Training for self-help groups
Our annual training and development calendar for groups offers a mix of training courses, networking events and development sessions. Networking events bring together groups with a common area of interest. They are relatively informal and offer members an opportunity to meet others, swap ideas, catch-up on news and developments and to monitor trends across their area of interest. Networking events include:
- Hospital Networks
- Cancer Groups Network
- The Diabetes Network
Development sessions include New Groups Evening and Key Members Day. Both events bring together groups at a similar stage of development and enable participants to share problems, challenges and success stories.
Training events vary from six week courses to one off workshops. Our training calendar aims to offer a good mix of evening, weekend and midweek events. Unless otherwise stated, training and networking events are free and open to members of self help groups which meet in the Greater Nottingham area. The courses aim to be open, accessible and welcoming to all members of self help groups. To this end, Self Help Nottingham will make every effort to provide support and resources to enable participants with special needs to fully participate in the training we offer.
2008
March
Cancer Self Help Support Groups' Network Meeting at Self Help Nottingham
Monday 10 March 1.45pm to 3.45pm
A network meeting for all cancer self help groups. Emma Critchley, Maggie's Nottingham Co-ordinator, will be providing groups with an up-date on the Centre and also wishes to explore ways to involve groups in the Centre's development. There will be ample opportunities for groups to network and share information.
April
Treasurers' Treat
Wednesday 9 April 11.00am to 3.00pm at Self Help Nottingham
A workshop to help treasurers get to grips with their accounts. The workshop may also assist committee members who need an extra bit of help to understand their group's accounts. Run by Community Accounting Plus, the day will include:
- accounts for small groups
- drawing up sound financial procedures
- advice on hand written records and accounting software
- on-going support
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'Greening' Self Help Support Groups: Discussion Evening
Wednesday 23 April 7.00pm to 9.00pm at Self Help Nottingham
A free flowing discussion on self help, climate change and the threat of global warming. Should groups be concerned with reducing their carbon footprint, promoting energy efficiency and recycling? Will environmental policies be a new requirement of funders?
Come and share food and join the discussion in a relaxed, friendly and informal setting.
May
New Groups Evening
Monday 19 May 7.00pm to 9.00pm at Self Help Nottingham
An information packed evening for anyone starting or thinking of starting a new self help support group. Come along and meet other people who have been inspired to set up a new self help support group. Swap tips, ideas and experiences and gain information and advice at this informal and supportive event. A buffet and refreshments provided.
June
Dealing with conflict in groups
Friday 27 June 10.30am to 3.30pm at Self Help Nottingham
A one day workshop for members of self help support groups who wish to gain a better understanding of how and why conflicts arise in groups. How to spot the triggers and how to reduce the likelihood of disagreements escalating into confrontation and conflict.
July
From mutual support to book clubs, walking groups and yoga
Date to be confirmed 10.30am to 3.30pm at Self Help Nottingham
A very practical workshop for groups who would like to set up additional activities for members. The course will cover: assessing likely demand, planning, advertising, funding, risk assessments, insurance and much, much more. Members who have experience of setting up new projects will be on hand to share their experiences.
September
Joint Hospital Network Meeting
Date and venue to be confirmed
For groups that meet at either the Queen's Medical Centre or City Hospital campus. An opportunity to discuss issues impacting on your group i.e. room hire charges/car parking/advertising etc. and to learn about new developments and plans at both hospitals.
Funding Workshop
Date to be confirmed 10.30am to 3.30pm at Self Help Nottingham
Some groups are very successful at securing funding whilst others have to continually curb their activities for want of money. If you are struggling for funds or frustrated by your lack of success with applications, come and join us. The day will provide a wealth of information on local and national grants, how to access funding opportunities, developing funding portfolios and completing applications.
October
Key Members' Day
Saturday 18 October 11.00am to 3.00pm at Self Help Nottingham
An opportunity to reflect upon the highs and lows of being a key member, to share experiences and to pick up some new ideas along the way.
Diabetes Self Help Support Network
Date to be confirmed 1.30pm — 3.30pm at Self Help Nottingham
An opportunity for the increasing number of local groups serving people with diabetes to come and meet like minded people, share successes and swap information and ideas.
Mental Health Self Help Support Groups' Network
Date to be confirmed 1.30pm to 3.30pm at Self Help Nottingham
After a very successful meeting last year, we will be again hosting a get-together of local mental health groups - informality and time to talk guaranteed.
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