community development

Liz Matthews
19 December 2024

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Community Spirit with Festive Events at the Haydon Wick Haven and Memory Café

Community Spirit with Festive Events at the Haydon Wick Haven and Memory Café https://haydonwick.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Haven-Mem-Christmas-Events.png 2333 1750 Liz Matthews Liz Matthews https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/3c218b56a6fa3d8df354fa71beb70533e452920ca3bf5dad7bf5eacb9ca1ed8c?s=96&d=mm&r=g 19 December 2024 20 December 2024

Haydon Wick Parish Council has wrapped up 2024 with a series of successful community events, bringing together seniors and those living with dementia for festive celebrations that exemplify the council’s commitment to fostering an inclusive, supportive community.

The Haven, the council’s dedicated group for residents, hosted two special December events designed to combat isolation and create meaningful connections. The month began with a Christmas Buffet and Quiz on December 2nd, followed by a vibrant Bingo and Festive Raffle session on December 16th. These bi-weekly meetups have proven to be a vital social connection for many members, supported by a convenient door-to-door transport service ensuring accessibility for all.

The Memory Café, specialising in support for people living with dementia and their companions, hosted particularly memorable events this month. On December 11th, participants engaged in creative Christmas crafts, decorating tree candle holders while enjoying performances by ‘Even More,’ who delivered a delightful mix of classics and traditional folk songs. The session also included important health initiatives, with NHS nurses providing COVID and flu vaccinations to community members and staff.

The Memory Café’s year culminated in a spectacular celebration on December 18th, featuring bellringers, a special visit from Father Christmas distributing community-donated raffle prizes, and an uplifting performance by the Arval choir. The event was enhanced by homemade treats and concluded with a Christmas meal at Toby Carvery on December 19th.

Both programs will resume in the new year, with The Haven’s first 2025 session scheduled for Monday, January 6th. The Memory Café resumes on January 8^th. New members are always welcome to join either group.

Liz Matthews
16 December 2024

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Delivering Christmas Cheer!

Delivering Christmas Cheer! https://haydonwick.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Christmas-deliveries.png 2333 1750 Liz Matthews Liz Matthews https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/3c218b56a6fa3d8df354fa71beb70533e452920ca3bf5dad7bf5eacb9ca1ed8c?s=96&d=mm&r=g 16 December 2024 20 December 2024

“Haydon Wick Parish Council Successfully Delivers Annual Christmas Parcels to Senior Residents”

The Haydon Wick Parish Council has once again brought festive cheer to the community through its annual Christmas Parcel Scheme, successfully delivering 153 parcels to senior residents living alone in the parish.

On Saturday, December 14th, 2024, a dedicated team of councillors, staff, and volunteers came together to pack and deliver parcels containing festive food, toiletries, and essential winter supplies to residents aged over 70 who live independently.

The initiative, which begins each September, involves extensive coordination with local suppliers for sponsorship and donations, managing parcel applications, and organising 15 delivery routes. The Council extends its heartfelt gratitude to this year’s supporters, including Morrisons, Aldi, the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Juniper Stores, Rialtas Business Solutions, Farm Foods, Asda, Haydon Wick Sea Scouts, Better Bargains Warehouse and local parishioners. Special thanks also go to the wonderful volunteers who gave up their time to pack and deliver the parcels to residents.

Councillor Vinay Manro, Chairman of the Council, emphasised the broader impact of the initiative: “This annual Christmas Parcel project goes beyond simple deliveries. It provides an invaluable opportunity to check on our most vulnerable residents, we engage in conversation and connect them with other community events and support services. It stands as one of the most significant dates in our Council’s community calendar which we are fortunate to play a part in.”

The Council takes pride in its year-round community engagement through initiatives such as the Haven, the Memory Café, and Companions Café, which continue to enhance residents’ wellbeing and foster community connections.

Adding a special touch to this year’s parcels, 10-year-old Abbie from a local primary school won the Christmas card design competition with her creation of ‘Polly the Parish Penguin.’ As the winner, Abbie received merchandise featuring her design, including Christmas cards, a tote bag, tea towel and a stocking with a few extra goodies. Her card was placed inside the parcels, on behalf of the children living or attending school in Haydon Wick.

RCCG volunteer Adun Ikponmwosa reflected on the project: “Being part of this annual tradition is truly an honour. Bringing joy to our senior residents during the Christmas season is deeply rewarding and captures the true spirit of season”.

The Parish Council concludes another successful year of community service and extends warm wishes for a Merry Christmas and a Prosperous New Year to all residents.

Liz Matthews
8 April 2024

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Temporary Parks & Open Spaces Operatives Wanted

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Join the team!

