Somerset Micro-providers

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZH3urPzPQgI&t=11s Find out how Micro-providers in Wiveliscombe are creating a social care future we all want :-)

'WiveyCares' - How a small Somerset town grew its care and volunteer workforce Wiveliscombe - or ‘Wivey’ as it’s known to locals - is a small town in Somerset which responded to the crisis in care by creating a ‘connector’ scheme signpo...

Just a quick reminder that our Enterprise Advisors are out and about with information about how to become a Micro-Provider, as well as other employment options in the local care and support sector.

We've got lots of Talking Cafe visits scheduled next week, starting with Williton Pavilion on Tuesday 31st Jan. You don't need to book an appointment, you can just drop in. For details on where to find us visit our website https://buff.ly/3Xvv7VN

Claire Searle will be in Bishops Hull at the Talking Café from 1pm-3pm at the Bishops Hull Hub on Monday 23rd January. Come along and have a chat about Micro-Providing and other employment options in the local care and support sector.

Good morning, Looking forward to seeing Micro-Providers and other voluntary, Health and Social care colleagues at the Somerset Independent Living Centre in Wellington on 20th January / 24th February. Please come along and say hello.

The Independent Living Centre in Wellington is re-launching and those who work in the health, social care, voluntary and community sector are invited to look around the centre on Friday 20th January 9am – 12pm.

You will be able to see and test out technology that supports people in a caring role and see what equipment is on offer to support independent living.

This event is hosted by Somerset’s Adult Social Care Team.

How can Somerset County Council improve social care in Somerset? Where should we be prioritising our spending? What are the challenges facing adult social care in Somerset? Please fill in this short survey to help us understand what’s important to you, and how we can improve adult social care services across the county:

Adult Social Care in Somerset - Have Your Say - Somerset County Council Consultations

Please promote to your clients and their families…
Do you know someone who could benefit from aids or adaptations to stay well at home?
You can now skip the social services waiting lists by visiting Somerset’s new Independent Living Centre’s (ILC) in Shepton Mallett and Wellington.
At the ILC Somerset County Council’s qualified therapists can offer free advice, signposting and some equipment or technology that will make life easier, whether that is a grabrail or a commode. Please book a visit call 0300 123 2224 for more info click here https://www.somerset.gov.uk/social-care-and-health/equipment-to-help-you/ and
And for a video click https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hRAPcC7urUE (shepton mallet) and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O9vmB4lkQv8&feature=youtu.be (wellington)

Wellington Independent Living Centre

Will we see you in Wellington on the 19th?

We'll be there at the Jobs Fair to chat about becoming a Micro-Provider - working flexible hours that suit you, supporting people in your local community.

Hope to see you there!

Today we are at the Taunton Jobs Fair until 4pm. Come along and find out if you could be a Micro-Provider.

We need you!

We would like to connect with Micro-Providers in Somerset.

We’d love to see and hear stories about all the vital work that you do to support people within your local community.

What type of support service do you offer and where?
What’s the best thing about being a Micro-Provider?

Tag your business in the comments below – we'd love to hear from you!

If you know of any young people looking to come into social care there is a fab apprenticeship post being advertised that will support the development of Micro-providers and also give a Level 4 project management qualification - for more details see https://www.somerset.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/job-search/job/?jobId=3865

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Calling all Wellington Micro-Providers

Date for your Diary 😊

Wellington Micro-provider Meetup next Thursday (25th) 3-5pm @ The Iron Duke Wellington. Drop in anytime between 3-5pm. Referrers and agents welcome. • For updates on – work access, training & support.
• What is working well for Micro-providers in Wellington?
• What could be better?
• What is your vision for the Wellington networks?

We look forwards to seeing you all 🙂

Tomorrow, June 15th at 8pm at our Clubhouse we will be joined by David Ashley from Mark Bates insurance. David will offer advice and guidance for any micro-providers who want to know what services they are legally covered to provide (medication, moving and handling).

To join tomorrow please click here: https://www.clubhouse.com/join/micro-provider-network/ibtByDx5/xeLrJGVG?utm_medium=ch_invite&utm_campaign=p_mpqVanuMYJhRYT1OAt6Q-236161.

