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Digital Switch Over - Technology Enabled Care
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Digital Switch Over - Technology Enabled Care

Telephone/broadband/TV providers across the UK are replacing the current phone line system known as analogue phone lines with new Digital phone lines. As of 2023 all new phone lines installed will be Digital and by 2025 all phone lines will have moved to a digital equivalent for everyone.

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Recovery Hub Events - Christmas 2023
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Recovery Hub Events - Christmas 2023

We have loads going on in the Recovery Hub over the festive period! Please come along, share with your friends and family ❤️

The winter holidays can be a lonely time, so we're here to provide a safe space where you can meet with friends, get a cuppa and a bite to eat!😊

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Warm Spaces - December 2023
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Warm Spaces - December 2023

Come along to one of the Warm Spaces this winter! ☃️❄️

They are free and open to all! Safe spaces where you can have some lovely food and refreshments, meet with friends or make new ones! Let's stay warm and happy together 😊🫖

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Beacon Carers Event 2023 Findings
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Beacon Carers Event 2023 Findings

Thank you to everyone who got involved with our Carers Event last month, around 45 carers came along and helped us explore themes which were important to them! We have created some graphics to show some of our findings, as well as a summary of the event.

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Inverclyde Carers Beacon Event 2023!
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Inverclyde Carers Beacon Event 2023!

We would like to thank everyone who took part in the Carers Event today at the Beacon Arts Centre. We had a packed house with loads of brilliant feedback and ideas flying around! HSCP, Your Voice and the Inverclyde Carers Centre worked together to plan and facilitate the event, with 6 focus groups of carers and staff all brainstorming about the 4 main themes which came out of the 2023 Carers Survey.

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Carers Event - 17th November 2023!
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Carers Event - 17th November 2023!

Your Voice, Inverclyde HSCP and Inverclyde Carers Centre are collaborating on a Carers event, to hear more from Carers following the findings of the Carers Survey 2023.

We would love to invite you to The Beacon Arts Centre, at 9.15am - 2pm on Friday the 17th November. We hope you can come along, share your thoughts, opinions, and socialise with other unpaid adult (18+) carers. We hope to explore themes, ideas and issues which were raised in the Carers Survey this year.

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Macmillan Coffee Morning!
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Macmillan Coffee Morning!

Thanks so much to everyone for their generous donations at our #macmillancoffeemorning! We're so grateful for your support in these difficult times.

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Recovery Walk 2023!
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Recovery Walk 2023!

Thanks so much to everyone who attended #recoverywalk2023 hosted right here in Greenock! 🥳🎉

Over 4,000 people took part it was incredible to see so many people take part and march for a cause which is so close to our hearts, here in Inverclyde🥰

The atmosphere was incredible, such a family friendly environment with everyone having a great time sharing their stories and having a laugh together. Fantastic performances and food too! ❤️

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Recovery Walk 2023 and Pre-Walk Gig!
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Recovery Walk 2023 and Pre-Walk Gig!

September is #RecoveryMonth! We have already celebrated Tea in the Park 2023 and we have some very exciting events still to come! Our Recovery Hub have been successful in campaigning for Recovery Walk Scotland to host their 2023 #RecoveryWalk in our very own Greenock!

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Strategic Plan 2024-2029
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Strategic Plan 2024-2029

Come and join us for a discussion around the issues and challenges facing local people and share your ideas on how we can work together to develop solutions and remove barriers. Inverclyde's Health & Social Care Partnership are drafting their new plan for the next 3-5 years. Your Voice will be hosting engagement sessions for you to get involved in the shaping of the priorities for Inverclyde.

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Tea in the Park 2023
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Tea in the Park 2023

We had a fantastic time at #TeainthePark2023! Thanks so much to everyone who attended and made it possible! There were over 400 people who attended by our estimations!

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Macmillan Improving the Cancer Journey Launch 30th August 2023
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Macmillan Improving the Cancer Journey Launch 30th August 2023

A NEW £320,000 service is set to offer a lifeline to the five hundred people diagnosed with cancer in Inverclyde every year. The Macmillan Cancer Support project run by Your Voice will give the 3,000 people currently living with cancer in the area a chance to access vital support.

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RECOVERY ROCKS!
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RECOVERY ROCKS!

Branchton Recovery Café is now open! 1.30pm - 3.30pm every Wednesday at 78 Branchton Rd

We are absolutely delighted to open another Recovery Café in Inverclyde, to reach as many people as possible who may be interested in Recovery, find out more about Your Voice and our Recovery Community, or just want to socialise and enjoy some music!

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Connect to Wellbeing 2023 is here!
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Connect to Wellbeing 2023 is here!

We are working in Partnership with Inverclyde HSCP and CVS Inverclyde to help you get the support and advice you need, by raising awareness about local organisations and the online resource www.inverclydelife.com

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HSCP Localities Information Session
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HSCP Localities Information Session

Do you have an interest in health and social care services? Would you like to make a difference to local people’s health & wellbeing? If so, we would love to hear from you!

Come along on Tuesday 18th July, 10am - 12pm at 12 Clyde Square, Greenock

We are working with Inverclyde Health & Social Care Partnership in influencing the long-term planning of local services.

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Green Connections Phase 3
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Green Connections Phase 3

We previously asked members of the public within Inverclyde about walking, wheeling and cycling routes between Greenock Central and Lady Octavia Sports Centre. The feedback from this survey was analysed by Inverclyde Council, Sustrans and Atkins to decide upon a final route plan.

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Refugee Week 2023
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Refugee Week 2023

The 19th - 25th June was the 25th anniversary of #RefugeeWeek! Gaynor at Your Voice is heavily involved with the New Scots and helped make this the best Refugee Week yet!

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Dementia Awareness Week - 2023
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Dementia Awareness Week - 2023

This week, we’re celebrating ‘Dementia Awareness Week’; a chance to get people talking about dementia in order to challenge stigma, create connections and raise awareness about the support available in our community. It all starts with ‘hello’!

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