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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2020 is held on the 15 June 2020, and is an annual international UN observance day on the same date each year. The day came… Read more “World Elder Abuse Day – 15 June 2020”

Read more “Friends Against Scams – Coronavirus Scams”

Isle of Wight Positive Minds NHS Isle of Wight Clinical Commissioning Group recognises that people may welcome some additional support where they may be worried or anxious about their mental… Read more “POSITIVE MINDS LAUNCH”

To view the Safeguarding Factsheet: Community volunteers during COVID-19 outbreak, please click here. Read more “Disclosure and Barring Service for Community Volunteers during Covid-19”

The Hampton Trust team is currently expanding their range of services to meet the increased need of their clients. They are aware of the increased risks for victims who are… Read more “The Hampton Trust – COVID-19”

A new helpline number is now available to support the Island’s most vulnerable residents affected by the coronavirus (Covid-19) self-isolation measures. People who do not have a local network of… Read more “New Helpline to support those at Risk”

Carers IW are working hard to ensure that people who are undertaking the vital non paid carer support role within our community are supported in this unprecedented time please find… Read more “CARERS IW – SUPPORT”

It hasn’t taken long for the scammers to try to cash in on the fear and concern surrounding the Coronavirus. Cyber criminals are targeting individuals as well as industries. In… Read more “IWASP Alert – SCAM MESSAGE”

The Carers Lounge at St Mary’s Hospital is run by Carers IW and since the lounge was opened two years ago the team has supported 1200 carers and see approximately… Read more “1200 Carers supported by The Carers Lounge at St Mary’s Hospital”

The Safe Places project is based on the idea that everyone should be able to go out and feel safe – and is targeted at Adults with Learning Disabilities and people… Read more “Safe Places Scheme to be set up in Ventnor”