WE Matter - Issue 10
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Hello and welcome to 'WE Matter', our roundup of things happening across our services and other useful information for people who use our services. We hope that it will help you feel connected to the Wirral Evolutions community.
#OneLifeLetsLiveIt
At the end of September WE were pleased to be able to resume full operating provision for the people we support after having to operate on a reduced service of alternate weeks as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
We continue to ensure a safe environment for the people we support and our workforce.
Updates can be found on our website and via our twitter and Facebook accounts
Our Corporate Services office in Wallasey can be contacted on: 0151 637 2030
You can also contact us via email admin@wirralevolutions.org
As COVID-19 restrictions have lifted, we have been able to resume some trips outside of our locations for people we support. People we support across our locations have enjoyed a variety of activities such as narrowboat trips, visits to local landmarks including the art trail in New Brighton, attending local coffee mornings in the community and enjoying nature walks.
All trips are being managed in small groups and adhering to advice for keeping safe.
In August Royden Park said goodbye to their Team Leader, Mark Humphreys, who headed to pastures new after working in Day Services for thirty years.
We wish him all the best in the future, he will be missed by the WE family. 
People with a learning disability, and their carers, can get a free flu jab from their doctor or pharmacist. Some people with autism may also be eligible for a free flu vaccination.
Our next Speak Up Be Heard meeting is scheduled for Wed 3rd November.
SUBH is a pioneering group for people we support with advocacy support from Together All Are Able. They are currently meeting virtually via Zoom due to current COVID-19 restrictions.
For details of how to join follow this link/email us admin@wirralevolution.org
We are proud of the Difference Made to the people we support every day. Our staff work hard to Improve Wellbeing and Enrich Lives.
This recent case study shows how staff supported GB to help her into a local work placement.
We continue to ensure a safe environment for the people we support and our workforce.
Updates can be found on our website and via our twitter and Facebook accounts
Our Corporate Services office in Wallasey can be contacted on: 0151 637 2030
You can also contact us via email admin@wirralevolutions.org
Activities for People We Support
As COVID-19 restrictions have lifted, we have been able to resume some trips outside of our locations for people we support. People we support across our locations have enjoyed a variety of activities such as narrowboat trips, visits to local landmarks including the art trail in New Brighton, attending local coffee mornings in the community and enjoying nature walks.
All trips are being managed in small groups and adhering to advice for keeping safe.
Open Awards Presentation
Our Best Bites service provides training and skills building for people we support in real catering and hospitality settings. Recently eight of the people we support achieved professional qualifications through Open Awards.
Well done to everyone, we're really proud of you all!
Well done to everyone, we're really proud of you all!
Goodbye and Good Luck to Mark
In August Royden Park said goodbye to their Team Leader, Mark Humphreys, who headed to pastures new after working in Day Services for thirty years.
We wish him all the best in the future, he will be missed by the WE family.
Easy Read Flu Vaccination Resources
People with a learning disability, and their carers, can get a free flu jab from their doctor or pharmacist. Some people with autism may also be eligible for a free flu vaccination.
Speak Up Be Heard
Our next Speak Up Be Heard meeting is scheduled for Wed 3rd November.
SUBH is a pioneering group for people we support with advocacy support from Together All Are Able. They are currently meeting virtually via Zoom due to current COVID-19 restrictions.
For details of how to join follow this link/email us admin@wirralevolution.org
Making a Difference to the People We Support
We are proud of the Difference Made to the people we support every day. Our staff work hard to Improve Wellbeing and Enrich Lives.
This recent case study shows how staff supported GB to help her into a local work placement.
Useful Contacts
Carers UK
Caring for a relative or friend? When caring affects you and your family Carers UK is here to provide the support and advice you need
020 7378 4999
https://www.carersuk.org/
Citizens Advice (Wirral)
Delivering information & advice to Wirral Residents
0300 33 00 111
https://citizensadvicewirral.org.uk/
Citizens Advice (National Number): 03444 111 444
Family Safety Unit
If you need help to deal with domestic abuse or violence you can contact the Family Safety Unit, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
0151 666 4914
NHS Trust Helpline for Mental Health Emergency Number
24/7 mental health helpline for urgent support, for residents of Cheshire West, Cheshire East and Wirral
0300 303 3972
Samaritans
Whatever you are going through, Samaritans offer free and confidential 24/7 support
116 123
https://www.samaritans.org/
Together All Are Able
Self advocacy support in Wirral
https://www.facebook.com/TogetherAllAreAble
toaaa@outlook.com
Wirral Change
A Black and Racial Minorities Outreach Service offering information, advice and guidance & signposting to other services for racial minority people on the Wirral
0151 649 8177
https://wirralchange.org.uk/
Wirral Coronavirus Helpline
A central helpline to help Wirral Residents during the COVID19 outbreak
0151 666 5050
Wirral Council Tax
If you are struggling to pay your bill
0151 606 2002
Wirral Food Bank
Emergency food for local people in crisis
0151 638 7090
https://wirral.foodbank.org.uk/
Wirral Mind
Mind provides support directly to people struggling with their mental health
0151 512 2200
https://www.wirralmind.org.uk/
Caring for a relative or friend? When caring affects you and your family Carers UK is here to provide the support and advice you need
020 7378 4999
https://www.carersuk.org/
Citizens Advice (Wirral)
Delivering information & advice to Wirral Residents
0300 33 00 111
https://citizensadvicewirral.org.uk/
Citizens Advice (National Number): 03444 111 444
Family Safety Unit
If you need help to deal with domestic abuse or violence you can contact the Family Safety Unit, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
0151 666 4914
NHS Trust Helpline for Mental Health Emergency Number
24/7 mental health helpline for urgent support, for residents of Cheshire West, Cheshire East and Wirral
0300 303 3972
Samaritans
Whatever you are going through, Samaritans offer free and confidential 24/7 support
116 123
https://www.samaritans.org/
Together All Are Able
Self advocacy support in Wirral
https://www.facebook.com/TogetherAllAreAble
toaaa@outlook.com
Wirral Change
A Black and Racial Minorities Outreach Service offering information, advice and guidance & signposting to other services for racial minority people on the Wirral
0151 649 8177
https://wirralchange.org.uk/
Wirral Coronavirus Helpline
A central helpline to help Wirral Residents during the COVID19 outbreak
0151 666 5050
Wirral Council Tax
If you are struggling to pay your bill
0151 606 2002
Wirral Food Bank
Emergency food for local people in crisis
0151 638 7090
https://wirral.foodbank.org.uk/
Wirral Mind
Mind provides support directly to people struggling with their mental health
0151 512 2200
https://www.wirralmind.org.uk/
28 October 2021