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Friday 28th November 2008

Wellbeing activity fund, deadline 23 January (4pm)

The aim of the Wellbeing activity fund is to fund "the expansion of a therapeutic social activity programme of sessional and community based social activities, aimed at older people with mild to moderate mental health needs and their carers."
 
The fund is open to voluntary and community groups that work with older people with mental health needs.  Grants of between £500 and £5,000 are available.
 
Projects must address at least one of the following:
  • "Providing support for older people with mild/ moderate mental health needs
  • Providing opportunities for older people with mental health needs to stay physically active
  • Providing opportunities for older people with mental health needs to make new/retain friendships and social contacts
  • Supporting older people with mental health needs to maintain hobbies, interests or occupational pursuits, including volunteering
  • Supporting carers of older people with health needs, or older carers whose own wellbeing is affected by their caring role"
The deadline for applications is Friday 23 January 2009 (4pm)
 
From the guidance:
 
"If you have an idea, initiative or proposal for the Wellbeing activity fund, please:
  • Discuss your ideas with the Community Involvement Team (01274 438777)
  • Ask for an application pack either by email, telephone or writing to the Community Involvement Team
  • Read the Information notes carefully to help you complete the application form
  • Return the application form to the address below:
Community Involvement Network
Bradford Metropolitan District Council - Adult Services
Unit 28, Carlisle Business Centre
60 Carlisle Road, Bradford
BD8 8BD
 
Telephone 01274 438777 or email habibur.rahman@bradford.gov.uk "

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