Our services and Community Response under COVID-19

Working in line with COVID-19 restrictions, we've continued to provide supports across all of our services - connecting with clients and community groups remotely through phone calls or individual online sessions.

Our workshops, training programmes and networking groups have continued apace - adapted to take place successfully online.  It's far from Zoom we were reared, but it certainly has become second nature. Thanks to all the wonderful individuals and groups who have taken this strange journey with us online.              

We're happy to say that our BIA food project is currently delivering around 50 food packages a week to 12 local organisations in Bray and Greystones for them to re-distribute to their clients who are in need of additional food support.

See www.brayareapartnership.ie to find out more about all our current services and supports.
 

Providing information in the community 

Our COVID-19 Information and Resources page continues to provide information and links to local and national resources and supports across a range of subject areas - including links to translated and accessible format resources. Lots of great info in there, if we do say so ourselves.

BAP 2020 Annual Report

Check out our 2020 Annual Report for lots of interesting stories about our work during what was a truly challenging year for so many of the people and communities we serve. You can read 'stories' from the report here on ISSU.

CARA (Care & Repair) service 

Our new CARA Care and Repair service carries out small jobs such as hedge and grass cutting, minor carpentry, small paint jobs, replacing light bulbs, installing smoke alarms and moving light furniture for older and more vulnerable people living in the Bray and North Wicklow areas. Find out more HERE.

Career Skills workshops: starts 22nd September 2021 

Are you unemployed and looking to get that job you really want?
Check out our three-week Career Skills course (two hours a week)... you won't be bored, we promise! Focus on your CV, interview techniques, matching your skills to jobs and applying for jobs - and get that job! Find out more HERE. 


Start Your Own Business Bootcamp: 22nd September 2021

Have you ever thought about working for yourself? If you're thinking about identifying new opportunities and using your skills in self-employment, this free half-day online workshop will help you determine if you're suited to self-employment and teach you about setting up and managing your own business. Find out more HERE.
 

Yoga for Relaxation: starts 23rd September 2021 

Six-week Yoga for Relaxation course starting on 23rd September - suitable for beginners, classes will take place in a studio for a maximum of 10 participants (in line with current COVID-19 restrictions) but will also be available to more people via a live online video class. Find out more HERE. 
 

Introduction to Motivational Interviewing for community and voluntary groups: starts 28th September 2021 

Would you like to have the skills to help individuals you support in your service to move on and make positive change in their lives?

Does your group work with clients in a community or voluntary group with a social inclusion focus in the Bray or Greystones MD areas?

If so, check out our online practical four-week Introduction to Motivational Interviewing course, which gives a great base in Motivational Interviewing theory, skills and techniques. We had brilliant feedback on this training last time we ran it and places are limited... so we advise you book soon. More information HERE.
 

Introduction to Social Enterprise workshop: 29th September 2021 

Have you ever considered your community initiative as a potential Social Enterprise? Would you like to find out more about Social Enterprises?

Social enterprises are businesses whose core objective is to achieve a social, societal, or environmental impact, with any surpluses reinvested back into that work. 

Join us for this free workshop on Social Enterprises and how to set one up - more information HERE.
 

Manual Handling workshop: September/October 2021 

 
On this practical three-hour course you will get the knowledge and skills to be able to perform manual handling tasks correctly and safely. COVID-19 safety procedures will apply on the day.

Manual Handling is the transporting or supporting of any load and includes lifting, putting down, pushing, carrying or moving a load that involves risk - particularly of back injury.

Having a Manual Handling certificate can be a help in getting work and is relative to a wide variety of jobs. Keep an eye on our Events page or call 01 286 8266 to find out when the next Manual Handling course date is set.
 

Healthy Eating for Healthy Ageing

Practical four-week course starting at the end of September (final start date to be confirmed).
Contact Jennifer Jones on 01 286 8266 to find out more.
 

Barista Essentials training: 13th October 2021 

One-day Barista Essentials course in Bray, with COVID-19 safety measures in place. You'll spend one day learning how to perfect your espresso and milk texturing techniques under the supervision of a professionally qualified barista trainer. You'll then get access to an online course certified by the World Barista Institute and will receive a certificate on completion. FInd out more HERE. 
                                                 

Food Safety, Hygiene & Allergen Awareness Workshop: 3rd November 2021

Three-hour online interactive workshop with discussions, tutorials and practical exercises. Suitable if you're looking to work handling and preparing food in a business or as a chef, kitchen staff or food handler.

Based on HACCP criteria in FSAI Guide to Food Safety Training at Level 1 (Stage I and II) - on completion you will understand these requirements under Irish food safety legislation and how to follow best food safety practice.  Find out more HERE. 
 

Parenting courses 

Our SPECS Early Years project has a range of free courses starting in September: including the Parents Plus Early Years parenting programme; Parenting When Separated; and Circle of Security - which helps parents build secure emotional bonds with their children. Contact SPECS for more information.

We will also be offering Parents Plus Parenting Adolescents workshops in our autumn training programme. "Since the programme I have succeeded in communicating more positively and avoid areas of conflict with my teenager." Parenting Adolescents course participant. Contact Jennifer Jones on 01 286 8266 or email jenniferjones@brayareapartnership.ie for more information.