Third Sector Grant Scheme (Dementia Care). Small Sized Revenue Grants (up to £10k). Deadline: 5pm 17/09/21. The fund is available for projects led by voluntary and community groups/organisations based/working in Rhondda Cynon Taf and Merthyr Tydfil. It is supported by the Welsh Government Integrated Care Fund (ICF). Third Sector Grant Scheme (Dementia Care) Guidance. ICF Grant Scheme Flyer. Application Form. […]

Mrs Jones* was feeling very lonely since her mother had passed away. Also, health issues meant that she was forced to leave her job, and she was struggling with the long days with nothing to look forward to. To support her, Mrs Jones’s GP referred her to one of our Rhondda Wellbeing Coordinators, who discussed volunteering options with her. Firstly, […]

In April, May and June, we have a prize draw for people completing individual profiles on ConnectRCT.org.uk. Three people in each of those months will each win £50 in vouchers to spend in selected RCT businesses, and that now includes 41 local businesses. The incentive is helping to bring RCT residents into a community space with lots of interesting, fun […]

Download our latest newsletter here. It showcases several of the people and projects that we supported in RCT between September and December 2020. What’s more, you can read what we could do for you whether it’s boosting your wellbeing or getting your organisation the funding and advice it needs to flourish.

We have received confirmation of funding for our ICF Small Grants Scheme for 2021/2022. These grants are for voluntary and community organisations based and working in the Rhondda Cynon Taff and Merthyr Tydfil areas. They are supported by the Welsh Government Integrated Care Fund. Grants of up to £5k are available for revenue costs to: combat the impact of loneliness […]

Mr X saw a Taff Ely wellbeing coordinator in his local Jobcentre. He had initially been referred as he was caring for his wife, who had multiple physical health issues. Jobcentre staff felt that Mr X was isolated and could benefit from support with his mental health. During the consultation, Mr X disclosed that he was the victim of childhood […]

In states of distress, both Mrs V and Mrs L had been referred to a wellbeing coordinator. Both felt lonely and isolated, without friends or a social support network. In particular, Mrs V had anxiety and depression, and Mrs L had difficult personal circumstances with low overall wellbeing. The coordinator referred both to CVOA’s Ladies Sheds Project. Also she referred […]

A council occupational therapist referred Mrs P to a community coordinator to deal with her isolation. In a long phone interview, it became clear that Mrs P had very swollen feet which saw her only able to wear slippers or walk barefoot. This would prevent her visiting groups in the community. For instance, to deal with her lymphedema and arthritis […]

Mrs. T felt very vulnerable, frightened and alone. Due to the pandemic, her mental health had worsened and in escaping an abusive husband, she had become cut off from friends and family. She was alone with three children. One of them was physically abusive to her, which had worsened during lockdown. A GP referred Mrs. T to a Wellbeing Coordinator. […]

Until 18th December, we’re running two new schemes. The Great Escape schemes are designed to assist people to access RCT’s and Merthyr Tydfil’s outdoors digitally or physically. Also, there is an emphasis on supporting young people and front-line public service staff. Young People’s Great Escape Scheme ‘Small experiments with children and young people’ Are you interested in developing a project […]

Age Cymru are looking for people to join the Friend in Need telephone befriending team to connect with older people on a weekly 30 minute friendship call. By signing up to become a befriender, volunteers help reduce social isolation and loneliness in older people in our communities. Regular social interaction can help to build confidence, self-esteem and structure for someone, […]

Please find attached the latest Diabetes UK Cymru Newsletter. This edition is larger than usual as we have included updates from each of the health boards across Wales on diabetes services during covid-19 updates August Newsletter – Final