Moving Forward Cookstown and Magherafelt Volunteer Centre is offering FREE Personal Development Workshops

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1 L inking those who need help in the community w ith those who want to help October 2012 Volunteer focus Moving Forward Cookstown and Magherafelt Volunteer Centre is offering FREE Personal Development Workshops We are offering a new programme which will combine Reach for the Stars and Pharmacy workshops. This programme is aimed at those who feel they lack confidence and have low self esteem. If you feel that you are not living up to your full potential and want to take charge of your life then this programme might just be for you. It will support you to develop your confidence and self belief in conjunction with a local pharmacist who will help you manage your health. There will be opportunities to take part in activities such as crafts, walking, photography, etc. Those who participate will help guide the programme so you can get the best out if it for yourself. The programme is open to everyone over 18 years. If you are interested in Moving Forward please contact Michele on

2 Latest Vacancies If you re interested in any of the vacancies please contact the relevant office for further information : Barbara at the Magherafelt Office barbara@cookstownmagherafeltvc.org or Joanne at the Cookstown Office joanne@cookstownmagherafeltvc.org or THE BASE The Base Magherafelt, Cookstown or Antrim AccessNI check required 18+ The primary function of the Base is to maintain friendships and/or develop new friendships. It acts as a base for leisure and social activities within the local community for adults with learning disabilities. The Base aims to have a team of volunteers to complement and support the work of the Base Co-ordinator. Volunteers assist the Base users to engage in weekly activities such as leisure, crafts and sporting activities. Do you have a skill that you would like to share with them such as knitting arts and craft... The promotion of opportunities, in the heart of the local community, for adults with a learning disability Barnardos, Magherafelt Shop Assistant 16+ We are a children s charity and through our retail shop we fund the services that help the UK s most vulnerable and disadvantaged children. General shop work - working on till, sorting through donations and dealing with the general public. Using the steamer could also be an option. There are many opportunities to receive training e.g. till training, merchandising skills, customer service, team building.

3 PDSA is the UK s leading veterinary charity and we are looking to recruit Volunteer Retail Assistants at new charity shop in Church Street, Ballymena. Volunteering can be a great way to meet new people, have fun and brush up on old skills whilst learning new ones. For those looking to volunteer whilst job searching, we offer a comprehensive training scheme which provides an excellent record of skills gained to show prospective employers. We also offer a Key Volunteer scheme where volunteers can work through additional topics at a higher level. Our Key Volunteers will gain skills in cash handling, banking and management of staff. Anyone interested can call the PDSA National Volunteering Centre on freephone for more information and an information pack, or volunteers@pdsa.org.uk We re open Monday to Friday, 9.00am 5.00pm but also have a 24hr answer-phone. All prospective volunteers will be asked to complete an enrolment form, provide two referees and attend an informal interview. Cookstown Multiple Sclerosis Help & Support Group Support Group Volunteer Age 18+ We are a charitable organisation that facilitates a group of individuals to meet together in order to improve the quality of their lives. Anyone who has been diagnosed with MS can join (& also their families & carers) who live in Cookstown area. Members can meet with each other & have a chat & cup of tea & exchange views on their condition & general health. The group offers treatments such as physio, reflexology, oxygen therapy, reiki & acupuncture. The group also includes a fully qualified counsellor. Social benefits include evenings out, networking with other groups, day trips, group meals & fundraising events. We require volunteers who can assist our members at the weekly meetings, help with tea/coffee, assist members to & from bathroom & also take them to & from therapies we have on that day.

4 Are you interested in joining Guiding - the largest volunteer led charity for girls and young women in the UK? Position: Location: Time: Assistant Guide Leader Castledawson Parish Hall 1½ hours per week Skills required: Enthusiasm Desire to work with young people Flexibility Benefits to you: You will show you have leadership and teamwork skills, commitment and reliability Experience: None required as on the job training is provided For further details contact Hilary on

5 Youth and Schools, Humanitarian Education Volunteer 18+ The British Red Cross helps people in crisis, whoever and wherever they are. We are part of a global voluntary network, responding to conflicts, natural disasters and individual emergencies. We enable vulnerable people in the UK and abroad to prepare for and withstand emergencies in their own communities. And when the crisis is over, we help them to recover and move on with their lives. Humanitarian Education explores issues and values that enable young people to understand, cope with and respond to crises so that they are more resilient in a crisis. The delivery is done in schools and other youth settings. Humanitarian Education volunteers deliver interactive sessions on a variety of topics such as the impact of conflict, migration, living with HIV and Aids and the work of the Red Cross. The sessions are designed to develop a range of skills, attitudes and abilities that help make young people resilient. These are focused on improving young people s communication, their ability to work with others, their capacity to manage themselves, their ability to take action and their capacity to deal with uncertainty. This is a regional Humanitarian Education volunteer role. Volunteers must be free to attend training on the following dates (10.00am pm) in Moneymore. 23rd Oct 30th Oct & 6th Nov 13th Nov - Welcome workshop, safeguarding and volunteer registration - Humanitarian Education Presenter Training - Humanitarian Education Workshops Training For further information contact Gemma Robinson on or gemmarobinson@redcross.org.uk The deadline for applying for this volunteer role is 17th October 2012.

