West End third sector meeting #dundeewestend

Are you a third sector organisation in the West End that would like to meet new people and other third sector organisations to work together more collaboratively for the benefit of the community?

If so, why not attend the West End Third Sector Network meeting taking place tomorrow – Thursday 8th December – between 10am to 12 noon at the Corso Street Sheltered Lounge.
 
To book a place or for more information contact Katie Angus – contact details are in the poster.




Get local support – a useful new resource for vulnerable people

GetLocalSupport.org is connecting vulnerable people with volunteers approved by volunteer organisations.


It is currently in a test phase and although it will be rolled out across the country in time, it is currently offering support only to vulnerable people based in Dundee.   It is being supported by Dundee Volunteer and Voluntary Action.

Some of the things people can request are :

+ A conversation with someone
+ Pick up shopping
+ Pick up a prescription
+ Walk my dog
+ Digital skills assistance

You can read more at www.GetLocalSupport.org and make a request for assistance there too.


New online craft club

Details below of a new online craft club – all welcome :





Important energy information over the festive period


With thanks to Dundee Volunteer and Voluntary Action


Pen Friends Project!


From Dundee Volunteer and Voluntary Action :

“We are pleased to announce a collaboration with the Companionship Society at the University of Dundee and are overwhelmed by the number of students keen to be pen friends with older people.  They have their pens and notepads poised but we need pen friends for them to write to.   Can you help?  

Why not make it our New Year’s resolution to sign up to something completely different and make friends with someone you wouldn’t normally be in contact with.  

Do you know someone who might like to do this?  Why not sign up yourself or refer a friend.  You will be matched up with people bases on your hobbies and favourite pastimes.  

We will provide you with paper and stamps and you can reply at your own leisure.  

Get in touch on with Clare on 07983 707168 or Jordan on 07983 706626 if you would like to find out more.”