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e-connect 4 July
Date published: 2024-07-04
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Our libraries mark 100 years of lending booksTo celebrate 100 years of lending books in Bath, all babies born in July and registered in Bath & North East Somerset will receive a copy of Winnie the Pooh, which is one of the titles from our Centenary Book Collection, plus an invitation to a special baby-friendly morning in Bath, Keynsham and Midsomer Norton libraries in September. Read all about it on B&NES Virtual Library. |
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The Little Penguin BookshopMidsomer Norton Library is hosting afternoon tea with author Joanna Toye who is launching her new book The Little Penguin Bookshop on Thursday 11 July 2-3pm. It's free so please drop in - no booking required. |
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Discover a career in Early YearsWorking in early years education and childcare has a lot to offer you. No two days are ever the same and the rewards are just as varied. Find out about the range of roles available across B&NES and how to take your first step into the career here https://shapeyourfuturebathnes.org.uk. |
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Cost of living crisis
Worried about the cost of living? Help is out there. There is a dedicated Cost of Living Crisis section on Live Well B&NES, including:
You can also get help from your supplier through the Priority Services Register. This is a free support service that makes sure extra help is available to people in vulnerable situations. Check the website to see if you’re eligible to register. |
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| For people struggling to afford broadband or phone services, there are social tariffs available. Connecting Devon and Somerset (CDS) has a webpage with more information about social tariffs including eligibility requirements and how to apply Social tariffs - Connecting Devon and Somerset |
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Our Libraries offer a range of services, including the Library at Home service where we can bring the library to you and sensory spaces for children and young adults with sensory needs. You can also find out about events happening in our libraries. To mark 100 years of lending books this July, with the support of The Registration Service, the Library Service is gifting all babies born in July and registered in B&NES a copy of Winnie the Pooh, one of the titles from the Centenary Book Collection, plus an invitation to a special baby friendly morning in Bath, Keynsham and Midsomer Norton this September. Read all about it on the Virtual Library. |
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Employment support and skills |
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Achieve
Achieve in B&NES provides a job and course search service for anybody wishing to enter the workplace or progress their career. There are free and funded courses from local providers.
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We Work For Everyone
Looking for work and have a learning difficulty or learning disability, or you are autistic, we can help. Visit weworkforeveryone.org.
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Future Bright
Future Bright offers FREE career coaching, training and support. Visit the Future Bright website to find out more or call 01225 395555.
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Employment & Skills Pod
The Employment & Skills Pod provides information, advice and guidance for residents who are unemployed, 18+ and would like support around employment. You can find out more on the achieve website.
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Health, wellbeing and support |
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Live Well B&NES
Live Well B&NES is a web-based resource providing information, signposting and support to Bath & North East Somerset residents.
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Community Wellbeing Hub
The Community Wellbeing Hub opening hours are from Monday to Friday, 9am until 5pm. Call the Hub on 0300 247 0050 or text 07870 868368 or visit the website.
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Bath Mind
Bath Mind is an independent mental health charity whose services operate across Bath and North East Somerset. Explore Bath Mind’s services by visiting their website. Alternatively, call Freephone 0808 175 1369 any day of the week between 9am and 11pm for mental health support.
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Age UK
Age UK Bath & North East Somerset run specialised Dementia Groups in the district. These groups are a safe, fun environment for people to come for activities and friendship. Find out more here or call 01225 466135. You can also find out about digital support for people aged 55 and over. Email digital@ageukbanes.co.uk or visit bit.ly/AgeUKBANESDigital
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Sight loss support
Sight Support West of England provides emotional and practical support to help people adjust to living with sight loss. To find out more, or make an appointment please call 0117 3224885 or email. For more information on the full range of services, visit the website. For more useful information visit the RNIB website.
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Domestic abuse
Southside provides help to people who live in Bath & North East Somerset who are at risk of domestic violence and abuse. The working hours are 9am-5pm Monday-Thursday, and 9am-4pm Fridays. Local support services can be found here.
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Bath Community Transport
Bath Community Transport provides accessible transport to community, church and support groups, social clubs, care homes and sport foundations.
Call 01225 832317 for further details or visit https://travelwest.info/community-transport/bath-community-transport.
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Do you look after someone else?
If you support someone who has a disability, illness, mental health condition, addiction or who needs extra help as they grow older, support is available from Bath and North East Somerset Carers’ Centre. Freephone support line: 0800 038 8885 or email 9am-1pm, every weekday.
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Date published: 2024-07-04
Date published: 2024-07-04
Date published: 2024-07-04
