NEWS
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Citizens Advice Scotland - Money Talk Team
Join Dylan from Citizens Advice Scotland every Tuesday, 10am - 12pm in 12 Clyde Square, who offers advice and support to anyone who needs it! Drop by or contact us to find out more: E. enquiries@yourvoice.org.uk T. 01475 728628

The Village Open Days!
Are you a parent with care experience or support someone who is? The Village, part of the Why Not Trust, are hosting an open day just for you!
A free play date, cuppa and chance to win a Prezzee gift card are all on offer so why not stop by? 🙂

Shine a Light on Recovery - 8th March 2024
10am start, 8th March at the Beacon Arts Centre in Greenock ❤️Share stories of Recovery, how each person's journey is different. Live music and performances, Naloxone training, recovery videos, organisation stalls, medication and me and much more! 😁

We’re Hiring! - Community Development & Engagement Officer
Join our team as a Community Development & Engagement Officer!
• Are you passionate about communities and looking for a rewarding career that makes a difference to people’s lives?
• Are you looking for a challenge and an exciting opportunity?
• Do you have excellent communication and influencing skills?
If the answer is yes, this is a fantastic opportunity for you.

Strategic Priorities 2024 - 2027
Inverclyde Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP) is committed to delivering high quality health and social care services that meet the needs of our people and communities.
Please take part in the survey below and let your voice be heard!

Inverclyde Tea Dance is Back!
The Tea Dance is back!
This is the first Tea Dance since lockdown and we’re coming back with a bang!
Have a waltz, enjoy a tea and sandwich and have a right good laugh!
Tickets are £2 and going fast, so come down to our offices in 12 Clyde Square, Greenock to buy your tickets now!

Festive Fun at the Recovery Hub! ❄️🎄
We would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who attended our Recovery Hub events over the Christmas Holidays!
The Hub was filled with laughter and joy, with dozens of attendees all socialising and keeping warm together. We were so glad to be able to brighten up people’s day, during a time of year which can get quite cold and lonely.

HSCP Localities Meetings
Get Involved!
Do you want to influence your local health and care services?
Do you want to make a difference to local people's health and wellbeing?
Do you want to influence the long-term planning HSCP services in Inverclyde?

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.

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!😊

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 😊🫖
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.
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.

Macmillan Professional’s Conference 2023
Macmillan Cancer Support Professional's Conference 2023 was in full swing at the Scottish Event Campus in Glasgow!

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.
Your Voice AGM 2023
A day to reflect on our accomplishments and look forward to the future!

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.

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! ❤️

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!

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.