Stacey joined us today to reflect on men’s mental health and well-being and to tell us more about the crucial welcome and support being offered by the ten night light cafes currently meeting in Lincoln
An opportunity to look at the ways in which our thoughts and feelings can impact upon our search for work and how we might benefit from a willingness to accept them whilst still setting our compass towards work and moving in that direction....
In today's discussion Graham reflects on the support available to help people of all ages to find work, irrespective of the particular challenges each person might face. As well as the challenges, Graham also reflects on the work opportunities out there, during this particular period of economic downturn.....
An introduction to STEPs to Work and how developmentplus can help you find your next job role. This is a fully funded 1:1 coaching process which is free to participants who are eligible to live and work in the UK and who are finding it challenging to secure their next post.
Santa joins us from Lapland, just before the final pre-Christmas rush, to let us into a few of his trade secrets, and to give us a unique insight into his life; this years top toy requests; and to reassure boys and girls everywhere that COVID will not impact on his Christmas deliveries. He also gives us all a few tips to deal with the pandemic and has an extra special message for everyone in Sincil Bank and Lincoln....
Steve tells us about his early life in Canada, his return to the UK and his subsequent work as a musician and music correspondent for the Grimsby Evening Telegraph and Lincolnshire Echo. He has embraced various styles, genres and opportunites in a life infused by his love of music and his family. I am delighted he was willing to share a few stories and observations from his rich and varied stock of treasured memories, with us.
Carol joined me to share a few memories from her childhood in Merseyside and adventures on the canals and rivers of England before settling in Lincoln. Discussion followed about the Good Neighbours scheme, Carol's work as an artist and what motivates her to be so committed to people in and around Sincil Bank
Sian joins us to share a few reminiscences from her childhood and to reflect upon her experience working in the local community as a leader with the Bridge Church in Sincil Bank and Bracebridge. She talks about what community means to her and what she loves about working with people locally.
Chelsea joined me today to share a few memories from her childhood and to talk about her interesting and varied work as a Social Prescribing Link Worker, in the Sincil Bank area of Lincoln. She also shared a few thoughts about how the pandemic has impacted on the people she works with and how to contact the social prescribing team in your area, if you feel that you'd like some support.
Dianne popped by, virtually, to share a few reflections from her own life and from her experience as the Area Co-ordinator for Voluntary Centre Service. Dianne is passionate about the difference we all can make as individuals within our communities and loves playing piano, reading and getting out into nature in her spare time.
Alice shares a few reminiscences from her youth and her route into community organising with LCF. In addition to discussing her work to support residents throughout the pandemic, Alice also talks about the importance of running in her life and how this has culminated in the completion of ten marathons and her trip to Chicago last year.
Nev joins us to discuss community organising, the work being facilitated by Lincoln City Foundation, and to share a few thoughts about his time in Japan and ways in which the experience continues to influence his thinking about community.
Becky chatted about the vital work being undertaken by the Project Compass/Lift team with people in the Lincoln area who are homeless, during the pandemic. She also shares a few reminiscences from growing up in Leicester and a few tips for us all as we continue to surf the sixes and sevens, as the gradual relaxation of lockdown continues.
Kate Edgar facilitator of the Bridging The Gap projects, pops by to share a few memories; to tell us about her work and to share a few ideas to help us all navigate the continued uncertainty associated with the pandemic.
Gabby joins us today to share a few memories and to tell us about her work, helping young people to find work and or training in Lincolnshire. Based at VCS in City Hall, Gabby is a passionate advocate for young people, as they navigate towards employment. She is also committed to walking alongside young people towards increased self-belief and appreciation of their potential and value.
Trudy Norris, Project Officer with Green Synergy, shares her passion for community work, wellbeing, plants and people, along with a few memories from her youth in Lincolnshire and South Wales. Trudy leads on therapeutic horticulture and is also an experienced counsellor and herbal practitioner.
Nick Dore, one of the Directors of the local Land Trust, member of Maze Matters and local rivercare/litter pick groups, pops by to gives his angle on community involvement, alongside a few reminiscences from his life.
Ruairidh joins us to share a few reminiscences from his life and to talk about his passion for music and its potential to promote mental health, connection and a sense of rootedness. He also shares a few stories about collecting songs from singers and the power of oral history, together with a few tips for the challenging times we find ourselves in.
Today I'm joined by Paul Carrick who shares a few of his memories, and gives us his take on neighbourhood working; community building and making a difference. He also shares his own tips for surfing the sixes and sevens
Rachel Bethell joins us to share a few reminiscences, and what her various community based roles with VCS and LNTN involve, together with a few reflections about the pandemic and some of the opportunities it presents within the wider context of the suffering endured by so many families within Lincolnshire, the UK and globally