for-short-breaks-for-carers-national-stakeholder-meeting/">[Read More]</a>
