As a proud Project SEARCH organisation, Cardiff and Vale University Health Board offers young people with autism and/or learning disabilities supported internships across a range of different departments. 

Dr Stephen Jolles, Consultant Clinical Immunologist, has been crowned March’s Health Hero for his dedication and commitment to improving the lives of patients with rare conditions.

Organisations across Wales have signed a charter which commits them to responding to public tragedies with openness, transparency and accountability.

The Health and Social Care (Wales) Bill has today received Royal Assent. The new law, passed by the Senedd in February, will improve services for children, families and disabled people.

Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care, Jeremy Miles, responds to the latest NHS Wales performance data.

Glamorgan Voluntary Services (GVS) is excited to announce the launch of a new, comprehensive fact sheet designed to help third sector organisations across Wales, particularly in the Vale of Glamorgan, understand and demonstrate their social value. 

Charity Commission warns charities about fraudulent messages recently sent to charities and trustees. 

The Flat Holm Society is seeking volunteers to help with the day-to-day running of the charity.  Flat Holm is the small island visible off the coast of Barry in the Bristol Channel (the one with a lighthouse!).

GVS today highlighted the significant implications of the benefit system changes announced in Parliament on the 18th March. An information sheet produced by GVS outlines key changes, including stricter Personal Independence Payment (PIP) eligibility, the end of Work Capability Assessments, and reforms to Universal Credit and unemployment insurance. 

GVS has today announced the launch of a new information sheet designed to provide clarity and understanding for the local Third Sector regarding the Vale of Glamorgan Voluntary Sector Joint Liaison Committee (VSJLC). 

The new club launched on 14 March, bringing together 15 players of all abilities. The club will meet every Friday from 5.30-7pm at St Cyres School.

When the David Thomas Unit (DTU) had an influx of young people as patients, Cardiff and Vale University Health Board knew it was more important than ever to have a resource for young people needing dialysis. 

An extra £3m is being invested in bereavement services across Wales to help ensure everyone can access the support they need, when they need it.

Almost 500 schools are taking part in the ‘Eat Them to Defeat Them’ campaign, helping more than 100,000 children eat more vegetables and make healthier food choices.

Barry Ladies Choir & Vale Associated Training Brass Band present BRING ME SUNSHINE - a concert in aid of Dinas Powys Voluntary Concern.

Clive Curtis joined, what was Vale Council for Voluntary Services, on 1st November 1999 as the Western Vale Development Officer. Therefore, that means that Clive has celebrated 25 years with the County Voluntary Council.  

GVS is actively tracking the UK government's plan to integrate the Regulator for Community Interest Companies (CICs) into Companies House. This move, part of a broader effort to streamline regulations, prompts GVS to emphasise the vital role of CICs in the Vale of Glamorgan’s communities. 

Home Access in now based at St Paul’s Community Centre, Arcot Street Penarth, working alongside GVS and is supported by the Vale of Glamorgan Council. The office is open every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday morning.

Strengthen the relationship and bond between both dad and child through play in a prison setting.

This is an interesting role for those who want to support their communities or wanting to work within criminal justice.  The tag line for the service is ‘no more victims’.