For a replay of last weeks really interesting session on mental health first aid please see: https://www.clubhouse.com/room/myWjyJ14?utm_medium=ch_room_xerc&utm_campaign=p_mpqVanuMYJhRYT1OAt6Q-236165

Hello!

Please see the link below for the latest edition of the Carers Service Newsletter.

This week is Carers Week and there is some information about events happening in Somerset.

There is also some information about training available for carers and a spotlight on dementia.

Plus, an up to date list of all the Carers Groups and Talking Cafes.

https://somersetcarers.org/news/june-news/

June 2022 Carers Newsletter Check out this document designed by Hannah Burbedge.

FREE TRAINING!

The Somerset End of Life Care Education Team, in partnership with St Margaret’s Hospice, are delighted to present a brand new course for all micro-providers in Somerset.

The course will focus on how to achieve best practice in communication when working with those at the end of life. It will cover:

• Advance Care Planning
• Treatment Escalation Planning
• The dying process
• The use of Just in Case meds at the End of Life
• Positioning the person for symptomatic relief

Dates:
15th July 2022: The Exchange, Bridgwater
20th October 2022: Minehead Hospital
16th January 2023: South Petherton Hospital
20th March 2023: Online, via Teams

To book onto this free training please click here to visit Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/eolc-education-for-microproviders-351379?just_published=true

Refreshments and lunch provided

For all those needing care/support for themselves or a loved one, please complete the ASC brokerage tool (attached below). Once you submit your request the information will be sent out to all accredited Micro-Providers that meet your requirements 😀

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=BvYktXr3okqNov5wNDsMzmBz7j4TpT5GpZZrTldpxJ9UMDNOQVNMUkdCNjUzMFRSVkNSRlRZR1JYTi4u

Microsoft Forms

Find out about NACAS (National Assocaition of Care and Support Workers) and how Somerset Micro-providers can benefit from their support here: https://www.clubhouse.com/room/PDONqjz1?utm_medium=ch_room_xerc&utm_campaign=p_mpqVanuMYJhRYT1OAt6Q-168807

Micro Social - NACAS - Micro-Provider Network With Paul Featherstone, Rhys Davies and 4 others, hosted by Micro-Provider Network

Every Wednesday we host a podcast meeting to talk about topics relevant to micro providers. you can listen back at any time.... this week's was a grea t discussion on care act, eligibility, assessment process, how direct payments work and how to make your voice heard if you feel people are not getting the help they need ... see https://www.clubhouse.com/club/micro-provider-network?utm_medium=ch_club&utm_campaign=p_mpqVanuMYJhRYT1OAt6Q-157629

Micro-Provider Network A safe, supportive place for self-employed care workers (Micro-providers) to share, learn and grow the independent care movement. Our aim is to help support a network of passionate, caring people who are driven to make sure people get help they need to live the lives they want 🙂

Somerset Micro-providers

Want to find out what Micro-providers do?
Who are Micro-providers?
What makes them different?
I have an idea for a service, where do I go?
I am looking for help... where should I look? .
All questions answered tomorrow in a Q&A session with Micro-providers and Somerset County Council. Feel free to tune in.

Interested in being a Micro-Provider? Or maybe you are looking for support? ... we are holding a question and answer session for anyone wanting to know more about micro-providers in Somerset.

Taunton Trusted Providers

Great networking meeting last night - getting the hang of these Zoom breakout rooms. Thanks to Claire and Sue for their PPE and Testing update :-)

We had such a great meeting this evening, we are a fantastic team which just keeps on giving 🙂 keep up the great support everyone and make sure you are staying safe! 😄

Interested in being a Micro-Provider? Or maybe you are looking for support? ... we are holding a question and answer session for anyone wanting to know more about micro-providers in Somerset.

Good Morning Somerset Micro- Provider’s 😀

We have had a lot of interest in lovely people wanting to become micro providers which is fantastic! 😁 One question which is asked a lot is, “what do you like most about being a micro provider”. I was hoping that everyone could write in the comments below, what you like best and why about being a micro provider and how long you’ve been delivering your services.
This will help anyone new wanting to join, get an insight is the services we deliver.
I hope everyone is keeping safe and well and enjoying the beautiful warm sun! ☀️