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7 LILAC (Living is Life After Cancer) was established in 2003 in response to an identified need in our community for emotional support for cancer sufferers and their families. Volunteers Urgently Needed Charity Shop Volunteers Age 16+ LiLAC is appealing for volunteers to help out in their new charity shop in Molesworth Street, Cookstown. The opening hours are 9.00am 5.00pm Monday Saturday. It s a great opportunity to meet people and help a local organisation raise vital funds for a worthy cause. Admin Volunteers Age 16+ Volunteers are required to help out in the office based on Union Street, Cookstown. Duties would entail answering the telephone, filing and assisting the manager to organise various fundraising events. Some admin experience would be preferred but not essential.

8 Calling All Millennium Volunteers! Have you reached 50, 100 or 200hrs? For further information or to get your certificate processed contact: Barbara Kennedy in the Magherafelt Volunteer Centre office Telephone: Date for Diary: Celebration Evening and AGM Cookstown and Magherafelt Volunteer Centre will be holding their annual Celebration Evening and AGM on Thursday 8 November Invites will be posted out within the next two weeks directly to all our partner organisations and we have asked them to pass onto their volunteers.

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11 Down s Syndrome Association ( I Office) Unit 2 Marlborough House 348 Lisburn Road Belfast BT9 6GH MAKATON TRAINING FOR PARENTS/CARERS As seen on BBC Something Special (ALSO SUITABLE FOR CLASSROOM ASSISTANTS/SUPPORT WORKERS ETC) Saturday 27 October 2012 Stages 1 & 2 Saturday 17 November 2012 Stages 3 & 4 This is a practical 2 day workshop for those who need to use makaton* in everyday situations. AT: DSA NI offices Marlborough House Belfast. Telephone or lively.claire@googl .com to book a place asap. * Makaton is a complete communication programme which can help those with learning disabilities eg. Downs syndrome, Autism, PDD, speech difficulties to communicate through a system of sign, speech & symbols for further information visit

12 Nominations open for Credit Union Young People Awards Chapter 3, ILCU is proud to present its third annual Young People Awards to recognise young people s achievements in their communities. The event is open for all to nominate. If you feel you know someone in your community/school/youth group who deserves special recognition for their contribution, then please fill out a nomination form for one of the special awards which include: Young Carer: Someone who gives of themselves to care for other(s). Overcoming Adversity: A young person or group who has overcome a difficult situation to better their own life and lives of those around them. Community Spirit: A young person or group who can show how they contributed to their community through commitment by volunteering. Leadership Award: A young person who is prepared to take a leading role to encourage others to get involved in the community. Young Artist/Performer: A young person who shows special talent in their chosen field Art/Music/Drama/Comedy. Young Sport Person: Someone who shows special talent in sport as an individual or part of a team. Young Person of the Year: Someone who has made an exceptional contribution to their community, school, youth group or home. We would also like to acknowledge and celebrate individuals/organisations that make a difference in their local community and also provide a fantastic service to young people. These awards include: Youth Worker of the Year: A youth worker who has supported young people on their development. Volunteer of the Year: A person who has given their time to any organisation or a good cause. The ceremony will be held at The Europa Hotel, Belfast. The evening will consist of the awards presentation followed by buffet dinner for all the finalists and those who nominated them. All nominations should be submitted by Friday 5 October, marked for the attention of John Mc Candless to Newington Credit Union, Duncairn Gardens, Belfast, BT15 2GF. Application forms can be found in your local Credit Union or online at

13 Mindwise Up for Work Project This project aims to develop the confidence, life skills and work skills of clients with mild moderate mental health problems by offering them accredited training, employability training, confidence building skills and one to one support. The project will also provide work placements in a gardening project in Magherafelt. NPTC Level 2 Work-based Horticulture If participants wish they could work toward evidence and practice based assessment with approx 2 pages of written work per unit to work towards obtaining a NVQ Level 2 in Horticulture. There are 3 levels of Award: Award (4 units), Certificate (8-10 units), Diploma (12 units). The NVQ Level 2 course takes approximately one year to complete. Other areas that will be covered within the training include; Exploring Enterprise Programme, this is aimed at providing participants with knowledge relating to starting a business and becoming self-employed Health and Safety Training Manual Handling Training Emergency First Aid Training Other training that may be included; Essential Skills and ICT Computer Training The criteria for referrals are as follows: Aged 18 or over Unemployed Have a mild to moderate mental health condition Contact Details Christine Protheroe Employment Support Officer Barry McCabe Horticulture Instructor Tel: Christine.protheroe@mindwisenv.org

14 Bereavement Support Groups Caring for those who have been bereaved by suicide Support Group 2012/13 dates First Monday of the month At The Hope Centre, 7-11 Broughshane Street Ballymena Second last Tuesday of the month At The Sandel Centre, Newbridge Road, Coleraine 7.30pm-9.30pm For more information contact: Tel: or

15 Meet the Team Michele Roy Joanne Barbara Deadline for next edition: 22 October Cookstown Volunteer Centre Magherafelt Volunteer Centre 6 Loy Street 55 Rainey Street Cookstown Magherafelt BT80 8PE BT45 5AF info@cookstownmagherafeltvc.org Disclaimer: Cookstown and Magherafelt Volunteer Centre cannot accept any responsibility for the accuracy of information or deadlines herein contained. Articles do not necessarily reflect the view of the Cookstown and Magherafelt Volunteer Centre.