Temporary Parks & Open Spaces Operatives Wanted (x2)

We’re looking for two people to help take care of our Parks and Open spaces. The job involves all types of landscaping, horticulture work and general maintenance on land owned by the Council. As part of the team, you’d need to make sure work is completed properly and to a high standard. You’ll be working closely with the Head of Parks & Open Spaces, helping them to deliver a service that reflects the Parish Council Gold Award standards. Part of the role is also about finding ways to improve how we do things and make it all run smoother. Safety is a big priority too – you’d need to keep an eye out for any risks, carry out proper risk assessments, and always follow safe working practices. If you’re up for getting your hands dirty maintaining and improving our community’s great open spaces, then we want to hear from you.

These seasonal roles are starting Tuesday, 7^th May and ending Friday, 2nd August 2024.

Interviews will be held on Friday, 26^th April 2024.

Apply now for this temporary opportunity with Haydon Wick Parish Council. Email your CV and cover letter to: Dave Hunt, Head of Parks and Open Spaces Team at: POSTManager@haydonwick.gov.uk

Click here to read full details

Liz Matthews
21 March 2024

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Parish Councillor Vacancy

Parish Councillor Vacancy https://haydonwick.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Vacancy-Councillor2-1.png 1167 875 Liz Matthews Liz Matthews https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/3c218b56a6fa3d8df354fa71beb70533e452920ca3bf5dad7bf5eacb9ca1ed8c?s=96&d=mm&r=g 21 March 2024 21 March 2024

Become a Haydon Wick Parish Councillor: Co-option Vacancy

Haydon Wick Parish Council is seeking a dedicated individual to serve as a Parish Councillor and help shape the future of our community.

As a Parish Councillor, you will:

Represent the interests of the parish and the community
Influence important local issues like planning, environment, transport and community facilities
Work alongside community groups to improve the parish
Have a voice in how council tax money is invested in local services and amenities
Attend meetings, engage with residents, and make decisions that will have a real impact on the community.

It’s a rewarding way to give back and ensure our parish remains a vibrant, desirable place to live, work and raise a family.

If you are passionate about improving our community with a few hours (or more!) each month to volunteer, we encourage you to put yourself forward. Any qualifying Haydon Wick resident can become a candidate.

For more information on roles, responsibilities and how to get involved, contact Georgina Morgan-Denn, Chief Officer/Clerk at clerk@haydonwick.gov.uk.

Make your voice heard – Become a Haydon Wick Parish Councillor today!

Please apply through the form below:

Councillor Application

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To qualify, you must:

Be a UK/Commonwealth/Irish/EU citizen
Be at least 18 years old
Either live in the parish, live within 3 miles of the parish, work in the parish, or have lived/owned property in the parish within the last year

You cannot become a councillor if:

You have been convicted of a crime with a prison sentence of 3+ months in the last 5 years
You have been declared bankrupt
You are employed by the Parish Council

As a councillor, you’ll need to attend bi-weekly meetings (minimum 4 hours per month). And support working parties.

There are allowances available to cover travel/subsistence costs when on council duties.

To apply:
1. If possible attend the Annual Parish Meeting (26th March, 6-8pm) to learn more
2. Contact current councillors with any questions
3. Complete the application form above
4. Submit a cover letter explaining why you want to become a councillor

The council will vote on your application or invite you for a conversation.

Interviews are scheduled to take place week commencing 8th April 2024

Georgina Morgan-Denn
11 October 2023

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The Parish Council is excited to announce that it has a vacancy

The Parish Council is excited to announce that it has a vacancy https://haydonwick.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/vacancy.png 652 496 Georgina Morgan-Denn Georgina Morgan-Denn https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/86720b6552d1081447e5765e596ef00f25d359d874727de93ee6c522b559facc?s=96&d=mm&r=g 11 October 2023 11 October 2023

The Parish Council is excited to announce that it has a vacancy for a

Youth and Community Development Co Ordinator

Permanent, Full Time (35 hours per week), Job share considered.

SCP Band 13-17 (£24,948 – £26,845) (£13.71 – £14.75 per hour).
*NJC Pay Award Pending.

This exciting opportunity is for an experienced and confident Youth & Community Co Ordinator. They will support the Community Development Officer in continuing to deliver successful community engagement activities as directed by the Council’s Community Development Committee.

The role will be demanding, but highly rewarding, and best suited to an individual with some youth and community experience. You will be highly organised, have a proven ability to work with all sectors of the community, councillors and stakeholders. Having the experience to draw on you will have the confidence, drive, and ambition to make Haydon Wick a desirable place to live and work.

To download the Job Description and Person Specification, click here.

If you think this is the position for you, we would love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a covering letter to Kate New at: CDOfficer@haydonwick.gov.uk