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The Patch Project

The PATCH project is aimed at engaging with anyone in the Rhondda Cynon Taff area who has a physical health condition (which has a limiting effect on their lives). The project is currently running in 3 centres throughout the district

· The YMCA in Pontypridd between 10-3 every Monday

· Providence Church in Ystrad between 10-3 every Tuesday

· The Feel Good Factory, Ynysboeth between 10-3 every Thursday

Some of the activities on offer include: Independent living skills (for example cookery, healthy eating, money advice), just for fun courses (such as art and craft and flower arranging) adult learning courses (including basic skills, computers, food hygiene, first aid and sign language) as well as help to find volunteering placements in the local community and suitable employment opportunities.

To take part in the project participants must reside in the Rhondda Cynon Taff area, be between the ages of 16-65, have a physical health condition and be economically inactive (or working less than 16 hours per week)

For more information please contact the PATCH co-ordinator @ The Feel Good Factory, Bryncynon Healthy living centre, Abercynon Road, Ynysboeth, Mountain Ash, CF45 4XZ, Telephone: 01443 479018 or Email: healthylivingcentre@hotmail.co.uk

Some useful Links,

http://www.frixo.com
Frixo is a road / motorway traffic reporting site that gives users up to date information as the site gets updated every 3 minutes via feeds from various sources including the government's official Highways Agency site.

http://www.jobrapido.co.uk
A job search site

http://www.business-support-wales.gov.uk
A support site for local businesses

NHS Direct Wales is a 24 hour, nurse-led confidential helpline, providing advice and information on what to do if you're feeling ill, family health concerns, local health services and self-help and support organisations. There is also a confidential translation service for those who do not speak English or Welsh. Calls charged at local rate.
Tel 0845 46 47.

The hotline number for reporting fly-tipping and illegal dumping of rubbish is 0800 807060.

Contact the Elderly Wales is looking for volunteers to help organise local events. The charity provides social outings for elderly, housebound and lonely people. If you want to find out more, contact Michelle Fitzsimmons on 029 2051 4996.

Are you a disabled person needing help with planning a journey? If so, then perhaps Tripscope can help. Call 0845 7585641 for the price of a local call and get advice and assistance with all aspects of travelling. You can also email on tripscope@cableinet.co.uk

Is alcohol a problem for you or a relative? Contact the local Alcoholics Anonymous on 01685 875070.

Rhondda Cynon Taf Housing Association is on 01443 485515.