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All organisations of or for older people are invited to send two representatives to a conference addressing some of the current problems facing older people in Wandsworth on Wednesday 16 November at 10.30 for 10.45 am at Anchor Church Centre, 273 Garratt Lane, SW18 4DU.
The Conference will be addressed by Cllr Simon Hogg, Leader of Wandsworth Council who will talk on some of the priorities of the Council for the next year or two.
There will also be speakers on the help available for people who are concerned how they will survive through the winter with the expected increase in energy costs.
After lunch there will be speakers from the new commissioners of NHS in Wandsworth.
There will be plenty of time for questions and discussion and a report will be prepared which will go to the Council and the new NHS Board.
The Wandsworth Health and Wellbeing Board is a partnership between Wandsworth Council, local GPs, the Integrated Care Board (responsible for commissioning and overseeing health services) and the voluntary sector. Closer working between Wandsworth Council and local health professionals presents the opportunity to improve the lives of Wandsworth residents and promote a healthier borough. The focus of the board is to:
This is a unique opportunity for someone with an understanding of health and social care issues in the borough to influence the strategic direction of our local services on behalf of the voluntary sector. Do you want to ensure the knowledge and experience of our sector is heard? Do you want to help shape inclusive, effective services which work for all?
We are looking for someone, prepared to work alongside the VSCS to ensure that the voluntary sector contribution to the Health and Wellbeing Board and the feedback from the Board is communicated effectively to the voluntary sector and to our statutory partners.
Time to start thinking – is this a role for you?
Here are the papers relevant to the Health & Wellbeing Board voluntary sector representative election:
If you have any questions about the election, please contact Julie Bristow, julie@wandcareall.org.uk
Please submit your nomination to Julie Bristow by Monday 31 October.
October marks the start of Black History Month and Wandsworth Council is putting on a programme of events that will be unrivalled compared to previous years.
Cllr Kemi Akinola is deputy leader of the Council and is of Grenadian and Nigerian heritage.
She said: “I’m very proud to be the first Black woman to be deputy leader of Wandsworth Council and to be launching what will be our best ever celebration of the achievements of Black people across the borough.
“We want to encourage people to learn about Black history which is British history. Even though this is usually celebrated during one month in October, we feel in Wandsworth that the accomplishments and culture of Black people should be recognised all year round – so this year we are doing Black History Month 365.”
Over the coming weeks the council will be hosting a series of events, including talks, workshops, art showcases, history, music, dance and food. It will also be shining a light on Black people within the community who are making a real difference for Wandsworth.
The theme this year is “Time for Change: Action Not Words”, emphasising that to get to a better tomorrow, we can’t just focus on the past. The past is in the past. We can acknowledge and learn from it, but to improve the future, we need action, not words. We need to come together around a shared common goal to achieve a better world for everyone.
See the full programme of what’s going on
Among the highlights will be
The range of activities on offer follow on from events that have been underway this year including:
Cllr Akinola added: “This year everyone will enjoy our best ever celebration of Black history and culture, bringing people together to discuss issues that really affect the Black dispora and putting on a wide ranging programme of activities and events all across the borough..”
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