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Sent on behalf of North East Lincolnshire Council

North East Lincolnshire Council are pleased to announce that they have awarded the contract for various Domestic Abuse provision to North East Lincolnshire Women’s Aid.

The new services delivered will include support within the refuge, support within non-refuge safe accommodation, outreach/community support including drop-in sessions, and sanctuary scheme coordination.  A single point of contact has also been created to receive and process all referrals for domestic abuse support.  This will help prevent individuals seeking support from having to tell their story multiple times and will track their journey through the service.

This service will support all individuals (both women and men) at all levels of risk, including those with complex or additional needs.

The new service went live as of 1^st of October 2024.

A new referral pathway for the service is attached.  All referrals for individuals aged 16 or over affected by domestic abuse should go through the new single point of contact. A separate referral will also need to be made to MARAC for those identified as being at immediate risk of serious harm or death.

There is also a general advice and information service for those who affected by domestic abuse, their families/friends, and professionals who support them. This can be also accessed via the single point of contact.

Please view attachment below.

For further information, please email: outreach@womensaidnel.org

Website: www.womensaidnel.org

Stay Warm This Winter!

As temperatures drop, don’t miss the chance to get support with your energy bills through the Warm Home Discount (WHD) Scheme.

This program offers eligible households a one-off discount on their electricity bills, helping to keep their home warm and comfortable during the colder months. 

• One-Off Discount: Receive a helpful discount directly on your electricity bill.
• The WHD provides a £150 rebate onto electricity bills for eligible low-income households in England, Wales and Scotland.
• Check eligibility and apply to make the most of this valuable support.

Stay warm, stay supported—apply today to lighten your winter energy bills!

The Warm Home Discount (WHD) helpline is open for calls.

Telephone: 0800 030 9322

See the Warm Home Discount Scheme webpage for more information. 

This is a perfect opportunity to access support that can make a difference to you or your family’s well-being.  Gain guidance and support from dedicated, counsellors.

To book an appointment, see contact details on the flyer below.

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) offers a poster explaining health and safety laws for workers and employers. If you have employees, you must either:

• Display the poster where workers can easily read it, or
• Provide each worker with an HSE-approved leaflet.

You can visit the HSE website and:

• download the equivalent the law leaflet  or
• purchase a hard copy of the law poster from HSE Books

HSE also offers convenient pocket cards as an alternative—perfect for workers to carry with them: health and safety law pocket cards.

There’s a major campaign underway to help people receiving a state pension check their eligibility for Pension Credit. Pension Credit can provide extra financial support, so it’s worth a look! Take a moment to see if you or someone you know qualifies—you could unlock benefits and ease financial pressure.

Please view or download the Safeguarding Adult Review (SAR) Referral Form below.

For the SAR Procedures, click here.

 
For more information, visit the website: SaferNEL | Adult Safeguarding Reviews and Audits – SaferNEL

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) updated two publications on first aid at work earlier this year:

First aid at work: Guidance on regulations
This publication outlines the necessary steps for ensuring adequate first aid provisions in the workplace. The recent updates highlight the importance of including workers’ mental health in the first aid needs assessment, reinforcing employers’ responsibilities

Selecting a first aid training provider: A guide for employers
This guide assists employers in selecting a qualified first aid training provider. It has been updated to streamline the considerations employers should take into account when choosing the right training partner.

For further advice, resources and information visit HSE’s guidance pages

Welcome to the September edition of the Provider Forum Newsletter.

Please view or download attachment for the latest updates, events, and opportunities. Don’t miss this upcoming event:

The NEL Safeguarding Conference 2024

Date: 21st November 2024

Time: 9.30am-4.00pm

Location: Immingham Civic Centre

Join this year’s Safeguarding Conference.  An agenda for this event is also enclosed in the newsletter.

For more useful information, visit their website:  www.SaferNEL.co.uk

Faraway empowers autistic individuals to raise awareness and collaborate with local services, ensuring accessibility for everyone. Discover more about their exciting projects in this article: Winter Writing Contest Theme Announced.

Useful Links:

For Autistic Individuals:

• Explore social groups, activities, and competitions: What’s On
• Become a member for free: Get Support

For Allies of Autistic Individuals:

• Get answers to all things autism with Ask Auti: Ask Auti
• Discover ways to support the autistic community: Support Us
• Become a subscriber and support your community: Membership

For Organisational Allies:

• Access unlimited autism awareness training and support for a more inclusive workplace. Join their sponsorship program: Corporate Sponsor

Together, let’s create a more inclusive world!

The hosts are excited to announce the STEPP UP programme, starting November 2025 at West Marsh Family Hub and Immingham Family Hub.

This 12-week course is designed for anyone over 18, offering a path to training or work while helping build confidence.

For details please view or download attached posters below.

• 12 weeks, one day a week (10am–2pm)
• Funding may be available through Climb4, for childcare places whilst parents/carers attend the programme.

Don’t miss this chance to take your next step toward personal growth and career development!