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Intergenerational Strategy For Wales
Welcome to the Intergenerational Strategy for Wales (ISfW), funded by the Welsh Assembly Government (WAG). If you have any information, intergenerational case studies or links that you think would be useful please email ISfW@bjf.org.uk
One of our priorities will be the development of a National Network for Wales supported by development workers. Joining the network is free and provides an organisation or individual access to a range of benefits.
By joining you will:-
- receive quarterly newsletter
- be invited to networks, seminars, workshops and conference dates
- be notified of publications, research, case studies and other resources
- be able to promote your work, news and bulletins via our email list
- be able to publish your articles and events in our newsletter
- access tailored consultancy and advice to improve project delivery
- learn about other conferences, events and projects
Click here to Join the network.
Members come from a wide range of fields - health, the arts, gerontology, education, community development, youth work, care, local and national government, crime prevention, environment etc - and represent a number of different roles - project managers, academics, activities organisers, policy makers, funders, health practitioners, teachers, youth workers and more.
Intergenerational Directory (England and Wales)
The directory has been updated to include contacts in Wales. The Centre's Intergenerational Directory is new and accessible. If you would like to be included in the directory email ISfW@bjf.org.uk.
NEWS
Reports on Projects in Wales
Examples of intergenerational projects
RSVP activity with Local Authorities & communities
June 2010 edition of the Older People and Ageing Bulletin is now available online
Older People and Ageing Bulletin - word
Older People and Ageing Bulletin - pdf
WLGA Learning Exchange: Wales – A great place to grow old? In February, WLGA held a learning exchange on the theme of ‘Wales – A great place to grow old?’ Around 140 people gathered in Cwmbran from every part of Wales and beyond to find out about innovative practice in local government across Wales and debate hot topics.
See link to published summaries from each of the twelve workshops that took place on the day.
http://www.wlga.gov.uk/english/learning-exchange/
http://www.wlga.gov.uk/cymraeg/seminar-cyfnewid-dysg/ (Cymraeg)
WLGA plan to undertake another event in 2011. In the meantime, you may be interested in the Age Well Learning Exchange taking place in Anglesey on 8 July, however places should be booked as soon as possible:
http://www.wlga.gov.uk/english/events/learning-exchange-age-well-anglesey/
http://www.wlga.gov.uk/cymraeg/achlysuron/cynhadledd-rhannu-gwybodaeth-heneiddion-dda-ynys-mn/
WLGA media release: Welsh councils leading the way in tackling older people’s issues
Today, as the UK celebrates national Older People’s Day, the WLGA publishes an information booklet (From Strategy to Outcomes: A showcase of local authority implementation of the Strategy for Older People in Wales) which showcases what Welsh councils are doing to improve the quality of life for older people in their local areas and getting them more involved in community life. To read more click here:
English Version Welsh Version
Introduction to soft outcomes and distance travelled A one-day course facilitated by Children in Wales
14 September 2010, 9.30am - 4.00pm Oaktree Centre, Rhyl
This course is relevant for managers and practitioners who want to demonstrate that their intervention has really made a difference to the people they are supporting. Budgets are under pressure and all organisations need to consider economy and efficiency, but it is important to keep focus on the effectiveness of services. The course will look at the importance of measuring the soft outcomes that your intervention has achieved for the people you work with. Download a Booking Form and book your place today:
14/09/2010
Age Cymru and Help the Aged Wales- Community Calculator
The calculator is used as an aid for providing feedback to local authorities on what improvements and maintenance is needed to make a community age friendly. Use the calculator to asses how age friendly your community is according to 10 principles. To find out the results return to the address provided.
RSVP Cymru and the Beth Johnson Foundation forge partnership to promote intergenerational work across Wales
Following the review of the delivery mechanism for the intergenerational strategy for Wales funded by the Welsh Assembly Government, a partnership has been established between RSVP Wales and the Centre for Intergenerational Practice (CIP) at the Beth Johnson Foundation. To read further please click here.
Family and intergenerational learning network - newsletters niace dysgu cymru
Links
Intergenerational School Projects - Project Tool-kit
The following Tool-kit is designed to assist individuals and groups looking to set-up or develop intergenerational projects in Rhondda Cynon Taf. It aims to be a generic guide that could be used by novices and experts alike. RCT Toolkit.doc
A Strategic Review of Intergenerational School Projects within Rhondda Cynon Taf
This Review has been produced by Michael Walsh (Rhondda Cynon Taf CBC) in conjunction with support from James McMahon (Mental Health Development Manager, Teaching Local Health Board). ISP Strategic Review - Final.pdf
A Strategy for Intergenerational Practice in Wales
This strategy has grown out of our Strategy for Older People and, whilst we see it as an essential step in taking intergenerational approaches forward, we recognise that further work needs to be undertaken to ensure that our approach is owned equally by all of the generations. We therefore see this strategy as defining the direction we intend to travel in promoting intergenerational approaches but we recognise that it will be further shaped and moulded by the involvement and engagement of the people of Wales. To read more click here: A strategy for intergenerational practice in Wales (English version)
Strategaeth Cymru ar gyfer pontio’r cenedlaethau
Mae’r strategaeth hon wedi datblygu o’n Strategaeth ar gyfer Pobl Hyn ac, er ein bod yn ei gweld fel cam hanfodol yn yr ymdrech i bontio’r cenedlaethau, rydym yn cydnabod bod angen gwneud gwaith pellach i sicrhau bod gan bob cenhedlaeth berchenogaeth gydradd ar y ffordd hon o weithredu. Rydym, felly, yn gweld y strategaeth hon yn diffinio’r cyfeiriad y bwriadwn deithio iddo wrth hyrwyddo dulliau o bontio’r cenedlaethau ond rydym yn cydnabod y caiff ei llywio a’i mowldio ymhellach gan ymwneud ac ymgysylltiad pobl Cymru. At darllen hychwaneg chlecia 'ma:
Strategaeth Cymru ar gyfer pontio’r cenedlaethau (Fersiwn Cymraeg)
Case Studies
Gardening with Schools: Women’s Institute
This project was established to give children an opportunity to gain practical experience of creating vegetable and wildlife areas and to take part in activities such as planting and garden maintenance. To view click here: Gardening with Schools
Engagement: A Strategic Review of Intergenerational School Projects within Rhondda Cynon Taf
A set of ten intergenerational projects has been established between primary schools and care establishments or housing complexes for older people. In these projects, typically, a small number of primary school children visit the older people weekly or fortnightly and engage with them through various activities. To view click here: Intergenerational Projects (Rhondda Cynon Taf)
NIACE Dysgu Cymru - Case Studies Now Available
The National Institute of Adult Continuing Education (NIACE Dysgu Cymru) aims to encourage all adults to engage in learning of all kinds. They have collated case studies in relation to family learning and intergenerational projects from a range of organisation across Wales. To view visit - http://niace.rcthosting.com/en/fil/
Contact Us
Centre for Intergenerational Practice
Beth Johnson Foundation
Parkfield House
64 Princes Road
Hartshill
Stoke on Trent
ST4 7JL
ISfW@bjf.org.uk
Intergenerational Strategy for Wales
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