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Third Sector News

Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway to help say thanks during Volunteers’ Week

Third Sector Dumfries and Galloway will be helping to pay tribute to the work of volunteers, active both during the COVID-19 crisis and every day across the region. – read more

£205,104 Lottery money to help 13 Dumfries and Galloway organisations

Third sector organisations across the region are to benefit from the latest round of money from the National Lottery Community Fund. – read more

13 community projects in Dumfries and Galloway benefit from Wellbeing Fund

Over £230,000 has been given so far in the region for projects delivering mental health support and wellbeing services for people who are feeling isolated during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. – read more

Coronavirus related news
Volunteers helping to Touch Base with isolated residents
Lockdown begins to ease in Phase 1 – physical distancing and staying at home still key to tackling COVID-19
Hate crime reporting must continue during COVID-19 pandemic
Communities alive with new army of volunteers
Test and Protect introduced in fight against COVID-19
Guidance for care employers to support BAME staff during COVID-19
Wellbeing Hub provides support to health and social care workers

Other news
Competition asks children to say Thank You to region’s volunteers
Coastal communities to capitalise on Scottish Crown Estate money
Free learning bites webinars from Volunteer Scotland from June to October
Sight loss charity launches new virtual ‘ask the expert’ service
Free sanitary products available for all ages across Dumfries and Galloway
Dumfries and Galloway Hard of Hearing look for trustees
The Guild to Pop-Up online with shop in June
Reclaiming Our Heritage – Mental Health Foundation project
Independent Age Grants Fund: Reaching older people most likely to be missing out

Jobs
Care Support Worker, Turning Point Scotland (Dumfries) – Sunday May 31
Provide support across Turning Point Scotland and undertake a range of duties in services; in line with the needs of the service and service users to ensure the safe and effective running of care critical services at this unprecedented time. – read more
Service Coordinator Wigtownshire, Turning Point Scotland – Wednesday June 3
The post holder will work with the Service Manager to lead, direct and manage the day to day operations within the service and provide line management support to the staff team. – read more

Support Practitioner, Richmond Fellowship Scotland (Dumfries) – Thursday June 4
Support individuals with a variety of different needs such as physical and/or learning disabilities, mental health, alcohol or substance abuse and autism. – read more

Operational Development Manager, Upper Eskdale Development Group – Monday June 15
The post holder will Proactively manage day-to-day operations of all facilities, to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the Eskdalemuir Community Hub along with several other responsibilities. – read more

Support Practitioners, Turning Point Scotland (Dumfries/Lockerbie/Castle Douglas) – Friday June 26Provide support and assistance to people who the charity supports in accordance with their support plans and service aims. – read more

Support Practitioners, Turning Point Scotland (Kirkcudbright/Newton Stewart) – Friday June 26
Provide support and assistance to people who the charity supports in accordance with their support plans and service aims. – read more

Relief Workers, Turning Point Scotland (Kirkcudbright/Newton Stewart) – Friday June 26
Provide support and assistance to people who the charity supports in accordance with their support plans and service aims. – read more

Events and Training
Gambling education training for those working with under 25s (Online) – Monday June 1 / Wednesday June 10
This webinar will engage practitioners in learning about how gambling affect the health and wellbeing of young people. – read more

Shaping the future of Loch Ken (Online) – Thursday June 4
An online forum will be held to update everyone on progress being made and seek input on shaping the future for Loch Ken. – read more

Community Rights to Buy (Dumfries) – Tuesday September 8
Event from Scottish Government’s Community Land Team to inform interested parties about community right to buy. – read moreSend us your events to advertise for free

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